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Body armor Hiline/winch suspension upgrade?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Yota_MGM, Nov 28, 2021.

  1. Nov 28, 2021 at 11:03 AM
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    Yota_MGM

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    Can anyone with a Body Armor Hiline bumper and a winch weigh in on this? I’m getting conflicting information. Do I need to upgrade my front suspension if I add a Hiline bumper and winch?
     
  2. Nov 28, 2021 at 11:17 AM
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    E.J.

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    You don't have to by any means, but you'll probably wish you did.
     
  3. Nov 28, 2021 at 11:18 AM
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    Polaris425

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    I don’t see how that would be enough weight to need to raise the front end.
     
  4. Nov 28, 2021 at 2:40 PM
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    willtill

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    You don't have to upgrade your suspension. I installed a Hiline and Harbor Freight 12K winch, was an additional 142 pounds. Truck sat about a half inch lower afterwards. You can sense the additional weight but you get used to it.

    I went ahead and installed the TRD OEM lift kit just because I wanted to raise the front a bit more anyway.

     
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  5. Nov 28, 2021 at 2:48 PM
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    Borracho Loco

    Borracho Loco My truck identifies as a Prius.

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    Oh look, another mod....

    I have one and didn't do a suspension upgrade. I don't feel the additional weight at all. And it had no impact on my: Handling, braking or MPG's.

     
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  6. Nov 28, 2021 at 2:55 PM
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    willtill

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    Ok, I should've said "I" can sense the additional weight. Other's mileage may vary. :)
     
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