Replace El Cheapo Spacer & Block Lift

I posted in the general thread b4 I realized this separate thread for suspension, sorry.

Any whoo...I have a 2020 TRD Sport that apparently has an El Cheapo 2/1 spacer and block lift. (FYI, I'm a noob when it comes to lifts, still learning).

I want to replace it with a better quality product but not sure where to even start looking and am completely overwhelmed.

Here are my requirements/usage

1. I drive 95% pavement and occasionally tow a 3,000lb camper (I don't do off road but might find myself on light trails while camping)
2. I want a solid product, good quality, but not overkill due to bullet #1
3. I'm going to replace OEM tires with Open Country AT III, staying with 265/65 R17 (might go 285 if possible, is it?)

I'm looking for recommendations on what path to take here. Again, I'm a noob.

Thank you.

 

I did the 2.5” OME lift. Not expensive and it improved my ride quality and load capacity. It’s a complete coil, spring and leaf pack replacement. And it can be had for under $1500.

 

Could you post a link please? Thx.

 

Looks like costs have gone up a little, but:

https://**********/products/ometac-...-TF1Oa7e4IpLsR68eJwOnpume7jFRFaUaAtPtEALw_wcB

 

I don’t think I need anything too crazy for my needs. Thank you for your suggestions. What do you think of this kit?

 

Not sure why you would buy another 1" spacer for the rear when you stated you already have one installed? The Eibachs should work for the front though...might be able to do 5100s and an aal in the rear for <$1000?

 

Good point. I was thinking of getting rid of the cast iron block and replacing it with an aluminum one.

 

I did a lot of research and just bought Bilstein 6112 for the front and Bilstein 5160 for the rear. You can get up to 2" of lift with the front depending on where you set the "preload" clips (circlips). To get lift in the back you need to add a leaf, a block, or replace the pack. I'd recommend adding a leaf at minimum because you gain no performance with a block, and actually hurts your components (axle wrap). The 5160s do have more travel than stock, they can handle the lift. Make sure you figure out bump stops so you don't slam your shock and break it.

This was my middle ground between a cheap 5100 setup and an insane King setup. If you need to spend even less, maybe try four 5100 shocks and reuse your OEM springs, and just add a leaf in the back. That might still be under $1000. There are a million brands but everyone stands by Bilstein so I didn't overwhelm myself with all the other options, I've heard most people like that Toytec/Eibach kit too.

Spacers won't kill you, but you already spent a lot of money on the truck, don't cheap out now.

If you go up to 285 tires you will have to start hammering and cutting to fit them and your gas mileage will really suck, plus it will wear out your parts faster. They're also more expensive. Ask yourself if the look of 1" more is really worth all that, because it's not going to gain you any performance. In fact your truck will be slower.

 

Hey! Thank you! That was an awesome response. I really appreciate the help. Thanks for the tire advise also. I’m thinking to install Open Country AT III, OEM size.

 

No problem.

For what it's worth, I went up one tire size from stock to 265/75/R16. It fits 100% without any modification, but of course they are heavier than stock so my MPG did go down a bit. I'm glad I did it though. I think it's roughly a 31.6" but actual sizes can vary by brand. My brother in law has the Toyo Open Country in 265/75/R16 also and he likes them a lot.