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Should I lift it?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by trlwzrd, Apr 11, 2021.

  1. Apr 11, 2021 at 2:52 PM
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    trlwzrd

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    Hey Tacoma World,
    First post.
    Picked up a 2018 Tacoma Sport 3 weeks ago. Really love it. Already got the chicks lined up in the photo (haha)
    Any suggestions on leveling kit?

     
  2. Apr 11, 2021 at 2:56 PM
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    waltuo

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    I would say it mostly depends on application.
     
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  3. Apr 11, 2021 at 2:56 PM
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    Do lots of research before you buy anything, there's alot more to lifting these trucks than just installing a new set of coilovers or spacers. Good luck with your truck and welcome to TW.
     
  4. Apr 11, 2021 at 3:05 PM
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  5. Apr 11, 2021 at 3:06 PM
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    Those are bros, bro.
     
  6. Apr 11, 2021 at 3:13 PM
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    They identify as hens.
     
  7. Apr 11, 2021 at 3:16 PM
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    trlwzrd

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    Lol yeah those catch not pitch
     
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    Just for looks?

    Nah
     
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  9. Apr 11, 2021 at 3:28 PM
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    brandon78lusch

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    don't lift it unless you are planning on upsizing the tires too.
     
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  10. Apr 11, 2021 at 3:31 PM
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    Thunder Fist

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    Like, so many.
    If you’re going off road, I’d just do a spacer and call it a day. Some folks don’t like them, but most leveled trucks you see on the road use a spacer. I did for years with no issues. It’s easy and inexpensive.
     
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  11. Apr 11, 2021 at 4:19 PM
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  12. Apr 11, 2021 at 4:28 PM
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    Yes.
     
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  13. Apr 11, 2021 at 4:32 PM
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    you are going to get along well here , WELCOME to TW
     
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  14. Apr 11, 2021 at 4:34 PM
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  15. Apr 11, 2021 at 4:41 PM
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    Lift, No. Getting some real tires, Yes!
     
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  16. Apr 11, 2021 at 4:47 PM
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    No, don’t do it. You’ll regret it. Trucks plenty capable offroad with a decent set of tires.
     
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  18. Apr 11, 2021 at 6:12 PM
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    Honestly doing a set of Bilstein 5100’s 1 notch up just to bring the front up a smidge looks really good. Better tires helps a ton also.
     
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  19. Apr 11, 2021 at 6:14 PM
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    I would see what she can do as-is first; I am betting you will be pleasantly surprised. I guess do a lift if it's really necessary for your application. But otherwise leave it be man!
     
  20. Apr 11, 2021 at 6:15 PM
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    Lift it just stay under 3 inches and you are fine, at least that's what the gurus on here suggest.
     

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