McGaughys lowering kit owners, need info

[07Sport]

Ok, after reading alot, Im leaning towards the McGaughys 2/5 kit. Im wanting to run 22s, I dont want to do a c notch, so this is my logical choice to get a sportier look.

So, I was wondering if any of you guys took before/after measurements of your trucks and what those results were? I ask because slamdyota got 3+"s up front, 6+"s in the rear outta the same kit that street beat has now listed as a 1.75"/4" kit. I want to see what the variance is between different applications. Also, if you know your specific kits part number, thatd be great too.

I think it must have something to do with the added weight of the double/crew cabs as compared to the single cabs in the amount of drop being achieved. I dont wanna spend $500 on it, and get 1.5" up front and 4" in the back.

[slamdyota]

talked to the guy at mcgaughys today. the 4/6 kit will come out in the new year. will be the same kit as i have, but will include 2" spindles and a c-notch. The flip kit will still be used, but you will go back to the stock shackles in the back to get the 6" drop. So anyway. If you already have the 2/5 kit, which is what i have, then all you will need later is the 2" spindles and the c-notch. If you have a receipt for the kit and can prove that you have the Mcguaghys kit, the will single price items and sell the spindles and a better price and not force you to buy the whole kit. Dont know if i would want the c-notch, but i will probably buy the spindles and just install them and leave back alone. In case you wonder, the bottom of my toyota hitch cover is right at 11" off the ground, and when i started it was about 17.5".

[07Sport]

Thanks for the info. Id like to hear what other McGaughys owners got from their drop. Its tough to know what one will look like w/o getting all the changeable info from one setup to the next, IE what rear drop they went with, and what size tires as those would both greatly effect the final outcome.

[Austin Aggie]

Other factors could be whether they are 5.7, 4.7, v6, 2wd or 4wd to affect the final heights, in addition to tires/wheels size used.

BTW, I'm following this and I'm very interested as well.

I'm also in a RCSB 5.7L 2wd

[07Sport]

Originally Posted by Austin Aggie

Other factors could be whether they are 5.7, 4.7, v6, 2wd or 4wd to affect the final heights, in addition to tires/wheels size used.

BTW, I'm following this and I'm very interested as well.

I'm also in a RCSB 5.7L 2wd

Ah, true enough. Didnt even think about the different engines.

[TENTundra]

If you are installing a flip kit, it is highly advised to install the frame notch otherwise you won't like the "bang-bang" of the rear end bottoming out on the bump stop/frame. Just an FYI from someone who has owned lots of lowered full size trucks.

[slamdyota]

i have no c-notch and am running bumpstops in the back and still don't bottom out. there is a lot of room between the frame and axle

[TENTundra]

I won't doubt you do have more room than other makes. I haven't looked under one that has been lowered in the rear yet to gauge the room. A five inch or greater drop in the rear eventually will be a problem with a stock frame and hitting, especially if those shocks start to wear out. Just out of curiosity have you went through any dips with speed, or hit any bumps with some weight in the rear? If you have the flip kit and are down the five inches and haven't had this problem, then I suppose the notch would be a waste of time and money. I just speculate that McGaughys figured it was important for their kit, or maybe it was just based on every flip kit they make for other makes of trucks require a flip kit for optimum axle travel. Can you take a picture of your rear suspension at ride height showing the distance between the bumpstop/bottom of frame to the top of the axle housing? I'm sure many would like to see what to expect if they go the flip kit route.

For other viewers here is the kit being discussed.

[slamdyota]

i would be more than happy to take a pic of rear diff and room between it and the axle. i have not hit any big dips or drop offs with weight in the back, probably never carry more than a few bikes and that is it. the pic of the kit is the same as what i ordered, minus the spindles and the c-notch, plus i had shackles with mine. with this new kit, the factory shackles are used to raise the back of the leafs up higher, thus getting more of a drop. the shocks i have are pretty stiff, and probably wont bottom out. i probably will leave my truck height the way it is, not so sure i want to replace the spindles and stuff for about an inch or so more drop. the frame on this truck is pretty dinky, so a c-notch would probably be a breeze. hardest thing would be taking off the bed. if i have a spare min this weekend i will take my truck and park it beside a stock one at the dealer and snap some front and back pics.

[CYRUS888]

Originally Posted by TENTundra

If you are installing a flip kit, it is highly advised to install the frame notch otherwise you won't like the "bang-bang" of the rear end bottoming out on the bump stop/frame. Just an FYI from someone who has owned lots of lowered full size trucks.

would a c-notch weaken your frame? or load capability?

[TENTundra]

Cyrus, if installed improperly, yes it most certainly can weaken your frame and load capability. Installing a frame notch isn't something for a novice to tackle. If installed properly, in some cases with some notch kits the frame can often be stronger in that area to an extent. But by and large most aftermarket notch kits aren't meant to add strength, but rather simply be a secure means of increasing axle travel. I personally prefer a boxed c-notch over a simple bolt on one.

[CYRUS888]

Originally Posted by TENTundra

Cyrus, if installed improperly, yes it most certainly can weaken your frame and load capability. Installing a frame notch isn't something for a novice to tackle. If installed properly, in some cases with some notch kits the frame can often be stronger in that area to an extent. But by and large most aftermarket notch kits aren't meant to add strength, but rather simply be a secure means of increasing axle travel. I personally prefer a boxed c-notch over a simple bolt on one.

so what kind of C-notch does McGaughy offer in ther new kit?

[07Sport]

Originally Posted by CYRUS888

so what kind of C-notch does McGaughy offer in ther new kit?

Looks like a bolt in C notch from the picture.

[07Sport]

I wonder if theyll offer the 2/4-5 kit with the spindles as a "deluxe" kit once they come out with the 4/6? They do on dodges so I thought itd be logical that they might on the Tundras.