Tacoma TRD suspension conversion (XREAS vs. TRD)

[2000m2]

Tacoma TRD suspension swap (XREAS vs. TRD)

I tried to research this thoroughly on some of the forums and found some helpful information. Thought I would share my experience since I just did this swap from stock XREAS to the Tacoma TRD components with FJC rear springs. The truck has just over 56k miles. (By I, I mean a local shop did it for me. I got scared by taking apart XREAS.)

I found 2014 Tacoma TRD front springs & shocks and rear shocks locally. The guy drove his truck from the dealer lot straight to have a lift installed. Everything looked brand new with a total of 30 miles.

The rear shock eye bushing from the Tacoma needs to be changed out with this:
Amazon.com: Energy Suspension 9.8108G 3/4" Hourglass Shock Eye Bushing: Automotive
Other than that, everything swaps over cleanly.

I ended up with ~1.25" lift up front and ~0.50" lift for the rear. I didn't use any spacers. It definitely sits more level. I haven't driven enough to comment on the ride yet, but hope to get on some trails this weekend.

Top pic is before, bottom is after.

 

[2000m2]

My very first impression when driving the truck on the highway was "Hmmm, not sure this is better than before??"

I have about 200 miles on it now and, after bumping around on some forest service roads yesterday for several hours, I can say it is an improvement over the stock XREAS set-up. It was noticeably a better ride off-road right away and when we got back on the highway, that seemed nicer too. May have just needed some break-in. Most importantly, my wife is happy with it

I'm happy with the swap at this point.

 

[DeathCougar]

Thanks for bringing your truck by our shop! Your truck is impeccably clean, I'm a little jealous

We noticed the truck sat much more level, which was a big plus since the front was raked lower than the rear. I would suggest this upgrade to anyone looking for a nice ride offroad feel, as well as the lowered cost of a Non-Xreas system.

Cheers!
Josh
TorFab

 

[2000m2]

Josh - thanks to you guys at Torfab for doing great work (and quick turnaround). Very happy with the results!