Are the TRD Pro coils and shocks worth buying new?

The one good point about the Pro parts is they were "designed" for these trucks. Hearing that everyone likes them who have bought them after the fact and have no issues, squeaks or anything else to say they aren't worth it is what I was looking for. Now I just have to find some money! I would think with the pro shocks/coils, a toytec 1" shock spring seat and Dakar 2" leafpacks it may be a very nice system.

 

I would keep in mind that most people tend to favor and defend things they own. This is especially true for TRD branded parts that most agree are overpriced.

Any decent aftermarket part for the Tacoma is designed for the Tacoma. For perspective, you can get an Icon Stage 1 kit for around the same price as the TRD Bilsteins. The Icons are aluminum, completely rebuild-able, and fully adjustable. If you keep it below 2" as the Pro kit is (~1.75"), you will not need new UCAs.

 

It sounds like your decision has been made. Enjoy your new Pro suspension!

 

no, It really hasn't 58 Siesta, I have my thoughts about them yes, but like Brian has mentioned I have been thinking all the options over. Like before, I just wanted other's take on the Pro suspension. Dealer parts, especially ones that have their performance logo on them are over priced it seems.

 

While this is true, the Icon stage 1 is also 'standard travel' whereas the TRD Baja/Pro units are extended travel. The TRD rear units are also remote reservoirs, which is admittedly overkill. I also like that the TRD Baja/Pro include details like shortened bump stops and rear brake like extension brackets to support the extended travel. And the rear reservoir brackets mount neatly on the frame without the need for any drilling, like it came from the factory, because it did.

 

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make sure you get the pro grill with your suspension or it wont work properly.

 

I should note that I just installed a 6112/5160 combo from Wheelers, and the 5160's came with the billet resi brackets (just like the TRD brackets) and the brake line spacer plate. These were included with the shocks at no additional fee. So from what I am gathering, the only difference you'd have with the 6112/5160 combo vs. the TRD PRO/Baja setup would be the bumpstops. I got those on order with my local dealer for $25.

I was originally sold on the PRO setup, but the adjustable fronts of the 6112 sold me. I was pleasantly surprised that I got most of the "TRD PRO/Baja" hardware pieces with the aftermarket variant.

I got exactly 2" from the 3rd clip on my "lightweight" Access cab 4.0L/6-Spd.

 

It's also worth noting that extended travel ICON shocks are available at no additional charge as part of the Stage 1 kit.

 

Get real coilovers. Fox/ King/ Sway Away/ Icon/ ADS. If you want to spend less money overall then gather all the necessary parts required to make them fit on the Tacoma then assemble then build it all and you got yourself a brand new set of custom OE coilovers for less than application specific pre built ones.

You can get a nice set of 2.5 fronts and 2.0 rears or 2.0/2.0's for less than 1400 like with those TRD suspension kits. Here is the kicker they will be rebuildable as well. TRD suspension on the other hand has a life expectancy, so once they are toast, they are done. You toss them.