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Bed Weight and Leaf Springs

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by h2beezy, Sep 1, 2025.

  1. Sep 1, 2025 at 8:47 AM
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    h2beezy

    h2beezy [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Currently on the Icon Rxt at the maxed out setting (Option 3), rated for 400-600 lbs.

    What I have everyday in my bed:
    -ModuDeck Drawer system (single drawer, wooden) (not sure the weight on this, it really doesnt feel too heavy maybe 100-150lbs?)
    -RSI SmartCap (200lbs?)
    -RSI Table and mounting system (25-30 lbs?)
    -A few odds and ends camping gear (maybe another 30 lbs, not much mainly bedding)

    What I plan to add:
    -Smartcap load bars
    -Rooftop Tent (probably iKamper)

    Should I swap out to the Deaver Stage 3 (700-1000lbs)? My RXTs look pretty flat already but I'm definitely not sagging in the rear.

    What do you guys think?

    Thanks.
     
  2. Sep 1, 2025 at 8:58 AM
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    rnish

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    Also look at upgraded bump stops (e.g., Sumo springs, Timbren).

     
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  3. Sep 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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    h2beezy

    h2beezy [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Oh yeah, I got some bumps from accutune on there already
     
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  4. Sep 1, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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    Waynebarkr

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    I have Deaver stage 2 on my 2020 OR with about 400+ lbs of extra weight and I have a 5" lift in the rear as a result. (Also on the rear I have Fox 2.5" shocks w/reservoirs made for Tundra and slightly modified to fit Tacomas. They have a slightly longer plunger rod.) Call Deaver before you buy the stage 3. They are very helpful.
    I think stage 2 will be fine for you.
     
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  5. Sep 3, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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    Saskabush

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    Elka 2.5" DSC w/ Deaver Stage 1, Archive Hammer Hangers, SPC UCAs, Timbren bumps, TRD baja wheels, 265/75r16 Wildpeak AT4W, Greenlane Sliders, Warn slimline bumper, N-Fab spare tire box mount.
    Also look into Archive leaf springs. They are relatively new, but I would say comparable to or even slightly better than Deaver.
     
  6. Sep 3, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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    andrewtheadventurer

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  7. Sep 3, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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    Inyo_man

    Inyo_man Don't piss down my back and tell me it's raining.

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    I would recommend weighing your rig fully laden before purchasing suspension components.
    Estimation will likely get you close, but why not know the weight you're asking the rig to carry...
    In my case (dedicated travel rig), I settled of Deaver stage 3 leaf springs, and I'm very happy with the investment (well worth the money).

    Cheers
     
  8. Sep 3, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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    Veet-88

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    Is yours a dcsb/aclb or dclb?
     

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