Toytec Boss 2.5 series coilovers

[Billynath1988]

Anyone pulling the trigger on these yet? Looking forward to hearing reviews for this new option.

ToyTec BOSS 2.5 Series Adjustable Front coil over shocks

 

[LTDSC]

looks 100% like W/E copy. or a RaceRunner with different scribe like Camburg used.

 

[YotaDan]

Those are some sweet looking race-runners.

 

[gm350reratliff]

I got to see these up close a few weeks ago and they look awesome. IIRC, they are actually built by Sway-a-Way for Toytec. I love the SAW springs on my 5th gen so I'm thinking these will be great as well. I'm also waiting on some reviews.

 

[470SNC]

They look decent since this is Toytec's first 2.5 coilover offering. I wonder what the spring rate on those are because the racerunners are way stiff at 700 lbs.

 

[DisguisedRope]

From the link: "Available with red or silver 650 lb spring rate coil springs"

 

[Wavesport]

Should have em in a few weeks. I'll post up a few shots when they get here.

 

[DKoffroad]

Ordering the full 2.5 BOSS kit soon...any opinions on if I should do the 1" diff drop for my 03 v8 or just skip it, I'd like to avoid if at all possible but I don't want to hurt the cvs

 

[Wavesport]

Just from my reading as I haven't done it yet, many who have done it say that lifting closer to 3", driveline noise, and boot wear start to accelerate. The diff drop can reduce the angle at the cv by a few degrees, not much for sure, but enough that the driveline noise will diminish. The problem with the diff drop is that the level angle of the diff fluid changes as well, and apparently can prematurely wear the input gear (correct?). Differing consensus as to whether that is worth it. I'll probably do it on my setup as it comes with the kit. Stage 2 would be the rcv axle upgrade and long travel, which should solve all of that trouble.

 

[ebg18t]

Ordering the full 2.5 BOSS kit soon...any opinions on if I should do the 1" diff drop for my 03 v8 or just skip it, I'd like to avoid if at all possible but I don't want to hurt the cvs

Just from my reading as I haven't done it yet, many who have done it say that lifting closer to 3", driveline noise, and boot wear start to accelerate. The diff drop can reduce the angle at the cv by a few degrees, not much for sure, but enough that the driveline noise will diminish. The problem with the diff drop is that the level angle of the diff fluid changes as well, and apparently can prematurely wear the input gear (correct?). Differing consensus as to whether that is worth it. I'll probably do it on my setup as it comes with the kit. Stage 2 would be the rcv axle upgrade and long travel, which should solve all of that trouble.

I put ~80k miles lifted 3+" with no diff drop on my 4Runner before I sold it. I did replace the CV's once when I had the wheel bearings replaced since everything was parts. I wouldn't worry too much. Most common scenario is the cv boots bellow rubbing on each and wearing thru or the clamps coming loose.

 

[Wavesport]

Got em.

My suspension has arrived. A 278 dollar shipping bill should include at least some handling shouldn't it?

 

[b.hog]

Been thinking about this.

 

[Wavesport]

Got some pics of the kit along with some comparison shots up in my build thread: Wavesport's Build

 

[himom]

I have had these sitting waiting for me to get some free time to get them in. they are quite inpressive

 

[DisguisedRope]

Anyone install and try these out yet? I thinkthis will be the kit that I end up purchasing. Already have new UCAs waiting for me at home. Only thoughts are that after shipping through toytec, its very close in price to the Icon stage 1 kit. Which would be a better option?

 

[Ocean Racer]

I had the clamps come loose/slip off after doing the 2" leveling kit.... Same same!

I put ~80k miles lifted 3+" with no diff drop on my 4Runner before I sold it. I did replace the CV's once when I had the wheel bearings replaced since everything was parts. I wouldn't worry too much. Most common scenario is the cv boots bellow rubbing on each and wearing thru or the clamps coming loose.

 

[TK-422]

I just ordered a set for my 5th gen. They are backordered so I will have to call and see how long the wait will be.

 

[TK-422]

It looks like AFEPOWER.COM bought the rights to Swayaway and Toytech might be a casualty. They seem to be back ordered everywhere but at afepower. They are $300 more but in stock.

I like the coilovers but if they can't get it together I might have to move to ICON.

 

[cjdewese]

Anyone end up getting these and able to provide their feedback. Haven't seen much about the 2.5's. Looking to get a kit soon and trying to see what people think and how they like them.