Leveling Kit; Ready Lift or RevTec?

Hello guys,

I’m sure there may be other discussion topics threads on this subject but, I wanted to get the latest updated opinion.

I have a 2013 TRD Sport 4x4 and plan on installing a “Leveling Kit” on it and want TW’s input which brand to use; Ready Lift or RevTec?

I visited one of the Toyota dealerships and they have been installing leveling kits on new 2013 Tacoma’s and are using “Ready Lift”. The 4 Wheel Parts store suggested I use RevTec.

I do plan on adding Dick Cepek DC2 wheels and All Terrain tires also.
(See Tacoma Garage, Wheels & Tires “Which brand tires with Dick Cepek DC2 wheels”).

What is your Leveling Kit opinion?

 

I just leveled my 2009 last weekend. I used Bilstein 5100 shocks with the stock coils to level it. Set them at 1.75" and it leveled out nicely. Not to mention the ride is much better then the spacers.

 

But aren't spacers the simplest way and without any real change from the stock setup.
I want it leveled which should give it a nice look without changing anything from factory stock. Right now I am mainly going for looks and keeping everything to factory standards.

 

Spacers are a harsh ride, go with some KINGS!

 

Well you have a brand new truck that will ride like a turd with spacers in them. $200 bucks and about 3 hours of your time and you have a great ride and nice looking one to boot. Besides, Bilsteins are already on your stock truck, take a look, just not the adjustable ones that's all.

 

$30000 truck and you want to put a spacer leveling kit on it? Like stated above get some 5100's and set them at 1.75" and do your truck some justice. Do it once and do it right.

 

Bilstein 5100 shocks are an upgraded adjustable version of the Bilstein that come stock on your truck. The Bilstein 5100 shocks are pretty cheap for what you get and are not much more than the spacers.

 

5100 would still be like running a spacer, no? you're pre-loading your stock spring...i remember when i had them at 1.75 with stock springs, ride sucked, honestly...both on road and off-road. that's just my experience...but then again, i'm the guy that tried 5100's on eibachs and old man emu and thought the ride sucked.

 

No issues with my 5100's...Seem to ride better than my last shocks, but It probably didn't hurt to replace my shocks anyways, think they needed them.

 

OP, what size "Level" I just installed the 3" pro comp nitro kit. It was easy to install and it came with the front differential drop spacers. The kit was quality and the end stance is very nice looking.

However, at 3" I believe that I have moved my upper control arms to their limit and I think that it is the cause of some Jarring over bumps. I wouldn't say it is a harsh ride as other's claim but it is noticeable.

I have to say that after only two weeks I am already looking at upgrading to an OME kit but that is just me. If you are not wheeling and just want the stance, you should be fine at anything less than 3".

I know that didn't answer your question on specific kit but maybe it could be another option to look at.

 

Check out Camburg's mid travel kits for a 2.5 in lift. We offer a bunch of different options depending on how you want to use your truck and what budget you have.

We have an Entry Level kit that includes our Camburg ball joint UCAs that utilize your stock ball joint and also include the Bilstein 5100s front/rear. This is a perfect kit if you aren't looking to spend too much money, want a little lift and a better ride. This will provide you with 2.5 inches of lift and the wheel travel is stock.
http://camburg.com/store/05-12-taco/toyota-tacoma-pre4wd-05-12-entry-level-kit/

If you are willing to throw a few bucks in there and upgrade to something with a lot more wheel travel, I would suggest our Camburg 2.5 Performance Kit. This kit comes with our 1.25" uniball UCAs, our Camburg 2.5" coilovers and the Bilstein 5100s. This will provide you with 10.5 inches of wheel travel and about 2.5 inches of lift. Don't forget about the TW discount
http://camburg.com/store/05-12-taco/toyota-tacoma-05-12-performance-kit/

These are just a few options to check out. Take a peak at our website as well, we just renovated it! And feel free to ask me any questions you have

 

I appreciate the response.
Actually I was at another Toyota dealership today and this one is installing Pro Comp leveling kits on their new 2013 Tacoma's for the show room.
However, with the other responses I am now looking at Bilstein 5100 it looks like it might be a little bit more stable.

 

The Toyota dealerships I've been to are using leveling kits with about a 2.5 level lift. I probably will go with no more than 2.5 myself.
However, at this point I am very interested in the Bilstein 5100. I want a simple fix to level it with no changes in the stability, ride and keeping cost down.
I plan on putting on a set of Dick Cepek DC2 wheels and larger tires. I don't think I'll be doing any wheeling right now (the trucks too new) and I hate to say it but for now it probably be a Mall Crawler.
Oh well that's kool to ....

 

You don't need or want the front differential drop for the 2nd gen tacomas. It's pointless.

 

You don't need the differential drop? It seemed like everyone was suggesting it. Out of curiosity why are the not needed for 2nd Gen's?

 

Do some searching. On the second gen's it doesn't really drop it, just rotates it a little and has really no effect in helping the CV angles.

 

It's funny you say that because when I installed the ones that came with my Nitro kit i was thinking that same thing. It really didn't seen to do much. But mine is already on there so I don't think it is probably necessary to take it off. But that may be a good point for the OP that could save him $30 or so.

 

There are some opinions out there that tilting it can actually do damage to it because some internals that should be in the oil are no longer in the oil. Some disagree though. I just skipped it altogether.

 

So i'm looking at this option to so is all you do is install the shocks and align or what is all needed and where's the best place to get?

 

Do it once, do it right..