which model if I'm going to LIFT ?

Looking to buy a double cab 4x4

I want to put 33s on it so probably a 3" suspension lift

Anyway, I dont want to spend anymore than I have to on a truck that has suspension parts on it that will be taken off when I install the lift.
That being said what model should I buy?
Should I just get a SR5?
I would like to have the towing package and rear locker.

 

Get a standard sr5 then add all that stuff you want. TRD will get you the locker but you will be changing all the suspension stuff you just paid for.

 

If you really want a locker with the truck and you don't want to add one afterwards, then perhaps a TRD Offroad is for you....

How do you plan on lifting it?

Replacing suspension parts with upgraded parts is kinda par for the course if you're going with a decent lift kit. Buying an SR5 might just be for you, but adding a locker down the road will cost you $1k...

 

so the locker doesnt come with SR5?

 

No. but ARB makes a good aftermarket locker

 

no locker with sr5. new ones have lsd which is controled by brakes. i believe there is some splicing of wires you can do to have that in 4lo

 

The seats and a few other creature comforts are different in the sport/off road as compared to the Sr5...something to consider...I much prefer the seats that come with the upgraded trucks. Ymmv