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03' 2wd, add a leaf;who. So upgrade front;who.

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by TWOBY, Nov 28, 2020.

  1. Nov 28, 2020 at 5:03 PM
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    TWOBY

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    Hi all! ( 03' 2wd )(clueless, please guide)
    I want to carry more weight; Is there an 'add a leaf' I should go with? or, how do I get it done.

    Then, upgrade the front to match the leaf height ;(2"?)
    Camburg uca +Bilstein? Icon?
     
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  2. Nov 28, 2020 at 5:26 PM
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    Doctor Flex

    Doctor Flex Just browsing...

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    TRD Pro skid, Line-X, Tonneau, drivers grab handle, wireless charger, RB 20's, TRD Pro wheels, Gator Liners.
    Generally speaking, payload capacity is non-modifiable. Adding different suspension components, bed stiffeners, brakes, etc, do not allow increasing payload capacities. Neither do they allow you to tow more. It is all based upon stopping abilities, frame capabilities, brake and rotor abilities, etc. The cheapest and safest way to improve payload and towing is buying a different truck. I am not up to date on the 03 MY specifically, but for gen 2/3, the front is raked about 2 inches lower than the rear, allowing for leveling with payload. Leveling, and then towing and carrying near payload often causes the vehicle to be nose up (front end higher) which affects braking, and steering, amongst other things, so if you are towing and hauling often, you want to maintain rake. There are threads dedicated to towing with a TRD pro truck, which has no rake, because they end up nose high. Usually it entails new shackles or rear airbags. Hope this is helpful.

    TL;DR: you can't increase payload or towing capacity legally or safely.
     
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  3. Nov 28, 2020 at 5:34 PM
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    TWOBY

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    Thank you!
     
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