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Upgrading suspension fox 2.0

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by Boxer310, Nov 6, 2018.

  1. Nov 6, 2018 at 12:07 PM
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    Looking to upgrade my 2018 tundra sr5 crewmax suspension to help with off roading currently looking at the fox 2.0 kit. But I'm a bit of a noob in this and not sure if I need to purchase the entire kit or just the rear shocks what's the differnece in these types and do I even Ned the full kit all at once or step by step or do I even need the full kit any info would be appreciated thank . they are selling on auto anything
    1.Rear smooth body shocks
    2. Front coil over shocks
    3.rear smooth body resoirvor shocks
     
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    PM @eccracer104 and he will take care of you.

    I would also skip the 2.0 and go 2.5”. You will be so much happier in the long run.
     
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    skip the 2.0 and go 2.5. we have big heavy trucks
     
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    also check Toytec offerings. the sky is the limit when it comes to suspension...and:spending:
     
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    @Boxer310 feel free to PM me in regards to pricing, but to assist in picking out the right stuff we can do that here so it may help others as well.

    As mentioned, the 2.5 shocks are more "future proof" than the 2.0
    I run 2.0 rears on my tacoma, but they'll be swapped to 2.5 when I can afford it.

    To comment on that some more:
    You can have a similar ride from either the 2.0 or 2.5 because it comes down to the valving of each shock, but the 2.5's have a nice advantage due to the larger shaft and larger body holding more oil to keep them running cooler longer.

    OP, to really get an idea what's best for you it'll also depend on the terrain. If you're going faster or have your truck weighed down definitely opt for the 2.5
    If you're cruising slower with minimal weight you can get by with the 2.0, but just that, "get by". if you'd like to have a shock that will better grow with your truck then opt for the 2.5 in my opinion.
     
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    Thanks for the tips I guess what my other question is do I need to purchase front and rear shocks and coil over or can I just I stall rear shocks
     
  7. Nov 6, 2018 at 2:39 PM
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    What's your reasoning for upgrading the suspension? Where do you feel it's currently lacking?

    You can most definitely do your suspension in stages and start with the front and work your way to the rear if that would suit your needs the best.
     
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    My suspension is fine haven't had any problems just want to do some minor off roading and those would help plus they look nice also. What if I would start in the rear I keep hearing the front is most important also most pricey
     
  9. Nov 6, 2018 at 7:04 PM
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    Also looking at the trd shocks offered by Toyota not sure how much better they are then the stocks but they look real nice
     
  10. Nov 6, 2018 at 9:35 PM
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    None, yet....
    If you go this route, get the Fox ones and not Bilsteins.
     
  11. Nov 7, 2018 at 4:55 AM
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    OK thanks
     

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