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Icon aal...too overload or not is the question

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Tigers89, Feb 24, 2017.

  1. Feb 24, 2017 at 11:30 AM
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    Tigers89

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    Getting the icon stage 2 lift w/ 700lb extended travel coilovers and ucas installed today. Icon says the aal gives 1.5 of lift and they recommend to remove the overload. The overload adds a little more lift they say if you keep it in. With the coilovers cranked to the maximum of 1.13 inch of thread showing can it still be level? What are the pros and cons of leaving it in?

    I've heard it's better for towing if you leave the overload in, but worse on ride quality. I also went with the 700lbs springs because I will be putting a bumper and winch on the front
     
  2. Feb 24, 2017 at 11:44 AM
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    smitty99

    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

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    You answered your own question. If you plan to tow often or carry heavier load in bed often, put the overload in. If not then leave it out unless you want the rear end to bounce like a covered wagon. Not much debate to be had here.
     
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  3. Feb 24, 2017 at 11:59 AM
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    Can the truck be leveled with the overload in though?
     
  4. Feb 24, 2017 at 12:05 PM
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    smitty99 I also bought a 4Runner

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    Hard to say. Too many factors involved like how much will the winch and bumper actually weigh. I wouldn't max out the coilovers for starters.
     

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