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This is a discussion thread titled "Thinking About a Lift", within the Suspension & Axle forum, part of the Technical & Vehicle Assistance Forums category.
I own a 2005 2WD V8 Tundra Step-Side with the TRD Sport Package. I'm considering getting a lift but do not want to spend to much money. I've looked at lift kits on the internet but get lost in all the terminology. I mainly just want the lift for looks and little to no offroading. What are the pros and cons of getting a lift and could someone reccomend a particular kit. Also would I have to get new tires?
How high do you want to go? If you just want to be level, 2" to 2 1/2" spacers up front should do it. Toytec, Revtek, Daystar are all good spacer lifts, Donahoe Racing also makes a spacer kit. Toytec is probably the best between quality and price. With just a leveling kit, you would not need to get new tires, I didn't yet, check my pics. Eventually I will get some taller tires.
Pros are better looks, slightly higher ground clearance if you off road. Cons are slightly stiffer ride, not as much travel before you bottom out your shock (again if you offroad), and you may max out your camber settings getting the tires aligned.
I recommend the Toytec, course I'm a little biased. Cost me just over $100 for the spacers. I installed myself, it should be much easier for you as your only 2wd, no CV axles in your way. Good luck!
__________________ "Si vis pacem, para bellum"-Vegetius
2005 Tacoma Doublecab TRD Offroad 4X4 shortbed - Modifications - Fog light mod, Debadged, Black Toyota grille emblem, Map Light Mod, DRL mod
Factory Accessories - Tacoma Bedmat, Extra set of D-rings installed in front bed bolts, Extra set of factory tie downs
Optional Options - FilterMag, Fumoto valve, Westin Suregrip running boards w/LED lights, WeatherTech Floorliners, WeatherTech window visor vents, Prestige remote car starter w/keyless entry, SilverStar headlight and turn signal bulbs, Toytek 2" lift, Muth heated signal mirrors, WAAG grille guard (center only, I'm old school), Taillights tinted by JonsTintedTails.com, Anthracite FJ Cruiser wheels w/ 265/75r16 BFGoodrich A/T
I checked out Toytec website and have kind of decided on getting the 2.5" Pro Basic Kit. Unless someone can mention some reasons as to why this would not be a good idea.
If you're not interested in a lot of extra height, the cheapest way to go... since you have a 2WD Tundra... is to keep and eye out here on the boards, for someone selling their "stock" coil springs off a 4WD. Like this thread for example. Too bad these have already sold, but at least you get the idea. This option will effectivley "level" your truck with no problem.
If you decide to go any higher... then you may need to consider something aftermarket. Spacers are (obviously) the cheapest route; then coil springs like the one's offered by Wheeler's, and finally... the expensive stuff. Coilovers and complete kits.
__________________ 2004 SR5 Double Cab 4x4 w/TRD Pkg. Mods to Date:
16" 5 Spoke Brawn Enkei Wheels, Keyless Entry, Line-X Bed Liner, Challenger Running Boards, Husky Floor Liners, Bug Flector II (painted to match), Colegan Bra, Borla Dual (Side-Exit) Exhaust System, 2" Wheeler's Coil Lift, TRD Add-A-Leafs Mods to Come:
265/75/16 BFG A/T's, Possible Mods:
Seat Covers, 3M Clear Bra (hopefully... just cost so friggin' much!)
Just "my" personal opinion...
As I see it, adding spacers to a stock coilover assembly, premenately compresses the stock coil to some degree. It has to, to allow for the spacer. Even though this achieves the desired "lift", this "added compression"... again IMPO... has got to "stiffen" the coil spring and its "rate of compression", which can only serve to make the ride stiffer and harsher. Obviously, it's not much, when you consider the number of TS.com members who have spacers over coils. As for myself, I just didn't like this idea and that's why I chose the Wheeler's coils over spacers.
However, when the Tundra first came out and the "lifting bug" bit, about the ONLY choice out there... in the beginning... were spacers. And for that reason, I won't knock spacers, as PLENTY of TS.com members have 'em.
That leaves the choice up to your "desired" expectations from any particular lift. The best advice I can offer... take your time and research, research, research. It took me the better part of a full year, to make my decison , but I'm VERY satisfied, that it was the right decision for me. Just make SURE you're satisfied with whatever choice you make, or you'll always be second-guessing your decision.
__________________ 2004 SR5 Double Cab 4x4 w/TRD Pkg. Mods to Date:
16" 5 Spoke Brawn Enkei Wheels, Keyless Entry, Line-X Bed Liner, Challenger Running Boards, Husky Floor Liners, Bug Flector II (painted to match), Colegan Bra, Borla Dual (Side-Exit) Exhaust System, 2" Wheeler's Coil Lift, TRD Add-A-Leafs Mods to Come:
265/75/16 BFG A/T's, Possible Mods:
Seat Covers, 3M Clear Bra (hopefully... just cost so friggin' much!)
I have an 04 AC 2WD w/ TRD Off Road package and I went with the cornfed 2" spacer which compresses the spring and I like how much it stiffened the front. Not bad at all b/c I thought it was a little floaty in the first place. I dont really do any off roading and I havent had any problems. I did it to level the truck but to get closer to level, without changing the rear, is probably the wheeler's coils. They are just more expensive. The best thing is like Tundrastruckdave said is research and get what YOU think is best, then youll be happy with it. Good luck.
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Thinking About a Lift
This option will effectivley "level" your truck with no problem. 
, but I'm VERY satisfied, that it was the right decision for me. 
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