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Bulletproof lift

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Logan319, Jun 2, 2018.

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Opinion on Bulletproof lift kit.

  1. Not a good lift kit?

    29 vote(s)
    50.0%
  2. Go with it.

    29 vote(s)
    50.0%
  1. Jun 2, 2018 at 10:28 PM
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    Logan319

    Logan319 [OP] Member

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    what are y’alls a opinions about the bulletproof lift? If I’m lifting I’m going all the way, 10-12 inch lift with the full upgrade. Just want some reviews if anybody is riding with bulletproof.
     
  2. Jun 2, 2018 at 10:46 PM
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    Hank Heel

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  3. Jun 2, 2018 at 10:53 PM
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    tcjacado

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  4. Jun 2, 2018 at 10:55 PM
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    erok81

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    10” lift and you can only fit 37’s. :rofl:
     
  5. Jun 2, 2018 at 10:56 PM
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    inksin

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    Prepare yourself for the hate from TW. Lol
    I have zero experience with Bulletproof but there are a couple trucks (Tundras) at my workplace that have them and they are nice looking and look well put together. Definitely not off road type vehicles with that lift though.
     
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  6. Jun 2, 2018 at 10:57 PM
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    Logan319

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    Thanks for your input !
     
  7. Jun 2, 2018 at 10:58 PM
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    erok81

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    I feel like with spindles that tall and the massive drop brackets it can’t be that safe.

    Maybe back to the drawing board and do a six inch.
     
  8. Jun 2, 2018 at 11:01 PM
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    Skruf

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    10-12” on a taco!?
     
  9. Jun 2, 2018 at 11:04 PM
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    Look up spartanxtaco on instagram.

    The 5500-8500 could better be spent trying to build his truck.

    What the bullet proof kit does is basically put you truck on high heels, with out any performance gains. As well running 37’s will eat your drive train for dinner with out a regear. Best build it right from the beginning than this.

    Your money not mine. Old f250 - 350 axles from a scrapper are dirt cheap, to at least get your project going.
     
  10. Jun 2, 2018 at 11:06 PM
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    CZ5ANM Taco

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  11. Jun 2, 2018 at 11:35 PM
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    Send my regards to the mall. :devil:
     
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  12. Jun 3, 2018 at 12:17 AM
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  13. Jun 3, 2018 at 1:14 AM
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    Lol
     
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  14. Jun 3, 2018 at 3:16 AM
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    jmauvais

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    ...stuff
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  15. Jun 3, 2018 at 5:27 AM
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    I think you’re confused because the specific link I posted was literally only for the rear of the truck. Therefore the wording is correct “without needing a solid axle swap.”

    At this point he is still using original fenders front and original bed side. Just cut back about 3-4 inches.

    I guess this kit isn’t for everyone. But as well the bullet proof kit is definitely for not a lot of people on Tacoma world either. This is only a different option to consider. More go than show lol.
     
  16. Jun 3, 2018 at 7:41 AM
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  17. Jun 3, 2018 at 7:55 AM
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  18. Jun 3, 2018 at 8:01 AM
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    CZ5ANM Taco

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    “Lol” is right. Imagine building a truck that can actually flex! To each his own I guess.
     
  19. Jun 3, 2018 at 8:52 AM
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    jeremy5000

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    Buy a Jeep then. Not many of us on here need anything like that.
     
  20. Jun 3, 2018 at 8:55 AM
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    Hobbs

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    I suggest you add another vote option:

    Opinion on Bulletproof lift kit
    • Not a good lift kit?
    • Go with it
    • Never heard of it
     

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