Is the TRD 3" Suspension Lift Kit for a 2024 Tundra sufficient for an Alu cabin build?

[Umbrarian]

For reference, here's a nice video about the lift kit:

So rear lift is via spacers.

cant see that changing payload.

 

[tacollie]

The factory lift does some things and aftermarket lift will not- keeps the geometry corrects, etc. I agree the shocks are crappy for the money though.

Do you think that lift will support the 700-800lbs the OP is planning on carrying?

 

[plainjaneFJC]

Do you think that lift will support the 700-800lbs the OP is planning on carrying?

Yes but so will the stock suspension.

 

[hdas]

Do you want bigger tires? What exactly do you want to achieve?

I want to ride in the dirt roads of the high Rockies and minimize the chatter of washboards and rough sections. I want to clear rutted roads with no issues. I want to do that while carrying an alucab, 2 adults, 1 toddler, 1 bike and the usual equipment. Probably 2 weekends per month from April to October. Also want to minimize the wear and tear of other parts due to the offroading.

 

[tacollie]

Yes but so will the stock suspension.

I think it'll be fine on pavement but have mediocre performance in the back country. Maybe the new Tundra is different but Toyota stock suspension haven't been great at caring weight in my experience. There springs tend to be too soft for carrying loads full time.

 

[hdas]

I think it'll be fine on pavement but have mediocre performance in the back country. Maybe the new Tundra is different but Toyota stock suspension haven't been great at caring weight in my experience. There springs tend to be too soft for carrying loads full time.

In my biking experience, using bigger tires (wider) at lower pressures, helps A LOT. Is that the case for offroad trucks?

 

[tacollie]

Thanks, there's a long thread about the kit.

I say run your truck as is. If your happy with the performance in stock form the TRD kit may be fine. I still think you will want rear springs with an increased spring rate and that kit doesn't offer an increase in spring rate.

I want to ride in the dirt roads of the high Rockies and minimize the chatter of washboards and rough sections. I want to clear rutted roads with no issues. I want to do that while carrying an alucab, 2 adults, 1 toddler, 1 bike and the usual equipment. Probably 2 weekends per month from April to October. Also want to minimize the wear and tear of other parts due to the offroading.

Good tires and a basic air compressor so you can air down your tires will help a lot. I would replace the stock tires before I touch the suspension. Slowing down is good.

 

[tacollie]

In my biking experience, using bigger tires (wider) at lower pressures, helps A LOT. Is that the case for offroad trucks?

Airing down helps. Tires in the 10.5-11.5 range will be good. More sidewall helps a lot. The 20" rims aren't ideal for that.

 

[hdas]

I would replace the stock tires before I touch the suspension

What tires do you like for this application?

 

[plainjaneFJC]

It’s hard to beat the BFG KO2 tires- had them on multiple vehicles and they never disappoint

 

[tacollie]

What tires do you like for this application?

Since you're in Vail I would get something with the 3 peak snow rating. I would get a LT tire. They are typically super l stouter. BFG KO2 are good. I like the Falken AT3W. I like the Toyo AT3s but they aren't as good in the snow.

 

[hdas]

It’s hard to beat the BFG KO2 tires- had them on multiple vehicles and they never disappoint

I need to talk to my dealer.

 

[plainjaneFJC]

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I need to talk to my dealer.

I’ve had those Falkens as well and they’d be my second choice- the falkens may be superior in some ways but I like the looks of the BFG…😆

 

[tacollie]

I’ve had those Falkens as well and they’d be my second choice- the falkens may be superior in some ways but I like the looks of the BFG…😆

Falkens used to be cheaper so they were my go to. The KO2s tend to run small so I usually look for something else.

 

[rruff]

What tires do you like for this application?

I think this will be my next set. Great price for a large 35". https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nitto-Dura-Grappler-305-70R18-126-R-Tire/44861228

Yes, air down for washboard. That means a good pump to air up when you are on pavement.