Trucks often come from the factory with the rear end sitting slightly higher than the front; not a very appealing look… This is why a leveling kit is one of the most popular mods for truck owners. Leveling kits raise the front of a truck to make it level with the rear, which improves the truck’s aesthetic, and ground clearance for off-road adventures and makes it easier to fit larger tires. Before we dive into the juicy stuff, let’s get a few things straight; leveling kits aren’t always spacers, it may be a full suspension kit, that will level your Tacoma’s ride height. We like to categorize leveling kits into 3 different tiers: Budget, Mid-Range, and High-Performance. If you own a Toyota Tacoma and are looking for leveling kits, we have some of the best recommendations for you to choose from, keep reading to know more about your leveling kits options for the 3rd generation trucks
1. Camburg BJ UCA Fox 2.5 Factory Dsc Kit Toyota Tacoma Pre/4wd 2005-2022
Made by Camburg Engineering, a company with more than a decade long experience in manufacturing and designing off-road suspension systems, this leveling kit is the ultimate mid-travel kit for your Toyota Tacoma. Apart from lifting your truck, this leveling kit will;
- Improve your ride both on and off-road
- Eliminate weak OEM upper ball-joint
- Increase wheel travel
- Correct suspension geometry
By adding a high-performance leveling kit like this to your taco, you’re equipping it for the most extreme of driving conditions. The driving feel will be noticeably different and much more compliant. The Fox 2.5 DSC coilovers paired with the Camburg Upper Control Arms (UCAs) will assure your suspension kinematics are not only effective but reliable. Upgraded UCAs eliminate restrictive limitations to the suspension travel that comes with stock UCAs.
Features:
- ’05-15 models will see 2-3″ of front lift and ’16-22 models will see 1-2″ of front lift
- Improved ride both on and off-road
- Eliminates weak OEM upper ball-joint
- Increased wheel travel
- Corrected suspension geometry
- Made in the USA
Kit Includes:
- FOX Factory 2.5 DSC Remote Coilovers (880-06-418)
- Camburg Upper Arms (Options: Billet CAM-310184 | Uniball w/ Covers CAM-310130 | Uniball CAM-310036
- | X-joint CAM-310078)
- FOX Factory 2.5 DSC Remote Rear Shocks (883-26-007)
2. Camburg BJ UCA King 3.0 Performance Kit Toyota Tacoma Pre/4wd 2005-2022
This leveling kit by Camburg, has similar impact to the first one we covered, their only difference is that this one utilizes Kings’s larger 3.0 series front coilovers with compression adjusters. This combination of parts not only improves the ride and handling on-road but more so off-road with the larger diameter shocks and external reservoirs. With the upper arms, these shocks increase wheel travel and get your taco ready for some full-tilt trail/desert slaying.
Kit Includes:
- King 3.0 Remote Coilovers w/ Compression Adj. (33001-209A)
- Camburg Upper Arms (Options: Billet CAM-310184 | Uniball w/ Covers CAM-310130 | Uniball CAM-310036
- | X-joint CAM-310078)
- King 3.0 Bypass Rear Shocks (33001-210)
Features:
- Improved ride both on and off-road
- Eliminates weak upper ball-joint
- Increased wheel travel
- Corrected suspension geometry
- Made in the USA
- Lift: 0-3 in (front)
- Wheel Size: 16-17 in
- Max Backspacing: 4.75 in
- Tire Size: 285/75/16 | 285/70/17
3. ARB Ome Complete Suspension 2 Inch Lift Kit With BP-51 Toyota Tacoma
This kit is guaranteed to bring racing technology to your off-road technology. Starting with the shock absorbers, which feature the patent-pending technology developed to deliver unparallel on and off-road performance. The internal bypass shock absorbers which are bolt-on by the way are tested and designed to provide exceptional ride comfort around town with significant amounts of end-zone damping for exceptional chassis control and handling off-road. The kit was designed to give you:
- Enhanced ride quality and control On & Off-Road.
- Increased load-carrying capacity both rear and front.
- Increased Ride Height & Ground Clearance by 2.5-3″ Inches.
4. Eibach Springs Pro-Truck Coilover Stage 2R (Front Coilovers + Rear Reservoir Shocks ) Toyota Tacoma 2016-2020
We recommend this kit as it has been individually dyno tested for matched performance and reliability. Made by Eibach, a company that has over seven decades of specializing in the design and production of high-performance suspension systems and components, rest assured that this is a tough, well-engineered coilover system that will put up with the repeated abuse of frequent trail driving
Features:
- Rear reservoir (or, “resi”) shocks are paired with the 2.0 front coilovers to create the PRO-TRUCK-LIFT STAGE 2R
- Zinc-coated shock tubes and anodized brackets to protect against corrosion
- 5/8″ hardened, nitrocarburized rods for un-matched materials quality
- Piggy-back-type design for ease of installation improved protection
- Billet aluminum spring seats for strength
- Sturdy 46mm tubing
- Maxima (R) shock oil – because we only select the best
- The Stage 2R system can accommodate up to 1.5″ of lift (depending on application)
- Front: +0-2.5″
- Rear: +0-1.5″
Kit Includes:
- Pair of Front Coilovers + Rear Reservoir Shocks
5. Revtek Tacoma PreRunner 3.0 Inch Front Adjustable Complete Assembled Coil Over Kit with 1.5 Inch Rear Block Lift and Front SPC Adjustable Control Arms For 16-18 Toyota Tacoma and PreRunner 4WD
For an affordable price, you can get the Revtek’s Tacoma PreRunner 3.0 Inch Front Adjustable Complete Assembled Coil Over Kit with 1.5 Inch Rear Block Lift and Front SPC Adjustable Control Arms For 16-18 Toyota Tacoma and PreRunner 4WD. Made by Revtek, a company that specializes in manufacturing high-quality lift kits and suspension systems for off-roaders, this kit will;
- Level your truck for a more aggressive appearance and
- Lift your truck for more clearance and performance
Features:
- 3.0 Inch Front Adjustable Complete Assembled Coil Over Kit with 1.5 Inch Rear Block Lift and Front SPC
- Adjustable Control Arms
- 16-18 Toyota Tacoma and PreRunner 4WD
- Hardware included
- Lifetime Warranty
- Detailed installation instructions
6. Bilstein B8 6112 – Suspension Kit Toyota Front
The Bilstein B8 6112 leveling kits provide more ground clearance, allow for larger tires, and increase wheel travel. These kits consist of (2) 60mm shock absorbers combined with (2) custom-matched cold-wound coil springs and (2) billet aluminum spring seats. The large 60mm digressive piston allows for increased damping control for optimal on-road and off-road capabilities. Bilstein used its decades-long of experience to manufacture the best leveling kit for off-road enthusiasts, with benefits like;
- Adjustable spring seat which allows vehicle leveling, and increased ground clearance.
- increased oil capacity, cooling, and long-term durability thanks to the large 60 mm tubing design.
- Bigger piston for improved ride comfort and control over any rough terrain.
Features
- Spring Seat Included: Yes
- Title: Bilstein Shock Absorbers
- Internal Design: Monotube
- Reservoir: No
- California Proposition 65: WARNING: Cancer & Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
- Finish: Dampers: Zinc Plated/Springs: Black
- Boot Included: No
- Body Diameter (ID): 60mm
- Series: B8 6112
- Body Design: Snap Ring Grooved Body (Coilover)
7. aFe Control 2″ Leveling Kit Toyota Tacoma V6 2003-2021
We wouldn’t be recommending the best leveling kits, if we didn’t recommend a product from aFe. With over a decade long of experience, aFe is known for the quality of the products they make. aFe Control Leveling Kits are made of 6061 billet aluminum and provide a 2.0-inch lift in the front to provide better off-road performance while also eliminating the “nose-down rake” notorious on stock trucks. Apart from leveling your ride, this kit will also increase your ride’s front-ground clearance
Features:
- 2″ Front Lift
- CNC Machined 6061 Billet Aluminum
- High Strength Hardware
- Red Anodized Finish
- Easy Bolt-On Installation, Requires No Modifications
- Fits all 2005-2021 Toyota Tacoma Models w/ 6 Lugs
Fitment:
- Toyota 4Runner V6 4.0L 2003-2009
- Toyota 4Runner V8 4.7L 2003-2009
- Toyota FJ Cruiser V6 4.0L 2007-2014
- Toyota Tacoma L4 2.7L 2005-2021
- Toyota Tacoma V6 3.5L 2016-2021
- Toyota Tacoma V6 4.0L 2005-2015
Installing a leveling kit is beneficial, to getting a more balanced look on your truck, and apart from off-roading needs, it can be the best modification for improving stability while towing or hauling. If you have any questions about leveling kits, you would love to buy or ensure safety and proper installation, please do not hesitate to contact us. You can reach us by phone at 1-480-966-3040 or via email at sales@vividracing.com.