I installed my lift a few years ago and I wanted to show you the clip of where I installed the AAL as well what I learned in the long run about them. It's something I feel is important for all us folks who want a lift. Here's a good 3 leaf AAL amzn.to/3ntl7KZ single leaf here amzn.to/2Gvbs6d good starter full leaf pack (you need 2) amzn.to/2SABI1o
@JAM76ER3 жыл бұрын
My 4runner has been lifted for 3 weeks and I’m already looking into heavier springs. It’s built into our DNA. I’ve done same with my mountain bike, my road bikes, all my guns. That feeling you get after an upgrade you do yourself. When outside looking at it and your wife is shaking her head. Man it’s addicting. Guys like us will never be satisfied. I wish the buy once cry once would work for me. I’d be a rich man. I really enjoy your channel. Take care.
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
It never ends! Thanks for watching 🙏
@rixondejas3 жыл бұрын
"Buy once, Cry once", good advice. I enjoy watching your videos as they offer insightful perspective on the evolution of your rig. I am about to start (mildly) building up my '21 TRDORSB and am using your posts as a general guide. Thanks for the videos. Cheers!
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
Glad to help
@miztrusa2 ай бұрын
A note to anyone installing an icon pack to a Tundra, main spring and overload are to stay in per instructions as of today. Jus received my pack and after watching many videos of ppl not following instructions I thought I'd drop this post.
@MrAmilcar197411 ай бұрын
Seems there is nothing wrong with the Add a Leaf unless you'll need more load capacity later. Glad Rob made the video because I thought it was to explain why you shouldn't install an Add a Leaf, which is what I'm planning to do here in a few days to my truck. But on my case, I just want to lift about 1.5" on the back just to have the truck leveled with the front (lifted about 2.5") just to make it look even and add just a little bit more load capacity(not much at all). Plus I wouldn't mind having to do something else later if I decide that I want to have the truck lifted even more since I love working on my own cars in my garage anyways. I can save hundreds of dollars doing my own work, and knowing that I didn't get scammed by a mechanic not doing their job right. Unless it is something inside the engine or transmission, I do all the work on my cars. on my leveling kit(just about 2.5") I saved $600 just by doing it on my own.
@RobDaman11 ай бұрын
Your points are exactly why I DIY. I try to teach my kids something so they can do the same.
@ihatemrjesteracp16783 жыл бұрын
Your truck is my inspo
@TacomaDad3 жыл бұрын
I run a block in the back (stock leafs) and off-road heavily.... ope
@murphytoadster98642 жыл бұрын
Love that red/blue plaid shirt
@fishtacoma3 жыл бұрын
1:02 That's soooo true!
@mcc47303 жыл бұрын
I run a 2 inch block in the back on my cement gray offroad. Little over a year No problems yet.
@maybeerainmaybeesnow3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this thorough video!
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@maybeerainmaybeesnow3 жыл бұрын
@@RobDaman You bet! Really rad truck. :)
@TacomaDad3 жыл бұрын
I’ve never been first at anything but today I am! FIRST!
@Doc18554 ай бұрын
I’m curious, I’m thinking about Add a Leaf to the rear of my 23 TRD Off Road 6’ bed only because I haul a lot of stuff in the bed of our truck for work around our property. I installed air shocks on my last truck but I got tired of adding air and reducing the air depending on what I was hauling
@RobDaman4 ай бұрын
If your haul varies and you don't need the height...sumo springs may work better amzn.to/43U3f1o
@Doc18554 ай бұрын
@@RobDaman I’ve thought about the Sumo’s, but from what I’ve heard from a lot of 3rd generation Tacoma owners is that when they haul heavier stuff over a period of time, the rear leaf springs get fatigued and begin to sink down making the Tacoma look like it’s hauling stuff even when it’s empty
@Rob-pb8tp3 жыл бұрын
Great Job Brother. Nice to see you're finally catching up to me with the grey hair. LOLOLOLOL I don't feel so much like an old man now. Hey great points all, but what about flexing? What are the differences with each setup on that front? I'm all stock still on my Pro but scored a OEM leaf pack setup with an Icon AAL for free. I also have new coils for the front. I'm hoping this is all I need for a while. I'm already on skinny 33's and they are great off road so I don't need much lift. Just more strength for armor later on. Oh, I also have new Wheelers U bolt flip kit w/Superbumps. We were up in WVa last weekend on some medium trails. The Tacoma is amazing off road.
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
I have the AAK or Add A Kid mod. Every time my hair goes more gray. 😂 You can flex on a AAL no problem. I've done it. Free is always nice. Be sure to have help for the leaf pack. Make your life easier.
@Rob-pb8tp3 жыл бұрын
@@RobDaman LOLOLOLOL that's cute! AAK 😂 yeah, I'm not trying this myself. I know my danger limits!
@JesseRizo3 жыл бұрын
Baller
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
Yes you are
@FATTYTOR2 жыл бұрын
Can i used high speed (around 160-170km/hr)
@feustond10 ай бұрын
Thoughts on adding new sumo bump stops in rear?
@RobDaman10 ай бұрын
I think they're good if your load varies but if you know your weight will be static, it's best to match it with the proper leaf set up.
@davidr.15173 жыл бұрын
I'm getting ready to do the Bilstein 6112/5160 lift also. I do want to keep the load leaf in there too. I saw another guy do that.. I think it will keep the truck at a better towing capacity if needed and get the true 2" instead of 1.5" lift in the rear. Did if ride really rough by leaving the load leaf in there?
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
Shouldn't effect ride unless there's a big load which the leafs will normally invert.
@dannymokbel67722 жыл бұрын
Hey Rob I have a softopper and sleeping platform in the back all together comes to 200lbs. On camping trips I may add another 60lbs-80lbs but I can disperse some of that in the cab. Is that enough payload to lead me to want a whole new leaf pack? I also have sliders and a roof rack idk if that matters for leaf packs conversation. Love the video!
@RobDaman2 жыл бұрын
hi any additional weight will lower the suspension but you have more rear weight. full leaf pack is my recommendation for long term
@lyndonfrancisco4443 Жыл бұрын
Can i take out the overload and add a single leaf instead?plus the icon add a leaf?thanks
@RobDaman Жыл бұрын
Technically you can but it could give you a strange lift height and ride. A new full leaf pack is better if you're gonna have any payload long term
@HdaTyp3R6 ай бұрын
So if I AaL to my truck will I need to upgrade the bump stop and shocks? Or can I keep those two stock. My truck has the off road package.
@RobDaman6 ай бұрын
You can but if offroading heavily you should consider upgrading.
@Paco1994k3 жыл бұрын
Hi. Where can I get the side stripe decal? Thanks
@philq85033 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, great tips. I have '19 TRD OR 4x4, planning to get Bilstein 6112/5160 combo. Can you comment if this will make the truck look level? Or does it need AAL. Very new to truck mods and off-roading, at the most I plan to install a bed rack to carry a RTT for occasional camping trips, but I wanted the truck lifted for my occasional light to medium duty off-roading. Appreciate your reply. Thanks again!!!
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
You can level the front but when adding weight you're dropping the rear. Doesn't take much weight to lower the rear leafs. I mentioned what I learned about weight and AAL
@rileyalec Жыл бұрын
Do you need to change rear shocks when doing the AAL 3-pack?
@RobDaman Жыл бұрын
Ideally you should get longer shocks especially offroading
@ceeIoc Жыл бұрын
What is the overload spring and do you remove that when you add an aal ? I’ve seen some overload replacement aal’s
@RobDaman Жыл бұрын
it keeps from having too much negative bend of the leafs in case of too much load. depends on the manufacturer's directions to keep or remove. keeping it adds a slight amount of height.
@romand123 Жыл бұрын
Ive got a '23 TRD off road (Dbl cab, long bed) and my local 4x4 center is recommending a toytec 2.25 progressive AAL 3 pac with sumosprings for about $1300 installed. If I'm gonna be running a construction cap, my tools and towing a work trailer do you think I should just bite the bullet and do a full pack swap? Appreciate the input!
@RobDaman Жыл бұрын
With that amount of static load plus adding extra load by towing a full leaf pack is a better investment..
@chrismak4859 Жыл бұрын
When you did your AAL did you use a shim?
@RobDaman Жыл бұрын
No shim Full video here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b9OUopB409W6mI0.html
@fishtacoma3 жыл бұрын
If you were to be able to change the past, would you rather get a WHOLE NEW leaf pack like a Dakar Leaf Pack instead?
@fishtacoma3 жыл бұрын
@@Ageviest Hey there!
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
i actually talked about it in the video.
@fishtacoma3 жыл бұрын
@@RobDaman Yep. At 6:44 whoops, must've missed it. Watched it again, though
@fishtacoma3 жыл бұрын
idcboss12 Hello!
@fishtacoma3 жыл бұрын
@@Ageviest Good, so far. Got some weekend homework to do :(
@camrobot13 жыл бұрын
I am curious about ride quality after adding the 3 leaf. I just had suspension re done and truck rides extremely smooth, which I dont want to ruin. My truck has camper shell on bed but not carrying any pay load of any kind. Will the 3 leaf stiffen rear up?
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
It's very good
@brianharris95562 жыл бұрын
Rob, did you go with medium or heavy leaf pack?
@RobDaman2 жыл бұрын
if you mean Deavers it was medium.
@trucon7823 жыл бұрын
Why no more decked system?
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
Cargo Glide was better for my back n Costco runs
@trucon7823 жыл бұрын
@@RobDaman gotcha! Makes sense. Thank you for all of your videos. Very helpful.
@joelgalvan40713 жыл бұрын
How much does it increase in height if I add the 3 leaf? I just bought a tacoma and I would like to add the 3 leaf, because I want it for my work where sometimes I need to carry material or heavy things but I also want it to look robust and tall
@joelgalvan40713 жыл бұрын
I would like to make my truck like yours
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
I spoke about it in this video
@MrWetrek3 жыл бұрын
What kind of sliders are those?
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
Made from local guy... Here's the video kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gr96lsyBlpqxYoE.html
@scottlandb65793 жыл бұрын
Hey rob you have an Instagram?
@RobDaman3 жыл бұрын
_robdaman
@martingray4807 Жыл бұрын
So with AAL 3 leaf would I still have a saggy ass with 400 pounds?