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TRD Pro front clearance

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by lnc_larson, Mar 14, 2023.

  1. Mar 14, 2023 at 11:01 AM
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    lnc_larson

    lnc_larson [OP] Embrace the suck!

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    I am no expert by any means. I have a Tacoma TRD Pro. Stock suspension. I put F5 Stealth wheels and 33' tires on it with 1.25"-wheel spacers. I didn't have any rub right away, living in MN there's often an inch of ice buildup on the wheel wells and it rubs some. Is there something I can do to add to the existing pro suspension without ripping the entire thing out for more performance/clearance? Sorry if this is a stupid question. I don't know what I don't know.
     
  2. Mar 14, 2023 at 11:11 AM
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    No need to do anything. The ice build up is normal and the more clearance you have the more ice you'll pack in there.

    It'll melt off due to engine heat and friction from the wheel as you drive. If it gets really bad and isn't breaking down, manual removal is the fix.
     
  3. Mar 14, 2023 at 11:28 AM
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    Find out where it’s rubbing. Still got mud flaps? Try removing the mud flaps.
     
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    Try https://westcottdesigns.net/product/bilstein-trd-pro-lift-kit/ they have a nice kit for Trd pros to add some lift
     
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    A couple threads on here about doing this to a trd pro
     
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    Eibach kit 2017 pro

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    2 - Rear Eibach 1" Lift Blocks (also available separately)
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    You guys are awesome! I was going to ask if a leveling kit would help but this seems to be the way to go. Thanks!
     
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    A simple and inexpensive solution is to add just a half inch top hat shim/spacer between the shock mount and the top of the coil-over. It's barely visible after installation. This thin spacer does not require you to disassemble your coil-over and will give you an one inch lift. It is a 1 to 2 ratio; where the spacer is placed translates into a 2x increase through the geometry of the suspension. The kit even comes with locking nuts. I measured before and after and got an one inch increase measured from the bottom of the front fender. The ad states "1 inch front leveling spacer" but the actual thickness of the spacer is exactly 0.5".

    Any spacer thicker than 0.5" requires more work and longer bolts because there isn't enough exposed thread available for the nut to thread on to. Technically this is a "spacer lift", but a 0.5" spacer is so thin it does not impede ride quality nor does it preload the coil-over. They also come in 0.25" thickness and I think all the way up to 3-4". This alone was the best solution for me looking for only an once inch lift. I also have the Fox Pro OEM coil-overs so it'll work for you. These thin spacers are pretty generic and are compatible for all Taco trim models.
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