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3rd Gen Owners with King Coilovers

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by c4lvinnn, Jan 30, 2017.

  1. May 20, 2019 at 1:31 PM
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    AccuTune Offroad

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  2. May 20, 2019 at 2:04 PM
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  3. May 20, 2019 at 9:42 PM
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    Level with 5 threads? I have Dakar medium as well and I got Rake with my 600 but I’m showing way more threads too.

    Thanks for your input. Trying to figure out how many threads to go with the 650s. Either level or a little higher up front. I can’t stand the “stink bug” look.
     
  4. May 21, 2019 at 7:38 AM
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    this thread has been really helpful!
    My kings will be here on Friday! :bananadance:
    I went with 600s coils because I really do not plan to add any weight to front.
    I want to be prepared for the installation so it can go smooth as possible.

    I want to get 2.5in of lift, from what I have read I’m looking at 11-9 threads showing, can anybody chime in on this?

    What grease should I use on the UCAs?

    Thanks
     
  5. May 21, 2019 at 7:44 AM
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    This is my stance with five threads.ACB17AD1-A54C-4BC8-A5BE-EEBCA804A123.jpg
     
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  6. May 21, 2019 at 8:51 AM
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    Lift and cap so far...
    Thats what I did and got pretty much exactly 2.5 inches above stock. Be sure to use lube on the threads if you aren't using a compressor
     
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  7. May 21, 2019 at 9:05 AM
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    Thank you, how’s the ride with the settings you have?
     
  8. May 21, 2019 at 9:11 AM
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    Lift and cap so far...
    Pretty good. Not exactly a cloud on road as some say, but nice. You will have firmer tires which you will notice and there is more bump steer than stock. The shocks are definitely made for off road at speed, which is where they really shine. The springs also take weeks to really break in to the point that they are cush. I usually run them pretty close to full soft on road and pretty stiff off road or for extended highway cruising (Colorado has some tight corners on the highways)
     
  9. May 21, 2019 at 9:14 AM
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    Im at 10 and 7 I believe. I'm right around 2.5". I have BAMF sliders and RCI Aluminum skids.

    If you dont have one of these buy one.
    https://www.summitracing.com/parts/...19Ghcmw7j_94FBBynmTgKmk40-1Xbgp8aAi1MEALw_wcB
     
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  10. May 23, 2019 at 10:04 AM
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    Hey guys so im having a small dilemma on what to get. So i talked to Micah from D S M but i want to hear from your guys experience with the dakars.
    should i get dakars or another type of leafs. What would you guys recommend?

    Screenshot_20190523-094459_Gmail.jpg
     
  11. May 23, 2019 at 10:23 AM
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    Lift and cap so far...
    This has to do with the stack height of the Dakar pack (they are tall) which requires a longer shock
     
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  12. May 23, 2019 at 10:27 AM
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    @Funzy I would rather stick with the standard king shock. Do know what other set of leafs would pair good with the kings standard rear shocks?
     
  13. May 23, 2019 at 11:13 AM
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    Lift and cap so far...
    Also, the extended Kings are the same as the regular ones but without the limiting bushing for extension. They will work for whatever spring you want
     
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  14. May 23, 2019 at 11:44 AM
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    I got the extended for a Dakar pack later (currently running AAL 1" lift). They're definitely longer than stock shocks.
     
  15. May 23, 2019 at 1:22 PM
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    Custom king shocks with black body and short fin reservoir :)
     
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  16. May 23, 2019 at 1:34 PM
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    Is the black body something you can order/buy or is it custom home DIY?
     
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  17. May 23, 2019 at 1:36 PM
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    Custom order from Kings. Takes couple of weeks
     
  18. May 23, 2019 at 1:37 PM
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    @KrnTaco08 what type of leafs do you have in the rear of ur tacoma?
     
  19. May 23, 2019 at 1:38 PM
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    Cool. Good to know. Thanks for the info.
     
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  20. May 23, 2019 at 3:01 PM
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    Lift and cap so far...
    What is the short fun resivore? The back looks different, is it?
     

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