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Shock relocation?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Chief_Reign, May 11, 2020.

  1. May 11, 2020 at 11:50 AM
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    Chief_Reign

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    I am looking to upgrade my rear shocks to king 2.5 12'. I am wondering if I have to use the relocation kit to fit them or if I would be ok to do it without it.
     
  2. May 11, 2020 at 11:52 AM
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  3. May 11, 2020 at 11:53 AM
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    What hasn't been modified?
    I recommend bamf’s relocation kit.
     
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  4. May 11, 2020 at 12:00 PM
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    The reason I recommend AG is the BAMF was designed with a 2.0 shock in mind. It's a super tight squeeze with a 2.5. Plus they're a bit longer than their 2.0 counterpart so you lose a little up travel. The AG holds the top of the shock higher up, which also allows the lower shock mount to be tucked up more. It also bolts to the bed at the top for added rigidity.


    edit: I have the bamf relocate, it's fine. I just think the AG will be better suited to your needs.

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  5. May 11, 2020 at 12:02 PM
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    What hasn't been modified?
    Ah. Then let’s split the difference and go custom mounts to stuff 14” under the bed lol
     
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  6. May 11, 2020 at 12:03 PM
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    You can run a 14" with the AG mounts too :anonymous:

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  7. May 11, 2020 at 1:26 PM
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    Do you have the smoothie rear shocks?
     
  8. May 11, 2020 at 1:30 PM
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    I have 2.0x12" smoothies in a bamf relocate. That picture is my friends truck which is 2.5x14" smoothies in an AG relocate.
     
  9. May 11, 2020 at 1:31 PM
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    Sorry for reviving this thread, but how low does the bottom shock mount hang under the axle with the 14”?
     
  12. Mar 29, 2022 at 4:33 PM
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    It’s comparable to stock lower shock mounts. 12” shocks put you about horizontal.
     

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