Need help deciding - Fox 2.5 DSC or Dobinsons MRA

Originally posted in suspension section. Hopefully it’s ok to post here as well.

I bought a 2019 Tacoma back in August that came with a spacer lift and I've had enough. I have finally narrowed down my choices (I think) between:

Fox 2.5 DSC (front and rear)
All pro leaf's (expedition springs)
Timbren bump stops & U-Bolt Flip
Extended rear brake lines
Already have SPC UCA's Installed

or

Dobinsons MRA (front and rear)
Dobinsons C59-314 coils
Dobinsons 111R leafs
Already have SPC UCA's Installed

Truck details:

- Double Cab Long Bed
- 285/70R17 K02's (load range C)
- Rock Sliders
- Bed rack
- Rooftop Tent (not always on truck)
- Full Skid plates (steel)

Truck use:

M-F commuter with 70-100 miles of unloaded daily driving on mostly highways. Weekend duty consists of accessing dispersed camping spots via rough forest service roads andlight/medium trails 2-3 weekends a month. Usually carry 600-800 lbs. including weight of RTT and rack.


Truck Goals:

- Smoothest ride possible for daily driving (unloaded)
- Ability to adjust suspension when fully loaded for camping trips
- Good leaf springs that wont flatten out and constantly hit bump stops with ease

I can get the fox setup (with All Pro UCA's) for $4,200 shipped and then sell the All Pro UCA's for 500ish, so i'd be around $3,700 with that setup. The Dobinsons setup would be about $2,700 shipped.

I believe the Fox shocks have a larger body and piston compared to the Dobinson's, but the Dobinsons have high speed compression, low speed compression, and rebound adjustments. The Fox DSC's only have high speed and low speed compression adjustment.

Just looking for feedback from anyone who has had experience with both Dobinsons and Fox. I realize that'sprobably unlikely but you never know.

Yes, I have read extensively through the forums on basically every thread I could find already. It seems like I cant go wrong either way but I'm debating if its worth it to spend $1,000 more for the fox setup with less adjustment than the Dobinsons.

Side note: I drove a 3rd gen double cab long bed with King 2.5's w/adjusters on the softest settings and I felt like the ride was too firm. The truck was on 20'' wheels and 33's which I believe were load range E and I don't know what the rear leaf spring setup was.

 

Watching with interest. I'm leaning towards Dobinsons - either way an order will be placed soon. Let me know what you go with.

 

I was hoping this thread would have more action, Oh well. I’m also leaning towards Dobinsons and am probably going to order them within the next couple of days. I believe the springs are on back order though so it might be a while before they arrive.

I’ll definitely let you know and I’ll probably post an install and review thread.

 

Updates? How are the Dobinsons riding?

 

Probably home deciding 4.88 or 5.29

 

FedEx lost my package and is trying to deny my claim. I only received the leaf springs.

Edit: It’s been over a month since I was supposed to receive the delivery.

 

I've used both and prefer the Dobinsons for my use (moderate speed forest access roads).

 

What speings did u use for the dobinson mrr3? It doesnt tell me which ones I would need and on the site it only says lifted coil....i thought thats why no could adjjust the height for ...im afraid id get coils that will lift me and together I'll have a bad ride..any info appreciate

 

@Crikeymike

How much aftermarket weight do you plan on adding? And, where?