2013 Base 2.7L 5 Speed | Suspension Upgrade Question(s)

Hey there TW,


I’m interested in completing my Toytec purchase of an OME Kit:
884 coils, and HD Dakar Leaf Pack...

Currently running some tiny 245/75/16 Destination XT (actually really like this tire).

I’m a general outdoorsman that will go off the beaten path fairly often, and I also maintain a large garden - so having some weight in the bed is a weekly occurrence.

...y’all think I’m headed in the right direction? Will I need to replace Control Arms too?



Open to feedback...

 

Howdy neighbor. (East TN)
I honestly can’t tell you about the 4cyl trucks.
But typically you don’t need UCA unless you get closer to 2.5-3”.
(Some have added them @2.5” to get better alignments)

I do think you are going in the right direction with that lift.

Hopefully someone “in the know” will come along soon and help you out.

 

I went with 884’s and 5100’s in the front of my regular cab 4wd. It initially gave a 3” lift, but settled to 2-5/8” which I’m happy with. It has a good ride for a lifted truck. I went with the Wheeler’s 2”AAL in the back. I’m happy with the setup. I’ve been running it for seven years no with no issues. I would suggest getting UCA’s though. I didn’t at first and no one (around here anyway) could get my alignment in spec. I bought JBA UCA’s but still haven’t installed them. I’m waiting until I have some time off work and I’ll install the ECGS bushing too.

 

I'm in the same boat with my 2.7. I'm planning on getting the 1.6" eibach front coils, Dakar leaf springs, and bilstien 5100s all around. I'm expecting to get about 1.75" of lift in the front so no UCAs and about the same in the back after the dakars settle from the weight of my camper shell

 

I didnt go with OME, but I did get the Toytec Lift Kit BK0510 with an aal. I would get UCAs it makes a helluva difference! Plus with a 4 banger you can expect more lift than a V6 & those UCAs will come in handy!