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Good suspension for highway miles

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Gamebred, Apr 19, 2017.

  1. Apr 19, 2017 at 8:24 AM
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    Gamebred

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    Hey new to the site and tacomas I just got a 2005 Tacoma SR5 4x4 from my father in-law.
    I plan on traveling to and from dog shows anywhere from 5-8 hours away. Truck rides okay good gas mileage.

    Was wondering what is the best suspension kit that will give me the best ride on the highway a mild lift is fine but more concerned about comfort and handling......
     
  2. Apr 19, 2017 at 8:27 AM
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    Harry

    Harry Science, Bitches

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    Bilstein 5100 or OME - best bang for the buck.
     
  3. Apr 19, 2017 at 8:31 AM
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    Which ones do you have?
     
  4. Apr 19, 2017 at 9:38 AM
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    What size lift do you want?

    You are being too vague by saying mild lift. To me mild lift means spacer and less than 2" to keep stockish ride
     
  5. Apr 19, 2017 at 9:42 AM
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  6. Apr 19, 2017 at 5:05 PM
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    Sorry to me a mild lift is 3" or less.......
     
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  7. Apr 20, 2017 at 3:54 AM
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    Think Ima go with OME nitrocharge sport setup just in case I start hunting too.
     

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