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1st Gen, New Truck Suspension Advice

Discussion in '1st Gen Builds (2000-2006)' started by Can Can, Dec 3, 2020.

  1. Dec 3, 2020 at 9:37 PM
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    Can Can

    Can Can [OP] New Member

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    Hey Everyone!


    I recently purchased my first Tundra. It's a 2004 TRD SR5 with 119,000 miles, it has a ARB front deluxe bumper, 5in tuff country lift (I think its 5in), with rancho quick lift front struts (photo attached). Right now I need new struts as the old ones have failed and are super squeaky every time I go over any depressions/bumps.


    I am looking for advice and have a few questions. First, I took the truck to the mechanic a few weeks ago and he pointed out that when the truck is fully lifted in the air, the upper control arms come in contact and rub the coils of the front struts. Is this because the old owner put the quick lift Rancho struts (I think 2”+ lift) in, or is it some other issue with the overall lift? Could I run something like the Eibach 2.5in struts or OME front coilovers without problems, or do I need to run OEM specific ride height? I am having troubles finding quality struts that are at OEM height besides the bilstein 5100 and 6112. Also, would it be a bad idea to use stock OEM struts or bilstein 4600?


    I am under somewhat of a budget, would like to spend under the $700 range if possible. I have been looking at pretty much all struts (bilstein 5100 & 6112, Eibach, fox, OME, KYB, etc…). This truck is a daily driver and it goes off road a little bit but not a ton. However, it would be nice to have a higher quality strut as I snowmobile a lot and getting to the trailhead can be a little bumpy sometimes. What would you guys suggest? I am feeling a tad overwhelmed and I’m maybe looking at too many options.


    Sorry for the dang novel I wrote, but thank you for reading this far and thanks in advance for any advice!
     
  2. Dec 7, 2020 at 12:09 PM
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    Kimosabe

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    Welcome. That bumper is intense!
    For suspension, I wonder if the lift put a steep angle on the UCAs and is causing the rubbing. I think it's possible to run nice coilovers at or above oem ride height and will give a better ride and adjustability to help with the weight of the bumper up front.
     

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