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Leveling Kit Installed

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by SPComa, Mar 25, 2014.

  1. Mar 25, 2014 at 3:32 PM
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    SPComa

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    Just got Daystar front leveling kit installed. No change in rear suspension.
    Took to local shop for installation and alignment. Total bill was $150.00
    Rides good and looks better with complete leveling now.

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  2. Mar 25, 2014 at 5:03 PM
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    Congrats! Did the $150 include the kit?
     
  3. Mar 25, 2014 at 7:27 PM
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    Got any more info on the kit you used?
     
  4. Mar 26, 2014 at 6:25 AM
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    I got Daystar Tac2.0T. And I think I paid about $75including shipping.

    $150 was for two front lift installation and alignment.
    Steering feels a little tighter, but it actually feels better. No change in ride condition. Now, I will be looking at to put a little larger tire. Not too much bigger.
     
  5. Mar 26, 2014 at 9:11 AM
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    Good price for the install. How much did it raise your front end ? Nice color always been a fan of the speedway blue.
     
  6. Mar 26, 2014 at 12:12 PM
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    front was 1.5" lower than rear prior to leveling kit installation. it is even match now. Looking at putting 295 70/17. talking with tire house.
     
  7. Mar 26, 2014 at 1:18 PM
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    That tire size is going to rub like a MF'er.
     
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    Hey where did you order those? I can only find the poly spacers by Daystar.
     
  9. Mar 26, 2014 at 2:17 PM
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    Allen 41581,
    Thanks for input. I understood. I guess I will settle for around 275 70/17? Where exactly it will rub? everyone is saying that 3" lift. I guess 1.5" is not enough....
     
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    I go to CT a lot. I was just there 2 weeks ago. I have business there, and it is my regular stop.
     
  12. Mar 27, 2014 at 12:30 PM
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    with 1.5" leveling lift kit, I was able to fit 275/70R17 tires from 265/65R17 with no rubbing. I think it looks better. Checking ride tonight and tomorrow.

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    OP, looks great. Any chance you could get measurements from center hub to fender? Definitely interested in this.
     
  14. Mar 27, 2014 at 2:56 PM
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    it is 22" from center hub to the bottom of fender. I will check on MPG when I fill it up next time.
     
  15. Mar 28, 2014 at 8:30 AM
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    After 100 miles on Los Angeles freeway and street. no rubbing, no noise. it is working very well. Since it is now AT tire, a little tire noise presence, but it is actually very good feeling and ride. Conclusion: front only 1.5" lift with 275/70R17 fits!! Total height change is just under 1" but it is completely leveled so front end is now up about 2.5".
     
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    How is the ride? Any stiffer? And you talked about slightly tighter steering before, after 100 miles does it still feel good? And how about your alignment? Did they get it right on or did they just get it close enough? Sorry for all the questions I'm just seriously considering doing this soon so thanks for being the guinea pig! And also also how is it at highway speeds? Squirrelly at all?
     
  17. Mar 28, 2014 at 8:30 PM
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    I do not feel stiffer. Steering is a little tighter. Feels good though. No problem after 180miles. Alignment is good. Mt shop did very good job. It feels good with 80mph. I like it. I think this is low budget with good result. I recommend to anyone. I also think tire makes a difference. I like my tires... I hope this helps. You are in CT. Where? Hartford?, Bristol?
     
  18. Mar 29, 2014 at 7:07 AM
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    Awesome I think I'm going to go for it! Yeah I'm in Newtown so right next to Danbury. So what kind of business do you come to ct for?
     
  19. Mar 29, 2014 at 2:58 PM
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    Rust protection. I sell cavity wax (fluid wax film), and undercoat. It will last about 7-10 years. Our cavity wax works as rust inhibitor as well.
     
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    Yeah we defiantly need that shit out here! My 2011 is already starting to rust in certain areas underneath
     

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