Choosing Shocks for your Toyota Tundra

We made this guide specifically for the Tundra, based on thousands of miles running these shocks ourselves, and thousands of customers' feedback. We address different budgets, different vehicle uses & needs (plush daily comfort, more handling, off-road, etc), and identifying exactly what these shocks mean for your Toyota. We truly test these products ourselves, and are open to any and all questions for your vehicle, reach out to us with any questions!

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Daily Driver Shock Recommendations
The following shocks give comfort and control on road for your every day driving needs
Bilstein 4600 Monotube OEM Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD RWD
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Overview
One of the aftermarket ride control standards in shock absorbers, Bilstein has designed these shocks to improve handling and ride control, while maintaining relative comfort compared to a softer factory-like shock. Exceptionally long life and dependability, the Bilstein 4600 is not only great for the daily driver, but also capable of towing, hauling loads, and easy offroad trails.
Price

2 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Excellent factory upgrade for improved handling
  • Long lasting, very durable
  • Reduces nose dive and body roll
  • Capable for heavy duty use, easy 4x4 trails
Cons
  • Firmer than stock-like shocks
  • Higher tier shock, higher price
  • Yellow isn't everyone's favorite color
KYB Gas-A-Just Monotube Strut & Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD
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Overview
KYB's Gas-a-Just shock is a factory upgrade, utilizing a monotube high pressure gas design that improves handling and other performance factors for your vehicle. These shocks have a better lifespan than most factory-replacement shocks, and provide noticeable ride quality improvements.
Price

2 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Increased handling and performance over factory shocks
  • Longer lifespan than Excel-G and factory shocks
  • Monotube design translates to more consistency
Cons
  • More road feedback
Bilstein 5100 Monotube Adjustable Strut & Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD RWD w/0.87-2.3" lift
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Overview
One of the best selling shocks for the Truck, SUV, and Jeep market, the Bilstein 5100 excels at daily drivability mixed with off-road capability. Slightly firmer than the 4600 series, and firmer than a stock-like shock, these high-pressure gas shocks offer improved handling on lifted vehicles and improved response with larger wheels & tires.
Price

2 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Leveling-Kit ability for certain apps
  • Great off-road capable shock upgrade
  • Durable, long lasting
  • Improved handling on & off-road
  • Heavy Duty, Tow, Haul capable
Cons
  • Firmer than stock-like shocks
  • Performance Shock, higher price
KYB Strut Plus Shocks & Spring Assembly + Rear Excel-G Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD
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Overview
The KYB Strut Plus are an excellent factory equipment replacement, helping you restore your OE ride and handling. Built to mimic OEM parts, these completely assembled shock and spring units are easy to install, without the requirement of a coil spring compressor.
Price

2 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Easy install, no coil spring compressor required
  • Factory replacement for original ride quality
  • Vehicle specific fitment and tuning
Cons
  • Extremely limited for performance or heavier duty use
  • Will not increase ride or performance beyond OE whatsoever
Hauling / Towing Shock Recommendations
The following shocks give you the on-road stability and control necessary for hauling and towing loads
KYB Monomax Monotube Gas Strut & Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD RWD
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Overview
The Monomax shock is KYB's heavy duty shock absorber meant for workhorse trucks or offroad vehicles that see tough terrain. These shocks have increased compression and rebound damping to account for heavy loads, larger wheels & tires, or aggressive terrain.
Price

2 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Excellent heavy duty shock for the price
  • Increases handling and performance significantly
  • Monotube high gas pressure design, great longevity
Cons
  • Not a "smooth riding shock" - increases road feedback
  • Red may not match your vehicle well.
Bilstein 5100 Monotube Adjustable Strut & Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD RWD w/0.87-2.3" lift
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Overview
One of the best selling shocks for the Truck, SUV, and Jeep market, the Bilstein 5100 excels at daily drivability mixed with off-road capability. Slightly firmer than the 4600 series, and firmer than a stock-like shock, these high-pressure gas shocks offer improved handling on lifted vehicles and improved response with larger wheels & tires.
Price

2 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Leveling-Kit ability for certain apps
  • Great off-road capable shock upgrade
  • Durable, long lasting
  • Improved handling on & off-road
  • Heavy Duty, Tow, Haul capable
Cons
  • Firmer than stock-like shocks
  • Performance Shock, higher price
Rancho Quicklift Leveling Strut + RS9000XL Adjustable Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD w/2.25" lift
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Overview
The Rancho Quicklift achieves a front suspension refreshment along with a leveling kit, creating a single assembled unit with new shocks, springs, and top hats. To top it off, the front shocks are adjustable just like the RS9000XL, allowing firm or soft compression response.
Price

2 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Install ready out of the box
  • Optimal method to level your vehicle
  • Ride Comfort adjustability
Cons
  • Firmer ride over factory shocks and springs
  • Adjustment settings are imperceptible for some drivers
Off-Road Shock Recommendations
The following shocks have the durability and longevity you need for tough terrain
Bilstein 6112 Strut & Spring Assembled + Rear 5160 Reservoir Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD
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Overview
A new addition to Bilstein's arsenal, the 6112 shock is equipped with a massive 60mm active piston and 2.6" shock body, providing exceptional off-road capability and handling. This shock is aimed solely at the adventurer, offroader, and overlander that sees a lot of dirt, but also doesn't want to sacrifice daily driver comfort.
Price

3 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Leveling Height Adjustments
  • 60mm piston, "best in class"
  • Price-to-Shock ratio through the roof, 2.6" shock & spring less expensive than 2" coilovers
  • Massive off-road ride upgrade, improved road handling and comfort
  • Long lasting, durable, serviceable
Cons
  • Does not come pre-assembled from Bilstein
  • Requires coil-spring compressor for installation
Fox 2.0 Performance Series Coilovers & Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD RWD
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Overview
The Fox 2.0 IFP high performance shocks are for a go-fast attitude offroad, providing significant handling improvement on & off-road over typical street-shocks. These shocks excel in aggressive terrain and the dirt, and are a great performance upgrade over factory or Bilstein.
Price

3 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Coilovers provide Leveling-kit ability
  • Excellent High Performance entry level shock
  • Handles hard hits well
  • Improves handling and traction in all terrains
  • Rebuildable / Serviceable
Cons
  • Higher price point compared to similar offerings
  • Requires servicing for optimal performance
  • Firmer than factory and other factory-like upgrades
Fox 2.5 Factory Series Coilovers & Shocks w/ Reservoirs Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD RWD w/0-3" lift w/UCA
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Overview
Stepping up to the Fox 2.5 Factory Race series shocks brings significant improvements in both comfort and ride control. The increased size of the 2.5" shock offers increased shock oil, lower operating pressures, and allows high speed driving on aggressive terrain while maintaining great control of the vehicle through race-level tuning.
Price

4 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Huge improvement to road comfort and off-road handling in one package
  • Adjustable & Reservoir options
  • Serviceable, Rebuildable, Custom Tuning Available
  • Excellent handling in high speed environments
Cons
  • Requires servicing between 30-50k miles for optimum performance
Old Man Emu BP-51 Bypass Coilovers + Rear Internal Bypass Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD w/0-3" lift
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Overview
The rebound and compression adjustment is already class-leading features for OE fitted shocks. Add in the internal bypass ports of these shocks and coilovers, and you can see why these are some of our new favorite shocks. The BP51 achieves the ultimate in both comfort and offroad control through the massive amount of ride control tuning.
Price

4 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Compression adjustment to handle varying vehicle loads or tough terrain
  • Rebound adjustment to pair against compression for comfort control
  • Internal Bypass addresses comfort in every-day driving conditions
Cons
  • Compression/Rebound Adjustment is slightly tougher to change than competitors
Bilstein B8 8112 ZoneControl CR Coilovers & Rear 8100 Bypass Reservoir Shocks Set for 2007-2021 Toyota Tundra 4WD RWD
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Overview
The newest damper from Bilstein has arrived to challenge the top race companies in the offroad space. These coilovers feature high tech internals such as jounce cutoff and rebound stops within the primary coilovers, giving a huge improvement to all forms of ride control needs on the trail or in the desert.
Price

4 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Premium german engineering, USA manufacturing
  • 60mm piston with high tech internals
  • Height adjustment up to 3.5"
  • Top of the line offroad ride control for the Tacoma
Cons
  • Does not come pre-assembled from Bilstein
  • Requires coil-spring compressor for installation
King Shocks Lift System - 2022+ Toyota Tundra
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Overview
Nothing rides like a King. A beautiful balance between plush daily driven comfort, and offroad support. If you like to get rowdy in the dirt, and want to push your vehicle harder, then King can get you there.
Price

4 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Custom Tunes available
  • Very comfortable for the Daily drive and easy trails
  • Superior mid-speed support
Cons
  • Sometimes too soft for heavier loads
  • Requires servicing between 20-50,000 miles, depending on use
  • Expensive for available features