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Old Man Emu setups on 1st gens

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by kyle39, Feb 19, 2011.

  1. Jul 11, 2018 at 6:19 PM
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    I forget how much lift you’re looking to get once it’s all settled and done
     
  2. Jul 11, 2018 at 6:48 PM
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    I almost want to suggest 882’s up front. I had them on a V6 xtra cab years back and got around 2.5” with no added weight
     
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  3. Jul 11, 2018 at 7:21 PM
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    For the rear you can always remove a leaf if needed. It’s pretty easy to do especially when the pack is fairly new and nothing has had a chance to get rusty.
     
  4. Jul 13, 2018 at 6:13 PM
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    The 6112’s give you skit more adjustability don’t they? May not be a bad idea if that’s the case
     
  5. Jul 13, 2018 at 8:01 PM
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    Sounds like a pretty good plan to me. I’m sure some guys on here may be interested to hear what setting you end up with on the 6112 and how much lift that gives you
     
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  6. Jul 14, 2018 at 9:48 AM
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    Camper life.
    Sorry if this is a question that is asked often, but is it possible to run Nitrochargers with toytec coils?? My 5100s are just not cutting it
     
  7. Jul 15, 2018 at 7:08 PM
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    So can someone with 881’s and 265/75’s give me a ground&center hub to fender measure on a 4wd v6. I am just trying to figure out what spring is best for me. Right now with 5100’s on the top notch I’m at 37.5” driver front and 37.75” passenger front from the ground. I don’t want to go down in lift but I want a better ride. Thanks.
     
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  8. Jul 15, 2018 at 7:29 PM
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    881 + 5100s + 10mm spacer plate 265s with TKOS Roof Rack Pioneer stereo Tailgate brake light Spyder tail lights Custom grille with toyota letters JBA UCA's Nerf Bars
    I spoke to wheelers and got some 881s, ill be installing on monday. They told me with a trim packer, 1/2inch spacer plate i should get about 2.5-2.7 inches of lift. (Which is what i want). And i have 265s/75/16.
    Currently with a 3inch spacer lift i sit 38 1/2"
    When i get my 881s done ill get back and share where i sit.
    Now my truck is a prerunner so its lighter, im guessing im gonna sit higher.
    People with 4x4 dbc have recommended 882s and 883s.Weight plays a big role in the amount of lift achieved. (I didnt get the 882s or 3s because i don't want a harsh ride and im not running a bumper or winch)
    But again, ill report back with my measurements
     
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    3" Toytec spacers, Bilstein 5100s in the back with add a leaf and overloads removed.
    I've got 881s and the 10mm spacer on my prerunner and it sits as high as it did with 3" spacers
     
  10. Jul 15, 2018 at 10:03 PM
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    Are you 3.4 L or 2.7L ?
    What tire size you running?
    Also do you have ground to fender and center hub to fender measurements?
    A lot of questions sorry lol
     
  11. Jul 15, 2018 at 10:33 PM
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    Got my candy's on 3 days ago now just looking to make some time to get her set up. 881's n 5100 trim packers cant wait!
     
  12. Jul 15, 2018 at 10:43 PM
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    NICE
    Definitely post before and after!:thumbsup:
     
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    Quiksilver u get urs install yet ?
     
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    And both sides measure to like 24"
     
  15. Jul 15, 2018 at 10:50 PM
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    Im going to install em tomorrow or tuesday. Gonna call up my brother for free labor:rofl:
     
  16. Jul 15, 2018 at 10:51 PM
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    That's great news for me. I should definitely get my desired lift height then
     
  17. Jul 16, 2018 at 12:29 AM
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    Came from 3" spacers and can't really tell the difference. A little higher in the front if anything
     
  18. Jul 16, 2018 at 5:20 AM
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    Free labor is the best labor .:thumbsup:
     
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    Im trying to upload a photo from my Galaxy S8, but it wont post :mad:
     
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