Lifting my truck advice needed PLS.

Oh no, There is right and wrong ways.

 

So anybody wanna post their lifted 3rd gens here heheh

 

Ther are tons of lifted Tacoma's if you do a google search. I'm confused as to why you are not able to look them up?
Even on this forum there are threads dedicated to lifted trucks.
Try the little "Search" button at the top right.

Here's a 6" lift thread I started a long time ago!

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...or-more-pictures.43093/page-708#post-20778048

 

going back to what was said earlier...

define what you want. lift it for looks, function, how high, is it to fit a specific tire size, etc.

after that, recommendations can be suggested so you can lift your truck once and be happy with it.

 

He just wants to fit 33’s. I(and many others)have suggested spacers and blocks, or a 3” set up multiple times. Toku suggested 6”. He is overwhelmed with info, he had a nice ADS set up ready to order. He had a Icon set ordered canceled that. Skinny 33”s were suggested he didn’t like the look of skinny’s.

 

Done with this lifting ill just go with this set
If it aint good just charged to experience i guess
Hahah
Ill be ordering it tomorrow

I think with this set up
Itll be better than the pro (hoping )
A friend has a pro and he thinks his truck is more capable off roading

 

Top Notch Automotive have a set of 3" Kings in stock and no I don't have a price.Call them for more info.Follow them on IG.They have lots of pic on there of their work.

 

I don’t really think that diff drop or the u bolt flip is needed. The TC arms offer more travel the question though is are you on top of it with maintenance which the TC uni balls require. I would also recommend getting the adjusters. It’s $500 more but being able to adjust the ride seems 100% worth it long term. If you have extra cash I’d recommend doing replacement leaf packs, AALs tend to run a little stiff. As someone who has gone through three different lifts, just do it right the first time. You’ll end up spending less. Kings are the right choice though.

 

Topnotch? Where are they located
Maybe they install too?

 

What would you suggest
Dont change the leaf leav it all stock
Or add a leaf

 

you’ll save yourself some money if you piece the same setup together. i was looking at the same kit then realized that you end up saving like 100$-200$ if you buy separately

 

Save up for a few months and get a leaf pack.

 

I wanna use 33s tires wider than stock
Perfectly align with the fender trim is wide enough
I dont like skinny tires

I dont go off roading
But i want my truck to handle off roading
just incase i need to tow someone out
Or follow someone
(I dont wanna add junk just for looks needs to be functional)

I like the aggressive look on mud tires
I know they dont last long but i like em

 

Leaf pack? Replacement for the leaf?
And not just added leaf?

Whats the difference

 

It’s a fine kit. You just don’t need the diff drop spaced kit that’s all. You’ll be fine with this set all boxes will be checked for your needs. Now PLEASE DONT COME BACK TO THIS THREAD! Every time you just get more confused.

 

Sorry I don't agree. You are better off with the diff drop. It will prolong his CV Boot life. Changing boots are a PITA!

 

You will get people that say you need them and say you don’t. Most people I talked to and while researching say I didn’t need a diff drop. My angles are perfectly fine with no kinks or anything wrong with my boots.

 

OP you do not need a diff drop if the lift is 3" or less. If you get this kit, which I have" it actually gets you more like 2.5" when all is said and done so your easily within safe range. Call King directly and they will tell you they do not recommend a diff drop, spacers or any other add on. Anyway you will be absolutely stoked with this set up. You'll find yourself actively seeking out speedbumps and speedhumps when not offroading. Sorry kids but your 20 mph zone just became a 50mph zone

Incase you were curious I'm running 33x12.5 Toyo M/T on 17s with -12.5 offset. I would go with 0 offset if you want your tires closer to flush to the outside of the flares. -12.5 offset make my tires stick out past the OEM flares approximately 1.5" but I also have Bushwacker Pockets waiting to be picked up at the Rhino Liners so not an issue. And you may not need a cab mount chop either with 0 offset but I'm not certain about that.

 

Damn thats a sweet looking truck

I want to make my truck look like this