suspension and maybe lift

hello,

i got my 22 tacoma a little over a year ago, was stationed in a different state for a little so haven’t had the chance to work on it like i wanted to. took it for service yesterday and they said the rear shocks had small leaks. i was already planning on putting a lift kit on it but that brings me to the question of which one? i want around 2 inches for light off-roading a couple times a year but also good enough to tow a small bow rider boat a few times a year as well. i would like to keep it budget friendly but also something that will last a good amount of time. i also would like to replace the ucas as well. i would like any suggestions for brands or what not. thanks

 

Welcome to TW,

Sorry not going to answer your question directly but check out this thread, @Rock Lobster has a really good answer he just posted.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/either-or.841603/#post-30123285

Then ask Colton @memario1214 what he can do for you.

 

I usually compare lifts to flavors of ice cream. There are lots of them and everyone has their favorite.

It took me a little over a year of reading, learning the concepts, compiling reviews, and even going to talk to people before I settled on my setup. I'm fairly confident that the flavor of ice cream that I bought is my favorite. Others may choose to say "that sounds nice, Ill have the same" or they might want to dig into the world of suspension a little more. Or talk to the expert memario, tell him you like chocolate and you tow trailers, and he'll come back with a recommendation.

It's up to you.

 

That’s a really great way compare and to go about it. Solid advice

 

Welcome.

Budget = welcome to the Bilstein 5100's club

 

Bilstein 6112's up front, Bilstein 5160's in back. Winning.

 

the Tacoma is very capable in the stock form with just better tires unless you are posing