13.5-Inch Travel Long Travel Kit with Uniballs

The Dirt King Long Travel Kit is engineered to drastically improve off-road handling for the 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma (2WD/4WD) while maintaining daily drivability. This advanced suspension system unlocks 13.5 inches of wheel travel and supports up to 35-inch tires, with a track width that is 3.5 inches wider per side. It utilizes 1-inch stainless steel uniballs in the outer pivots for enhanced strength and greater articulation compared to standard ball joints. The kit's design prioritizes ground clearance by mounting the lower arms in the factory location, unlike some competitors. Construction involves robust boxed plate upper and lower control arms made from 3/16-inch and 1/8-inch steel, internally ribbed with extrusions for reduced weight. The kit includes essential components such as 8-inch quad-wrapped limit straps, weld-on adjustable limit strap mounts, 17-4 stainless steel misalignment spacers and tie rod extensions, DOT-approved extended brake lines, grade 8 mounting hardware, zinc-plated bushing washers, and bump stop spacers. Installation requires specific considerations. For 4WD models, a 1-inch differential drop kit and machining of inner CV joints are necessary to achieve full travel. The system is designed to work with OEM and Dirt King-specific shocks, but aftermarket options like King, Fox, or Icon coilovers with 600lb springs and specific spacers can be used, though they may limit travel. Bypass shocks are also compatible, requiring an optional weld-on bypass shock hoop kit that involves welding and frame modifications. For extreme off-roading, bump stops can be integrated, also necessitating welding and frame modifications. Furthermore, fitting 35-inch tires will require modifications to the wheel wells, including folding over the firewall pinch weld, shaving the front cab mount, and modifying the upper wheel well to prevent contact. This kit is compatible with 2WD and 4WD models and requires front fiberglass. Compatibility with other brands should be confirmed with the respective manufacturers. The disclaimer notes that all Dirt King products are for off-road use only and proper installation, maintenance, and alignment, including ADAS recalibration, are critical and the customer's responsibility.