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Might install lift kit, recommend other parts to replace?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by vwgtiturbo, Mar 7, 2018.

  1. Mar 7, 2018 at 2:44 PM
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    vwgtiturbo

    vwgtiturbo [OP] Well-Known Member

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    So, I finally decided against buying a new 4WD Taco, and just putting some effort into my '05 PreRunner TRD OR.

    A few years ago, I put 5100s all around (zero lift), and a set of Firestone Ride Rites in the back to compensate for the weak stock leaf springs (pre-recall; never had them replaced). She seems to run a bit stiff, but I can't complain too much; it's a truck.

    Going to OME's website, I went through their suspension selection tool and obtained the part numbers for a 2 inch lift kit (component part numbers, I have no idea of a kit part number, it isn't shown; there are no less than 5 kit part numbers I've seen on various only vendors' websites).

    Anywho, with 150k miles, I'm debating replacing some parts since everything will be apart. I was wondering if there are any parts that make sense to replace during the lift install, even if nothing is apparently wrong with them. I was thinking of doing tie rods and ball joints for giggles, as everything will be apart as it is. Maybe control arm bushings? After everything is back together, I'm hoping to avoid having to pull the suspension apart in the near future.

    I've always done all of my own auto stuff, but this is my first truck (I've had her since she was new), but have never dealt with lift kits, so any insight would be appreciated!
     

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