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Lift for 2018 TRD Pro

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Josh72v1, Jun 5, 2018.

  1. Jun 5, 2018 at 10:40 AM
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    Josh72v1

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    I have a 2018 Tacoma TRD Pro that I want to lift or level so I can fit 285/75/16 KO2’s or 33’s without rubbing. Has anyone done this successfully and what parts did you use. I saw on thread where the lift caused the dash to light up. Don’t want that
     
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  2. Jun 5, 2018 at 10:44 AM
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    Midknight

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    The TRD Pro should already sit level from the factory.

    If you want a lift I would suggest starting by having a look: https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads...2016-tacoma-presented-by-toytec-lifts.395798/

    The only difference is the TSS sensor. Some have reported this needs re-calibration after a lift, others have said they have lifted fine with full functionality retained without re-calibration.

    Just a note that a lift alone will not guarantee fitment of 285's. You need to consider the type of wheels you are using (BS, offset etc.) Alignment also plays a factor, and you will likely need to do the cab mount chop.
     
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    eldedo

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    I have 285/75/16 ko2 on my stock suspension on my pro. Just had to heat gun some plastic out of the way. I’m running the stock wheels as well

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  5. Jun 14, 2018 at 11:56 PM
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    @BEETHMODE84 Sweet truck! I am looking at running 285/75/16's as well. I have a Rough Country 2 inch level and Spydertrax wheel spacers. Do you think I will have any issues rubbing?
     
  6. Jun 15, 2018 at 3:05 AM
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    Truck looks awesome. Can you post up a side view picture? Would like to get a better look at how well those tires fit.
     
  7. Jun 15, 2018 at 3:29 AM
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    Where are you located I’ll take stock components.
     
  8. Jun 15, 2018 at 5:52 AM
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    Personally I don’t think so. But the only way to find out this to do it!
     
  9. Jun 15, 2018 at 5:53 AM
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  10. Jun 15, 2018 at 7:33 AM
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    Thanks man. Truck looks awesome! I was questioning how large of a tire I could get away with and you’ve answered that question for me.
     
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    does look good. after heat gun now no rub at all? I may do this
     
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    hmmm how tight is the rub. Kinda curious in going this direction but how much material needed to be moved?
     
  13. Jun 15, 2018 at 1:22 PM
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    at full flex it will rub-a-dub-rub...
     
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    From my understanding, the stock Pro rims have more negative offset vs the stock Off Road rims which could allow a larger tire without any rubbing? :help:
     
  15. Jun 15, 2018 at 1:50 PM
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    I see a lot of 3rd gen guys running the 255’s with no cmc and no rubbing off-road. Might be worth considering some pizza cutters. Unless you don’t mind chopping. If that’s the case carry on
     
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    :sawzall::sawzall::sawzall::sawzall: if only toyota would have opened the wheel well just an inch more on both sides.....the possiblities.
     
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    that is my thought too
     
  18. Jun 15, 2018 at 4:11 PM
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    It wasn’t much work. I have about 300 miles on mine. About 20 of that is off-road. It was nothing crazy just some trails to try it out. I’m planning on going out next weekend again hopefully push it more. My experience so far is positive but they do come close.
     
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    Still running well?
     
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    I put Kings on mine,
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