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Luv2_4x4 build. Suspension revamp!

Discussion in '1st Gen Builds (2000-2006)' started by Luv2_4x4, Aug 3, 2021.

  1. Aug 3, 2021 at 12:47 AM
    #1
    Luv2_4x4

    Luv2_4x4 [OP] From Tacoma to Tundra 02/14/21

    Joined:
    Jan 20, 2021
    Member:
    #57914
    Messages:
    134
    Gender:
    Female
    Vehicle:
    2006 DC 4WD V8
    Any suggestions?
    I'm so glad you guys talked me into buying this truck. I was not liking the old man tan color but it's slowly growing on me. I plan on doing some black accents, window tint, custom grill/bumper and new tires at some point but right now I'm focusing on more important components instead of cosmetics.

    I purchased my truck with very minimal maintenance records and it's just over 205k miles. Here's what I've accomplished in the last 6 months.... 2006 DC 4wd

    Prevenative maintenance so far is new timing belt kit, serpentine belt, radiator & hoses, thermostat, fluid change on rear diff and transfer case, transmission drain and fill, new transmission mount and new center bearing on the driveshaft.

    Onto the exciting part... My new suspension components!!!
    I'm not starting off at stock height. The rear had a 1 1/4" block and the front had a collapsing spacer kit (approx 1"). The front was sitting driver side 21 1/8" passenger 21 1/4". Back driver side 21 1/2" passenger 21 5/8".

    My intention for this build is to refresh the suspension and revamp its towing performance. Here's what was installed:
    Bilstein 5100 front & rear (bottom notch)
    OME springs 2887
    Full rear leaf pack from alcan (stock weight with added 2" lift).
    SPC UCA
    OEM LBJ
    also changed out the top mounts, and added a 1/4" spacer on the driver's side.

    I was hoping for a 1/2" rake with this set up but it ended up pretty level with only a 1/4" rake. I'm thinking once the front settles in I might get the 1/2" I want.
    I achieved about an additional 1 1/4" lift with this set up. The front driver and passenger sides are now 22 1/2". Rear driver side is 22 5/8" passenger 22 3/4".

    The truck has a much better stance now. She feels more like a truck should. Way more solid and rides very smooth!!
    I'll post and update in a few months and we'll see how she still handles.

    My next step is new valve cover gaskets and I need new LCA bushings and sway bar end links.
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  2. Aug 3, 2021 at 12:54 AM
    #2
    Luv2_4x4

    Luv2_4x4 [OP] From Tacoma to Tundra 02/14/21

    Joined:
    Jan 20, 2021
    Member:
    #57914
    Messages:
    134
    Gender:
    Female
    Vehicle:
    2006 DC 4WD V8
    Any suggestions?
    I also want to give a shout-out to @dcsleeper408 . He's the one who installed my suspension components. He was very helpful and did an amazing job!!!
     
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  3. Aug 3, 2021 at 6:46 AM
    #3
    des2mtn

    des2mtn Third Member

    Joined:
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    #48721
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    Where my wheels stop rolling
    Vehicle:
    2004 Black DC Limited 4x4
    Tonto cover
    Looks great!
     
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