Lowering my '23 Tacoma 2WD

[raj4851]

My Tacoma sits as high as a 4WD. I can run smaller tires & wheels but I'm wondering about spring & shock work. All suggestions appreciated!

 

[Tomahawk Dog]

I would contact a Toyota Tech.
Lowering too much can have the same effect on mechanical components as lifting too much.

 

[raj4851]

Thank you! Good advice!

 

[StormRnr]

There have to be custom coil springs available to swap in. Or maybe a strut from a different application. Or maybe custom springs. Same for the rear. Custom lowering springs.

 

[bonifacio]

2" FRONT / 3.5" REAR LOWERING KIT fits 2016-2023 TACOMA TR.2037

The TR-2037 Lowering Kit is designed to fit all 2016-2017 Tacoma Double Cab & Access Cab. This kit is designed to reuse the Original Equipment shocks & springs in order to retain the great Toyota ride quality. It can be installed in your driveway or

sosperformance.com

 

[raj4851]

So you're saying that this will fit a 2023?! Sounds wonderful. Who is this kit made by? I'll try typing in TR2037 & see if I can find it that way. Thanks so much!!

 

[raj4851]

I just checked online. Sure enough, that's the way to go about it. Thanks very much!

 

[Tomahawk Dog]

Source: https://youtu.be/nmz0tjtHe6o

 

[raj4851]

Thank you, very helpful!!!

 

[bonifacio]

I just checked online. Sure enough, that's the way to go about it. Thanks very much!

Seems like SOS Performance is definitely the way to go for lowering.

Also looks like if you pair it with these you can get 3" in the front. Might work. If interested, I would start by getting the SOS then calling these guys and seeing about compatibility.

PAIR FRONT 3" DROP Struts 171371 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma 6 LUG Prerunner & 4WD *USE YOUR COILS DROPSTRUT-TA-171371-3-6

3" Lowered Struts Bare, uses original factory coils-DROPSTRUT-TA-171371-3-6

airbagit.com

This one is done pretty well. Has the SOS Kit.

 

[raj4851]

That is great news! The TE2037 lowers 2" in the front, not quite enough for me. This kit is more to my liking. The SOS kit you show here is what I want for the front. If I can get the kit for the back it would be great! The truck pictured sits like I want mine to sit. Thanks very much!!

 

[bonifacio]

That is great news! The TE2037 lowers 2" in the front, not quite enough for me. This kit is more to my liking. The SOS kit you show here is what I want for the front. If I can get the kit for the back it would be great! The truck pictured sits like I want mine to sit. Thanks very much!!

Just looking at this stuff is making me regret lifting my truck twice now. I should have just stuck to what I knew and lowered the bitch.

 

[JCC]

lowered looks better than I expected

 

[raj4851]

I can hardly wait!! this being a new truck, I hope lowering doesn't affect the warranty.

 

[bonifacio]

I can hardly wait!! this being a new truck, I hope lowering doesn't affect the warranty.

If lowering causes a direct failure and the dealership can prove that, then they can void the warranty coverage on just that specific part of the vehicle.

Lifting can cause driveline vibration and needle bearing failure. So they can prove that vibration correction or premature failure of the needle bearing is not covered.
They may be able to loosely "prove" that even though needle bearings can prematurely fail on stock vehicles.

But if you attempt to install something and short out/fry wiring, they can't void your overall warranty or drivetrain/suspension or anything else.

Look into the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.

Magnuson Moss Warranty Act

Many auto-enthusiasts who want to get the best performance from their vehicle are worried that they may cancel their vehicle’s manufacturer’s warranty when they modify their ride. This page is here to help answer your questions on your rights and responsibilities as a consumer.

injen.com

 

[raj4851]

Thank you!! That's very good information!!