Do I need to lift/change out the rear if I do a lift?

tattooo · 01-01-2008, 01:44 PM

On my 2005 Tacoma TRD Offroad ex cab, when I do the 2.5" Camburg lift up front, do I need to do anything to the rear end? The TRD Billsteins have 40,000 on them, so my concern is if I need to swap them out.

Also, has anyone ever dealt with the All Pro Off Road lift kit? It looks a lot more indepth then the Camburg kit, and while its a little more money, I wonder if it wouldn't run better over time.

Need some advice ASAP. There's a 10' snow storm coming the the area this week, so I need new tires and a lift.

Jacket · 01-01-2008, 09:28 PM

If you lift the front 2.5" and do nothing to the rear, then you'll end up with a pre-runner look (droopy ass). You'll want to do something to the rear suspension to level it out - Add a leaf to your existing springs, or get a new leaf pack that would give you a couple inches in the rear. Changing out the shocks is optional, but you can get more travel and better ride if you upgrade your shocks as well.

ocdropzone · 01-02-2008, 02:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tattooo

Need some advice ASAP. There's a 10' snow storm coming the the area this week, so I need new tires and a lift.

a lift kit isn't gonna help much with a 10' snow storm

Anyway, yes lift the rear of the truck at the same time. I used a simple Daystar leveling kit, that 'leveled' it too much and ended up using an AAL in the rear till I can get a set of OME Dakars. From what I have read on other forums (not a whole lot of lifted '05+ on Yotatech) both the Camburg and All Pro kits seem to have a decent reputation. Donohue is also a good one.

Just curious if you had Toyota replace your rear springs under the TSB?

tattooo · 01-02-2008, 07:38 AM

Didn't know I could have them replaced.
Anyone care to clue me in on this TSB thing?

William · 01-03-2008, 09:47 AM

There's a TSB for weak springs that replaces them. That's why I ordered new ones with my lift although the lift didn't come with new front springs like I expected.

colsoncj · 08-06-2008, 03:19 PM

Question, where are some good places to get the OME Darkar springs?

colsoncj · 08-06-2008, 07:08 PM

nevermind... got it.

TexanTaco · 08-07-2008, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jacket

If you lift the front 2.5" and do nothing to the rear, then you'll end up with a pre-runner look (droopy ass). You'll want to do something to the rear suspension to level it out - Add a leaf to your existing springs, or get a new leaf pack that would give you a couple inches in the rear. Changing out the shocks is optional, but you can get more travel and better ride if you upgrade your shocks as well.

Old thread I know, but my PreRunner doesn't have a droopy ass!

01-01-2008, 01:44 PM	#1 (permalink)
tattooo Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 5	Do I need to lift/change out the rear if I do a lift? On my 2005 Tacoma TRD Offroad ex cab, when I do the 2.5" Camburg lift up front, do I need to do anything to the rear end? The TRD Billsteins have 40,000 on them, so my concern is if I need to swap them out. Also, has anyone ever dealt with the All Pro Off Road lift kit? It looks a lot more indepth then the Camburg kit, and while its a little more money, I wonder if it wouldn't run better over time. Need some advice ASAP. There's a 10' snow storm coming the the area this week, so I need new tires and a lift.

01-01-2008, 09:28 PM	#2 (permalink)
Jacket Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Boulder/Lafayette, CO Posts: 186	If you lift the front 2.5" and do nothing to the rear, then you'll end up with a pre-runner look (droopy ass). You'll want to do something to the rear suspension to level it out - Add a leaf to your existing springs, or get a new leaf pack that would give you a couple inches in the rear. Changing out the shocks is optional, but you can get more travel and better ride if you upgrade your shocks as well. __________________ 06 Tacoma TRD OR 4x4 V6, TRAC, DAC, OME, ARB, Warn, Demello...

01-03-2008, 09:47 AM	#5 (permalink)
William Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bradley Junction, Florida Posts: 249	There's a TSB for weak springs that replaces them. That's why I ordered new ones with my lift although the lift didn't come with new front springs like I expected. __________________ '06 Tacoma TRD 4wd 4 door short bed, rear locker mod (can use in high range and 2wd now), Skyjacker 3" lift struts with new rear springs and shocks, 285/75-16 BFG All Terrains, more to come. '08 Yamaha FJR1300 with ABS and power adjustable windshield. '06 Yamaha Wolverine 450 sport/4wd ATV '07 Kawasaki Brute Force 750 ATV Last edited by William; 01-04-2008 at 06:35 AM.

08-06-2008, 03:19 PM	#6 (permalink)
colsoncj Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Monett, MO (Springfield) Posts: 2,499	Question, where are some good places to get the OME Darkar springs? __________________ Cory Eastern OK, Western/Northern AR, Southeastern KS, or Southern MO area: OZARKS 4ROC Click Here 04 Dodge 2500 Cummins - DD/Tow Rig 02 Z06 Corvette - Weekender 94 FZJ80 - Wheelin Rig. Currently on 33"s, plan to go 35"s. 72 Buick GS - i.e. the project that will never get done.

08-06-2008, 07:08 PM	#7 (permalink)
colsoncj Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Monett, MO (Springfield) Posts: 2,499	nevermind... got it. __________________ Cory Eastern OK, Western/Northern AR, Southeastern KS, or Southern MO area: OZARKS 4ROC Click Here 04 Dodge 2500 Cummins - DD/Tow Rig 02 Z06 Corvette - Weekender 94 FZJ80 - Wheelin Rig. Currently on 33"s, plan to go 35"s. 72 Buick GS - i.e. the project that will never get done.

01-02-2008, 07:38 AM	#4 (permalink)
tattooo Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 5	Didn't know I could have them replaced. Anyone care to clue me in on this TSB thing?

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