What Have You Done To Your 3rd Gen Today?

huskcummerbund · Feb 15, 2022

oostroma said: ↑

Here is a good pic of the installation.
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/roadmaster-active-suspension.679959/#post-26655176
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Seems like the "cool-guy" version of an AAL.

BudFriendguy · Feb 15, 2022

huskcummerbund said: ↑

So the whole time it's pulling hard on the axle, effectively turning the front half of the leaf springs into a bow, with this device being the bow-string? That seems like it would sag over time, requiring regular adjustments since it's constantly under tension. Also, it would need to be adjusted each time you change the weight of the vehicle, right?

How is this better than airbags that I can hook up to a compressor and level the truck from inside the cab with the flick of a switch?
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I haven't really inspected the pics, but does it pull on the axle or just bow the spring?

Without knowing the full pros and cons of each, my first assumption is the $$$ barrier to entry.

I'd imagine the bolt-on spring is a couple hundred bucks, vs air bags that probably cost about the same but require on-board air and everything involved with installing that.

Money talks.

huskcummerbund · Feb 15, 2022

BudFriendguy said: ↑

I haven't really inspected the pics, but does it pull on the axle or just bow the spring?

Without knowing the full pros and cons of each, my first assumption is the $$$ barrier to entry.

I'd imagine the bolt-on spring is a couple hundred bucks, vs air bags that probably cost about the same but require on-board air and everything involved with installing that.

Money talks.
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From what I can see it's basically wrapped around the U-bolts and is under constant tension.

Price and resistance to puncture would have to be the biggest selling points because I don't really see any other technical reason for them to be favored over bags. I feel like I'd rather have an AAL if I was going the cheap route though.

oostroma · Feb 15, 2022

huskcummerbund said: ↑

So the whole time it's pulling hard on the axle, effectively turning the front half of the leaf springs into a bow, with this device being the bow-string? That seems like it would sag over time, requiring regular adjustments since it's constantly under tension. Also, it would need to be adjusted each time you change the weight of the vehicle, right?

How is this better than airbags that I can hook up to a compressor and level the truck from inside the cab with the flick of a switch? I haven't compared the prices between the options so maybe the full airbag system is significantly more expensive?
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If you have a load or were towing that changes often then this is not the system for you.
In my case I wanted to beef up the suspension without effecting ride stiffness, improve towing stability when pulling my pop-up camper and get a bit of lift as well.

Kenstogie · Feb 15, 2022

jdmjustin said: ↑

Same here, bought it for a trip to Smoky Mountains. We had 4 people in my truck, so all of our stuff was in the bed. Kept everything pretty dry, even though it rained 4/8 days.
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I did add additional weather stripping to the tailgate portion as there was a small 1/4 inch gap but not a biggie... I actually emailed tyger and they sent it for free...gotta love that

Benny blanco · Feb 15, 2022

huskcummerbund said: ↑

From what I can see it's basically wrapped around the U-bolts and is under constant tension.

Price and resistance to puncture would have to be the biggest selling points because I don't really see any other technical reason for them to be favored over bags. I feel like I'd rather have an AAL if I was going the cheap route though.
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The road master is different. But the physics is there. I would think the spring is there to supplement the leaf, as opposed to placing tension on it or the axle. But we may need to bust out a chalkboard and scratch our heads. I went with an AAL from toytec, made by Deaver, but it’s 3 leaves.

Siltaco56 · Feb 15, 2022

GrizzledBastard said: ↑

What do you think of the road ride, now? Thinking about doing mine. Not sure if I should do Block or AAL in the ass end.

Did you go DIY or have somebody deal with the coils for you?
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Ride is way better than the stock Off Road suspension, more firm and no more brake dive. I did the block since I rarely have weight in the bed. Me and my 15 year old son did the entire install. We used the non spring compressor method by removing the LCA bolts. Took about 6 hours (2 because the 1 in. block kit did not come with extended leaf bolt)

GrandMasterB · Feb 15, 2022

Final piece of the puzzle came in today. Now I need to decide if I will install the lift before I get new tires or not. I don't want it to look weird with factory tires. I already have new rims, pro style with 0 offset. I am hoping to get Falken WP in 285/70/17

The goal is a 2" lift. I started to save and buy components for a few months now.

Going with Bilstein 6112/5160 Icon AAL 1.5"

toku58 · Feb 15, 2022

GrandMasterB said: ↑

Final piece of the puzzle came in today. Now I need to decide if I will install the lift before I get new tires or not. I don't want it to look weird with factory tires. I already have new rims, pro style with 0 offset. I am hoping to get Falken WP in 285/70/17

The goal is a 2" lift. I started to save and buy components for a few months now.

Going with Bilstein 6112/5160 Icon AAL 1.5"

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Set your SPC to setting "F" or "G" and move your tire forward as much as possible then trim the front lower fender and move the inner liner forward they should clear full stuff no problem!
Congrats on the Purchase!

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Here a few pictures of the front inner liner moved forward.

Bholm · Feb 15, 2022

anyone have good way to mount maxxtrax with out having tabs on my HMO bars? i would assume drilling another hole into the isnt the best idea

GrandMasterB · Feb 15, 2022

toku58 said: ↑

Set your SPC to setting "F" or "G" and move your tire forward as much as possible then trim the front lower fender and move the inner liner forward they should clear full stuff no problem!
Congrats

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Here a few pictures of the front inner liner moved forward.

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Thank you for the advice and pictures.

Edit: Somehow I messed up the quote.

wrekd619 · Feb 15, 2022

rgljr831 said: ↑

I was just checking those out on their website. Those look stout!
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Glad I installed them before this last weekend. It did it’s job.

wrekd619 · Feb 15, 2022

Installed RCI Roof Rack.

JJ04TACO · Feb 15, 2022

Circuit Rider said: ↑

Sorry it took so long JJ04TACO. Here is a pic of the back of the removable radio face. I have a TACORAIL attached to the trim. It's made to prefit the space there, and my phone is from 67 mounts. The ram mounts are a little to big for the slot, so I used one that I could use a couple of nuts and bolts to attach to the tacorail.

I used a ram mount ball with the square base and 4 holes to attache to the back of the mount by drill 4 small holes and self tapping screws. Then used a short attachment between it and the dash mount.

With this setup, I can lock my glove box and the face is removable like a car stereo. I just slide it off the backing and take with me.

The face is 5.5 inches wide X 2.3 inches deep. The main is 5.5 wide by 7 inches deep because of the rear heat sink on the radio.

Hope this helps.

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Yes that helps, I'll be sure to bookmark this one for future use. I really like that install. Thanks for the dimensions as well. I really wish they would make radios to fit a DIN slot in a dash. That would solve so many issues. Have an audio out for the head unit and boom...

TravisMD · Feb 15, 2022

afgixxer said: ↑

Hey man let me help you out. It’s pretty easy but can be frustrating.

Step 1- Measure where your stock decals are with blue tape and create you a border. You want to have an idea where to put the new sticker. Now, like me if your new sticker doesn’t have a clear backer, then it will be off a bit.

Step 2- Use a hairdryer and cover the sticker getting it nice and hot. Find a corner and commit to pulling in the same direction the entire time. As you are pulling, use heat on the sticker right infront of where your hand (I recommend wearing a glove) is pulling and keep pulling slowly moving the heat as you pull. You may have some small pieces break off, but it will come off.

Step 3- Now you have the old sticker off, there will be a lot of residue left over. You want a glass like feel before you replace your sticker. I tried goo gone, but it didn’t work for me. I used nail polish remover on a microfiber and it worked great. Use at your own risk though. Make sure it’s all gone before moving to the next step.

Step 4- Now you are ready to lay on your decal. Go ahead and pull off a strip of painters tape for the next step and stick it on your bed rail. Before you peel off the backing of your sticker, place your decal where you want it aligned within the tape border you created in step 1. Now, put that strip in the middle of your sticker so it divides it into two sections, add some pressure and it should stay on the truck. Peel off your blue tape outline and remove the rest of the residue that you see.

Step 5- You will be working only one side of the sticker and going from inside to outside. Take your squeegee or card and wipe the sticker from inside to outside. This will make sure the sticker doesn’t get stuck on the backing as you peel it off. Now slowly start peeling take your time making sure each letter comes up. Once you get to the blue tape, tear off the backing paper. Don’t let go of the sticker!

Step 6- You only get one shot at this! Hold the sticker making sure no letters are touching to the truck, now pull the sticker outward. Starting at the blue tape, TAKE YOUR TIME and with your squeegee, work the sticker down onto the truck going from inside to outside until the sticker is layed flat onto the bed side. Go over the sticker with your squeegee just to ensure it is fully adhered to the paint. Now SLOWLY, remove the top sticker revealing your letters.

Step 7 repeat for the other side of the tape and opposite of the bed. Hope i explained that clearly and this helps you out.

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Nice! Thanks for the details my man. If I find some new stickers to put on I'll be following your instructions. I appreciate the help

E.T. · Feb 15, 2022

sparty83 said: ↑

I know I bought the driver side but was wondering do your passengers use their?
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I haven't had a passenger since installing the copilot side; once I do I'll let you know. I threw my cell in it once rather than on the passenger's seat.

tacoshell88 · Feb 15, 2022

I got stuck in my 3rd gen today…

Jk I did that on purpose to make it easy to load the Yamaha

Skratch&sniff · Feb 15, 2022

Installed a new bumper today!

Mofodave · Feb 15, 2022

treyfive said: ↑

What type of suspension you running that beast on man?
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I still have the TRD Pro Fox Suspension. I'm definitely wanting to do a bit bigger lift eventually but have to let the wallet recover first haha.

treyfive · Feb 15, 2022

Mofodave said: ↑

I still have the TRD Pro Fox Suspension. I'm definitely wanting to do a bit bigger lift eventually but have to let the wallet recover first haha.
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Thanks bro

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