Pro suspension question

Get 5100s and put them on the first notch, that will give you about an inch in front. For the back do a 1" block or a progressive aal (1.5"). 5100s ride more stuff than stock.

 

My answer was referring to “doing it right the first time.” If you think a spacer lift is legit, then don’t let anyone of us stop you from doing that. IMHO, I would rather have to worry about 1 component failing like in a coil over suspension rather than a 2 piece coil over/top spacer.

But again just my opinions....

 

I get what you're saying about the 2 part lift, but I guess I dont agree with your view that a small top plate makes someone's suspension "not real".

 

I installed a boar winch 13k capacity and ADD bumper... No spacers.
Running on 265 75/16.

 

Did you notice any sagging in the front post install?

 

I love that bumper.

 

Nope.. not enough to notice.

 

Who makes that bumper? Very nice.

 

Addictive desert design..

 

I had a hidden winch mount and a 10k Smittybilt on the factory Fox. I lost a small amount of height with the additional weight (guessing it was about 100 pounds). If you added a small top spacer you could regain it without an issue. If you went with anything other than a hidden mount or a Slimline I’d replace the suspension. I ended up with Fox 2.5’s w/650 # springs, Total Chaos UCA’s, 33’s and a Demello low profile front bumper. I also have full skids and sliders though so I’m riding on a lot of weight.

If you decide to upgrade the suspension call Erick at @state48overland. He’s super knowledgeable and you’ll get some of the best customer service you’ve ever received.

 

Contacted a local 4x4 shop that specializes in suspension work and my local Toyota dealership that sells Tacomas with spacers from the lot, both confirmed that no modifications to the bumpstops would be needed for a 1/2" top plate on a trd pro.

 

So do I. The honey badger haha

 

For those that wanted to see pics:

 

Looking good!!! What did you end up getting for the rear? Any driveline vibrations? The nitto rg’s look badass!!

 

A 1/2" flat shim. 0 driveline vibrations, feels stock. Thanks! I like them better than my ko2s

 

Looks good.

 

I didn’t even know that was a option. Thanks!

 

Went wheeling on my "not real suspension" yesterday, handled like a champ.

 

Hey Foozer sorry to bump your old thread. Was thinking of doing a 1/4” or 1/2 top place myself when I replace the stock wranglers for some 265/75/16’s. You still liking the ride quality and functionality of this setup? Did it settle at all in the front? And do you still maintain a little rake? Definitely not going to compress those fox springs and would like to know what you think overall about your set up. Thanks

 

Yeah I really like my setup, I have a 1/2" top plate in the front and a 1/2" shim in the back. I have probably 3/4" of rake, though I haven't measure it. I think it looks perfect. The front settled a little bit, but not a ton.

As far as ride quality, literally feels exactly the same. I'm pretty ocd and would have noticed. I've taken it wheeling a few times for camping and stuff and the truck handled great. On-road and off-road I haven't noticed any difference.