Help with 3rd Gen Lift

I understand things like this are posted all the time. I can't seem to find a straightforward answer anywhere and its led to a lot of frustration. I have a 2021 TRD OFF ROAD in cement. Ive been wanting to lift it for quite some time and am now finally ready to do so. Here's some info:

1) not too worried about price, but don't want to pay for what I don't need
2) a 2-3 inch full suspension kit and yes I want new UCA
3) Would like to know the biggest tires I can fit with this lift that doesn't require CMC or much trimming (hoping for 33's but know it depends on which tire/wheels I would get)
4)don't do any serious off roading but a fair amount of easy stuff - more going for looks with regards to lift but want a good ride as well
5)I feel comfortable with installing the lift myself

Big fan of Bilstein lifts I had 5100's on my 1st gen and it did the job. Also looking into Dobinsons and any other options.
Any help is greatly appreciated. Even just some pictures of what you have would be a big help.

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2-plus-inch-lift-details-for-those-interested.744266/

 

You can fit a 255 85 16 or a 255 80 17 (both 33) with little or no trimming on the stock suspension. You seem to like the Bilstein stuff so why not go with that, nothing wrong with it. Keep in mind the lifting an IFS does not change the geometry, just the ride height. A 285 will still need a cmc or it will rub when the suspension bottoms out in a turn.

 

You're gonna get a wide variety of answers, and at the end of the day, each persons lift is the best bc its what they bought and they need to justify it, especially if it was expensive. That being said,
1. you can pay as little or as much as you want, but you get what you pay for in terms of function.
2. tons of kits out there, but my suggestion is keep researching until you've figured out what YOU want from your truck. You may find a mixture of parts meets your wants and needs over a bundled kit
3. Still gonna be subjective. 32s are typically the largest with absolutely zero trimming required. 33's are doable, and may or may not require trimming depending on who you ask. It mainly is dependent on your wheel specs/alignment/need for flex. If you never leave the roads, you may never flex enough to hit the cab mounts. Someone will chime in and say they fit 37's with no trimming, so take everything you hear here with a grain of salt. Best advice I can give, expect to trim double the amount anyone says you may need. I had to trim with 32's.
4. if looks are all you want, spacer's/blocks give you what you want, keep stock suspension feel bc you retain stock components, but you lose travel, and not a good option for off road use. If you want function, stay away from them. A tip often overlooked, buy a spring rate suitable for what you intend your end goal for your truck to be. Example, if you plan to add a steel bumper/winch, factor that in when you choose springs up front. Same for leaf springs.
5. Awesome decision; that money saved from not overpaying a shop means more budget for quality parts!

 

appreciate all the advice here. I get that most of this stuff is subjective and everyone’s going to have their own “best” lift advice. Definitely not going to settle for something on the cheaper end since I payed so much for the truck might as well make it nice.

 

You can run a skinny 33 and not rub has some have mentioned. If you want a wide 33 get out the saw.

 

I think the best general advice if budget is no part of the equation, call and speak with a super reputable suspension vendor, someone who specializes in it, has great customer service, is willing to help you individually piece together a kit if need be, and build it exactly how you intend to use it. Most importantly, just be realistic. Nothing wrong with over-building it, but at some point, you start getting away from that weekend warrior type setup and quickly dive into needing another daily driver bc your truck turned into a crappy daily lol.