05 taco suspension

I've got an 05 tacoma trd sport ext cab. Currently it's sitting on rough country basic 3" spacer lift and 2" block in the back with add a leaf.(it has a slight rake to it) Looking for the best way to upgrade to a full suspension. Possibly just upgrading the front with up to 4" for now. Possibly the best bang for the buck. Any suggestions?!

 

This has been answered so many times on here..

But, are you 4x4? The only real way to get up to 4 inches is to use new spindles on the 2wd models. If your 4x4, everyone seems to run Bilstein's 5100 shocks on all four corners with a pair of new coils up front to gain 3 inches, and a new AAL or full leaf pack in the rear. You will most likely need new UCAs if your going this much in the front. That's probably the most lift you can get for your money, and it will be over $1000.

 

If the truck is a 4x4, 3" is the max for the front before the CV joints start to eat themselves. Even at 3", the boots often wear prematurely.

You'll get a million different responses on what lift you should install. Read as much as you can before making a choice. Look in the suspension threads, especially the lift guide. Your budget and intended uses will dictate what lift you should install.

There's so much information on this site it can make your head spin. That's part of what makes this place great.

 

He's new, sir there's a search feature in the top right corner, you'll find everything you need using that. I am running OME 885coils on bilstein 5100s, and a deaver AAL. I also have new upper control arms (uca). Check out headstrong off-road. Marie is awesome and runs a tight ship. @HeadStrong Off-Road she'll get you everything you need at good prices. The upgrade over spacers will be very noticeable. Good luck!

 

Trucks close to pay off so I'm looking to the start of a 4x4 truck beings it's not my DD anymore. I've looked into the pro comp 3" coils and pro comp 3" front shocks. I'll look into new UCAS for now and go from there. It's a rough ride on the spacers and of course no gained performance. I'll look into some threads. Just new to the site. Thanks for the input

 

Gotcha, since you are 4wd you have alot of choices that fit any price range. As has been mentioned, there is alot of info on this site you just need to search and digest it all to decide exactly what you want out of your truck.

I did a basic "level" kit with putting 5100s up front set at the 1.75 setting. Once my truck is closer to paid off I will be doing a full suspension as well.

Good luck!

 

Pro Comp may not ride any nicer than what you have now. Go for Bilstein or better if at all possible.