Dobinsons 2016-2023 Taco Suspension Options

I would really like to do a 2" lift front and back. I off-road and overland often. Truck is also my daily driver and doesn't always have weight in the bed. No aftermarket metal bumpers, but see them in the future, but not for a couple years. What all should I get?

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Appreciate the first hand insight - I've got a little more weight than you so it's sounding like the 112's are the way to go, like Mike recommended.

 

I'm basically in the same situation as you except that I also tow a travel trailer twice a month or so. But it's a daily driver that's empty 99% of the time. After speaking with Mike, this is what I ordered:



Assuming it'll be the same for you. I'm a bit concerned about the rear being too tall and weird looking for 265/70/17 tires but I'm hoping it'll settle down a bit after it's installed based on the results I've seen on this thread. Unfortunately, only one real way to find out!

Everything is on order now so I haven't received or installed it yet, but I'll be posting plenty of resulting photos when I get it all on.

 

The 314 coils on the 221 struts will get you 2" lift in the front, then the 110R rear leaf springs with 940 shocks for 2" lift with no constant weight. Bumper weight can vary from pretty light to super heavy, so if you add coils or leaf springs to suit that additional weight which you don't have yet, it could be firmer and taller until that added weight is on there. A couple of years is a long way off, so you can just upgrade the coils and leaf springs (add a leaf) down the road to add more load support when it's needed.

 

Look forward to seeing pictures, as this is a nearly identical setup to what I plan on running.

 

I love my current lift, I have the C59-352 coils, but I am adding a 100lb bumper (lilbs hybrid bumper) because of an accident I will be essentially getting the bumper free. So to make up for the extra weight, should i get new coils or new add on spacers? I currently have a 1/4" on the driver side, so not sure how that would work. Thanks for any input.

 

I'd say just wait until you get the bumper changed out and see how the height is then. The 354's would add 1/2" to whatever you end up with, so those would be the next step, but you may not end up dropping too much height due to the rate of those coils.

 

Oh yeah, forgot to mention I do pull a popup camper that's around ~2700lbs in the summer months when the wife wants to get out. I'll definitely be looking forward to your review.

 

Is the rated constant load on leafs the amount of weight the truck can handle before sagging? I have 111Rs and have been driving around with an empty bed (rough ride), just threw 500lbs of sand in the back and it rides much better. But while doing this lost 1in in the back. Is this normal?

 

Honestly, I'm not about to wait a till I get the bumpers, it's gonna be too far out. But keeping it in mind on what gets put on. Thanks though, I'll see what I can figure out unless you got more suggestions on a setup

 

Perfect. I'll look into these things. Thank you a bunch.

 

The more weight added to a spring, the more it squats. Yes, that's normal.

How high were you when it was empty, without the weight? You would have been lifted more than the specs list, probably closer to 3".

2.1" of lift with the listed additional weight on a double cab short bed is what they're rated to give.

 

According to my measurements (photo), I was around 2" in the rear after everything settled with an empty bed. Now loaded down I'm only an inch or so over stock height... Something just isn't adding up or I'm missing something.

 

My leaf packs only have 5 leafs... If that changes anything. Thought the 111s had 6?

 

My 111’s have 6

 

I have the same set-up as what you ordered except the front coils. I have a front metal bumper and winch, so stronger coils. But you can see what the back looks like before and after the suspension change. I have a high clearance rear bumper also, but no other weight. Again, if you have any questions, ask @Crikeymike. He is extremely helpful and a great guy!

 

AND you've got a great color!

 

I love BBP and looked specifically for that color when I bought my truck. I don't know why they discontinued it, but I got mine

 

I had one lined up in that color and went to Tennessee for the weekend. When I got back the truck was still there but the salesman wasn't and all the records of our deal were gone and they refused to honor the price we had negotiated for trading in on my SR5. Was really ticked off.

 

Oh man. That sucks!