Toyota Tundra Forum

I want to install a 3" leveling lift on my gen II, but want the truck to remain reliable and durable. I have owned several lifted trucks over the years, all lifted by me and lifted correctly and haven't had too many issues. Some of these were in the 12" range and still drove and lasted well. The problem is I have never owned a lifted IFS truck and worry about accelerated suspension or axle wear.

I am curious as to who here has been running a leveling kit long term and what if any issues you might have experienced. Also wondering if all these kits are created equal as they are very, very basic.

My truck is used as exactly that - a truck. I commute with it, I haul fairly good sized loads, and tow a 7k lb trailer regularly. It will also see moderate off-road use regularly mostly in deep sand. I don't plan to increase the tire size much.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Meanwhile, back on the tuna boat.......

Im running the truxxx on mine, only had it on for about 1000 miles so I really cant speak for long term... After the install I havent noticed a bit of difference in the ride besides sitting higher... I am happy with the truxxx but and I think they are all pretty equal in quality the best one that i have seen is the low range

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2007 Double Cab TRD 4 X 4
Truxxx 3 / 1 Level Kit
AFE Cold Air Intake
Rhino Liner
Toyota Under Seat Storage System
20% Tint
DeBadged
Weather Tech Floor Mats
BFG AT's 305 / 65 / 18

there is lots of debate out there about what type of leveling kit to go with. if you just want to go the spacer route...i would recommend Truxxx 3/1. (here is a link to a write-up on the Truxxx lift that was done by Tundra Headquarters http://www.tundraheadquarters.com/bl...xx-3-lift-kit/ )

if you want to go with a coilover setup, you might want to talk to Toxarch...he just did his recently.

i see you also saw the thread on the PRG lifts that Squid posted...dont know much about them, but Squid vouches for them.

Hope this helps a little.

B.A.

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Black 2008 Tundra 5.7L Limited CrewMax 4x4 - came with JBL 6CD, leather (electric/heated seats), dual headrest DVD, homelink mirror, bluetooth, heated/electric mirrors, OEM stepbars, and 18" Inkei wheels
MODs since purchase: TRD SUPERCHARGER, 22" XD Monster wheels w/Nitto Terra Grappler LT285/50R22s, Truxxx 3/1 leveling kit, debadged, TRD Swaybar, K&N CAI- Magnaflow Catback Duels, Extang Trifecta Tonneau Cover, EGR window visors & Bug-shield, Sirius Satellite Radio, OEM Back-up Camera, Beltronics RX65 radar detector (hardwired), blackout headlight MOD, limo tint, color match door handles, black mesh billet grille, smoke LED tail lights, Line-X bedliner, and Line-X'd back bumper, color match grille halo & mirrors, all-weather floormats, painted brake calipers (red) and new high performance brakepads,TRD shifter and pedals, and 6" black billet antenna
Nate

Anyone ever get any knocking or squeaking from there 3/1 lvl kit on while on full lock/turn & moving?

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I've been running the Truxxx 3/1 level kit for 27k and had no problems. It rides like before the install and with the stock size wheels and tires I experience no issues with rubbing, popping etc. With the oversize tires the rubbing can be an issue, but easily remedied in most cases.

Oh, the rear end is a little soft, but nothing that can't be cured with air bags. I haul light loads (500 or so pounds) in the bed, and tow about 2 tons on a regular basis.

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"Yeah: it's funny when friends get hurt"

2008 Tundra SR5 4x4 Crew Max- Super White

OEM: TRD Package, Sunroof, VIP RS3200 w/ GBS, JBL Premium 12 Speaker Sound w/ Sirius
Aftermarket Add-Ons: KMC XD Monster Wheels w/ Kumho Road Venture MT KL71 35 12.5 18's, Truxxx 3" front/ 1" rear leveling kit, Amp Research Retractable Steps, PE Jackrabbit Tonneau w/ Explorer Rails & Overhead Rack, 15% Visor Tint, 35% Side Front Tint, Hayes Genesis Controller (flush mounted in pocket above shifter), Coverking Custom Fit Neoprene Seat Covers (for scuba diving and dirt biking protection)

Thanks for the responses, you have answered my questions. I am going to keep it simple and go with a spacer lift. Now I just need to figure out which one to buy; probably be the Truxx simply because it seems to be the most common here, but these kits are really basic so it probably doesn't really matter.

The Truxxx has proven its self on this site, a lot of people are running them and love it. I purchased the Fat bobs garage home 3/1 kit and so far have had no problems. Then again only 500 miles. These kits are all pretty simple so time will tell for me, if saving $100 bucks was worth it.
Some one has to be the Ginny Pig

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2007 Tundra Crewmax, 5.7 liter, Limited 4x4
Fatbobs garage 3/1 Leveling kit,
20" MKW M26 wheels,
Nitto Grappler tires 305-50-20
WeatherTec front rear mats
Stampede bug guard

Figures - After reading about PRG I was going to contact him today and possibly order, but he's closed Wednesdays. Bummer.

You only put a 1000 miles on your truck since you leveled it? Seems like you did that a long time ago.

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I'm amazed at the price differences shopping around. I am finding $179 shipped to well over $320 shipped, all for the same basic kit.