Just installed lift got 2" all around

I have a 2007 double cab 4X4 and wanted a mild lift, primarily for appearance but I do go off-road once in a while. I have only had the truck for a few months, there were only three leafs on each side in the rear so I figured the TSB was not done. After researching on this site I decided to go with the 5100’s all around and a Toytec 2”AAL in the rear. I set the fronts at the 1.75 setting. I used a set of $30.00 spring compressors I bought at Auto Zone with no problems. I also installed the 1/4 inch disk above the drivers side coil spring assembly to correct the lean. The front took me about two hours to complete and I just followed the instructions Toytec included. The first AAL I put in I also followed the included instructions. It is fairly simple but unless you are using a very large C-clamp it is a pain to manipulate the springs and line them up at the same time. On the second AAL I found it considerably easier after the axle was unbolted wrap a tie-down around the springs and frame and use the ratchet on the tie-down to cinch up the springs. I measured from the ground to the top of the fender centered on the hub of each wheel. I started at front drivers side 34 1/4” and drivers side rear 36 1/4”, the passenger side front was 34 1/2” and the passenger rear was 36 1/2”. After the lift was installed and a week of driving it settled to 36 1/4” on both sides of the front and the rear is at 38 1/4” on both sides. I started with 245/75/16 and just bought 265/75/16 BFG’s on 16” MS rims (Discount Tire). I had the alignment completed today and it was corrected to specifications with no problems. I do not have any vibrations or wandering. I do get a slight rub when I turn the wheel about half-way in either direction. It is barley noticeable with the windows down. I plan on just trimming the well where it rubs in the next couple of days. I have included before and after pictures if anyone is looking to do the same thing

 

Looks great. Welcome to TW.

 

That looks great! I just did the rear AAL to my truck but for some reason I'm at about a 4 in lift in the rear. I dont know why, but hopefully it will settle down some in the next week or so. I plan on putting the 5100's in the front in the next week or so. I'm glad you mentioned the front spacer to correct the lean b/c I was wondering if I was going to have to do that as well. It looks great, I cannot wait till i get all 4 corners done with mine!

 

Looks good man. Nice and clean. Not over the top.

 

Looks Good. Nice work. Welcome to TW.

 

Thanks for sharing!

 

Howdy neighbor.
Good job.

 

Thanks for the positive comments. Next up for me are air bags to avoid sag when towing.

 

Very nice...Not to mention, Awesome Police Exp. in the background. God, Sometimes I wish I would have become a cop.

 

looks great!

 

Firemen make more money and everyone loves them.

 

looks good man. I like the police suv in the backgorund you should get a pic of you pulling out of some mud or something

 

How far are ya from Vegas? We have a meet up 1x a month.

 

should have used the free one they loan out...truck looks good though...and love the measuring device!

 

Andy so thats only a 2" lift? I just got my 4dr and am having a hard time deciding on the size of lift i should go. Want a nice lift like yours nothing over the top with the same size tires. However every lift i see looks different.. Some 1.75" lifts look just like 2.50" lifts and some 3" lifts look good but then some look to big.. I like your look and was looking to run the same size tire but possibly a 17" wheel. Just kind of lost dont want to go get a 1.75" lift and then wish i went 3 or go 3 and wish i didnt.. then again in the truck world i guess you can never really go to big. sorry for the long post any suggestions?

 

A suggestion.
This falls sort of in between those numbers, like just over 2 inches of lift.

 

do this..

 

I believe you bought the MB wheels. I almost bought the same ones, too. The MB is similar to Ballistic Wizards, but I was told the Ballistic wouldn't clear the calipers.

Nice job though. Looks really good.

 

I am about an hour outside of Vegas, when and where is the meet?

 

This was the same issue I was having. After doing reading on here I wanted to go with the 5100's, and I knew I wanted to correct the lean without going over 2.5". I do/did not want alignment or wandering issues and I did not want to buy a UCA. I found a few options that seemed like it would end up around 2" that would have been less expensive through spacers, blocks, and AAL's. I spent a little less than $500 on what mine and am happy with the ride and look. I have no regret for not going the extra inch. There is a dealership in St. George that is selling a new white DC Tacoma with a 2.5" Revtech (I think) lift and 285's. I parked my truck infront of theirs and I like my end result better just due to I feel the 285's look to big for that lift, and mine is mine. The tires and rims for the 16" seemed a little cheaper for the similar overall size.

I hope this helps,
Andy