Maxtrac Spindle Lift for 2nd Gen Prerunners

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Hey there, been reading through this thread for quite a while now and I am totally sold on the Maxtrac's. I have a 2013 MGM prerunner DCSB and this is the list I am looking to get here in the near future (all from HeadStrong of course)

Maxtrac 4" lift kit (2WD only)
Bilstein 5100 adjustable front struts
HS 1/4" top plate spacer (drivers side only)
Deaver 1.5-2" AAL (pair)
24" SS extended rear brake lines

Is there anything that I am missing? Do you know if the rear shocks that are included in the Maxtrac kit are extended length? Will I need to get something different like rear Bilsteins?

Also, looking at getting 285/75/16 Mastercraft Courser MXT tires. Thoughts on these? Can I use my stock steelies with these and possibly a 1.25" wheel spacer?

@ChadsPride @SpruceTaco @HeadStrong Off-Road

 

Ditch the AAL and get the Dakars. Also, I would sub in RCD Extended Length Bilsteins for the Maxtrac rear shocks that come with the kit.

 

Would the dakars really be needed if I don't do a lot of wheeling? This is my daily driver and its mostly on highway and on back roads on the weekend when I hunt

 

I mean, what really IS needed lol. No, of course they arent needed. I just feel like those stock leaf packs are complete trash lol. Thats just IMO though. Also, if you plan on adjusting the front 5100's up a notch or so....you made need the lift that Dakars would get you to match the front.

 

What @ChadsPride said. You could keep the kit as is and upgrade later if you feel the need.

 

Unless you're doing a custom kit the 4" kit comes with 2" blocks & maxtrac shocks, haven't used the shocks but heard they're not that great. I'd do like @ChadsPride said & get the Bilsteins for the rear. I don't know the specs on steelies but Maxtrac says you need a 17" with a max backspace of 4.5". 16's have been used but with even less backspace. Depending on the size & backspace of your steelies you may be able to use the with 1.25" spacers or you could need a 1.5" or even 2".

 

Awesome, thanks for the input. And yes, if I had the budget I would go all out..gf and the ring are quickly knocking on the door though lol.

Do any of you know if the bundled 5100's front and rear from HS would be the ticket?

And any thoughts on the Mastercrafts? Havent seen a lot on here regarding those

 

If you call them to place your order (Headstrong) You need to talk to Marie. Tell here what you got going on and she will set you up with exactly what you want/need and not a bunch of extra crap. She freaking rocks man.

 

And if you are on a budget (like I ALWAYS am lol) You dont really need the new shocks up front. You can use the spindles for the lift and down the road save up for some sweet ass coilovers. Atleast thats my plan lol. Cant wait to see that truck jacked up dude!

 

I hear ya. Been saving for a while now. I 've seen people on here do that but I want to get the full 4" lift and sit level. Cannot stand the bro lean

 

Nice!!! Mine, with the Dakars and Maxtracs alone (stock front 'struts') sits dead ass level. The rear of the truck is actually just under an inch higher than the front. But when you look at it parked on the street, it looks perfectly level. Couldnt be happier!

 

And, theres no way you cant NOT get the 4inches up front with the Maxtracs.

 

Very true! Can't wait to pull the trigger on this. What's the deal with the shims? What hardware will I need?

 

I didnt get anything other than a carrier bearing drop kit. TBH i havnt even installed it lol. The only vibrations i have are super duper minor and only on take off. One of these days my lazy but will install that thing. I heard it only takes 5 min

 

It's only 2 bolts.

 

@SpruceTaco you know anyone that's run the mastercraft MXT's? Looks like Walmart has some good deals on the 285's...Saying that on here almost seems like a sin.

 

A penny saved!

 

I don't know anyone running them but @nammer is looking at them, like $250 for a 35 at Walmart.