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Best AAL?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by TacoBoone, Sep 1, 2020.

  1. Sep 1, 2020 at 12:50 PM
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    TacoBoone

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    In your opinion what rides better for an AAL im looking at doing an AAL set up for a 1-1.5 inch lift in the rear cause im doing a 2 in the front with the bilstein 8100s. Also to note my leaf bushing are definitely super squeaky so I need to replace those no doubt any reccomendations on good replacements as well!
     
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  2. Sep 1, 2020 at 3:07 PM
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    02Duck

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    I have Wheelers Off-road 1.5". Happy so far. I do have a canopy as well and air bags w craddles.
     
  3. Sep 1, 2020 at 3:09 PM
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    Dc2tacoma

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    None. Get a full leaf pack.
     
  4. Sep 1, 2020 at 3:15 PM
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    Constant load get a leaf pack. I have Deaver 1.5” - 2” AAL I like it no
    Complaints
     
  5. Sep 1, 2020 at 3:28 PM
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    TacoBoone

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    Link ?
     
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  6. Sep 1, 2020 at 3:29 PM
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    Fohu

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    I really love my icon rxt leaf pack comes with an add a leaf and can basically make it light medium or heavy depending on your needs
     
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  7. Sep 1, 2020 at 3:32 PM
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    RNO_TACO

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    All AALs are usually pretty good. Can’t really go wrong with any of them. I bought the 2inch wulf AAL on Amazon for like 60 dollars. Zero Complaints, no noises and not as stiff as I thought it would be but I also run 5160s in the rear which help a lot as well. Hope this helps OP.
     
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  8. Sep 1, 2020 at 4:10 PM
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    71tattooguy

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    rlx02

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    AALs are fine if you are not running a constant load. I have the icons and have no complaints.
     
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  10. Sep 1, 2020 at 4:29 PM
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    If you don't want to spend on the leaf pack, a good middle option would be a 3-leaf Progressive AAL. More expensive, and not as strong as a single leaf, but gives a smoother ride, especially if you don't have constant load in the bed.

    I have the Wheeler's Single AAL, and I'm strongly considering changing to a Progressive AAL, to get a smoother ride, since I don't usually have any weight in the bed.
     
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    I just put in a Supreme Suspension 1.5-2” AAL with a 2” lift in the front as well. No complaints so far. I’ve only had the lift installed for a week, but I’ve been putting it through its paces. My setup does maintain a lot of the factory rake though.

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  12. Sep 1, 2020 at 9:12 PM
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    I put in a Torch AAL last Tuesday. Supposed to give 1.5"-2" of lift. However it gave me a full 3" o_O

    I combined that with OME 886' front coils. Initially in front I was 36" and rear 37.5" fromthe ground to the bottom of the wheel wells on 265/70/17. At first the lift gave 3" both front and rear.. I drove it for a week to let it settle then measured again and the rear was still 39" and the front 38.25"

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  13. Jan 26, 2021 at 4:56 PM
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    Did you make the change? Im currently researching what to go with also. I like a comfy ride but i also do a fair bit of towing which leans me a little to the single leaf
     
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    I have the HS 3 Leaf AAL, but don't tow anything. If I had any tongue weight on a regular basis I would just go with a complete leaf pack replacement or air bags... No, probably just the leaf pack replacement.
     
  15. Jan 26, 2021 at 5:02 PM
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    No i haven't done it yet. Still want to, its just on the list of things for me to spend money on.
     
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    Who makes a decent set of leaf packs for these trucks?
     
  17. Jan 26, 2021 at 5:04 PM
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    How much lift did you get in the back with that?
     
  18. Jan 26, 2021 at 5:05 PM
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    I second this :thumbsup: Leaf Pack more money but long run IMO
     
  19. Jan 26, 2021 at 5:09 PM
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  20. Jan 26, 2021 at 7:01 PM
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    Once settled about 1.25".

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