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Got the cheap Plasti Dip and some fearless decals and leveling kit.

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by will228, Sep 4, 2018.

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Take 2in leveling kit off front or leave it for shocks to settle.

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  1. Sep 4, 2018 at 8:20 PM
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    will228

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    So I put the leveling kit on the truck when it had 5 miles on it. Im at about 6000 now and the front is still looking Higher then the back. I am debating just taking the 2in spacers from rough country off because it looks super dumb.
     
  2. Sep 4, 2018 at 8:25 PM
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    Sorry I don't have a picture, Ill take one tomorrow.
     
  3. Sep 4, 2018 at 8:28 PM
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    Why not just put blocks on the back to level it out.:notsure:
     
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  4. Sep 4, 2018 at 8:34 PM
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    That is a fair point. I guess ill have to do some research. Do you have any suggestions?
     
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    I believe you are looking for a 1 inch block... @HeadStrong Off-Road may have them.
     
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    Sick, that sounds like my plan now. Thanks man
     
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    PM them or email them and ask a few questions.
    Putting in the block will raise it and should keep the same ride quality as you feel now empty but loaded. When you are empty it will be a tad stiff.
    If you add the add a leaf depending on which one you get 1.5 inch or 2.0 inch it may cause the factory rake to return when empty but be a little less then level (front high) fully loaded.
    Tossing another overload in is the same as a block (virtually).

    I am currently running the stock 3rd gen leaf pack with 2 over loads and a other shorter leaf (not a aal) then the longer stock leaves above plus a 1 inch block. My truck sits at about 4 inches of lift. Sags maybe .50 to .75 fully loaded about 600 to 700 pounds.
    Edit. Forgot that I am also have hellwig helper springs on it to stiffen the pack up.
     
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  8. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:14 PM
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    Can you send me a pic so i can see what it looks like?
     
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    Who???
     
  10. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:16 PM
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    sorry, Jacado I was curious to see what your truck looks like with your kit.
     
  11. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:20 PM
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    To eliminate confusion you can hit the "quote" button or you can tag the member like this @will228 .... put the "@" in front of username

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  12. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:22 PM
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    oh cool, Im a noob

    also do you have wheel spacers?
     
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  13. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:22 PM
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    No wheel spacers.
     
  14. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:25 PM
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    Hahaha good. that looks sick though man. I like the look of the tires. It gives it a nice aggressive stance. I want my sr5 to look like a pro but i cant afford it haha.
     
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    @will228 what you see is the front on maxtrax 4 inch spindle lift with icon 2.5's with 1 inch of preload to accommodate that heavy ass bumper. I am 2wd so no front diff to worry about.;)
     
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    Things take time to save for.... keep an eye on the market place here and you can score some good deals. Also keep your eyes open on craigslist, offerup.... there are a few other places too.
     
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    I had a 2" level and I agree its too high, I ended up leaving it because I hate lifting the rear, making loading harder. But a 1" lift in the rear will balance it out perfectly.
     
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    Ain't that the truth.;)
     
  19. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:45 PM
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    @JaCado can you share a picture of your leaf pack when you have a chance? I just added the icon multi leaf AAL and it tells me to discard the overload leaf. But I was thinking of keeping it on.
     
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    I will see if I can find one.... I edited my post above. Forgot a part on the pack. Also have hellwig helper springs. I have had some issues with the truck and took back to stockish.

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