2006 Tundra Leveling Kit....any suspension folks out there

[SW CQB 45]

I have an 2006 Tundra Double Cab 2wd that I always wanted to put a front leveling kit and put larger tires on the factory 17" alloys.

First question, anyone have a Tundra....same date range/model and did this?

more questions if someone answers.


I have read on the internet of putting spacers on the front suspension makes noises on bumps and add wear to ball joints? (there was no definite answer)

more questions if someone answers that.

Only looking to level the front ......dont want to raise the rear.

if there are any truck suspension mechanics either REAL or backyard....and have some input.....please do?

My tires are about 99% worn ( ) and the door is open if I am going to do this. Not looking to spend high dollar on some fancy kit.....its just for my daily driver.

thanks in advance

 

[fat tom]

I always have them put on my Z-71 trucks. I'm sure they are available for the Tundra as well. Local tire shop charges me about $250. That includes the kit,alignment and labor.
f.t.

 

[SW CQB 45]

FT....do you know they brand they used?

any issues with the leveling kit?

 

[JcMack]

No experience with the Tundra, but I've had some experience with spring spacers. The spacers will take the "give" out of the suspension and contribution to premature ball joint and wheel bearing wear. If you put larger than stock tires on to accent the the new clearance the lift gives you, you increase unsprung weight which also wears out aforementioned parts earlier.

 

[snowman]

I installed a suspension lift on my 96 F250 eight years ago when I bought it, in order to get more snow clearance, be able to work under it without a jack, and to get a taller tire on it. I understand that a leveling kit is merely a front-end lift kit to attain uniform clearance in front and back.

My guess is that leveling kits differ somewhat between manufacturers, and so there may not be one set of answers for you. Truck suspensions also differ a good bit between makes and model years.

But enough equivocating. I can tell you that there will be some effect on handling; probably not a lot for just a leveling kit. Raise the center of gravity? Count on lowering speed on curves a little. Sudden moves left or right(swerving) will likely cause the vehicle to pitch a little more in the opposite direction of the swerve. This is all true in the case of my truck. I can't tell you for certain if it will accelerate wear on your ball joints; I believe that that is the case with my truck, because the kit included an extra spring pack underneath the stock springs which stiffened the suspension, causing more shock to the components on bumps and through holes.

I'm not an expert -just speaking from my experience with a Ford. I'm sure others will be able to help you more.

Best wishes with the project.

Andy

 

[JJEH]

Check Summit Racing for instance;

2006 TOYOTA TUNDRA Daystar Comfort Ride Polyurethane Coil Spacer Lifts KT09103BK - SummitRacing.com

Also, buy an issue of Trucking Magazine... they have plenty of advertisers and tips. Truck & SUV - Custom Truck News, Reviews, Videos - Truckin' Magazine

 

[doublesharp]

I used to routinely overload 1/2 ton pickup trucks. I towed an 18ft dovetail trailer with a tractor and bush hog with a 1/2 ton chevy. The nose was way up in the air. I had A.W Dukes put a pair Timbren Load Levelers and that solved my problem. Back in the old days of coil spring pickups there was a reversed overload spring that would engage the frame under load and they worked well. Had the soft ride until you needed the overload. The Timbrens kinda work the same way. Don't notice them until you need them.

Toyota Application Guide for Timbren Suspension Enhancement Systems

 

[fat tom]

FT....do you know they brand they used?

any issues with the leveling kit?

Can't remember the name,but I'll find out. No issues at all.
f.t.

 

[fat tom]

Still not sure of the brand,but the kits came from "Rough Country". They are about $70-$75. Good luck.

f.t.