Suspension Lift Info includes pics

Just want to respond to this (even though it's from a while back) since there is discussion in another thread about this particular lift and tire fitment.

For anyone reading this who doesn't know already, you should ALWAYS plan to replace your ubolts when changing leaf springs no matter what. Not just because they are rusty or look damaged. ubolts are designed to stretch. So when installing them you should torque to proper specs and then check them several days later and re-torque to spec because they can stretch slightly and loosen a little.

The quoted post is good advice that you should just order ubolts ahead of time, but I wanted to point out that you should be doing this even if your old ubolts appear to be in good condition.

 

Thanks! This explains a lot.

 

Awesome post and a lot of great info! Where were you ten years ago when I was learning the hard way?

I would also recommend a braided brake hose upgrade when lifting your truck, even if it is 2" or less. When you're slogging through the muck in the woods twigs and brush get hung up and can strain dried or worn out brake hose and ruin your day. They can be ordered for almost any lift height.

U-bolts: ALWAYS get new u-bolts and torque properly! After a month or so re-check the torque.

 

So what size u bolts should I order along with a 3" suspension lift, like a Toytech or ome, or bilstein.(not sure which I want yet)

 

Ok
Of the three what would you recommend?
Sorry ima noob

 

spring pack > AAL > blocks.

 

All work done by 4 Wheel Parts in Orlando,FL. Ask for Pete or Paul

 

what about shocks?

 

Bilstein 5100s

 

Check out this link for a FYI on some basics-
http://www.4wheeloffroad.com/techarticles/suspension/131_0505_coilover_shock_suspension/viewall.html

Bilstein is one of the most trusted companies out there, so if you buy a set you're getting a good product. Just make sure you get the right amount of travel for the lift you have and the type of wheeling you'll be doing.

 

3 1/4 in. front lift - 2in rear with 33x11.50x16

 

a lot of great info

 

What do you all think, alright so I have an 2005 Tacoma sport 6speed, and I have a 3inch suspension lift on it now running 33's. I was thinking should I move up to a 6inch suspension lift and put bigger tires, or should I just supercharge it instead and leave it the way it is now?

 

a question...

I am looking to level my truck out, I've read that I should get bilstein 5100 and set them at 1.75 and then call the dealership and say my truck is bottoming out with a heavy load in order to get the rear TSB.. is this right?

or can i level it out just by the bilstein 5100 and setting them at .85

 

I'm not smart enough to understand everything you said, but what stands out is that you want to level the truck instead of lift the truck. I can't wrap my mind around it.

Just get adjustables up front and fine tune them to perfect your ride height. <---BORING.

Your stock springs in the rear are going to go to hell over time, and either sag or snap. Might as well spend the 1k and install an Old Man Emu 2" lift and be done with it.

 

I have a prerunner so spending 1k on a lift doesn't make sense... I wanna know how to go about getting rear leafs from the dealer via the TSB and what to set the bilstien 5100s at. Also what order to do it in

 

2 or 4WD, 1k to set your truck up 2" on a solid performance suspension is a great deal. It'll handle better, and you can haul more stuff. If the dealer won't take care of you you should consider it.

Sorry, I don't have the recommended settings for the Billies.

 

2wd

 

What I meant was throwing an Emu lift in is a good idea even if it's a 2wd. It'll replace all of the springs and shocks on your truck. It'll level it out and it'll handle a lot better. OEM rear springs blow anyway.

 

That 1000$ is that installed or just for the parts?