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Best pavement suspension if I don’t want a lift or level

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Willard, Jan 9, 2021.

  1. Jan 9, 2021 at 11:19 AM
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    Willard

    Willard [OP] New Member

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    I know this bucks the trend, but I’m fine with the factory rake and wheel/tire size. My Tundra is my primary vehicle, so it’s not being used for off-roading except as a necessity.

    My wife does complain about the harsh ride, so I’ve been given the go-ahead to upgrade the suspension as long as it’s not any harder for her to climb in.

    We tow utility trailers and occasionally a small hiker trailer, and eventually will be hauling a four door rzr. Nothing over 5,000 lbs.

    I’ve seen 831tun’s recommendation for ADS triple bypass rears with deaver leafs. King also offers an easy swap with their oem fit triple bypass rears. I’m not sure if the deavers are a good match to those as well?

    The front would presumably get a new set of coilovers, but again I don’t want any lift. Ultimately I’m looking for a more plush ride without excessive squat once a trailer is hitched. Being rebuildable is also important. Budget is basically unlimited within reason.
     
  2. Jan 9, 2021 at 11:30 AM
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    Rex Kramer

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    Tires are the #1 item to consider if you want a plush ride, street radials are the best.

    Air bags for squat control, I recommend the on board air compressor with digital remote control - this will allow you and 'she who must be obeyed' to adjust air pressure for ride comfort on the fly.
     
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  3. Jan 9, 2021 at 11:36 AM
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    timsp8

    timsp8 Former Tundra owner for 13 years

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    I think you’re going to spend a lot of money for very little gain.
     
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  4. Jan 9, 2021 at 11:40 AM
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    Willard

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    Appreciate the replies. If I’m looking at the wrong things then that’s what I want to know.
     
  5. Jan 9, 2021 at 11:45 AM
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    timsp8

    timsp8 Former Tundra owner for 13 years

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    The leaf springs are soft and bouncy too. But harsh for me isn’t the same as harsh for you. I don’t mind the truck feel and the wife hasn’t complained. That’s why I think you might be chasing the feel and throwing money at it until you can get it dialed in. Check you tires psi and maybe lower it to the bottom of the spec range.
     
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  6. Jan 9, 2021 at 12:41 PM
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    Katzkin Leather seats, JRI shocks, Rival aluminum skids, 285/70/17 outpost nat, Berger catch can, icon rear +.5 springs, gator trifold bed cover, Perry parts bump stops, switchback turn signals,
    Factory shocks...get some 17 inch wheels with 33inch 6-8 ply tires slightly under inflated.
     

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