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Tacoma Lift FAQ/Guide - READ THIS

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Khaos, Jul 10, 2008.

  1. Sep 13, 2018 at 8:04 PM
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    Look at wheelers offroad or Head strong offroad , You would probably like the OME KITS , They range anywhere from $989.00 to
    $1700.00 and will give you 2" of lift.Email Marie at Head strong and she will answer any questions or concerns you may have.
     
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  2. Sep 13, 2018 at 8:08 PM
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    Mine ended up being an alignment issue.
     
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  3. Sep 14, 2018 at 5:46 AM
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    Well that makes it easy!
     
  4. Sep 28, 2018 at 12:14 PM
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    Anyone have pics or running replacement coilovers with 265s? Too busy to rebuild the coilovers I have going on, and have been toying with putting 265s on and then installing the coilovers with less preload so it doesn't look goofy with too much ride height on 265s.

    I know the standard is 285s and Ive had that set up on a previous tacoma. Starting to like the look of stock with 265 all terrains, am I getting old?
     
  5. Sep 28, 2018 at 2:23 PM
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    Originally I was going to PM this to Marie @HeadStrong Off-Road , but thought it couldn’t hurt to ask everyone here too. I have a 2016 Tacoma TRD Off road DCSB. I would like to add 1.5” or 2” of lift for off-roading purposes. I am not really concerned with looks and while I like the looks of a lifted truck, it isn’t my reason for lifting. I am not looking at spacer lifts and leveling kits. I do not plan on doing much off-roading where that is the sole purpose of the trip, but I’d like to have ability to go a few times a year, and not worry the rest of the time when I am off road during hunting and camping trips. I am still 50/50 if I want to lift, or simply want to go with 255/85s, but the answers to these questions will help me in my decision.

    I have never lifted a truck before and I have a lot to learn. I have learned a ton on TW already and have received so much help already, especially from @oscolivar1 ! I am getting closer to a decision, and have a few more clarifying questions. I decided to post this here rather than start a new thread, I hope that is okay. I am hoping that those of you with experience can answer my questions:

    • Right now my truck is stock. In the next few months I am going to be adding some skid plates underneath, regardless of any decision on lifting or not lifting. The total weight for these skids would be less than 200 pounds (thinking going with Mobtown skids). Assuming I leave my suspension stock, this added weight doesn’t justify stronger coils, right? It’s not like the weight is up front, and it isn’t any more weight than having another full size man in the passenger seat.
    • I have narrowed my search down to the three kits:
    • My biggest concern is long term reliability, and running into issues later on. In your experiences are there any adverse effects on components such as the CV joints or other related parts? I don’t mind putting work and money into the truck to get it lifted and address any issues ahead of time. But this is my daily driver and I would prefer to not always be diagnosing and fixing problems as they arise.
    • Should I replace the CV axle bearing? It’s cheap enough for the part, but labor seems like something I can’t do on my own, while I am confident I can install the other lift components on my own.
    • Would it benefit me to install UCAs at the time of my lift?
      • I would like to avoid the cost, but I would like to avoid alignment issues moreso. Also, I do live in NY where there is a lot of salt on the roads in winter. I know some have mentioned some brands don’t hold up well with salt. Could you point me towards a brand that is better suited to this climate should I need to add the UCAs?
    • What is the overload leaf? I have heard different opinions about taking it out or leaving it on. I would like to maintain the factory rake.
    • Am I going to need longer brake lines with any of these kits?
    • What impact does the lift alone with stock tires have on MPG? Obviously it isn’t going to make it any better, but how much of a noticeable impact would it have? I know that most who lift add bigger tires, but I’d like to just know for comparisons sake.
    • What is the largest tire size I could reasonably expect to fit without any trimming with any of these lifts? I was looking at 285/75/16 or 255/85/16. I know each case is different but I am looking for generalizations.
      • I don’t want to regear anything. Would I have to with either of these tire sizes?
    I do realize there are a lot of questions here, and many have been discussed before, but its been hard sifting through various conflicting issues on a lot of things.

    Thanks so much to this community for all the help and education so far!
     
  6. Oct 2, 2018 at 12:57 AM
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    No dumb questions, just stupid answers. 1/4" is for the infamous Taco-Lean, but stacking spacers is not a good idea, actually spacers period is not a good idea but if you're all show & no go (mall-crawler) then spacers is the least expensive route.
     
  7. Oct 2, 2018 at 8:52 PM
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    Okay so I have a question for you guys, I have a 2009 Toyota Tacoma 4x4 trd. I have a pro comp stage 2 but I need more height to clear my 35’s. Can I run bilstien 5100’s with 3” cool springs and my pro comp spacer to get me to like 8.5-9.5” up front? Over the way less affordable but a lot better king, Fox, icon coilover etc. option
     
  8. Oct 3, 2018 at 5:36 AM
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    You want 9" of lift to clear 35s? I clear my 35s with 2.5". You're doing something wrong lol.
     
  9. Oct 3, 2018 at 6:30 AM
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    I have 14 wides with -63 offset

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  10. Oct 3, 2018 at 7:46 AM
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    la0d0g

    la0d0g Its 4 o’clock somewhere

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    Like I said :p
     
  11. Oct 3, 2018 at 10:08 AM
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    Alright I got you but can I achieve that ride height with those components?
     
  12. Oct 3, 2018 at 10:15 AM
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    la0d0g

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    Just giving ya shit! I don't know. I'm not familiar with pairing those together. Hopefully someone else can help you out.
     
  13. Oct 6, 2018 at 10:12 AM
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    So how much actual lift do you get with a 1” block in the rear ?
     
  14. Oct 16, 2018 at 12:32 PM
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    I'm finally looking at lifting my truck a tad. i'm going to do a 1.5" AAL in the rear, have a couple of questions:
    1. Are shims necessary for a small lift like this?
    2. What length U bolts would work for this 1.5" AAL? I do plan on keeping my factory OL leaf in.
    3. Will 5100s be sufficient for the rear for a 1.5" AAL?
     
  15. Dec 10, 2018 at 1:28 PM
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    I’m not trying to beat a dead horse here but I keep hearing all kinds of different opinions. I was sold a lot with 5100a in all four corners with OME887s up front and Dakars in the rear.

    What clip setting should I use in conjunction with the Dakars to keep a fairly level look. I’m trying to achieve 2.5-3 inches of lift. UCAs will come sooner than later but not quite yet.
     
  16. Dec 11, 2018 at 11:19 AM
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    Max out the 5100’s with the top setting for a 2.5” lift .
     
  17. Dec 11, 2018 at 11:21 AM
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    The Dakar’s are a 2” lift right ?
     
  18. Dec 11, 2018 at 8:52 PM
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    la0d0g

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    You set them at 0 and let the springs do the lifting.
     
  19. Dec 11, 2018 at 9:11 PM
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    Yep that’s a good idea too .
     
  20. Dec 11, 2018 at 9:14 PM
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    I would personally go with the 3” toytec’s in the front . The ride quality is great !
     

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