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Tacoma Lift FAQ/Guide - READ THIS

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Khaos, Jul 10, 2008.

  1. Mar 3, 2014 at 9:10 AM
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    That was yota lover that responded to your post
     
  2. Mar 3, 2014 at 3:54 PM
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    Exactly. Not worth it unless you're running a beefy skid.
     
  3. Mar 4, 2014 at 4:43 PM
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    do I need longer bolts to install a 1/4 in. trim packer spacer on a stock 4x4 dcsb
     
  4. Mar 4, 2014 at 4:44 PM
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  5. Mar 4, 2014 at 4:53 PM
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    I just got 1/4" spacer for my Pre Runner and i have just enough room for it.
     
  6. Mar 5, 2014 at 6:43 AM
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    Figured out my issue going to add 2 inch extension to the 5100s and set at 2.5. Deff do the brake lines and sway bar drop. Forget about the dif drop and skid plate spacers still stuck on brake line extensions any link would be appreciated thanks guys sorry I really didn't know all that was involved even after reading all of these lift post
     
  7. Mar 5, 2014 at 8:20 AM
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    A 2" spacer on top of 5100's set at 2.5? :popcorn:


    No offense, but that is not a good idea.
     
  8. Mar 5, 2014 at 4:35 PM
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    x2 this would be a TERRIBLE idea, I suggest re-reading this thread
     
  9. Mar 6, 2014 at 6:05 AM
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    No not a spacer its an extension for The struts piston
     
  10. Mar 6, 2014 at 6:24 AM
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    Can some one just tell me if I.need to extend the brake lines at 2.5 with aal and what they recommend thanks
     
  11. Mar 6, 2014 at 6:58 AM
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    Most people will say it doesn't matter for that little bit of a lift, but I did mine. I changed them out to steel braided lines from crown performance. I got front and back for a bout $160 shipped. You can get them from 0 to 7 inches over stock and they come is different colors for no extra charge.
     
  12. Mar 6, 2014 at 7:02 AM
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    No, no, no, no. When someone from NJ is about to do something extremely stupid, you talk them into taking pictures and wait for the disaster to happen.
     
  13. Mar 6, 2014 at 7:03 AM
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    OCTaco, $103 shipped.
     
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    Thanks guys can any one provide a link to the right extension kit.for Me I can't find them thanks
     
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    A very good wright up. Because from my on experinces. I believe in the kiss system.and for those that do not know,keep it simple stupid.all the best.
     
  17. Mar 28, 2014 at 5:23 PM
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    Im looking at the Toytech Ultimate lift Kit for my 2008 TRD Sport DC, LB with tow package. Im looking at getting Bilstein 5100's, the UCA's too and a Dakar leaf pack so I can get the full 3" lift. Does this sound about right anything missing other than the rubber ? However the dealer I'm buying through recommended the Boss upgrade for an additional $160, is this just an up sell or are boss a better brand? The boss upgrade on toytech website sound pretty badass.
     
  18. Mar 28, 2014 at 5:59 PM
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    I think you should call toytec and ask, they are really great guys, they will explain the difference between them and not try to up sell the boss.
     
  19. Apr 11, 2014 at 9:30 AM
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    Sorry I had so many questions took allot of reading up to figure out my dilemma went with 3/8 toy tec top plate spacer setting at 1.75 got new top plate and stem bushings running stock springs going to end up at 2.5 but maintain enough down travel to avoid running like a tank when they bottom out other wise keeping stock rims for the moment 265 75 16 Cooper atp lre. 1.25 hub centric spacers all four... aal in back got oc taco to make me 3 inch extended lines showed up next day..3 inch fox shocks rear..putting new pads and shoes in while it's apart have carrier bearing drop sway bar relocation and skid/transfer drop if needed. Anything vital I'm forgetting.. Thanks allot guys sorry to thread Jack happening this weekend hopefully. Grabbed extra u bolts to and lug lock kit because of my area... Thanks guys
     
  20. May 9, 2014 at 6:54 AM
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    okay, i have read this hole thread and i have a question about the 5100s. this thread is telling me that they only offer a 1" down travel because they are already a maxed out strut. Im not looking for a 3 in lift, maybe around 1.5 or 2 just so i can add more weight and keep it at factory height. If i only put them at around 1 or 20 in of lift, does that allow it to have another inch or two of down travel? Alos, if i only raise it up 2 inches max, will still need new UCAs to have proper alignment?

    one more question. how much down travel do the stock shocks have and how much would i need for a comfortable ride?

    thx for any help yall can offer. love the thread.

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