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want to upgrade my suspension

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by va4tacoma, Jun 12, 2018.

  1. Jun 12, 2018 at 6:48 AM
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    va4tacoma

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    What is a good option to upgrade my suspension on my 2011 off-road package? i want to stay close to stock height but would like to get new shocks and rear leaf springs at a minimum. I don't do a lot of off-roading so i want something that is gonna ride nice one the rode

    I've searched for aftermarket leaf springs but most say they raise the rear a good 2-2.5 inches
     
  2. Jun 12, 2018 at 7:34 AM
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    It really comes down to your budget and really how you plan on using your truck.

    Inexpensive set up is going with Bilstein 5100's all the way around and adding an AAL or full leaf pack

    Next route is going with a nice set of Coilovers and piggybacks in the rear paired with the same leaf pack...AAL or Full leaf pack.

    The Rear leaf springs can be made specifically for what you want. Stock height, 1" over 2" over etc...

    We have our Chase kit available which includes our Boxed UCA, King 2.5 Coilovers and King 2.5 piggy backs in the rear. Great thing about this kit is that you can purchase the parts in stages.

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  3. Jun 12, 2018 at 7:46 AM
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    I really don't do much off-roading so i've actually been leaning towards the Bilstein 5100's all the way around with a complete leaf spring replacement. I wouldnt mind 1-2 inch of lift that comes with that but don't want more than that. where could i buy a good leaf spring replacement that would pair well with the 5100s??

    Thanks for the quick response
     
  4. Jun 16, 2018 at 5:13 PM
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    Corny Taco

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    You could go the same route as me, (still have everything in my house waiting to be installed) 5100s on all 4 corners and the normal dakar leafs. I also have toytec eibach springs up front, but I just did that for more lift and weight support for when I get a new front bumper.
     
  5. Jun 17, 2018 at 10:43 PM
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    Before deavers i had icon 3 leaf aal which worked well with my slightly sagging oem 4 leaf. Wheelers makes a similar aal. Also wanted to keep the height down but I did keep overload in because i carry weight. So i got more like 2” rather than 1.5. Icon says to remove overload for a better ride but you lose a little carrying capacity. Bilstein in front worked well also at 1.75” if I remember correctly. 2.5 gets a but rough ive heard. Solod setup I just can never leave things alone
     
  6. Jun 17, 2018 at 10:46 PM
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    For leaf springs you would be best off going to a local spring shop and getting something custom built.
     
  7. Jun 17, 2018 at 10:48 PM
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