1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: Need spanner wrench to adjust Fox 2.0 ICON RXT leaf spring kit OME Shocks - rust prone? Using onboard air for air bags Suspension advice for rough ride Favorite Shocks

Need a smoother riding suspension

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Sniper55, Sep 21, 2017.

Page 1 of 2
  1. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:09 AM
    #1
    Sniper55

    #1
    Sniper55 [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 21, 2017
    Member:
    #230641
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 tacoma
    Hi I am new to this site. I just recently bought a 2016 tacoma sport and need some advice. This truck has the worst ride out of all the other trucks I previously owned. I feel every little bump on the road, it rides like a covered wagon. My question is what can I do to improve the ride/ suspension.
     
    Sniper55, Sep 21, 2017
    #1
  2. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:10 AM
    #2
    68injunhed

    #2
    68injunhed Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Aug 31, 2017
    Member:
    #228627
    Messages:
    180
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Jeff
    SE Kansas
    Vehicle:
    2018 SCrew F150
    A couple things
    Mine rides great.... It's a truck.
     
    68injunhed, Sep 21, 2017
    #2
  3. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:11 AM
    #3
    9th

    #3
    9th Not a Civil Engineer

    Joined:
    Mar 24, 2017
    Member:
    #214312
    Messages:
    2,732
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Smitty
    Tropic of Cancer
    Vehicle:
    2017 Unicorn Silver Sky
    lubricated fuel door hinge
    Welcome aboard!
     
    9th, Sep 21, 2017
    #3
  4. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:17 AM
    #4
    Sniper55

    #4
    Sniper55 [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 21, 2017
    Member:
    #230641
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 tacoma
    I know its a truck , I have owned several other brand trucks throughout my life and for a price tag of 33 grand this is the worst ride. It rides good if your on a smooth road but it bad it the road is alittle rough. I like the truck otherwise
     
    Sniper55, Sep 21, 2017
    #4
  5. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:18 AM
    #5
    shakerhood

    #5
    shakerhood Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Aug 9, 2015
    Member:
    #161370
    Messages:
    37,049
    Gender:
    Male
    Southern Ohio
    Vehicle:
    2017 MGM DCSB Off Road, 6 Speed MT, P&T
    You probably should have done a thorough test drive before buying, the Off Road would have probably been a better choice for you as it has a smoother ride than the Sport.
     
    shakerhood, Sep 21, 2017
    #5
    Lord Helmet likes this.
  6. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:19 AM
    #6
    Texoma

    #6
    Texoma IG: Triple C Chop Shop

    Joined:
    Feb 1, 2011
    Member:
    #50374
    Messages:
    18,959
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Chris(Topher)
    Lago Vista, TX
    Vehicle:
    10 Taco 4x4
    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    Are you looking to just change out shocks, but retain stock height, or are you looking to lift your truck some?
     
    Texoma, Sep 21, 2017
    #6
  7. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:21 AM
    #7
    Sniper55

    #7
    Sniper55 [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 21, 2017
    Member:
    #230641
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 tacoma
    What can i do to soften the ride , different shocks?
     
    Sniper55, Sep 21, 2017
    #7
  8. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:22 AM
    #8
    Sniper55

    #8
    Sniper55 [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 21, 2017
    Member:
    #230641
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 tacoma
    Domt need to lift the truck
     
    Sniper55, Sep 21, 2017
    #8
  9. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:23 AM
    #9
    Texoma

    #9
    Texoma IG: Triple C Chop Shop

    Joined:
    Feb 1, 2011
    Member:
    #50374
    Messages:
    18,959
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Chris(Topher)
    Lago Vista, TX
    Vehicle:
    10 Taco 4x4
    A bunch a cool stickers, a bada ass MetalMiller Tx Longhorns grill emblem painted Hemi Orange, JBA long tube headers with o2 sims, Diff breather mod, Red LED interior lights, Fancy head unit that plays ipod n movies, Also DIY install factory stuff like, factory cruise control, factory intermittent wipers, OME nitro struts with 886x springs and toy tec top plate, JBA high caster UCA's for better alignmnet and dey beefier too, Old Man Emu Dakar leaf springs in da rear with the gear, U bolt flipper, Ivan Stewart TRD rims with 33" K Bro 2's, some bad ass weather tech floor liners so I don't muck up my interior, an ATO shackle flipper for mo travel in da rear wit the gear, also super shiny Fox 2.0 shocks back there too, all sorts of steal armor for bouncing off of the rocks like demello sliders, AP front skid, trans skid, n transfer skid, demello gas tank skid, and a tough as nails ARB bumper with warn 8k winch, I'm sure there's more
    Usually that is a way to do it. Springs play a role in that as well.
     
    Texoma, Sep 21, 2017
    #9
  10. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:25 AM
    #10
    shakerhood

    #10
    shakerhood Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Aug 9, 2015
    Member:
    #161370
    Messages:
    37,049
    Gender:
    Male
    Southern Ohio
    Vehicle:
    2017 MGM DCSB Off Road, 6 Speed MT, P&T
    Trade it in for an Off Road
     
    shakerhood, Sep 21, 2017
    #10
  11. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:26 AM
    #11
    BlkTaco47

    #11
    BlkTaco47 Unhinged

    Joined:
    Apr 9, 2011
    Member:
    #54635
    Messages:
    5,114
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2018 TRD PRO Midnight Black Metallic
    2016 4x4 DCSB Sport here...rides great.
     
    BlkTaco47, Sep 21, 2017
    #11
  12. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:27 AM
    #12
    MattCowsmasher

    #12
    MattCowsmasher ( -_･)ᡕᠵ᠊ᡃ່࡚ࠢ࠘⸝່ࠡࠣ᠊߯᠆ࠣ࠘ᡁࠣ࠘᠊᠊ࠢ࠘

    Joined:
    Apr 7, 2017
    Member:
    #215629
    Messages:
    48,698
    Gender:
    Male
    Temple, Tx
    Vehicle:
    O3 Rubicon wrangler
    Frankenstein lift, warn winch, heavy rear bumper swing out
    Swap some OR coils in it would ride softer.
     
    MattCowsmasher, Sep 21, 2017
    #12
  13. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:28 AM
    #13
    jsinnard

    #13
    jsinnard Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Feb 4, 2009
    Member:
    #13279
    Messages:
    6,679
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    J
    Virginia
    Vehicle:
    16 QS DCLB OR 4X4
    How much air are you running in the tires? That's the first thing I'd check.
     
    jsinnard, Sep 21, 2017
    #13
    jackn7 and shakerhood like this.
  14. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:29 AM
    #14
    Sniper55

    #14
    Sniper55 [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 21, 2017
    Member:
    #230641
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 tacoma
    Would 5100 bilstein shocks in the front and rear make a difference
     
    Sniper55, Sep 21, 2017
    #14
  15. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:30 AM
    #15
    Sniper55

    #15
    Sniper55 [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 21, 2017
    Member:
    #230641
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 tacoma
    Air pressure is 31 pds . And what are or coils
     
    Sniper55, Sep 21, 2017
    #15
  16. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:31 AM
    #16
    jsinnard

    #16
    jsinnard Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Feb 4, 2009
    Member:
    #13279
    Messages:
    6,679
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    J
    Virginia
    Vehicle:
    16 QS DCLB OR 4X4
    They would but start with the easier things, what type of truck (Sport / SR5/ SR or Offroad) and what size / brand of tires are you currently running?
     
    jsinnard, Sep 21, 2017
    #16
  17. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:32 AM
    #17
    Sniper55

    #17
    Sniper55 [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 21, 2017
    Member:
    #230641
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 tacoma
    The truck is a trd sport and they are stock tires 265/17
     
    Sniper55, Sep 21, 2017
    #17
  18. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:33 AM
    #18
    PNWTacoma

    #18
    PNWTacoma Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 10, 2017
    Member:
    #207197
    Messages:
    1,600
    First Name:
    Paul
    PDX 3rd party OV Tuner
    Vehicle:
    2025 TRD Pro | Mudbath // 2017 Offroad DCLB OG
    PNW Adventures & PNW Tuning
    Because Sport. Lol, just get some 5100's or buy a used set from someone's TRD OR and it will be better.
     
    PNWTacoma, Sep 21, 2017
    #18
  19. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:35 AM
    #19
    Sniper55

    #19
    Sniper55 [OP] Active Member

    Joined:
    Sep 21, 2017
    Member:
    #230641
    Messages:
    34
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2016 tacoma
    Ok thanks maybe i will try the 5100's
     
    Sniper55, Sep 21, 2017
    #19
  20. Sep 21, 2017 at 10:37 AM
    #20
    TacoTruck808

    #20
    TacoTruck808 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    May 15, 2017
    Member:
    #219102
    Messages:
    2,103
    Gender:
    Male
    Oahu in the Aloha State!
    Vehicle:
    2016 Tacoma TRD Sport DCSB, Prem & Tech Pkg, MGM
    OR coils are the coils from a TRD Off Road. I have read that the TRD OR shocks and coils are much softer on the ride so I just picked up a used set from another member here upgrading their truck. You can usually find a low mileage used set here with the coils still attached for about $250. I didnt have a chance to put mine on yet, but will do in the next few month when I have time.
     
    TacoTruck808, Sep 21, 2017
    #20
Page 1 of 2

Products Discussed in

Mobil 1 104361 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart (Pack of 2)
$28.27
3M VHB 100x200mm~ (4" X8") Double Sided Foam Adhesive Sheet Tape 5952 Automotive Mounting Industrial Grade Very High Bond 5952 (1 Sheets 100x200mm)
$6.99
Bilstein 5100 Series Set of Front & Rear Shocks fits 2016-2023 Tacoma with 0-1" Rear Lift | Provides 0-1" Front Lift | Includes TrendsAuto Decal | 24-263108 24-186728
$454.98
VIAIR 88P Portable Compressor Kit (12V, 120 Psi, Forup to 33" Tires)
$98.00
Super Lube 92150 Silicone Lubricating Grease with PTFE, 14.1 oz Cartridge, Translucent White, Onе Paсk
$32.24
Spicer 5-1330-1X U-Joint Kit
$37.92
uxcell 4pcs M14 x 1.5mm Pitch Metric Fine Thread 304 Stainless Steel Hex Lock Nuts
$14.49
MOOG K80827 Front Lower Suspension Ball Joint for Toyota Tacoma
$22.60
6061 CNC Billet Aluminum Front Upper Control Arms 2-4" Suspension Lift Kit Compatible with 2005-2021 Toyota Tacoma 2WD/4WD 4X4 6LUG Adjustable Ball Joints w/Rod End Bearing Bushings Upgraded
$342.68
Bilstein (24-186728) 5100 Series Shock Absorber
$109.17
Bilstein 24263108 Shock Absorber
$140.08
ARB Bush Kit OME Shackle Tacoma (OMESB121)
$44.71
Daystar KU09037BK Front/Rear Bolt-In Extended Bump Stop
$45.53
Daystar KU08006BK Black 5/8" I.D. Standard Hourglass Shock Eye Bushing - Pair
$48.81
MOOG K90258 Front Left Lower Suspension Ball Joint for Toyota Tacoma
$47.78
Rough Country Carrier Bearing Drop Kit for 2005-2023 Toyota Tundra - 1776BOX1
$29.95
MOOG ES3546 Steering Tie Rod End for Toyota Tacoma
$30.82
2X Buffers USA Molded Rubber Bumper Dock Buffer 6x3x3 for Chassis/Trailers/Truck/Flatbed/Reefer with Steel Washer (4502-1276)
$29.99
Pacific Customs Fox Spanner Nut Wrench for Fox 2.0 Shocks Spring Preload Nut and Jam Nut with 3/8 Drive for Ratchet
$29.95
Detroit Axle - 2 Front Lower Ball Joints for 2005-2019 Toyota Tacoma Lower Ball Joints 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 Replacement
$30.86
Adam's Polishes Graphene Ceramic Spray Coating - Sprayable Graphene Oxide Ceramic Coating for Cars, Boats, RV's & Motorcycle | Adds Extreme Gloss, Depth, Shine & Protection
$35.69
KYB SM5184 - Strut mount
$35.00
Dynamic 7 Piece Pin Punch Set,1/16" - 5/16"
$36.17
MOOG K100127 Alignment Caster / Camber Kit for Toyota Tacoma
$37.95
Gabriel G63494 Ultra Truck Rear Shock Absorbers for 84-89 Toyota 4Runner, 84-95 Toyota Pickup 4WD, 95-04 Toyota Tacoma 4WD, 98-04 Toyota Tacoma Pre Runner RWD (1 Pack)
$39.78
Supreme Suspensions - 1" Rear Lift Blocks for Toyota Tacoma/Tundra/IFS Pickup/IFS T100 2WD/4WD - High-Strength Steel Rear Lift Blocks 9/16th Pin - Can Cooler Included with Purchase
$39.95
Motorkote MK-HL32-06 Heavy Duty Hyper Lubricant Engine Treatment, 32-Ounce, Single, Black
$38.97
Energy Suspension 9.4102G Universal Mount
$39.76
Milton (S-3101) Pistol Grease Gun - High Pressure, High Volume
$38.75
American Automotive Compatible with Tacoma 6-Lug 2" Rear Suspension Lift U Bolts 4PCS 10" Extra Long OEM Material
$39.90
ARP 1007715 Wheel Stud Kit for Lexus
$40.42
Icon 198000 Spanner Wrench for Coil-Over Shock
$41.95
MOOG ES3545 Steering Tie Rod End for Toyota Tacoma
$41.02
Maxtrac Suspension 810010 Suspension Lift Kit Component (Cast Lift Blocks)
$42.25
1.5" Front Leveling Lift Kits for 2005-2023 Tacoma, 2003-2024 4Runner, 2007-2015 FJ Curise 4WD, Dynofit Raise 1-1/2" Strut Spacer Suspension Lift Spacers, Set of 2Pcs Shock Absorber Spacers
$40.99
MICTUNING RGB LED Rock Lights with Upgraded APP Bluetooth Controller, Timing Function, Music Mode - 4 Pods Multicolor Neon LED Light Kit
$40.90
Tein SST01-K0335-B Coilover Height Adjustment Spanner Wrenches
$37.84
MOOG K80811 Front Upper Suspension Ball Joint for Toyota Tacoma
$36.22
Energy Suspension 8.10103G Rack and Pinion Bushing Set for 4WD
$35.68
OEMTOOLS 25550 MacPherson 10.75" Strut Spring Compressor, Automotive Suspension System Maintenance Tool, 2-Piece Universal Spring Compressor Tools with 9.75" Maximum Safe Opening, Forged Hooks
$36.99
Icon Billet Aluminum Sway Bar Relocation Blocks Kit 611030
$51.35
Pro-Lift Heavy Duty 6 Ton Jack Stands Pair - Double Locking Pins - Handle Lock and Mobility Pin for Auto Repair Shop with Extra Safety
$50.97
To Top