Installing a lift, need advice...

It was tongue in cheek.


Name brand parts don't negate potential issues.

 

Yes. As far as 2006 models go. I did not require new u-bolts. I'd just ask the 3rd Gen guys to be sure.

 

Thanks, I already have them If I need them

 

Ah.

For what it's worth, while I'm chasing down my own issues, my installer/tech called another local suspension shop and found that they recently installed identical parts on an identical truck (even did exactly the same ICON AAL -> All Pro Expo upgrade), and that truck had no vibration issues. Same parts, same trucks.

My ever-shitty luck.

 

U-Bolts are generally one-time use items. Some shops will install and torque u-bolts, and chuck them in the garbage if they have to be removed 5 mins later. Personally, I wouldn't worry about using the same pair if it was installed very recently (like.. days ago) and not over-torqued, but anything longer than that, get a new set.

 

I had the vibration (slight) after 5100s 885s and AALs... Installed Carrier Bearing shims, vibration went away...


OP yes going to taller tires gets you higher up as well, I'd go the 2" lift and another 1" with taller tires and there's your 3" lift without the worry ... what I did..

 

Just a thought about drive line angles. I have a DCLB. Do you think the longer wheelbase would decrease the chances of picking up a vib. It seems I read somewhere that a LB would will have a slightly lower lift than a SB even when using the identical parts. Hopefully this question stays inline with some of the OP original question.

 

I don't believe bed length effects lift height using a given known value, outside of any additional weight the long bed might have over a short bed counter part, which I can't imagine is all that much extra weight.. couple hundred pounds.

Interesting though.. I can't confirm or deny that.

 

I would save yourself some trouble and order the ECGS clamshell needle bearing replacement. It will go, replace it now, $60.

http://eastcoastgearsupply.com/i-8536125-toyota-8-clamshell-bushing-eliminates-needle-bearing.html

 

888's have the same 590lb spring rate they are just 5mm taller then the 887's.

OME 883 coils 590 lbs spring rate 375 mm in length
OME 884 coils 590 lbs spring rate 390 mm in length
OME 885 Coils 590 lbs spring rate 395 mm in length
OME 886 coils 660 lb spring rate 402 mm in length
OME 887 coils 590 lb spring rate 400 mm in length
OME 888 Coils 590 lb spring rate 405 mm in length

 

Marie!

Turns out we aren't ready for the F150 so I'm looking at a turd gen.

 

is that going to fit your car seats ok?

 

Why'd you change from icon aal to all pro? If you don't mind me asking.

 

Needed more lift in the rear.

 

Lol don't we all. Ride was ok / good or great on the icons.

 

I had no complaints about the AAL. Ride seemed fine - not bouncy, not overly soft.

 

I think Im going with the progressive 3 leaf. I like the idea of progressive with the stock leaf pack when hauling or towing. Hoping the Dakar isn't needed.

 

why 885s? why not 888s?



Edit: didnt read the rest of the comments....