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2017 Tacoma- The Right Way

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by JTacoma454, Jun 12, 2017.

  1. Jun 12, 2017 at 9:17 PM
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    JTacoma454

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    I have a 17 trd 4x4sport DCSB manual
    the one thing I hate is a raked vehicle. Either completely level or a touch taller in the front. I hear bilstein 5100 a lot, I don't want to run a spacer kit. I really want pictures to see how level they are, all I see are people arguing witch is a better deal. I want to do my level/ lift kit right on this truck. Thanks
     
  2. Jun 12, 2017 at 9:21 PM
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    Dc2tacoma

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    6112 lift one inch
     
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  3. Jun 12, 2017 at 9:22 PM
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    6112 in the front. 5160 in the rear with AAL. Very happy with it.

    IMG_3583.jpg
     
  4. Jun 12, 2017 at 9:22 PM
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    Clay

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    I had spacers on my 2010 - Very quick and fast solution. Just don't go overboard.
     
  5. Jun 12, 2017 at 9:39 PM
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    JTacoma454

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    How much higher in front is it?
     
  6. Jun 12, 2017 at 9:44 PM
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    AntMan408

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    The front and rear sit roughly level and I gained about 3 1/2" of lift with the suspension and tires. Very happy with the ride on and off road.
     
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  7. Jun 12, 2017 at 9:45 PM
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    JTacoma454

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    Alright thanks! Like I said I'll go the route you took just avoiding the rear being higher
     
  8. Jun 12, 2017 at 9:52 PM
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    Awesome. Go with some new UCA's. Also I've found wheelers off-road to be priced very well. Just an FYI
     
  9. Jun 13, 2017 at 12:03 AM
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    The right way is with the rear higher, that way when loaded it rides level and your headlights arnt blinding everyone. Right is also subjective. Otherwise there would only be 1 option on the market.

    5100's and 6112's are adjustable so you can dial in your lift. I think my 5100's ride a little rough, but I've got a slightly lighter truck.
     
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  10. Jun 13, 2017 at 1:22 AM
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    I'm trying to order the 6612 for my 17 the oldest year is a 15, I'm assuming the 15 size works for the 3rd gen?
     
  11. Jun 13, 2017 at 2:18 AM
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    They have a 2016 version. I think @smitty99 used them. not 100% sure though. you should read his write up, really good info there.
     
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    Really? I didn't think anybody would like that. To each their own.
     
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    Yeah, but what would baldy think?
     
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    There's a 2016+ specific 6112. Check my write up linked below in my sig.
     
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    It's always good to alter or remove engineered functions. Especially when those choices are based on style.

    But it will look sweet in those sepia photos taken in dilapidated industrial areas!
     
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    I actually wanted to put a 3" lift on the front of mine and leave the back kind of lower.... other than general douchery, any problems with that?
     
  18. Jun 13, 2017 at 7:15 AM
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    Not if you adjust your headlights properly, realize you now can't use the bed for much more than groceries, don't tow, never stop hard and never have need for defensive driving maneuvers on the road.............
     
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    Check out wheelers off-road. Give them a call and they can help you out.
     
  20. Jun 13, 2017 at 9:44 AM
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