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Eibach Lift - Strut Spacer Question

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Schlick-77, Aug 4, 2022.

  1. Aug 4, 2022 at 7:25 AM
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    Schlick-77

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    After doing lots of reading, I figured I'd ask the question.

    Parts Ordered:
    • Eibach Stage One Lift (Eibach-E80-82-069-01-22).
    • 2022 Toyota Tacoma Icon Suspension 1.5 Inch Lift Rear Expansion Pack (51100)
    • 265/75/r16 Wildpeaks - SL rating (had the E rated on my JK, and love these tires)

    Truck:
    • 22 SR5 DC LB (on order)

    With this setup, do I need the 1/4" spacer to account for Taco Lean on an SR5? If so, is it just for the front, or do you need them for the back too (sorry, total newb here)? I've read each truck is slightly different and haven't seen anyone from the SR5 trim posting about this specific lift - hence the question.

    Being from Canada (land of better bacon and stronger beer - joking, just having some fun), I wanted to ask if the following spacer would suffice (anyone have experience with it)?

    AMAZON.CA
    $22 MotoFab Lifts Taco-lean 1/2" Front Lean Spacer Leveling Kit Compatible with Toyota Tacoma Uneven Taco lean
    MotoFab Lifts Taco-lean 1/2 inch Front Lean Spacer Leveling Kit Compatible with Toyota Tacoma Uneven Taco lean
    • Reviews on this item say it nets 1/4 in actual fact. ​
     
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  2. Aug 4, 2022 at 7:39 AM
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    Hello, I am running a similar set up. Do you plan on getting new upper control arms as well?

    The lean spacer is not needed. The lean won't be noticeable IMO. They are used in the front only.
     
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  3. Aug 4, 2022 at 7:43 AM
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    I've asked 3 shops. One said I should do the UCA's, while the others didn't know. That said, many on this forum say it isn't required with a 2" front lift, so I'm opting to save the expense (approx. $1000 extra for me here in the great white north - parts and labour).
     
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  4. Aug 4, 2022 at 7:45 AM
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    You won't need UCA with only a 2 inch lift and that tire size. I run that same size lift and tires on my second gen. No issues or rubbing.

    The lean spacer is for the front only. You really don't need it.
     
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  5. Aug 4, 2022 at 7:48 AM
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    FourFourOne - Thanks for the quick help bud. Much appreciated.

    If anyone has pics of that setup... Would love to see some (i know, lots on the forum already - but who doesn't like to show off their taco) :) I have a Celestial Silver on order and it just got pushed another month GROAN. Traded in my JK, so my thumb is getting a good workout.
     
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  6. Aug 4, 2022 at 8:37 AM
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    I would do the 1/4" spacer on the driver's side front. Nothing is needed for the rear.

    UPC are not needed for 2" in the front. You caster numbers will be lower but still enough to drive straight and not feel the wandering effect.
     
    JFriday1, Aug 4, 2022
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