Just some more lift questions

Sorry I know this is always asked about what lifts to run, I have done a bunch or research into lifts and all that but I still don't have a very good understanding of it all and what to look for.

For me specifically I'm looking for about a 2"-3" lift for my 2017 sport, I currently have 2" spacers for the front and run 275/70/17 k02's.

I tow a fair bit so I want to make sure that I don't reduce my payload or anything like that and actually if possible increase it a bit. I also work in some rural areas and use my truck to get into some of these spots that are still on roads, but just barely at times. As the lift will mostly be for looks but I do also want some function out of it too to make sure I don't go and ruin my truck. I've just had a couple times where that little bit extra space would have been helpful but still managed. I'm really just wondering if I should look for whole kits or just new struts and new leafs in the back or what the best plan of attack is for that. Sorry for making a new thread but couldn't find much related to towing as well as function off road. Any feedback will be appreciated. Thanks all

 

Suspension lift all four wheels.

 

I am not the Toyota expert, but I have lifted other vehicles. Most of what I have read on here is that anything over 2.5" will stress the upper ball joints and push the need for new upper control arms to compensate for the lift. I am sure most will say an adjustable coil over kit will be best, and that 2" is about the most you can get without problems developing, like driveline vibrations, or the driver side CV axle needle bearing causing issues. I've piecemealed many kits together...it's better to get it all in one swoop to save time, money, sweat, and frustration when things dont go as planned, but would have if you had just gotten the whole kit.

Adjustable coil overs are a plus...I am in the same boat as you wanting a little lift. This weekend I am probably going to experiment with setting my lift to 2.5" to see what it looks like and how it drives. . I've off-roaded in western VA and the 2" with the same size tires you have (diameter wise) did quite well. I would like a little less rake which is why I am going to raise it another .5"

 

Ok, from what I read as well I was also thinking 2.5" will be my max for overall lift as I don't want to open a can of worms and spend more money I don't want to. Thanks for the input so far and the recommendations! I will definitely keep doing my research and checking on here to see what has worked and what hasn't for others! Thanks all so far!

 

Air bags for the rear might be a good option for you if you tow a lot. Helps stabilize the payload and they are adjustable. This thread has a bunch of good information.
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/official-firestone-riderite-lift-thread.279865/page-3

 

For towing a full leaf pack up to the task is ideal.

 

I've heard that the airbags can sometimes freeze up, I live in Northern Ontario and it spends a fair amount of the year well below freezing, not sure if there is much truth or expamles to that though, but I have heard of that happening!

 

Freezing isn't a problem for our SES system! The hard rubber composite is built to withstand all types of conditions.

 

you don't need a lift