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Lifting help for beginner

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by FloridaSparky, Oct 26, 2019.

  1. Oct 26, 2019 at 11:20 AM
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    I'm new to Tundras and I have a 2013 4WD. I want to lift it 3" and put on either 285/75 R18's or 285/65 R20's. Any advice on what type of lift kits, differences between the 18 & 20 inch wheels, etc? Any advice would be great! Thanks.
     
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  2. Oct 26, 2019 at 12:03 PM
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    Great information, thank you!!
     
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    If any offroading, stay away from spacer kits.
     
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    At minimum, you should look into Bilstien 5100 of 6112/5160 combo. To get 3" front lift, you will have to add 1/4" spacer. I don't recommend going higher than 3" if you are going to stick with stock UCA. Ideally, any higher than 2.5" lift, I recommend upgrading the UCA.
     
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    Thanks!
     
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    20” will also be more expensive, more weight, and less tire exposure. I would stick with 17” if u can.
     
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    Suspension: ADS Front C/O's w/adjusters, ADS Piggyback rears, Toytec Shackles, Icon Rebound 17in wheels +25 offset, 35x12.50xr17 Nitto Ridge Grapplers. Miscellaneous: Tech 12 volts remote start, Tyger side steps, Color matched pro grille & bulge, Black handles off of SR5 Tundra
    ^ this, more tire for getting around in the dirt, ability to air down, etc.
     
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    Toytec also has a 3/1 kit, I've never had it but i've seen some really positive reviews on their stuff, might be worth looking into
     
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