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Lifting Your 2nd Gen 5 Lug Guide

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Kavik, Nov 27, 2017.

  1. Nov 27, 2017 at 1:47 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    I am seeing a lot of people asking how to lift your 5 lug and what options are out there. I thought I would start this guide to help answer most of these questions and to make it a source for future reference. Keep in mind I will be updating this with pictures and more extensive write-ups in the near future. Feel free to add input.


    2nd GEN

    How to lift the front:




    Spacer Lift - This is one of the cheapest and controversial ways of lifting the front end. Spacers mount between your strut and strut tower. They come in various sizes but usually the max for our trucks is a 1.5" spacer that gives you 2.75" of Lift. Most companies advertise their respective products as a 2.75" lift so don't be alarmed when the spacers that show up are only 1.5". There is also a true 3" lift sold by various sellers.

    https://youtu.be/7w_Hg8JoKLY

    Available Products:

    Fat Bobs: http://4x4.fatbobsgarage.com/toyota-tacoma-2wd-5-lug-275-front-lift-kit-2005-2017-p7630.aspx

    ReadyLift: https://www.readylift.com/2-75-sst-lift-kit-toyota-tacoma-5-lug-2005-2018.html


    Pro Comp: https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Comp-65660K-Suspension-Tacoma/dp/B005GDZQYQ

    True 3": https://www.ebay.com/itm/Steel-Front-3-Leveling-Lift-Kit-Toyota-Tacoma-5-Lug-2005-2017-2WD/332296074485?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&rmvSB=true

    Notes: You will need a spring compressor to install any front spacer lift. Most local auto stores will rent them out.


    Total Chaos UCAs - The TC UCAs are now a rare find since being discontinued. If you manage to get your hands on this kit you can use these with aftermarket coil-overs to have more of a mid travel setup. Lift will vary.

    Notes: Icon Vehicle Dynamics 58605 2.5" Coilovers 0-2.5" lift are now discontinued so keep that in mind. This was the only coilover to be used with the TC setup. There is no current replacement to this coilover on the market.



    Total Chaos Taquito Long Travel Kit - The holy grail of our 5lug models. At a price tag of $3k this kit will get you 13" where it counts. At this time, this is the farthest you can go without extensive fabrication.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50rwpVi_5rU

    https://offroadwarehouse.com/i-11651862-total-chaos-05-5lug-taquito-long-travel-kit-saw.html



    Photo Credit: stupid hurts.

    American Motorsports LT - Waiting to get more info on this kit.

    Notes: Keep in mind when you go to mid/long travel, you will need extended brake lines.


    How to lift the rear:



    AAL(Add a Leaf) - This requires you to add an overload leaf between the leafs in your leaf pack. There are various AALs out there so lift will vary depending on which you go for.

    Available Products:

    Fat Bobs: http://4x4.fatbobsgarage.com/toyota-tacoma-5-lug-rear-add-a-leaf-lift-kit-2wd-1995-2017-p7921.aspx

    ReadyLift: https://www.readylift.com/2-75-sst-lift-kit-toyota-tacoma-5-lug-2005-2018.html


    Aftermarket Leaf Pack - This will replace your factory leaf pack on your truck.

    Available Products: (Coming Soon)



    Shackle Flip Kits - This will give you roughly 1" of lift and most kits will require you to remove the existing shackle mounts.


    Available Products:

    ArmorTechOffroad: http://www.armortechoffroad.com/2005--2015-Tacoma-Universal-Shackle-Flip-Kit_p_334.html

    Install Write-up:
    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...ma-universal-shackle-flip-kit-install.521459/




    Aftermarket Shackle - These can get you up to 1.25" of lift but can only be used with shackle flip kits.

    Available Products:

    http://www.armortechoffroad.com/05-15-Tacoma-HD-Replacement-Shackle_p_402.html



    What doesn't work on 2nd gen:

    Spindle Lift - These are not currently available for a 2nd gen.

    Rear Blocks - This will not work on our 5 lug trucks since our leafs go under the axle and not over. Putting blocks between the leafs and axle on 5 lug models will result in lowering them.
     
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  2. Nov 27, 2017 at 1:47 PM
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    Kavik

    Kavik [OP] Kavik

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    Lowered: 3 inch drop blocks (Beefed Taco),Satoshi Grill, Morimoto bi-xenon H1 Retrofitted headlights, Flowmaster exhaust, Blue LED interior and exterior, blue LED dome light, Anzo black LED taillights, Hifonics Brutus 1100w Mono Block, Bazooka 300w Amp, LED license plate lights. Lifited: Fat Bob's rear shocks, Fat Bob's 3" spacer and rear AAL, Nitto Terragrapplers, weldertaco wrap around rear tube bumper, TrailWorx Fab tube front bumper
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