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Bumpy ride....

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Chipi3s, Apr 10, 2018.

  1. Apr 10, 2018 at 12:56 PM
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    Chipi3s

    Chipi3s [OP] Does it rub?

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    Toytec boss performance suspension. 2” lift
    Drives pretty bumpy(stiff??) on streets.
     
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  2. Apr 10, 2018 at 1:00 PM
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    you mean like the whole truck constantly shakes while on the freeway or just when you hit ruts in the pavement
     
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  3. Apr 10, 2018 at 1:04 PM
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    Chipi3s [OP] Does it rub?

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    best way i can describe it is as if the suspension isnt doing its job to absorb the bumps so all that energy just transfers straight to my seat. My body literally vibrates
     
  4. May 6, 2018 at 6:47 PM
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    Chipi3s [OP] Does it rub?

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    Anyone have any experience with Foxs Dual speed compression adjusters? Seems like they would be a great alternative for my bumpy ride issues.
     
  5. May 6, 2018 at 8:50 PM
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    Mine is the same - by design and choice. Nobody talks inside the truck or chattered teeth.
     
  6. May 6, 2018 at 8:57 PM
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    Chipi3s [OP] Does it rub?

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    So you have toytec as-well? Got any pics? Maybe mine defective
     
  7. May 6, 2018 at 9:09 PM
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    Icons all around. 700# front and RXT back full packs.

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  8. May 6, 2018 at 9:25 PM
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    If you're getting 2" I believe you're pretty maxed out (ie the coils are preloaded quite a bit). That would make for a bumpier ride.

    That being said, I had that kit on my 2016 set at 1" and it was a bit stiffer than stock, but I wouldn't say bumpy.
     
  9. May 6, 2018 at 9:31 PM
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    I have Fox 2.5’s RR without DSC adjusters and it rides like a cloud. As fas as I can see it would only get better with the adjusters.
     
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  10. May 7, 2018 at 1:47 AM
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    I guess stiffer would be the word i should be using. So stiff that i have to slow down considerably just to hit a speed bump. Lol isnt this supposed to be an offroad suspension great for absorbing bumps
     
  11. May 7, 2018 at 8:30 AM
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    It is, but in my opinion the Boss 2.0 kit isn't a high end kit I would go with to improve ride quality. Also when you preload the coils all the way you sacrifice ride quality for vehicle height.

    Are you looking to improve the quality of the ride with what you have or are you looking to get something else?
     
  12. May 7, 2018 at 8:34 AM
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    Chipi3s [OP] Does it rub?

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    I am trying to improve my ride quality. Also the fronts ar 2.5 and rear is 2.0 with resi. I assumed $3k would be quality but i should have went with fox or kings. Im not really sure what else i could do at this point
     
  13. May 7, 2018 at 8:35 AM
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    Chipi3s [OP] Does it rub?

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    Man i heard bilsteins are good. I have a feeling if i upgraded to kings ide still be disapointed. Unless they really are that good
     
  14. May 7, 2018 at 8:41 AM
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    what’s the spring rate?
     
  15. May 7, 2018 at 8:44 AM
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    Did you replace the factory bump stops? Replace the fronts at minimum, made a huge difference on speed bumps for me. If you’re use to driving a Lexus or something similar you will forever be disappointed in ride quality though.
     
  16. May 7, 2018 at 8:49 AM
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    Oh my bad, I thought you had the 2.0 kit.

    Unfortunately I don't have experience with the 2.5's.

    Have you tried reaching out to Toytec to see if they could offer a suitable solution?
     
  17. May 7, 2018 at 8:49 AM
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    Chipi3s [OP] Does it rub?

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  18. May 7, 2018 at 8:50 AM
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    Yes. They are slow to respond and single line answers. They said everything seems to be in spec and these are ‘race inspired’ i think these toytecs may just ride really stiff.....
     
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  19. May 7, 2018 at 8:54 AM
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    Hmmm, all I could offer is to maybe reduce the preload in the front, or maybe reduce the air pressure in your tires a bit. Not sure what tires you have, but if they are 10 ply that could be a contributing factor
     
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  20. May 7, 2018 at 8:58 AM
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    Chipi3s [OP] Does it rub?

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    Bump stops are factory. Im referring to driving over bumps in general with my bump stops not even being engaged.
     

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