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Best OEM plus rear suspension set up

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Eloisking, Oct 18, 2023.

  1. Oct 18, 2023 at 12:26 AM
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    Eloisking

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    I currently have up front spc upper arms and fox 2.5s coil overs

    the rear is kinda shit with toytec 3” shock with a AAL

    Whats the best leaf spring set up and shock set up I can get that I don’t have to do any re locations ?
     
  2. Oct 18, 2023 at 6:22 AM
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    02hilux

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    Deaver, Alcan, OME
     
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    Sterling_vH111

    Sterling_vH111 Go do something real instead.

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    Get matching Fox’s and I’d recommend Alcans. I’ve been blown away about their feel vs the Deavers I have previously.
     
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    turbodb

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    Here's a good overview of what you can get for the rear from a leaf spring perspective. For shocks, a relocation and some higher-end components (Fox, King, ADS, etc. as others have mentioned) will give you the best results.

    Replacing Leaf Springs on a Tacoma - for leaf spring options at various performance/price points

    Rear Shock Relocation (my experience, parts, etc.) (how-to guide)

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  5. Oct 18, 2023 at 11:16 AM
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    Red_03Taco

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    I too wanna echo how awesome Alcan leafs are. Not only have I loaded up the rear and been impressed by how little the rear squats with very hefty loads, but I also daily drive my truck with the rear usually empty, and they ride great like that too. Kinda mind boggling they can be so good in both circumstances tbh.
     
  6. Oct 18, 2023 at 1:21 PM
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    chrslefty

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    Idkn my J59's were pretty awesome tell they weren't, ie started to sag. If you're not carrying a lot of load. There great. My alcan's are nice and they do ride ok unloaded. If your carrying a heave load constantly I would go over a couple 100 more that you think you need.
     

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