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Underwhelmed with a 2010 DC TRD OR

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by DanielJay23, Jan 8, 2017.

  1. Jan 10, 2017 at 9:38 AM
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    T4RFTMFW

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  2. Jan 10, 2017 at 9:43 AM
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    T4RFTMFW Well-Known Member

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    I'd say you should use the search feature but you'll probably post something stupid like maybe I should.

    So I did it for you.

    2012 TRD OR leafs for sale -- 3 leaf
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/trd-off-road-suspension.449658/

    2012 TRD OR leafs question -- 3 leaf
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/tsb-leaf-spring-for-trd-off-road.281895/


    2011 TRD Sport leafs for sale -- 4 leaf
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2011-trd-sport-suspension-sold.442768/#post-12885839



    If you still want to be an expert, then do it so you don't have to say you're confused, not because you're correct.
     
  3. Jan 10, 2017 at 9:44 AM
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    Variations are.. all TSB spring packs are 4 leaf. After 2014 model year, all spring packs are 4 leaf.

    Prior to that, base/SR5/OR had a more flexible 3 leaf pack.

    Sport had a less flexible 4 leaf pack.


    End. Period.
     
  4. Jan 10, 2017 at 9:44 AM
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    My dad had a 01' Ranger. I think some form of offroad package....
    It rode rough! It rode like a old truck with stiff suspension. It was completely stock.
    My Tacoma rides much nicer and I am very happy for that.
     
  5. Jan 10, 2017 at 9:44 AM
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    Have a good day.
     
  6. Jan 10, 2017 at 9:47 AM
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    xJuice My spoon is too Big!

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  7. Jan 10, 2017 at 9:50 AM
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    I think that changed in 2009 but not sure.

    In any event, the point is that the base/SR5/OR leafs are all identical 3 leaf packs. The Sport (at least in 2012-2013) had a 4 leaf instead. The OR doesn't "stand alone."
     
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  8. Jan 10, 2017 at 9:50 AM
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  9. Jan 10, 2017 at 10:04 AM
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    Don't waste your time with him. All of a sudden I see him appearing in tons of threads telling everyone how they are wrong and he is the expert. Most of what I see him posting as a expert is wrong.
     
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  10. Jan 10, 2017 at 10:18 AM
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    My 2012 had a 2 leaf with an overload.
     
  11. Jan 10, 2017 at 10:30 AM
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    2012 what?
     
  12. Jan 10, 2017 at 10:37 AM
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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    They all run the same rear springs. All had 3 leaf, until the TSB came out, then Toyota began phasing in the 4 leaf spring pack.
     
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  13. Jan 10, 2017 at 10:40 AM
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  14. Jan 10, 2017 at 10:40 AM
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    So a 3 leaf is what your saying....
     
  16. Jan 10, 2017 at 11:54 AM
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    No, it's a two leaf with an overload.

    IMG_3303.jpg
     
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    Good info. :cheers:


    2 leafs + 1 overload is generally called a 3 leaf pack, 3 leafs + 1 overload generally a 4 leaf.
     
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  18. Jan 16, 2017 at 4:45 AM
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    I'm currently running on my Ranger a 4 leaf + 1 addon leaf making it a 5 leaf. Which makes for a real fun ride sometimes! Keeps you rather alert!

    I still haven't given up hope on a Tacoma. Looking for a 2012-2013 now as they have a better looking interrior than a 2010.
     
  19. Jan 16, 2017 at 5:00 AM
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    I went with a 2012 strictly because of the interior upgrade! I also like the headlights as well. Depending on where you are OP, might be worth it to meet up with a few Tacoma guys around and see if they have any modded suspension? My suspension has been upgraded all around, but it has that perfect smooth progressive feel. I used to have a first gen Tacoma with a 6 inch lift way back in the day and those shocks rode like shit because they barely worked and were stiff. You might be surprised what riding with good suspension feels like!

    Coot
     
  20. Jan 24, 2017 at 4:17 PM
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    Well I test drove a 2013 Sport from a local dealer. I found that it was a much better truck than the 2010. Time to increase the search. Still a few posts short of being able to start a thread in the for sale section.
     

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