Another Guy Trying To Lift His Truck

Here's my..

Stock, Dunlop AT20 in 245 size (OEM).


5100s at .85 with Hankook Dynapro ATM RF10 in P265/75/16.






5100s at 1.75, 3 leaf OEM pack and 1.5" 3 leaf AAL in rear - with and without shell.




Full OME (884X, Dakars, Nitro Sport struts/shocks), Cooper Discover ATP in P265/75/16.

 

I've since added OEM running boards (not tube steps) but haven't taken any updated pics yet - waiting for my light situation to be finished. Adding a 30" double row LED bar to the lower valance and have 2 LED flush mount pods cut into my chrome OEM rear bumper, soon to be replaced with a black bedlined OEM rear bumper.

 

Front

 

Rear.

 

Here's what i did for my build. Total parts costs approx $650 + $485 for the LR UCA's

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/i-m-lifted.421605/

 

Nice looking Truck.

 

I love all your trucks...cant wait to be a lifted guy

 

Here are links to everything as promised.

Front 5100s:

Bilstein 24-239370 Shock Absorber

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00O89FDSI...UTF8&colid=KAT1QUVFDMGC&coliid=I3HV3L92CNYMVE

Rear 5100s:

$91 Bilstein (24-186728) 5100 Series Shock Absorber

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BYNJ93Q...UTF8&colid=KAT1QUVFDMGC&coliid=I31QDUCAFL46OH

OME 885s:

$214 ARB 2885 Old Man Emu Coil Spring

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004LQAO9Q...UTF8&colid=KAT1QUVFDMGC&coliid=I2AZG1DNDZC6I7
They also have 884s as well. Not sure what kind of cab you have.

Rear AAL:
http://toyteclifts.3dcartstores.com/Rear-add-a-leaf-_p_16.html

or Only reason I'd pick Toytec over Wheelers is because I know how much shipping will be upfront.

Diff Drop: EDIT: Most places sell the same toytec diff drop, so wherever you buy your rear AAL from, get the diff drop there too to save on shipping.

 

What is the difference between 885 and 884 coils?

 

The load rating on them. They recommend the 884s for access cabs, the 885s for double cabs, and the 886s for double cabs with off road bumper, winch, etc.

 

More then helpful thank you! Got pictures of your build? I may just mimmick it

 

Actually they all have the same coil rates except the 886.

884 on an AC will give a similar lift to 885 on DC, but there are variables. Desired lift height being one of them, and configuration being the other.

I'm at 2.25" up front with 884s due to my config, which is exactly what I wanted as far as height goes.

 

So far this is all I've got. All stock suspension, some Level 8 MK6 in gunmetal and 265/70-17 General Grabber AT2s. I love it though!

Ah, I stand corrected.

 

I really wanted a 3" lift at least but maybe ill start lookin for as close to 3" without having to do UCA's and brake lines. For the sake of saving money

 

Here's the link to all the coil info on OME.

http://www.arbusa.com/Uploads/PDF/onlineManualsGuides/OME_Guide_current.pdf

IIRC, OEM coil rate is 530 lbs. OME is 590, except the 886 which is 660. Eibach is 620 and results in a stiffer ride (obviously), in comparison.

 

That's the same boat I'm in. 3 would be great, but I'd be just as happy with 2.25-2.5 to save money and headaches. 3" is where you start to border on additional problems.

 

No need for brake lines at 3 inches, unless you're flexing like crazy. Nice insurance for "just in case," though. I have rear brake lines from HeadStrong that I don't need and haven't installed, and I'm around 2.75" in the rear. Front brake lines are OEM also.

 

You are beyond useful my friend! I was thinking the 886's but didnt think about it being a stiffer ride

 

Almost 17K miles at full 3", no problems yet.

 

I think it just differs for everyone. There are just so many variables i.e. type of lift, types of tires, how the truck is driven, etc. that come into play. Personally for me, I'm happy with my (soon to be) 2.5