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Will I need new springs after I add this aluminum bumper and winch?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by DeliRose, Jun 15, 2023.

  1. Jun 15, 2023 at 6:14 AM
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    DeliRose

    DeliRose [OP] New Member

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    Greenlane aluminum skidplate Greenlane aluminum sliders Greenlane aluminum stump bumper RC Pro 9500 Winch
    Currently on my 2019 TRD OR, I have Greenlane aluminum enging and transmission skid plates, alluminum sliders, a prinsu roof rack and I'm about to install the greenlane aluminum bumper and a rough country pro 9500 winch with synthetic line (combined weight of about 100-110lbs).

    Do you guys think that after adding this much weight tl the front end, I could get away with not getting upgraded springs? Someone on FB marketplace is selling an Eibach spring that's 700lbs for about $225. Would that be a good idea for me to pick up?
     
  2. Jun 19, 2023 at 6:43 PM
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    Waynebarkr

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    So, I have a very similar (almost identical) load on my 2020 OR and I did change out my front springs to 700lb ones. I wish I hadn't. they are too much for the load. Maybe 650lb ones might work but definitely the 700lb ones are too much. I am planning to go back to the stock 600lb front springs eventually.
     

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