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3 inch lift

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by be_fishin, Sep 11, 2017.

  1. Sep 11, 2017 at 1:59 AM
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    be_fishin

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    what's the best 3 inch lift can I get for a reasonable price? I don't want my lift to effect the smoothness of my ride and shock absorbtion.
     
  2. Sep 11, 2017 at 2:51 AM
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    Halena Molokai

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    I would stick with a 2" lift and then add a tire size that will give you another inch for a total of three. If you want to keep the ride as close to stock I have no complaints with the Boss 2.0. on mines. $.02
     
  3. Sep 11, 2017 at 3:06 AM
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    what happens with 3" or above that a 2" will prevent?
     
  4. Sep 11, 2017 at 3:10 AM
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    wirenut I like this place

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    Theres probably 75 to 100 threads on this if you use the search option.
     
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  5. Sep 11, 2017 at 3:49 AM
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    Geometry happens.
     
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    so the issues many see with bearings, etc are less likely
    to be an issue with under 3"?
     
  8. Sep 11, 2017 at 4:59 AM
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    Staying as close to stock height is best as this will give you the most reliability and durability of all driveline components.
     
  9. Sep 11, 2017 at 5:00 AM
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    In theory, yes. Keeping the drive line angles closest to where they were designed to run will help with longevity sake. I don't think there's actual data out there to support it, though.
     
  10. Sep 11, 2017 at 8:27 AM
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    Ome kit/ 888/ Dakar’s medium and 265/75s you’ll be good. Nice and comfy.
     
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  11. Sep 11, 2017 at 8:33 AM
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    What? Seriously??
     
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    It's definitely made up, not like we have a suspension subforum or anything helpful like that,
     
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  13. Sep 11, 2017 at 8:46 AM
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    Why on earth would we even have a suspension sub-forum? or a search function?? :confused::facepalm:
     
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  14. Sep 11, 2017 at 8:52 AM
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    Ya what do people think this is, the internet?
     
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    That's funny!
     
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    LIFTMAN! :cheers:
     
  19. Sep 11, 2017 at 9:15 AM
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    Welcome to TW.

    Best cheap option is some Bilstien 5100's till you research on here and find out what you really want. Tons of info on here to help you out, just use the search button.
     
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  20. Sep 11, 2017 at 9:59 AM
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    Welcome to TW. I say lift it 3+ inches, cut, trim, BFH on pinch seams, re-gear, lockers, run 37s, plates, skids, sidebars, and hit the Hammers. Good luck.
     
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