Leveling kit experience vs lift

Hey guys I think I made up my mind on just leveling out my truck with a 2” RC leveling kit instead of spending so much on a lift since I’m doing it just for looks no off roading..

can I just install the leveling kit by itself without having to do anything else or do I need after market control arms etc??? I know I might have to align it but am I missing something…

What are the pros and cons of a leveling kit over a lift ?

Can you share your experience and set up if you have used a leveling kit before ?

thanks

 

You should be fine without a UCA swap. As far as doing more depends on you (nothing required, you already know you need an alignment). I have a severe case of "while I in there".

Leveling kit is sales people talk for a specific type of a lift.

 

Do you regularly tow/haul? It is my understanding that rake helps in those cases so that you aren't doing a carolina squat and pointing your front end up toward the sky while pulling weight.

 

No I don’t regularly tow or haul I kinda like the Carolina squat just a little bit lol .. I want the front to be raised just a little bit higher than the rear

 

$35 Nilight 2.5''Leveling Lift Kits for 2005-2023 Tacoma/2003-2023 4Runner/2007-2015 FJ Cruiser 2WD 4WD 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPP99ZJQ

Had any one heard if this Brand
It’s called “Nilight” the leveling kit is “2.5

 

Clapped out on spacers heck yea

 

wym lol

 

Squatting A 2nd Gen | Tacoma World

 

Nah I don’t wanna lift I just wanna add a leveling kit .. If I add a “2 or “2.5 I’m it’ll look slightly lifted in the front

 

im just messing with you. I believe they call it “bro lean”, when you are nose high. Just put spacers in the front. If it’s too much, put some in the rear too. It’s a non functional lift for mostly looks. I’ve never done it but have heard reports of decreased ride quality.

What is the condition of your current suspension? I took mine to 145k and it was time to replace, therefore I just went full suspension lift. If yours is worn, you may consider saving for a new suspension, and achieve the 2” in the front that way.

And also, I may be wrong, but I think 2” would put you ~1” higher in the front than the rear. Again depending on the shape of your current suspension, your rear leafs may be sagged, and you may sit higher than expected up front

 

my truck has 78k miles currently so I don’t really think the suspension is too worn also I wouldn’t even know how to tell to be honest… but I definitely wanna sit higher in the front should I go for the “2.5 or 2” spacer to achieve this ?

 

I believe most leveling kits are a 2/1 meaning 2” up front and 1” rear to achieve a leveled stance. I would assume that 2” in the front would make you sit higher in the front.

 

The turd gen, at least, has a 1" factory rake.
Adding 2.5" will leave you 1.5" higher in the front.
Unless o.p adds an aal or a 1.5" rear block.

 

I have some 2.5" front blocks and 1.5" rear blocks that I'm not using anymore.

https://www.extremeterrain.com/mammoth-tacoma-25-in-front-leveling-kit-tt6067.html

Supreme Suspensions - 1.5" Rear...

Supreme Suspensions - 1.5" Rear Leveling Kit For 2005-2023 Tacoma and 2007-2021 Tundra 2WD/4WD - High-Strength Steel Lift Blocks with Square Bend U-Bolts Rear Lift Kit

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IMOM1JE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

 

I purchased this kit back in Jan 23. Was very satisfied with it

$125 TORCH 2" Front 1" Rear Lift Kit for 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma 4X4 4WD w Differential Drop TRD SR5 - Models with 6 Lug Wheel Bolt Pattern ONLY

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SBQ5CWZ?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

 

I've got 2.5 spacers front with a 2inch add a leaf rear and I've never had an issue, slightly larger tires.

 

Has any one heard of this brand called “Nilight”

Thinking about purchasing this 2.5 inch spacer kit:
https://a.co/d/e5auD1W

Thanks

 

I have a 2nd gen so I’m guessing 2.5 spacers might be enough for me to sit just a bit higher in the front.. would you guys recommend me to get after market control arms as well

 

Spacers sound fine for your expectations. Like others have said.. you're going to have a Carolina Squat (Bro Lean) if you merely add 2" to the front.

If you're not off-roading are hauling heavy items then the inexpensive spacer/block kit for front and rear posted above is probably a decent fit.

 

So just by adding the “2 RC SPACER I’ll be more raised in the front than the rear ?