Rough riding 4x4

I just bought my son this 99 V6er for graduation. I was able to get it for a good price so I dont mind that I am going to have to do a little work to it. I actually like the idea so it will give me a chance to learn the truck better and give my son the chance to learn a bit about mechanics. Overall it isnt in bad shape but the front end is a bit worn out. There is no slack in the tie rods so I am assuming my main issues are in the rack, but I still have some checking to do to find all the issues.
So my question is this, since I will be replacing lots of the front end parts anyway, are there any mods I can do to help it drive better with these big wheels? It has slack but not that much but it is a beast over 50 mph. I know you have to sacrafice ride for big tires but this is beyond that. I have an 06 Taco with 33x12 MTZs and there is no comparison. I plan on replacing ball joints, struts, A arm bushings, tie rods and tie rod ends. Is there anything else I should do while I am there or any upgrades that will improve the way it handles?

 

What size tires is the 99 running and I have a 04 with 33x12.50x15s on them and other than what you named already shouldn't need much more than that.

 

One thing id look at is the Rack bushings. i just replaced the ones on my 02 that run 33s with a higher quality bushing and it made a lot of difference on my truck. my old ones were really bad though. besides that pretty much what you listed. Good luck with the truck! your son will love it!

 

I will have to check, I just baught it yesterday and havent even looked. They are pretty big though at least 33 maybe 35
Thanks Timpall13, I didnt think of those. I am wanting to get it as close back to new condition as I can, or better.

 

Look into energy suspension bushings, or polyurethane ones. Also stop by the Alabama threads. Good looking truck! And welcome.

 

for the A arm or the rack or both? Are there any site sponsors that will have these?
By the way, they are 285 70 18 tires so just over 33 x 11

 

Yes I agree and would probably also replace all the bushings.