Lift components question

I’m looking into putting a mild lift on my 22 TRD OR, and upping tires to 265/75/16. I do some maybe moderate Colorado offroading and not looking to go overkill. Stopped by a 4x4 shop (Runnin 4 Tacos) today to discuss, they suggested fox 2.0, replacing UCAs and an add a leaf. Does this sound like a good option? Is the UCA replacement necessary?

 

I was also looking at the Fox 2.0 or the OME... I don't know if the UCA replacement is necessary but might make sense since you are already getting work done on the suspension.

Curious what R4T quoted you for all that? I am pushing my load capacity as it is with the camper and everything in it so need to upgrade from the stock 21 TRD OR setup

 

The UCA arm isn't always necessary. The general consensus is that going beyond 2" it can be helpful to get back into proper alignment. It seems below that you can be just fine sticking with the stock UCA. I am in the final stages of finishing up my style install of 285/75R17's and I'm only leveling the front with 2.0 Foxes and it looks like I will be sticking with the factory UCA, about 1" of front lift, and selling the aftermarket ones I bought in case I did need them.

 

Moderate off roading? Bilstein 5100s are bigger better shocks than the OEM shocks and will give you up to 2" of lift, at a much cheaper price than the Fox's

265/75/16 Duratracs for the win.

Good luck

 

Yeah that would work. You likely don't need new UCA's. You can always add them later if need be. Worst case scenario is that your alignment specs aren't great and you would need to pay for another alignment after adding the UCAs.

If you can afford it, spring for the adjustable remote resi Fox 2.0. The adjustable compression is super helpful to get the shocks dialed in for the specific situation you are in. You can go softer for driving around town and then stiffen them up a bit for when you are hitting bumpier terrain. Also I would talk to shops like @AccuTune Offroad who can do custom valving on the shocks to suit your specific needs. Custom valving honestly makes all the difference. Moreso than what brand or model of shock you go with.

The AAL will give you a bit more lift in the rear. But they almost always increase the spring rate which will make the rear firmer. If you can afford it, get a new leaf pack instead. Just stay away blocks as they cause axel wrap.

 

About $2k for all components and install, minus tires.

 

LoL! No. You can go much simpler and not replace the UCAs if you keep it reasonable.

Check in with @memario1214 / HotshotOffroad.com for more realistic advice to match your needs.

 

Based on that price tag, I would be careful. Likely 2.0 IFP shocks front and rear. Cheap, not something we would service or tune. Ok upgrade for someone mostly looking for lift height and not performance. If thats what you are after, its a good option. Curious what UCA they have on that quote.

Needing an UCA can be argued for hours and really comes down to your specific setup and needs. Some can get away with a decent alignment with stock UCA and some cant. In general, like mentioned above, 2" or more would need an UCA. This is for alignment but also shock travel. The extended travel coilovers need an UCA due to their longer extended length. Stock UCA will usually hit the control arm and do some other funky stuff. UCA can also be helpful fitting larger than stock tires.

New helpful articles:
https://accutuneoffroad.com/ifs-upper-control-arm-101/
https://accutuneoffroad.com/tacoma-4runner-wheel-alignment/

 

Thanks for the advice guys, I’m a noob when it comes to mechanical stuff. I just like to drive lol. They sent over 3 options, fox 2.0, eibach stage 2, and bilstein stage 3, all close to $2k with SPC UCAs and an add a leaf. I misspoke earlier, install will be an extra $600. They mentioned bilstein 5100s are hard to find or a really long lead time.