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Tacoma Lift FAQ/Guide - READ THIS

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Khaos, Jul 10, 2008.

  1. Mar 24, 2017 at 10:57 AM
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    CountryDan

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  2. Mar 24, 2017 at 2:11 PM
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    I went with dakars to replace my factory leaf set. Originally wanted the all pro expos but got tired of waiting on them to get back in stock. No complaints on the dakars, (from me yet)and I do carry a constant load with a shell, HC bumper, bed platform, etc.......
    I have read good things about Deavers though.
     
  3. Mar 24, 2017 at 5:26 PM
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    I am going with Deavers.
     
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  4. Mar 29, 2017 at 5:28 AM
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    Probably been answered already but installing tomorrow need some advice. Putting adjustable 5100's on front set at 2" & 5100's in rear with 1" lift block. Will this level the truck out & would I need to use diff drop.
     
  5. Mar 29, 2017 at 5:44 AM
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    You will more than likely be 1"high in the rear. Diff drop is a waste of money.
     
  6. Mar 29, 2017 at 5:49 AM
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    Took pre install measurements and the front is 1" lower than the rear. So you are saying 2" in front lift and 1" in back lift would make it still 1" high in back. Just trying to be sure.
     
  7. Mar 29, 2017 at 6:36 AM
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    If you use the quote function or tag someone like @AUTaco it works a little faster. I think most trucks are more like 1.5-1.75 rake. The trd pros come lifted 2" ish I think. That's front only. Most leveling kits are 1.75-2" front lift. Not all Tacomas are the same for sure. I'm pretty sure it depends on which drunk put it together so they are all a little different. Did you measure both sides?
     
  8. Mar 29, 2017 at 6:46 AM
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    Yes the drunk that worked on mine got real close. 1" shorter in front than back.
     
  9. Mar 29, 2017 at 6:48 AM
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    Sounds like you have a winner then.
     
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    I've been running that size tire in KO2s on stock suspension for a little over a year now and have never had rubbing
     
  11. Mar 31, 2017 at 7:12 PM
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    I have had the FabFours premium front bumper and Expedition one rear on mine for about a year now on stock suspension. Both bumpers are 3/16" steel and I have had no suspension issues. Do your self a favor and get what ever you buy sprayed with linex premium, the powder coat started getting surface rust along the welds after only being on for about 6 months.
     
  12. Apr 8, 2017 at 9:48 AM
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    Any links to install bigger coils on my icons?
     
  13. Apr 9, 2017 at 8:35 AM
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    Hey Folks, I want to do a modest 2" lift, I plan on pulling a bass boat and I don't off road much. Can I do this with 5100's or spacers and AAL's? I have a 12 TRD double cab.
     
  14. Apr 9, 2017 at 9:57 AM
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    5100 with 884x or headstrong offroad coils (if you're a dcsb 4x4), single AAL and/+ sumosprings rear bumpstop or airbags to supplement the rear for towing. Depending on budget you may want to replace the current leaf pack with a good aftermarket ones like Dakar's. I say PM Marie @HeadStrong Off-Road
     
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  15. Apr 10, 2017 at 7:06 AM
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    Question guys: my 2013 DCSB has rear leaf springs that are pretty much dead flat and starting to bottom out (thanks Toyota), so I'm looking for suspension options and I'm getting a little confused. I know add-a-leaf kits just bandage the problem for a year or two, so I'm looking at proper rear replacements. My truck has a cap on it at all times, usually about 50lbs worth of junk, and tows a camping trailer a few times a year.

    Plan #1: Wheelers 5-leaf, OME-884 front, Bilstien 5100 shocks. I really don't care about lifting, just want more hauling ability and springs that are actually, y'know, truck springs. Then I started finding complaints about the 5-leaf packs wearing out/breaking after a year or so.

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    Plan #2: Lift kit. OME or All-Pro, I hear great things about these lifts and their carrying ability. 2-2.5" isn't much, I can probably still squeeze into 90% of the parking garages around here. But apparently doing that means you also have to deal with front diff drops, driveshaft shims, ucas, etc?

    My question is: is there a reliable way to replace the rear leafs with proper, stiff truck springs and generally upgrade the quality of the suspension that doesn't involve mass replacements of other parts?
     
  16. Apr 10, 2017 at 7:10 AM
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    Have you checked into the OME leaf packs? you can lower the height adjustment by removing one of the leafs according to the site.
     
  17. Apr 10, 2017 at 8:18 AM
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    Easy lift would be 885's on 5100's or OME shocks. That will get you around 2" up front. You won't need uca's for that. Dakar leaf pack with the long overload leaf removed. Will get you around 2" lift with all the capacity of the Dakars still intact. You will probably need to shim carrier bearing and or rear diff.
     
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    So would the OME kit from ToyTec be a good choice? 885 coils, 90021 shocks, CS047R leafs. I'd get the OME carrier bearing shim too, it's $12 so might as well. Would I need the front diff drop, or is that only needed with the top spacers and full 3" lift?
     
  19. Apr 10, 2017 at 11:14 AM
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    2nd gens don't need the diff drop. I used washers for carrier bearing drop. I'm a fan of 5100's over OME shocks. But yes that kit works. @HeadStrong Off-Road is a great place to buy from. You don't have to ask for deals. Marie gives the best price and free shipping up front.
     
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    I think this would suit your needs - Coil/Bilstein 5100 Kit w/ Dakars

    Not sure what DCSB you have but here's a guide for you depending on how much lift you want for the front.

    http://www.headstrongoffroad.com/uploads/1/1/8/4/11846658/lift_guide_shock_and_coil_selection.pdf
     
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