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Coil selection after All Pro Apex plate bumper

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by drmk24, Sep 19, 2023.

  1. Sep 19, 2023 at 7:11 PM
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    drmk24

    drmk24 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Yes - I've done a ton of research, and just want to get some feedback before I pull the trigger.

    Looking to upgrade my suspension to accommodate my All Pro Apex Steel front bumper (101 lbs). Looking at, and leaning towards the Dobinson's 2" lift from Exit Offroad with c59-350 Coils and an AAL in rear. In my research, I did read some reviews that people weren't pleased with Dobinson's in general. So was also looking at OME Coil 885, 5100s, and AAL from Headstrong - but I also read that the 5100s are not that great with OME Coils. Also have the option of the complete OME kit with OME 885s, struts, and OME AAL. The Toytech springs do not appear to address the extra weight. All of these around $1K.

    I do not want to add UCAs, and do not want to go over 2" of lift.

    Truck is a 2012 Double Cab, 110K miles. Do have a fiberglass cap on the bed, haul/tow on occasion, but not frequently, and no other significant weight in the rear on a consistent basis. Does have sliders on. Truck gets off road less than 10 times a year - this year was busy, got out less than 5 times, so no extreme off-roading need. I do frequent simple dirt roads, but nothing that would flex on the suspension. Stong possibility of me purchasing a winch in the future, but do not have one now. Leaf springs are pretty flat, but an AAL should be sufficient.

    I've had the bumper on for about 5 months now. I was fine with the way that it was handling with the bumper, I felt it was fine, but I also noticed that the front tires have worn fairly significantly on the inside of the tire. This was something that I noticed when I put the bumper on, but I feel that the added weight has significantly worn the tires down, and much quicker than prior to the bumper. The tires (Wildpeaks) were in need of replacement prior to this winter anyways. So I had planned on an alignment anyways, but figuring that the front end probably needs additional support due to the bumper and will need an alignment after this is installed.

    Thanks in advance for any feedback.
     
  2. Sep 20, 2023 at 4:35 PM
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    sparkystaco

    sparkystaco Well-Known Member

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    3" lift? A.R.E cap 285/70/17 moto metal 955 17x9
    I have a TJM steel bumper (looks just like the ARB) and a cap,
    I run 5100's w/ 885's, AAL out back and think the ride is fine if not a little stiff but that could be the E-rated tyres that I keep at 35psi.
     
  3. Sep 21, 2023 at 8:31 AM
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    2011trdsportmg

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    I'm getting my Bilstein 5100's w/ OME 885 springs installed on Tuesday. I have the DV8 bumper which is the same design as the All-pro so its probably the same weight. Mine is also a DCLB. I will let you know how it feels and how much lift i get. I'm not going with an add a leaf for now but if its nose high ill prob end up doing that.
     

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