First Post after lurking for years - 2000 Xtra Cab 4 cyl 5 spd

Hi,
This is my Tacoma loaded for my drive from Mukilteo, WA to Rockwall, TX in 2022. Had heavy floor jack on rack on front "Warn" hitch (I installed), 10 ft boat on top, 4 bikes on back rack (hitch installed purchased from Craigslist) and a lot of tools and misc. in bed. It was a slow trip up the hills and white nuckle when windy. Driveway is sloped but rear springs were pretty much flat. Next pic is in my garage in TX after new Bilstein 5100 shocks and Alcan Springs (installed at Goode's Offroad where they also did carrier bearing and Lower Ball Joints.) I have about 1-1/2" rake now from the Alcan's so wondering if I should raise front shocks one or two positions? Third pic is new "TYC" CAPA headlights from "RockAuto" and also did "Headlight Services" wiring upgrade (relays) to use higher wattage Osram bulbs. Next need tires since these are from 2011 so might be nearing their useful life. Also considering 4 post lift for more garage space....anyone in Dallas area have a recommendation for lift and installer? Thanks for reading my "book."

 

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