??? for the suspension pros before I purchase

Your MPG will drop rolling bigger tires. Just the nature of the beast. No need to go to an 18" wheel unless you really want to.

I had 16" with 285's on my last truck.

 

I started reading more up on the 285s with our Tacoma's. My truck is still my daily driver and more of a every other weekend warrior. I know the 285s look better, but I really don't want to sacrifice anymore mpg loss then I have too. Not to mention the loss of uphill power without re-gearing. I'm gonna go with 265s this go around and see how it works out. Duratrac 285s only come in D (8 ply) rating and I want the E (10 ply) of the 265.

 

I am keeping my 265s even with the icon suspension. I think it looks fine

 

What's the general feeling on the carrier barring drop and extended brake lines with a suspension lift? Didn't see anyone say anything about those. And particular brand better?

 

I've got the same question. About the carrier barring drop

 

Do you have any vibration issues with your icon lift? Did you install a diff drop or extended brake lines? I found this for vibration.

http://stores.streetacos.com/-strse-1/carrier-bearing-driveshaft-vibration/Detail.bok

 

I did not install a diff drop, as I have read they are pointless on the 2nd Gens. My CV angles are good. No extended brake lines; I called Icon and asked about this and they said they developed their kits to use the factory brake lines.

I've got a small (very slight) vibration in the pedal when I am speeding up. But no violent shaking

 

Sounds good. I didn't know if I needed to buy anything else. I found a place that will install it for $350 + $99 for alignment. I'll try to get it done on Saturday.

 

Installed. Win.

 

mmmm looks purdy! Enjoying your ride?

~M