my stock parts are still good so i dont have a concern
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landroamr
2️⃣ Bronze
When does weight become a concern?
My truck is relatively stock still other than a Toytec 3" lift + leafpack and some bigger tires.
I'm about to start adding some weight though.
1) Tonneau (Bakflip),
2) Prinsu Rack,
3) bed bars and an RTT tent on those.
4) bolt on Sliders
Unlikely to go down the new front/back bumper route.
At what point do I need to consider adjustments on my suspension?
My truck is relatively stock still other than a Toytec 3" lift + leafpack and some bigger tires.
I'm about to start adding some weight though.
1) Tonneau (Bakflip),
2) Prinsu Rack,
3) bed bars and an RTT tent on those.
4) bolt on Sliders
Unlikely to go down the new front/back bumper route.
At what point do I need to consider adjustments on my suspension?
I think you'll be fine. Probably have a slightly nicer ride, even if you lose 1/2 inch of height.
BajaTaco
2️⃣ Bronze
That's good to know. If I install a new bumper to I just turn that off?
Hello I’m looking at purchasing a 2017 Tacoma sr5 with a lift but it’s a spacer lift I was wondering how hard would it be to go back to stock or a 3.5” lift eventually. My buddy was telling me it can’t be done because of the hassle. I was curious on experienced people’s input here’s a picture of it. The price is good at 28k with 41,000 miles. I just don’t like the 6” spacer and don’t have the money for the lift now to swap it out immediately. Also I don’t plan on doing any off-roading immediately either.
It's hard to say based on the unknowns of what kind of lift was put on it. Most of the 6" lifts I know of cut a front cross member. Thus if you take the lift off, you will need to repair or replace that cut cross member.
ReconJack
2️⃣ Bronze
I've removed boots from shocks before and had no issues, they are only present to provide an external additional layer of protection from things entering the shock, if you're doing serious off roading I'd keep them on especially in dusty environments but for daily drivers they are pointless unless you like the way they look. I've also de-greased the full exterior of the shock body hung them up and sprayed them with clear enamel a few times to give them a nice layer. Worked great on my old Jeep. 50,000 miles on my BIlstiens and not a single bit of rust.
ReconJack
2️⃣ Bronze
Just keep the truck running and expect reduced performance sometimes. I think that outlet in back was more of a emergency / camping idea. That being said, I've used it with a 25ft cord to power a small chainsaw perfectly fine that took down 3-4 inch thick branches on and off roughly 50 times over an hour period with no issue.
Check out Apogee Off Road
jheffley
2️⃣ Bronze
What is the best way to level my TRD Sport effectively while maintaining ride quality and maybe adding some off-road capability?
I just purchased my first Tacoma and don't have any knowledge on suspension systems yet. What parts would I need to purchase? Is a spacer kit a bad idea?
(please do not use acronyms because I won't know what you're referencing)
Thanks in advance for any help.
I just purchased my first Tacoma and don't have any knowledge on suspension systems yet. What parts would I need to purchase? Is a spacer kit a bad idea?
(please do not use acronyms because I won't know what you're referencing)
Thanks in advance for any help.
Zoey's Taco
4️⃣ Gold
new noise when shifting into 4lo. grinding sound
TW seems to think this is nothing. I just don't like noises but can live with it if T3G says its ok.
TW seems to think this is nothing. I just don't like noises but can live with it if T3G says its ok.
Easy answer: Leveling kit from Toyota. Easy, though their installing it is a little expensive.
Regarding suspensions, there's a wealth of information and experience here. There's also three hundred thousand ways to do suspensions, so you really to need to narrow things down to 1) budget ($500? $10k?) and, 2) goal (look cool, ride quality vs performance (a little tension between these, depending...) actually use it for off roading (and what type--sand, rocks, mud, overlanding, all around daily driver?)).
Zoey's Taco
4️⃣ Gold
About that much.
jheffley
2️⃣ Bronze
I am willing to spend whatever is required to achieve the result I want but do not want to spend money for a system I won't use.
I am just wanting it leveled for looks and more clearance in the front. Trying to maintain ride quality and gain offroad performance. Will be using as daily driver, for overlanding, and snow.
I am thinking I will upgrade from stock trd sport shocks and coils to Bilstein 5100 and OME 2888.
If I am only trying to level should I look into new leaf springs as well? All the ones I can find are for lifting which I do not want. Are stock leaf springs trash?
Do I need new UCA as a result of the ~2" lift that I am going for?
If you're only looking to level, and maintain factory ride, I'd seriously just go with Toyota's leveling kit. It really is the simplest, maintains factory everything, and any issues can be taken up with the dealer.
But, OME makes good suspensions (except for the lead springs, which squeak like crazy). You'll not go wrong with what you mentioned.
No need for uca's with 2 inches.
jheffley
2️⃣ Bronze
What is their leveling kit? 2 spacers on the front?
Spacers, yes. And re-gearing is arguably something to do on a stock rig, along with a OVtune. But I had reasonable function when I had 33's (285/65/16) on my previous 2016 tacoma. The problem is more rubbing than needing to regear.
I haven’t had an issue, but that would depend on the dealer you take it to. I wouldn’t worry about it.
baconscoutAZ
1️⃣ Getting Started...
Hi, 2020 DCOR I'm about to pull the trigger on some 265/75/16 KO2's; bumping up the size just a little.
I will be using chains in the winter as we get deep intermittent snow on our property.
I'm wondering if I will I have clearance issues with this tire size and snow chains?
I will be using chains in the winter as we get deep intermittent snow on our property.
I'm wondering if I will I have clearance issues with this tire size and snow chains?
1) should be fine.
2) I used ko2's in upstate New York for two winters. Only time I got stuck was when high centered. The ko2's are awesome in the snow.
I'm running A 33x12.50R18 Toyo Open Country M/T does anyone know what's the best Tire Pressure to be running on them?. Its my Daily driver 40 miles round trip
I run 38 psi cold on 285/75/16