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AALs or overload springs?????

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Nightstriker, May 19, 2020.

  1. May 19, 2020 at 8:13 PM
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    Nightstriker

    Nightstriker [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Hi TW, I own a 2013 Tacoma 2.7L DCSB and I haul alot of weight in my bed frequently and I just think that my Tacoma leaf springs are too soft because it hits the bump stops when over speed bumps. I don't want to change the whole leaf pack, I just want a simple install that will increase the payload capacity. I am looking at the Hellwig 550EZ. Is there any recommendations please let me know... Thanks.
     
  2. May 19, 2020 at 8:56 PM
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    Kolter45

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    I bought a nice used set of 2015 leafs from a guy off Craigslist, less than 40k on them. Then bought a Toytec AAL. Installed some extended brake lines & Toytec Rear Boss Shocks. Wheelers superbumps too. Solid upgrade when put together.

     
  3. May 19, 2020 at 8:59 PM
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    Nightstriker

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    Wow cool setup but I just need something that can allow me to haul more weight but keep the same ride quality when not loaded.
     
  4. May 20, 2020 at 3:39 AM
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    Too Stroked

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    I just installed a set of Air Lift air bags in the back of my 2014 because my rear springs were tired enough that I was getting into the Timbrens I installed years ago on a pretty regular basis. (And yes, the Timbrens were installed to help beef up the OEM rear springs for towing my boat.) With only 7 PSI in the bags, my ride improved dramatically and hitting the Timbrens is a non-issue. It took about an hour to install the set.
     
  5. May 20, 2020 at 5:55 AM
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    Wattapunk

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    Stick with helper springs or air bags for your application. An aal will lift the rear end and will be a stiffer ride with an unloaded bed.
     
  6. May 20, 2020 at 7:54 AM
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    Nightstriker

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    Ok thanks for the info, I will go with the Hellwig
     

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