5 Lug Lift Revisited...Idea on Options

alextreme76 · 02-28-2008, 08:43 PM

So I was looking at the service manual for the 5 lug and 6 lug front suspensions, everyone keeps saying they are TOTALLY different setups, but they look like the same basic coilover with different lengths (which dictates different control arms). I cant find anyone that has seriously looked at the spacer leveling kits for the 5 lug from a 6 lug. So has anyone looked at the dimensions and is there a difference so a 6 lug spacer wont fit?

Can someone with a 6 lug get me some dimension info on the upper bolts so I can compare it to our 5 lug.

5 lug left 6 lug right

Roland · 02-29-2008, 06:01 AM

I'm a draftsman so maybe I'm picking up differences faster than the average mortal but I see several differences in that picture.

Looking at the size of the bolts on the bottom I'd say the scale of the parts is different so the right one is much longer. and probably wider.
The mounting surfaces at the top are completely different.
The number of coils is about double so a spacer designed for that long coil would probably reduce the amount of travel to something less than acceptible.

But those are potential problems which isn't what you asked for. If you're just going for looks you can probably get away with a lot. If you're planning on off roading I'd be careful using parts not designed for your suspension.
Good luck with your research!

alextreme76 · 02-29-2008, 12:49 PM

i see what you are are talking about, but length of bolts and there location on top of the coilover is the only real factor for most spacers. a coilover spacer usually sits atop the coil over, not inside, so the shock still has the factory amount of travel, its has just been relocated to a lower hanging position. i wouldnt stick like a daystar kit inside the coilover, most of the spacer kits i have seen for 6 lugs look to be a top mount spacer anyway.

the only real problems with a spacer on top of the coilover would be the grade of the mounting bolts on the coilover, but sheer force shouldnt be anymore or little less than a prerunner, with a 31.

gm3bow · 03-21-2008, 08:11 PM

ReadyLIft Spacer and Add-a-leaf kit for 2nd gen 5lug tacos coming very very soon. $330
http://truck.hownd.com/product-4227-...ug-trucks.html

lawnrevenge · 03-21-2008, 08:32 PM

That makes me so happy. I'm willing to bet that the 6 lug coils would bolt onto the 5 lug suspension and just might provide the added lift. It all depends on if the bolts line up and if the oal is not too much longer.

tacomanub08 · 03-22-2008, 03:06 AM

wow, that's awesome... thanks gm3bow

02-28-2008, 08:43 PM	#1
alextreme76 Member Joined: Feb 2008, #4843 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 40 05 Reg Cab 5Lug	5 Lug Lift Revisited...Idea on Options So I was looking at the service manual for the 5 lug and 6 lug front suspensions, everyone keeps saying they are TOTALLY different setups, but they look like the same basic coilover with different lengths (which dictates different control arms). I cant find anyone that has seriously looked at the spacer leveling kits for the 5 lug from a 6 lug. So has anyone looked at the dimensions and is there a difference so a 6 lug spacer wont fit? Can someone with a 6 lug get me some dimension info on the upper bolts so I can compare it to our 5 lug. 5 lug left 6 lug right __________________

02-29-2008, 06:01 AM	#2
Roland My other ride has sails Joined: Jan 2008, #4149 Location: Rhode Island Age: 45 Gender: Male Posts: 2,040 06 Impulse Red I4 2WD Access Cab 2006 Access Cab Manual 2.7 UnderCover Tonneau, Bed mat, Bug Deflector, aFe Pro Dry S, Secondary Air Filter removed, Synthetic 5W-30 oil, Scanguage II with blendmount, WeatherTech floorliners, Toyota seat covers, Installed OEM intermittent wipers, TacomaWorld sticker, Defrost without AC mod, Hidden Hitch	I'm a draftsman so maybe I'm picking up differences faster than the average mortal but I see several differences in that picture. Looking at the size of the bolts on the bottom I'd say the scale of the parts is different so the right one is much longer. and probably wider. The mounting surfaces at the top are completely different. The number of coils is about double so a spacer designed for that long coil would probably reduce the amount of travel to something less than acceptible. But those are potential problems which isn't what you asked for. If you're just going for looks you can probably get away with a lot. If you're planning on off roading I'd be careful using parts not designed for your suspension. Good luck with your research! __________________ "Life's journeys End is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...holy shit what a ride!"

02-29-2008, 12:49 PM	#3
alextreme76 Member Joined: Feb 2008, #4843 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 40 05 Reg Cab 5Lug	i see what you are are talking about, but length of bolts and there location on top of the coilover is the only real factor for most spacers. a coilover spacer usually sits atop the coil over, not inside, so the shock still has the factory amount of travel, its has just been relocated to a lower hanging position. i wouldnt stick like a daystar kit inside the coilover, most of the spacer kits i have seen for 6 lugs look to be a top mount spacer anyway. the only real problems with a spacer on top of the coilover would be the grade of the mounting bolts on the coilover, but sheer force shouldnt be anymore or little less than a prerunner, with a 31. __________________

03-21-2008, 08:11 PM	#4
gm3bow Western Alliance: ESO Joined: Jan 2007, #773 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 205	ReadyLIft Spacer and Add-a-leaf kit for 2nd gen 5lug tacos coming very very soon. $330 http://truck.hownd.com/product-4227-...ug-trucks.html __________________ 07 Taco, 2.7L, Access Cab, silver, afe drop-in, Flowmaster 40 n' chrome tip, Westin chrome nerfs, 2 12" cheapy Insignia subs in a sealed box, Audiobahn A400 2T amp, cheapy 200watt amp, 16" rims, 235/70/16 Pathfinders, Lund bug shield n' rain guards, "secondary" filter removed, l.e.d. turn signals, turn signal/side marker mod, eDead sound deadner, 4" fogs, Magellan 3100 gps

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03-21-2008, 08:32 PM	#5
lawnrevenge Senior Member Joined: Feb 2008, #4697 Location: Southern Mexifornia Posts: 177 08 regular cab 5-lug, automatic 2008 Regular Cab Automatic	That makes me so happy. I'm willing to bet that the 6 lug coils would bolt onto the 5 lug suspension and just might provide the added lift. It all depends on if the bolts line up and if the oal is not too much longer.

03-22-2008, 03:06 AM	#6
tacomanub08 Member Joined: Jan 2008, #4131 Location: San Diego, Cali Age: 19 Posts: 45 08 Black Access Cab I4 2008 Access Cab Automatic 2.7L Removed 2ndary Air Filter, Front Tint	wow, that's awesome... thanks gm3bow

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