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Falcon Shocks for Tacoma by TeraFlex - new suspension options for 2016+

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by tow-coma, Feb 1, 2018.

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  1. Aug 17, 2018 at 9:38 PM
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    I know Ben and work with him regularly which is often why he will recommend a 2.5 coilovers in the front and a less expensive Bilstein in the rear.

    If you watch his videos he says the same thing. Remote reservoir shocks allow for greatier oil capacity that seperates the nitrogen and ultimately provides enhanced cooling.

    http://www.fourwheeler.com/how-to/suspension-brakes/129-0802-remote-reservoir-shocks/

    https://www.superiorengineering.com.au/remote-reservoir-shock-absorbers-explained

    https://www.4wheelparts.com/off-road/shocks-shock-absorbers.aspx

    Common knowledge
     
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  2. Aug 17, 2018 at 9:56 PM
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    I took your language of 'cooling' to mean heat disappation... not the ability to avoid heating up.

    I guess the other argument is anecdotal and will depend if the user has removed the sway bar.
     
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  3. Aug 17, 2018 at 10:28 PM
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    ...stuff

    Truth bomb.
     
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  4. Aug 28, 2018 at 8:07 PM
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    So now that you've been driving on the Falcon's for a month, what are your impressions? Have you taken it off road and if so what kind of terrain? Washboard, etc.? Any regrets you didn't with something else?
     
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  5. Sep 5, 2018 at 6:30 PM
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    33” is relative to width. 255/80 r17 and 255/85 r16 fit ALOT easier with little lift than 285 width in 33”
     
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  6. Sep 5, 2018 at 6:32 PM
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    Yah...but, those nitrogen bubbles don’t really occur in typical “trail-riding”, they occur when you are doing fast bumpy shit, like washboard roads at 50+mph.

    Which is why a OME lift is a GREAT option for the average camper joe or trail riding Charlie. If you race trophy trucks you need resevoirs
     
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  7. Sep 6, 2018 at 6:24 AM
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    Comparing these for the cost, seems like they’re a much better value than the TRD Pro setup where dealers charge 3k for
     
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  8. Sep 6, 2018 at 8:39 AM
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    That was my thought, exactly. I just have to save up so that when my shocks die I can make the switch over.
     
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  9. Sep 6, 2018 at 8:51 AM
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    Isn't this a better option than these Falcons?

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GUOU9S...olid=2EEPPB3IKJ7O4&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

    OR
    (Higher End Versions)
    $1,618 Fox Racing 880-02-376 Rear Coilover Shock Absorbers Fits Toyota Tacoma
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PWXIY6...olid=2EEPPB3IKJ7O4&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
    with
    https://www.autoanything.com/suspension-systems/61A7754A0A0.aspx

    I ended up contacting Fox about all of these shocks and they said they will fit on stock suspension components.... No need for any blocks/UCAs/LCAs or anything as long as you do not get the extended travel versions. So couldn't you just get these?
     
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  10. Sep 6, 2018 at 10:42 PM
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    :rofl::rofl::rofl:
     
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  11. Sep 6, 2018 at 10:52 PM
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    you and me both brother. Confused as FUCK. I thought I had a shopping list made out, now I don't know how i feel about it all. I primarily wrench on old cars. I've built model a roadsters, 50's customs, etc and its so fucking easy working on old iron compared to modern shit. Jeeezus
     
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  12. Sep 7, 2018 at 2:20 PM
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    I recently installed my falcon shocks and used the top notch on the front and added a 1” rear block on the rear. I bought some trd pro wheels 17 and i just was wondering if anyone knows whats the biggest tire i can used. I was wondering if i can used 275/70 R17 tires
     
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  13. Sep 8, 2018 at 8:01 AM
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    How your first option is in this price range. The second two are nowhere close.
     
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  14. Sep 8, 2018 at 9:05 AM
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    Joe's Jeep Jungle sells a ton of these. Almost ever newly lifted jeep I see are running these or Kings... I've heard nothing but good things about them. I recently transitioned from a Jeep to a Taco. I like it, but miss the Jeep...
    Falcons are a better quality shock then the Fox. My local Toyota dealer sells/installs the Fox setup. After a yr of life in the salt belt, the finish on them starts to pit.
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  15. Sep 8, 2018 at 2:12 PM
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    Can one lift a truck with out new leafs,spacers or blocks? Sure the front coilovers can lift the front, but I am not sure that new rear shocks on their own can lift a truck.
     
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  16. Sep 8, 2018 at 2:58 PM
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    Nope...
     
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  17. Sep 15, 2018 at 10:17 PM
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    Did anyone install these with the TRD Off Road springs or just the normal stock Taco springs?
     
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  18. Sep 16, 2018 at 7:58 AM
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    My truck is a trd off road and i used the stock springs, set the front on the top notch and added an one inch rear block on the rear
     
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    2C65D34F-7D7E-4E2B-9145-9B89835E3125.jpg
     
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  20. Sep 16, 2018 at 8:31 AM
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    I’m with you brother. Came from a JKU to my Tacoma. It took me a long time and a lot more money than my Jeep to get it dialed in right. Definitely more complicated. PM if I can help the confusion any.
     
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