Fox 2.5 standard vs Extended travel... which is better

Ok I've read the long travel thread but this doesn't seem like it applies.

What are the pros and cons to either of these setups?

 

The extended travel only means you will get about 1 inch in extra travel from the shock / coil over a normal shock/ coil over.
Long travel and mid travel and extended shocks and non extended are all 4 different set ups.

 

How does this effect driving on the road? This is a DD but I want something capable. At the same time, I only want to lift once

 

All coil overs can become extended travel. Just a matter of removing the shims inside.
On a DD not offroading, them there is no difference except initial cost. If you off road and feel you need that extra inch of travel to get you over a obstacle or through a trail then it makes a difference.

 

Outside of UCAs, is there any other cost I should be looking for (not saying UCAs are cheap by any dtretch). The coilovers seem to be the same price

 

Like @JaCado said you can convert standard travel to extended travel by replacing the internal spacer, but the shock needs to be torn down to do so. Some people like to go with the standard travel because they work with stock UCAs and saves some money, but offer less lift as well. On the road you won’t notice a difference at all. So the real question is do you want to buy UCAs or not. If yes then extended travel, if not then standard.

Edit:
Forgot to mention, they are the same exact shock (standard and extended) the only difference is a larger spacer on the standards stops them from dropping as far. That’s why standards can work with stock UCAs.

 

The extended travel coilovers, which offers additional droop to your front suspension, require aftermarket upper control arms to ensure the proper amount of wheel travel is achieved.

ext travel = 4.9" stroke
standard = 4.5" stroke.

Not much of a difference, but if you're already going UCA's, then the extra travel doesn't cost anything so why not?

 

There is this thread on the topic.
Where are you shopping.
https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/standard-vs-extended-travel-kings-fox-icon.563932/
Look at @HeadStrong Off-Road
Ucas
Look into built right.

 

Thanks! So how the big question... Is it worth it to just do it now and "lift once, cry once"

 

buy once cry once for sure.

 

It’s your money. I chose extended and JBA UCAs. I like the fact that I get more castor for better drivability and moving the wheel forward for tire clearance.

 

It doesnt matter. You will eventually have to have the shock serviced and you can change it, if you dont want to cough up for ucas atm.

 

Thank you so much for the recommendation @JaCado Sorry it too me so long to get around to thanking you. I haven't had the extra time to look at my alerts since X-Mas We do appreciate it very much though!

 

Wish I could afford a lift FML

 

So your life sucks cause you can’t afford a lift? Do you need someone to talk to, like a professional?

 

Nah i just like to complain on social media forums LOL