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Help With New Lift

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TXAggieTRD, Nov 9, 2014.

  1. Nov 9, 2014 at 6:00 PM
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    TXAggieTRD

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    Hey TW, so I'm looking into a bigger lift for the taco. I'm currently riding a 2.5" Pro Comp Spacer in front and a 1" BDS block in rear, and its just not cutting it. I'm wanting about 4" in total lift, but not something that will break the bank. Any input would be much appreciated. Thanks! :D
     
  2. Nov 9, 2014 at 6:08 PM
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    Are you 4wd or 2wd?
     
  3. Nov 9, 2014 at 6:16 PM
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    Not enough
    Says Prerunner...

    OP for a prerunner I think you will find most will suggest spindle lift for 4"
     
  4. Nov 9, 2014 at 6:27 PM
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    Yeah I forgot to mention, I have 16" baja wheels, so spindle lifts are out of the question since they all require 17" wheels
     
  5. Nov 9, 2014 at 6:28 PM
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    MaxTrac 4in lift spindle no doubt!
     
  6. Nov 9, 2014 at 6:29 PM
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    Not trying to hi-jack, but I'm in the same boat, 2.5" leveling kit. Rumor has it there is a 6" from rough country. But I've not found any reviews out there for it yet.
     
  7. Nov 9, 2014 at 6:40 PM
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    Rough it is rides like crap just like spacers crap... OP check out OME lift or maybe some 5100 do some Research on them
     
  8. Nov 9, 2014 at 7:47 PM
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    Okay, so if I decide to go w/ bilsteins, will they add the height on top of my current spacer lift, or will i have to remove my lift and just have the height from the bilsteins?
     
  9. Nov 9, 2014 at 8:19 PM
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    I hate to piss on your parade, but to get 3"+ of lift on these trucks, on a prerunner, is to get a drop bracket lift, or spindles. Spindles being cheaper, and so you say they won't fit with your current wheels. So it's either ditch your current wheels, stick with the lift you have now, get an expensive drop bracket lift, or upgrade in quality and keep the same height you have now/maybe .5" more.
     
  10. Nov 9, 2014 at 8:23 PM
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  11. Nov 9, 2014 at 10:09 PM
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    I have 16s and a spindle lift.

    As long as the backspacing on the rims is less than 4.5in you're good.
     
  12. Nov 10, 2014 at 6:50 AM
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    How Is the steering radios with a spindle lift ?
     
  13. Nov 10, 2014 at 4:57 PM
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    I rub when I back up. And I need like 2 1/2 lanes to u turn.

    Who cares tho, truck looks badass
     
  14. Nov 10, 2014 at 7:35 PM
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    Thanks for the info good job on the Build nice Rig :D
     
  15. Nov 11, 2014 at 10:53 AM
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    Do you think the backspacing will still work for mine even though i have a 2nd Gen?
     
  16. Nov 11, 2014 at 11:03 AM
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    Mr Salty

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    Spindles are your best bet for sure, not sure why therse an issue with steering from the other guy :confused:

    Like he said though its all in the back spacing. 4.5" is about the min with 16" wheels. With 17" wheels you can get away with 4.75" BS

    Check this thread out and ask question there is you have not already.
    http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/suspension/203889-maxtrac-spindle-lift-2nd-gen-prerunners.html
     
  17. Nov 11, 2014 at 12:40 PM
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    Yes. I have a 2nd gen as well.

    17s - 4.75in Max
    16s - 4.5in Max
     
  18. Nov 16, 2014 at 7:41 PM
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    Alright cool! Thanks everyone! :cheers:
     

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