How can I lower my Tundra's suspension????

I bought an '05 double-cab 2wdTundra, and am VERY surprised to be
unable to find a lowering kit for it.

I'd like a 3"front, 5" drop, but would settle for a 2", 4" drop.

The thing is so high off the ground its hard to climb into and too tall
to load/unload anything over the side of the bed.

Smaller diameter wheels/tires aren't an option.... the gas mileage is
poor as it is, and smaller tires would look goofy in the big wheel
wells.

Any ideas? Thanks in advance.

200mph schrieb:
[color=blue]
> I bought an '05 double-cab 2wdTundra, and am VERY surprised to be
> unable to find a lowering kit for it.
>
> I'd like a 3"front, 5" drop, but would settle for a 2", 4" drop.
>
> Any ideas? Thanks in advance.[/color]

You may fill it with hot lead, 2 tons should be sufficient.
These vehicles are for offroading, not for posing.
Why not stay with a J**p instead?

Axel

"200mph" <two00mph@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1115221204.059295.78320@g14g2000cwa.googlegroups.com...[color=blue]
>I bought an '05 double-cab 2wdTundra, and am VERY surprised to be
> unable to find a lowering kit for it.
>
> I'd like a 3"front, 5" drop, but would settle for a 2", 4" drop.
>
> The thing is so high off the ground its hard to climb into and too tall
> to load/unload anything over the side of the bed.
>
> Smaller diameter wheels/tires aren't an option.... the gas mileage is
> poor as it is, and smaller tires would look goofy in the big wheel
> wells.
>
> Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
>[/color]

You didn't notice the physical traits of the truck when you went shopping
for it, or check for aftermarket stuff, like lowering kits?

Take it easy people. Not everybody needs a truck that they can't get in and
out of without the help of nerf bars. And I wouldn't agree with you that a
2WD is for off-roading. I would give the aftermarket companies more time.
They probably haven't come out with a dependable, tried-and-true lowering
kit for the '05 yet.

Come out with a lowering kit for a full size truck, and you will see right
away why no one offers them ('cause no one buys em!) Get yourself an
oxy-aceletine torch from home depot and cut the springs. It's only terribly
unsafe and warranty-voiding

200mph wrote:[color=blue]
> I bought an '05 double-cab 2wdTundra, and am VERY surprised to be
> unable to find a lowering kit for it.
>
> I'd like a 3"front, 5" drop, but would settle for a 2", 4" drop.
>
> The thing is so high off the ground its hard to climb into and too tall
> to load/unload anything over the side of the bed.
>
> Smaller diameter wheels/tires aren't an option.... the gas mileage is
> poor as it is, and smaller tires would look goofy in the big wheel
> wells.
>
> Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
>[/color]

I'm not lowering mine and I have to tell you it's been a learning
experience getting my fat butt in/out of the truck, as well as how to
wash and dry it and even load it (hauled greenery from the yard to the
landfill twice too). Getting my 84 year old Mom in works with the help
of a Rubbermaid step from the kitchen. However after about 6 months of
ownership I have it pretty much wired and I really like my Tundra a lot.
I hit a high point of pride last week at Costco when helping a friend
with her new 43" HD Plasma screen - sure looked pretty in the back of MY
truck. But I digress...

I used Eibach springs before on a small sedan - didn't see anything for
the Tundra on their site, [url]http://www.eibach.com/[/url] You might bug them and
ask anyway. I popped over to [url]www.jegs.com[/url] and didn't have much patience
to search around. You might try [url]www.tundrasolutions.com[/url] too.

Also you might pick up a truck mag at the market and see if there's
anything for the Tundra - shorter springs up front (not cut), and
probably block the rear leaves is my guess. There's probably an air
ride setup, but it's too much bucks (to me).

Also, depending on where you live there should be a customizing shop or
two - you might wander over and see what they're doing. Just don't let
them bring out the torch! (grin)

Best of luck...

200mph wrote:[color=blue]
> I bought an '05 double-cab 2wdTundra, and am VERY surprised to be
> unable to find a lowering kit for it.
>
> I'd like a 3"front, 5" drop, but would settle for a 2", 4" drop.
>
> The thing is so high off the ground its hard to climb into and too tall
> to load/unload anything over the side of the bed.
>
> Smaller diameter wheels/tires aren't an option.... the gas mileage is
> poor as it is, and smaller tires would look goofy in the big wheel
> wells.
>
> Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
>[/color]

I tried asking this question after I bought my 2000 Tundra and got a lot
of negative replies also. You would think these people were making the
payments for you. Hey, it's your truck and if you want to lower it that
is your business. That being said, there are no kits out there yet. I am
waiting also, I have long since traded the 2000 Tundra but in December
bought a 2WD Double Cab and would love to lower it to close that fender
well gap. If I hear anything I will post it here, hopefully you will do
the same. As for those with negative comments, remember, it's our truck.

Jonnie Santos wrote:
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Getting my 84 year old Mom in works with the help[color=blue]
> of a Rubbermaid step from the kitchen[/color]
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I have the same problem (different Mom). What type of step do use?
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>[/color]

"200mph" <two00mph@aol.com> wrote in message
news:1115221204.059295.78320@g14g2000cwa.googlegroups.com...[color=blue]
>I bought an '05 double-cab 2wdTundra, and am VERY surprised to be
> unable to find a lowering kit for it.
>
> I'd like a 3"front, 5" drop, but would settle for a 2", 4" drop.
>
> The thing is so high off the ground its hard to climb into and too tall
> to load/unload anything over the side of the bed.
>
> Smaller diameter wheels/tires aren't an option.... the gas mileage is
> poor as it is, and smaller tires would look goofy in the big wheel
> wells.
>
> Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
>[/color]
What suspention is it? If its coil springs get em cut down or replaced with
shorter units, depending on how low ya wanna go depends on what ya have to
do. If its just to get in and out get a set of side steps to suit. If ya
really wanna slam it go for airbags all round. Will take your ride from
1inch off the deck to well over standard height. Standard ride hright is for
driving around, lowered or raised with airbags is dangerous stuff. Buthey,
its your ride.

Randy wrote:[color=blue]
>
>
> Jonnie Santos wrote:
> snipped
> Getting my 84 year old Mom in works with the help
>[color=green]
>> of a Rubbermaid step from the kitchen[/color]
>
> snipped.
>
> I have the same problem (different Mom). What type of step do use?
>[color=green]
>>[/color][/color]

Rubbermaid 4200 - bought at Target or Wal*mart (don't remember). Here's
a pic: [url]http://tinyurl.com/cjvc6[/url]

I get her to get onto the stool first facing the truck/seat(I stand
behind her giving her support), then once she's warm and fuzzy she's
standing solidly on the step, she puts her behind on the seat while
hanging on to one of the grab handles and the other hand on the back of
the seat, then just slides the rest of the way in. It's a 2 piece
process basically.

The first couple of times were pretty slow (which is fine too), because
I mostly just wanted her to be and feel safe. Old folks don't heal as
fast as us young whipper-snappers! (yeah right...) Where's my Motrin?

Jonnie Santos wrote:[color=blue]
> Randy wrote:
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>>
>>
>> Jonnie Santos wrote:
>> snipped
>> Getting my 84 year old Mom in works with the help
>>[color=darkred]
>>> of a Rubbermaid step from the kitchen[/color]
>>
>>
>> snipped.
>>
>> I have the same problem (different Mom). What type of step do use?
>>[color=darkred]
>>>[/color][/color]
>
> Rubbermaid 4200 - bought at Target or Wal*mart (don't remember). Here's
> a pic: [url]http://tinyurl.com/cjvc6[/url]
>
> I get her to get onto the stool first facing the truck/seat(I stand
> behind her giving her support), then once she's warm and fuzzy she's
> standing solidly on the step, she puts her behind on the seat while
> hanging on to one of the grab handles and the other hand on the back of
> the seat, then just slides the rest of the way in. It's a 2 piece
> process basically.
>
> The first couple of times were pretty slow (which is fine too), because
> I mostly just wanted her to be and feel safe. Old folks don't heal as
> fast as us young whipper-snappers! (yeah right...) Where's my Motrin?[/color]

LOL, I may need the step myself in a couple of years. Thanks for the
reply, instructions, and link. I'll give it a try. Beats trying to make one.

Randy wrote:[color=blue]
>
> LOL, I may need the step myself in a couple of years. Thanks for the
> reply, instructions, and link. I'll give it a try. Beats trying to make
> one.[/color]

Yeah, no kidding (needing a step and making one). I saw this, but no
Tundra application - looks really clean though...

[url]http://www.electricstep.com/[/url]

Jonnie Santos wrote:[color=blue]
> Randy wrote:
>[color=green]
>>
>> LOL, I may need the step myself in a couple of years. Thanks for the
>> reply, instructions, and link. I'll give it a try. Beats trying to
>> make one.[/color]
>
>
> Yeah, no kidding (needing a step and making one). I saw this, but no
> Tundra application - looks really clean though...
>
> [url]http://www.electricstep.com/[/url][/color]
Looks like a neat setup. I went to a couple shops that my Toyota dealer
suggested, looking for something similar, couldn't find anything that
fit the bill.

I'll try the $10 solution first. ;-)

"Doug Kanter" <ancientangler@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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>
> "200mph" <two00mph@aol.com> wrote in message
> news:1115221204.059295.78320@g14g2000cwa.googlegroups.com...[color=green]
>>I bought an '05 double-cab 2wdTundra, and am VERY surprised to be
>> unable to find a lowering kit for it.
>>
>> I'd like a 3"front, 5" drop, but would settle for a 2", 4" drop.
>>
>> The thing is so high off the ground its hard to climb into and too tall
>> to load/unload anything over the side of the bed.
>>
>> Smaller diameter wheels/tires aren't an option.... the gas mileage is
>> poor as it is, and smaller tires would look goofy in the big wheel
>> wells.
>>
>> Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
>>[/color]
>
> You didn't notice the physical traits of the truck when you went shopping
> for it, or check for aftermarket stuff, like lowering kits?
>[/color]


What a waste of a nice truck, imo.


Stew

"S.Lewis" <stew1960@cover.bellsouth.net> wrote in message
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>
> "Doug Kanter" <ancientangler@hotmail.com> wrote in message
> news:Kwaee.494$GF5.95@news02.roc.ny...[color=green]
>>
>> "200mph" <two00mph@aol.com> wrote in message
>> news:1115221204.059295.78320@g14g2000cwa.googlegroups.com...[color=darkred]
>>>I bought an '05 double-cab 2wdTundra, and am VERY surprised to be
>>> unable to find a lowering kit for it.
>>>
>>> I'd like a 3"front, 5" drop, but would settle for a 2", 4" drop.
>>>
>>> The thing is so high off the ground its hard to climb into and too tall
>>> to load/unload anything over the side of the bed.
>>>
>>> Smaller diameter wheels/tires aren't an option.... the gas mileage is
>>> poor as it is, and smaller tires would look goofy in the big wheel
>>> wells.
>>>
>>> Any ideas? Thanks in advance.
>>>[/color]
>>
>> You didn't notice the physical traits of the truck when you went shopping
>> for it, or check for aftermarket stuff, like lowering kits?
>>[/color]
>
>
> What a waste of a nice truck, imo.
>
>
> Stew[/color]

My unscientific observations (which probably aren't that inaccurate) say
that once you exclude tradespeople who REALLY need a pickup (masons,
carpenters, landscapers, etc), and people who tow boats or other things
often, 75% of truck owners have absolutely no valid reason for owning them.
However, to say more would violate a rule my father taught me: Avoid arguing
about religion. :-)