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Raising my front end?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by P.Escobar, Jan 14, 2017.

  1. Jan 14, 2017 at 8:58 AM
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    P.Escobar

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    Does anyone know what I can do to raise the front end of my Tacoma? I hate the racing tilt and wouldn't mind it sitting a little higher then the rear. I was thinking a 4inch spindle but idk if I would have to do anything to the rear if I did that. 08 Tacoma trd off road 4x2. Thanks in advance
     
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  2. Jan 14, 2017 at 9:56 AM
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    how much lift are you wanting to achieve?
     
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    Spindles are great those alone you would be front high, if you want to be level you'll need 2 inches added to rear as well
     
  4. Jan 14, 2017 at 10:03 AM
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    Nothing crazy. I just want to bring the front up so it sits a 1 inch or 2 higher then the rear. I guess it's called cali lean. No looking to do coilovers or ucas yet. Unless it's recommended. I'm a newB to Tacoma so any help is much appreciated.
     
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  5. Jan 14, 2017 at 10:08 AM
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    you could put a spacer kit on the front but the ride is not very good. that what I did and left the back stock with firestone air bagsedited_1478582571688.jpg If I you want it done right I would save up and put ucas and coilovers on. I'm doing that next week. I've had the leveling kit on it for about 7 years now
     
  6. Jan 14, 2017 at 10:11 AM
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    If that's the look you want with your prerunner than maxtrac spindles are the way to go, and do nothing in the rear. You can keep stock shocks, easy install. Contact Marie @HeadStrong Off-Road
     
  7. Jan 14, 2017 at 10:13 AM
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    leveling kit.....
     
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  8. Jan 14, 2017 at 10:14 AM
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    I heard if I put a spacer or level kit it would ruin the ride. Would some cst spindles not work?
     
  10. Jan 14, 2017 at 10:16 AM
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    my vote would be for maxtracs
     
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    Perfect
     
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  15. Jan 14, 2017 at 10:45 AM
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    @REDdawn6 why new leafs? Do you mean aal? Toyota just replaced mine under warranty so they are new.
     
  17. Jan 14, 2017 at 10:49 AM
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    Oh nice, yes maybe an AAL for a little bit more height. You can do 4" spindles first, see where you sit and do the back as needed for the stance you want
     
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  18. Jan 14, 2017 at 10:51 AM
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    Leveling kit is a cheap fix. I did one to see if I liked the height. It rode like shit but I liked it and lifted accordingly
     
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  19. Jan 14, 2017 at 10:54 AM
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    Thank you. I just wanted to make sure I didn't have to aal but thanks for all the advice and "pics" from everyone. I'll post back herend when I get it done. Maybe you guys can give me some pointers on whathe tires and wheels to throw on after. Still trying to keep it a highway truck. I just like the look without going crazy. No cash. Haha
     
  20. Jan 14, 2017 at 11:15 AM
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    leveling kit did not change my ride at all.

    Adjustable Bilstien's
     
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