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Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Gloade16, Nov 9, 2012.

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  1. Nov 9, 2012 at 9:55 PM
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    3 Inch Procomp suspesnsion lift, add-a-leafs Light Racing UAC's
    I'm looking to get a 3 inch lift on my 07 Tacoma. And was wondering what would be the best lift to go with, looking for a smooth ride and absorbing bumps very well. Tell me your thoughts please!
     
    Gloade16, Nov 9, 2012
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  2. Nov 9, 2012 at 9:57 PM
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  3. Nov 10, 2012 at 7:42 AM
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    Doesn't really matter, ill consider anything
    If its a good lift
     
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  4. Nov 11, 2012 at 6:48 PM
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    wirenut I like this place

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    I did the rough country 3" paid 250 for the kit put it in myself wasn't bad at all 3 hours.
     
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  5. Dec 4, 2012 at 5:37 AM
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    How does the rough country ride? im looking at getting it for my truck. also since you did it yourself did you have to get a coil spring compressor for the front?
     
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  6. Dec 4, 2012 at 8:03 AM
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    It's called "rough country" for a reason lol!

    Icon FTW!
     
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  7. Dec 5, 2012 at 5:47 AM
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    wirenut I like this place

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    yeah it's a little stiffer, but thats what you get with a spacer lift. but no spring compression necessary.
     
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  8. Dec 5, 2012 at 5:55 AM
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    if I were you I would go 5100's or OME setup..you can get ither ones w/UCAs for around $1500. Remember you get what you pay for (rough country). There are better brands ofcourse but depends of the use of it. I personally just bought a complete OME kit w/dakers and LR UCAs..
     
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  9. Dec 5, 2012 at 6:15 AM
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    If you have an open budget go with toytec ultimate or OME
     
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  10. Dec 5, 2012 at 6:21 AM
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    OME
     
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  11. Dec 5, 2012 at 6:30 AM
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    He was asking BEST lift not cheapest or most economical. If you want suspension to absorb bumps the best, you'll need a high end coilover.....pick a color Icon, Fox and King are the best for bolt on performance!

    Long Travel would be your BEST option....it's still bolt on just a little more involved! lol

     
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  12. Dec 5, 2012 at 11:31 AM
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  13. Dec 5, 2012 at 1:12 PM
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    Good thing about our product line for the Tacoma is how modular it is. You can build over time making it better and better depending on your needs or desires.

    Here are some pictures of a few new things we are releasing in the next couple weeks.....more info will be posted soon.

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    For Remote Reservoir applications we are offering our NEW Compression Damping Control Valve for external adjustment to compression valving, allowing you to fine tune the ride to your liking.

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  14. Dec 5, 2012 at 1:17 PM
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  15. Dec 5, 2012 at 1:25 PM
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    Please explain to me how the secondary doesn't bottom out before the coilover. I realize you guys use long rod ends to clear the CV's for the coilovers...but is it THAT long of a rod end? I mean there's over an inch and half difference between the bottom of the shock bodies.


    I also find it mildly amusing there's still a sway bar in there :cookiemonster:
     
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    Oh my. :drool:
     
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    I was thinking the same thing. I was also thinking a bit (being conservative) overkill for factory length arms. Just all seems really crammed in there and unnecessary. Just my opinion though.
     
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