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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by steelers4582, Sep 2, 2012.

  1. Sep 2, 2012 at 12:12 PM
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    steelers4582

    steelers4582 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Anyone have suggestions for a 2" lift kit. I don't wantto add mmuch height but wanted enough to have a slight noticeable difference. I have a 4 door 2011 TRD sport.
     
  2. Sep 2, 2012 at 12:14 PM
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    08pretaco

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    1.75" bilstein 5100 lift is going to be as close to a 2" without going over. Or any adjustable coilover will get you 2" with the option to adjust later on.
     
  3. Sep 2, 2012 at 1:44 PM
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    Tacobros34

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    6in zone Lift with blistine 2.5 lift adjustable struts, 35" Federal MT 20" ROCKSTARS< K&N DROPIN, DUAL EXHAUST AND 4:88 GEARS SOON TO COME.
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    Go with a 6in you'll love it
     
  4. Sep 2, 2012 at 2:08 PM
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    Blygy

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    I am debating either an Ironman or Old Man Emu lift. Both are out of Australia and lift the vehicle 2 inches or so.
     
  5. Sep 2, 2012 at 2:09 PM
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    650H1

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    5100s set to 2.5 and a 1.5 3 leaf AAL pack on both sides. that's what I have, and love it.
     
  6. Sep 2, 2012 at 5:13 PM
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    steelers4582

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    Do you have to replace the leafs or can you just replace the shocks and struts with 5100s?
     
  7. Sep 2, 2012 at 8:03 PM
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    Good stuff. You won't be disappointed.
     
  8. Sep 2, 2012 at 8:17 PM
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    Banff2007Tacoma

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    I have the Old Man Emu and love it but many on here have the Bilsteins and are happy with that as well. Either one will be good. Good luck.
     
  9. Sep 2, 2012 at 10:41 PM
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    the.sight.picture

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  10. Sep 2, 2012 at 10:58 PM
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    JonnyBb

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    OP, I run a similar 3 leaf AAL and OME 885s coils on the front. 885s will give about 2.5" of lift on your model.
     
  11. Sep 3, 2012 at 5:29 AM
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    I am trying to understand everything I would need to purchase based off of what everyone has said (to achieve a 2-2.5" lift):

    - (4) 5100 Shocks/Struts
    - A 3 Leaf Progressive AAL for the rear

    Do I need to replace the coil springs in the front as well? Thanks everyone for the replies!
     
  12. Sep 3, 2012 at 5:33 AM
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