Toyota Tundra Pro Comp 3”/1” Leveling Kit Install! 2019 TRD-Off-Road
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Join me installing the Pro comp 3/1 leveling kit on my Toyota Tundra!
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After watching this video, I kinda wanna go fishing with this guy! Seems like a really positive dude.
When are we going?! lol Thanks for the kind comment man I really appreciate it!
Best video on leveling spacer on a tundra!!! Keep it up
Dude I love your energy. I did a lift on a jeep before but haven't dared to try my Tundra. This video is so clear and well done I think I might try it. Thanks for posting and enjoy your ride!
Thanks so much man! Sorry I never saw your comment!
I’ve watch couple of your videos and your energy is awesome very positive. Thank you!
I really appreciate that man for real! Thanks for watching and have a happy holiday season!
Good video, happy you filmed it the first time
Appreciate you taking the time to make this video KC.
Absolutely! If it can help one person I’m glad to have done it! Thanks for the comment!
As soon as I heard the comment around the 13:02 mark, I was sold and hit subscribed! Great job, very detailed and showed great work, but the vibe is awesome! Excellent job!
Haha thanks so much man! I try to think of all the question I would have and then answer them in the video so I’m glad it was helpful! Thanks for the sub!
Thanks to your video, I may do it. Watched a number of others but yours is the one I can feel the actual work. Thanks not too much editing.
Glad it was helpful! Sorry for the late reply! Hope it went well for you!
Good job and nice of you to make video showing & explaining what you have to do.
Thanks Dale I appreciate the comment! I like helping others and enjoy working on the truck so it’s a win win!
Doing 3 inch only on the front this weekend, like that prerunner look, 1 inch block on the rear feels like it evens everything back out
I will be doing this to my 2017 4x4 Tundra! Thank u!
Very good job. I appreciate you showing us this.
Cheers
Thanks for watching!
Great content sir!!
Just the look I want. Thanks man. Good vid.
Thanks so much! Hope you enjoy it!
@@kccreations5945 I did
I'm glad you filmed the first side. Lets me see the hard parts in action.
Hahaha fair enough! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video. Good job. I just completed a 3/1 SST Readylift install over this past weekend myself on my 2021 Tundra. Your video was a great help in preparations.
Tip to the DIY folks... have a good jack. It helps to have a n extra small jack or two, plus good ratcheting straps to help get the lower arm back up and in place. also it was helpful to get the whole sway arm off while doing the front spacers (put it back on last when all done). On the rear, make sure you get the rear jacked up 5-6 inches to leave room to drop the axel. Good tips to know when you are working the install in your driveway. An extra set of hands is helpful at times, though I was able to complete by myself. It took every bit of 7 hours from start to finish. Take your time and be safe.
Great tips man! Glad the install went well for you! Glad I could be of some help in the prep!
These trucks have a lean known as The Tundra lean on one side. To correct that when doing spacers in front there is a 1/4 inch shim available from ToyTec part is $24.99 plus tax and shipping but then you will be truly level when driving
Great job great video, I did mine a couple years ago and it was a bear also ! PS spacer blocks in the back made a positive difference !
Yeah I really enjoy mine! I did put the spacer blocks on the back in the next video! I love it! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Great job on all of your how to videos. Love the positive energy. Your videos are always very informative, and understandable. I'm in the process of installing my kit now and all is going well so far. Thanks
I’m so glad! Thanks for the compliment man I appreciate it! It’ll be worth it once you’re done! Let me know how you like it!
Thanks for the heads up about the spindle bolts. I ended up using cargo straps.
Genius! Glad it worked out for you!
"Don't film the first side shheeww" I subscribed for the honest no BS personality alone! Excellent job. And not one cuss word. I usually makeup a couple cuss words when I pull that much off my truck working on it.
Haha that was spoken out of pure exhaustion/frustration lol oh I’m sure there were a few off camera, but I try my best to not cuss generally. Thanks so much for your comment I really appreciate it!
@@kccreations5945 reason why I watch you
Wow great video
Fuel tank is on the driver side. Adds some weight with 28 gallons to the rear
Here's a safety tip. Place the tire under the truck so if it falls off the jacks it doesn't crush you....saw that tip elsewhere. Now I use it
Good job man!’
Thanks so much!
Thinking bout doing this to my 2021 Tundra Nightshade and going to a 33" Toyo AT
Thanks for the video. I guess now bigger tires for you...
Yes sir! Getting installed Monday! I posted a video 2 days ago of my new wheels I got so check that out if you are interested! And i’ll post a video of the new tires as well once they’re on!
Awesome video man. As far as the height difference, that’s likely related to the fuel tank being on the driver side and all the extra weight associated with that.
I hope so! I’ve heard it’s a common Trend with tundras so I’m not super worried about it!
@@kccreations5945 Tacomas also :-/
Watching this makes think I can do this at home too.
That’s the goal! Thanks for watching man!
Dropping the tie rod and sway bar all you need to get the droop for room to remove and install coilover.
Nice job.and so positive guy.thank you so much for sharing this. By the way do you know what the different between rare and front l mean how many inches . I had 2009 Toyota tundra.
Thanks man!
Here are the heights from the ground before and after the lift:
FD: 36”/ 39” FP: 36 3/4”/ 39.5”
RD: 39”/ 39” RP: 38.5”/ 39”
Nice video. Planning to do the same to my wife’s new Sequoia soon. Just be careful under there with both front wheels removed. I always throw a chunk of railroad tie under there with me just in case something failed. Be well.
You’ll love it! Thanks for the tip man! I try to be real careful being under there as well. I think I put jack stands under the frame on the sides but if not I will next time!
Yeah I do the same with the jack stands. I just like a block under there bc it’s slightly larger than my noggin and would hopefully catch the weight. lol
@@jeffladd1146 that’s a good idea! But I have a big noggin so I’m not sure I have a block that big! Lol
Nice job
Thanks!
Nice tundra
Thanks so much! Check out some of the other videos! I’ve done a lot to it since this video!
Thanks!!!
Hey KC thank you for all the videos, they helped me out big time. I just placed my order. Getting the pro comp 3/1 and also the 295/70/18 on the falken at3w. The rims I wanted to get are sold out right now, so going to put them on the stock 18' for now( hope they going to fit). Wanted to double check your new rims offset are +25 right ? P.S. YOUR TRUCK LOOKS SWeEEeEeEEEt !
Dude that's awesome! These tires have been incredible in the snow I have been so impressed! Yes my wheels are +25! Let me know how you like it when you are done! And thanks for the compliment I love it for sure!
@@kccreations5945 since the wheel I’m looking for are still sold out. I’m thinking on putting them on with the stock 18 for now. You think they will fit ? And how do you like the ride with the leveling kit ? Is it bumpy at all ?
@@johnnymui7464 They will fit but I'm not sure if you'll get more or less rubbing than I had when I installed mine. I have had some guys say they have the stock wheels with a couple inch lift and 35's and have no rubbing, so I can't say for sure. And the ride is great still! The front end is a little stiffer but still very comfortable!
Hey KC, just wondering since your mod, how's the ride on that truck? Smooth? Do you lose any tread on your tires much?
Most Tundras have 1/2” driver side lean (gas tank + battery). In other words, your differences are normal. Typically you can add a 1/2” shim on the driver side to level it out.
The gas tank is centered on tundras, like most cars.
Did you had to do alignment on front? I got 2019 tundra with 2.75 level kit and front is off on camber
Did your kit include the sway bar spacer?
What step bars are these? A link would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
Great video, just got a 2021 Tundra and I am looking to do this... Can I ask where you got your running boards? Thanks!!!
Hey man they are from amazon! Here is the link!
N-FAB T0798CC-6 Gloss Black Nerf Step; Bed Access Toyota Tundra CrewMax 5.6' Bed 07-18 www.amazon.com/dp/B001TLH2EQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_WPDGjxeZM578a
Did you any problems with alignment after install or unusual tire wear
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You didn't have to install drop sway bar spacers with this lift kit?
Does that put a lot of stress in your control arms?
Good job. Just got me thinking how does it handle,how was the wheel alignment and did the kit affect your mpg?
I think it handles about the same. It's may seem a bit stiffer up front but not bad in any way. And it was aligned no problem by the shop. I added bigger tires to the lift so check out that video, but I would say I am down a couple miles per gallon. Hope that helps!! Make sure to subscribe if you like the content!
Tengo una pregunta eso no daña lo amortiguadores?
Good job bro. You need to jack up the lower control arm to line up the hole and reinstall the bolt. It shouldn’t take more than a couple of minutes. At around 100k, I installed Bilstein 4600’s and they were way to bouncy from the get go. At 150k I installed Bilstein 5100’s which are much firmer and even has height adjustment. I highly recommend the 5100’s once your 4600’s wear out. You can take your riser blocks off too.
Looking to do this once these wear out! So I don't need spacers at all with the 5100's isn't that right?
@@kccreations5945 The 5100 has height adjustment. 0.87” to 2.28” lift.
I wanna do this to my tundra so bad
Good video. I would like to lift my 2020 tundra pro but I would be afraid to pull it all apart on my own.
Its definitely intimidating at first so you're not alone there! I did a lot of research and watched other's videos before hand as well to get an idea on how to do it. But the kit I used came with a super detailed instruction manual so honestly that was super nice to have as well. At the end of the day it's just removing bolts and nuts and putting them back together so if you know where they go it's not to bad! Let me know if you have any questions!
Awesome video boss, How is the truck riding now? Any issues ?
Thanks so much man! It rides great! I think the front end may be a little stiffer but it's not uncomfortable by any means! And I haven't had any issues! Thanks for watching!
How long start to finish did it take? Thanks! Just bought a 18 tundra
It was a while back but I think it was like 5 hours…. But that was with almost 2 hours of trying to get the spindle bolts back in which if you watch that part and do how I showed it doesn’t take that long! Lol
Did it bring down your mpg?
Agh! Cement is the best color. Im kicking myself for buying magnetic gray
Hey thanks man! Yeah I love it!
How’s the ride quality. That’s my main concern
Looks great. Did you have to do a front end alignment afterwards? Or did it stay good ?
Yes an alignment is a must after doing this since we loosened the lower and upper control arm bolts which have a cam on them for alignment. So I used a paintpen/sharpie to mark where they were initially and tried to get them close when I reinstalled, but the new height throws it off a bit as well. So better to get an alignment than ruin expensive tires ya know?! Also at Firestone if you buy the lifetime alignment it's like $200 and a one time alignment is like $100ish so it's worth it to just do the lifetime alignment and get it done each year.
@@kccreations5945 great thanks for the help
Watching this video gives confirmation to just change out the entire suspension to OME BP-51. It has to come out anyway.
Yeah fair enough! Might as well!
Thank you for the video. Did you have to loosen the bolts that hold the lower control arms to the frame? In a lot of videos they loosen these but I know they affect the alignment as well. Just curious. Thanks.
Hey Tim! Yes I did loosen them a little bit. That portion starts at 3:38 in the video if that helps! It's definitely tough because they are torqued at like 120 ft. lbs so they are hard to loosen but just make a mark on how they are aligned then loosen them slightly. Then once you are done you can realign them and then take it to get a proper alignment asap. I get mine done at Firestone because you pay $180 and you get lifetime alignments for free after that. Hope this helps!
Thanks for the reply. I missed that somehow in the video. I currently have a leveling spacer in there and wanted to simply switch coil overs (new as the original have 149,000 mikes on them), so didn’t want to mess the alignment up on it. Does the thing you marked actually rotate and then while tightening the bolt, you just hold on to it so it doesn’t rotate/ move. I’m guessing you have to loosen each side separately as I don’t think it’s a bolt that goes all the way through with a nut on the other side? Or is it? If you can take me through the process in detail then I can do this job and not take it in. FYI they want $400 to install the coil overs here in the Midwest. I imagine it probably takes them 45 minutes of actual time to do it.
@@timvolcheck6445 No problem man. That''ll be a good upgrade for sure! It will rotate if you don't hang onto it because it is a bolt that comes through with a nut on the other side. So you can loosen it a little bit without it moving but in order for the lower control arm to drop enough you'll likely loosen it quite a bit and the cam piece will move which is why it's important to mark where it sits originally. It's kind of tedious trying to get it tight while not letting it move but just be patient and you'll be able to get it close to where it was before you took it off.
@@kccreations5945 I have done it without loosing the control arm but you need to fight it a little more. I use a long strong pry bar to force it down and works. But I’m guessing it’ll need an alignment either way.
I don't get it - why does everybody lift rear more than front?!? It looks like grandjunk buick ready to lift off?
driver side will be higher than passenger side because when you get into the vehicle it will drop down a little bit and even out
Where did you get the torque specs?
Well shit. I didn’t realize it was that easy lol. I have a 2021 tundra. It’s cement as well. Guess I’ll be ordering a kit soon. What about the sway bar end link after you put the spacer on
Hahaha you got this!
Sway bar works great still!
I was wondering how you like the ride and whether or not you had to do anything for a diff drop? I plan on following your great example and would really like to talk at you for some pointers however I don't know how to contact you. Looks great and I am hoping that everything is still intact and working properly as well as not to really stiffen the ride. We ordered a 2021 Tundra PRO and are hoping that this is indeed your model.
Hey Frank! I did install a diff drop that came with my leveling kit. It's not super necessary for 3 inches but I figured since it came with it I should do it. I think I noticed my ride being a little stiffer but only over big bumps. Other than that you don't notice it! my email is kccreationsyt@gmail.com if you have any more questions!
Hey Frank! I did install a diff drop that came with my leveling kit. It's not super necessary for 3 inches but I figured since it came with it I should do it. I think I noticed my ride being a little stiffer but only over big bumps. Other than that you don't notice it! my email is kccreationsyt@gmail.com if you have any more questions!
Damn you really struggled, but this just motivates us.
Thanks I guess... I try to keep in the difficult parts to help others learn through my mistakes.
I took me 8 hours to do a similar lift / leveling kit on my 4Runner. The front was a pain, and it was the exact same process. It was rough, but it makes my 4Runner look like it should.
@@sighermike I’ve changed mine for the second time With 5” lift.
If you ever do it again use a ratchet strap to reinstall the spindle bolts. You said you struggled to get them back in. This could help someone watching your videos. Strap goes over the upper control arm and under lower. Ratchet strap will compress the two back together.
That’s a really good idea! Thanks so much for the comment! I used a pry bar to push down the upper control arm and ultimately that made the difference but pulling them both together with a strap would be great too!
Any issues with the 3 inch front spacer ? How long you got it on?
I’ve had them on since I posted the video so about 3 months! No issues at all! I’ve had a great experience them so far!
Okay, other than cosmetics, what's the benefit of raising the front, a.k.a leveling the truck front to rear? Since virtually all vehicles, from small cars to large trucks, have the front lower than the rear, surely there's a reason for that.
i have rear airbags for towing heavy. i tow a 10k lb boat with about 950 lbs tongue. i was planning to do the 3 inch front lift only as my airbags do lift the truck rear even when empty as i leave about 5psi in them when not towing and about 40 psi when towing to level her out. do you think this 3 inch kit will be bad for towing that much?
No I don't think it'll impact your towing since you have bags on to level it all! Are you using a Tundra for that? how does it tow??
@@kccreations5945 i have a trd rear sway bar, leveling airbags and performance brakes and stainless steel brake lines...does fine at 65 mph.
Why only 1 inch? Just curious
Whaht brand parts he used
Is there any negative changes to the way the truck rides with 3/1? I stopped by a shop and the guy only recommends 2” level in front.
It may be a tiny bit stiffer up front but very slight. I have really enjoyed the set up. The person you spoke to may only recommend a 2" in the front if you aren't doing rear spacers to give the truck the right look. I did 3 in the front and 1 in the back so at the end of the day it'd look the same lol. If your goal is to put bigger tires check out customoffsets.com and search the wheel and tire size you want for your truck and you can see what size lifts/leveling kits guys used to fit that particular set up. That is how I decided on mine! Hope that helps man! Have a great one!
The difference in height, could that be to offset the weight of the driver that would always be weight in the truck to bring it to equal height? Put someone in the drivers seat and measure again.
Good point
After installed the 3inch level lift kit , can we still use the factory Toyota wheel and tire 18 ?
Yes you can! Just depends on the look you want!
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After having this install for a year have you had any squeaking noises from it?
I have a video about to come out about something related to it. I haven’t had any issues with it. I have had a couple loose bolts that make some noise but I need to get under there and re-torque everything. But the lifts has been great!
Is this the same for a 2 wheel drive SR5. Most of the videos are for TRD
Yeah it should be!
Did you need to do a wheel alignment after the 3/1 leveling kit?
Yes I did for sure!
@@kccreations5945 you can put 35 on it right
Hey brother good video do you add a differential drop
I did add the differential drop! I don’t think I filmed it. It was relatively easy, but at this 3” height some say it’s needed and others don’t so I’m not sure what’s best!
@@kccreations5945 Thank you brother I have a 2016 and I installed a 2 1/2 bath top country I think it was but the spaceship goes inside of the screen doesn’t go on top what do you think about those
@@jreynoso700 I couldn't really understand the last half of your question. Could you rephrase it??
Nice vid dude, truck looks really good with that lift kit. My question is, did you loose gas milage?
Thanks I really appreciate that! Unfortunately I did. I just posted a video about it so check that out! Let me know what you think!
Do you have to get an alignment after a level kit installled ?
Yes you do need to get an alignment!
I’m looking to do the same to my tundra, how does it ride after you installed this did you notice any changes?
Hi Jorge! I would say the ride may be a bit stiffer and you can feel the difference in the accelerating and decelerating a little bit because these particular tires are pretty heavy. But in terms of handling (cornering) I haven't noticed a difference!
@@kccreations5945 I can work with that, Thank you 👍
@@jorgemorales9216 No problem!
Reattach the sway bar after it’s on the ground with tires, or the brackets/connects don’t line up, lesson learned!!!
Did u do a sway bar drop or jus left it stock position
The sway bar is in the same spot!
@@kccreations5945 I be put a sway bar drop on mine and I’m feeling every lil bump I the road and a lil vibration may ur the sway bar back to stop and see what happens
Did you have to put three little spacers with three new bolts for your skid plate??
I think the spacers were if you had the differential drop which I have. Let me know if that's not what you are talking about!
@@kccreations5945 yes I have that as well. But there’s 3 little spacers specifically for the skid plate, so that the skid plate doesn’t touch the differential. I’m sure they were supposed to be installed by the shop that did my lift but when I removed the skid plate to do something trimming, I noticed there were no spacers and they used the original bolts. If you look up the 3/2 ReadyLIFT for the Tundra, you’ll see at the bottom of the kit they include those 3 small spacers as well as the 3 new longer bolts.
@@stay4theride Yeah I see what you're talking about. I added those to mine. Check out my skid plate install video and I show it! Let me know if that doesn't help!
@@kccreations5945 I watched the skid plate video. Awesome work and thanks for your help.
@@stay4theride No problem man! Thanks for watching!
Did you have to cut the skid plate at all? I saw a video where a guy cut the corner off his…
I didn't need to! Some guys had to do that when they run 12" wide and don't have enough offset. My tires are 295/70 R18 with a wheel that has +25 offset.
@@kccreations5945 Thanks for the fast response. Last one, did you add the spacer for the front transom and skid plate? I am about to order the kit and noticed it has it but not sure if it is necessary.
@@Wicho4414 Yes I did add the spacer!
I’m no engineer but the driver side does have more stuff on it and more weight would cause more sag.
Yeah that’s what I thought too. And the 38gallon gas tank is on that side. But apparently it’s a common tundra issue and they sell a shim for it... not a big enough issue to deal with I don’t think! Thanks for commenting! Subscribe if you’d like! Have a good one!
I think you just sold me on the pro comp
It's an inexpensive way to get the aesthetic you want! I've enjoyed mine! When my shocks need replaced I'll probably go to the Bilstein 5100's!
Did you do a differential drop or a sway bar drop?
Hey Mike! I did do a differential drop because it came with my kit. It’s pretty easy but getting the nuts on top of the differential was a real pain, but other than that it’s easy!
Yeah. I bought this same kit after seeing your video. I struggled in the same areas you did, and almost gave up on the diff drop, but luckily I was able to get the nuts on. Thanks for the informative video. It really helped me out!!!
whats the procomp kit #, and the size of the tires?
Hey the kit is PN# 65225K. It's a 3/1 lift and it says it's only for 2007-2011 Tundra's but it worked great for my 2019. The tires in this video are the factory 275/65 R18. But my new ones you can watch the video on are 297/70/r18. which are 34" tires. Let me know what you think!
Do you tint this fits on my 2020 limited 4x4.?
I would assume so since the suspension hasn’t changed at all!
@@kccreations5945 ok thanks buddy
Is the lift still holding up how bad are the cv angles
Hey Marc the lift has been great! And my CV angles are great too. My kit came with the differential drop kit so I installed that which mitigated any poor angles. But I have seen many people do it without the diff drop with 3” lift and have no problem!
@@kccreations5945 gotcha iv order a 2.5 and jus t been wondering how the ride quality and angles will be
@@marctripp4827 yeah it’s been good man! I think it was a bit stiffer after I installed the lift but the ride a year later feels great and I wouldn’t hesitate doing it again!
tundra has a lean on the driver's side because of the ginormous 38 gallon fuel tank.
144 litres on the crew max.
After watching this im definitely not doing this myself... he started at lunch and ended in the dark! Front and back could be done at a garage in two hours.
It definitely wasn't lunch time but it took me probably 4-5 hours, but granted I got stuck on the spindle bolts for like two hours but got the other side completely done in like 45 minutes. So it was a learning curve and I filmed everything. Saved a bunch of money and was able to work on it myself! Thanks for watching!
@@kccreations5945 i wasn't saying you were slow. Im saying I would need a three day weekend if I was going to attempt it! Good job.. your truck looks great.
I don't mean to poop on the vid.
Just input. I can olmost guarantee if you do anything that resembles an abrupt impact like hitting a speed bump too fast with those spacers on your stock trd struts will collapse and the warranty you may have won't cover it cause u modified. Thatl be $500 from dealer
.... each time, and it will keep happening
"I don't mean to poop on it" but then you did anyways lol
They have worked great for the last six months with no issues at all. When the shocks go bad I'll replace with a different suspension, but there are no issues at all and the spacers are designed for this set up so it's been great.
@@kccreations5945 I didn't mean for it to sound like your vids weren't great. You do an awesome job I guess I'm just hoping to save someone from going through a busted coilover. Your not going to do much real offroading w that but people will see that extra clearance, then fit bigger tires and try and it's not the right way it's going to break. If it sounded negative it's not on your vids just the concept.
@@chriss6154 Fair enough that makes sense. I will definitely be upgrading when the time comes but it was a good way to get the aesthetic I was looking for without replacing practically brand new shocks! Thanks for the comment I appreciate you explaining what you meant!
The proper way of measuring is from hub to fender. Not from the floor to fender
Or the bottom of the wheel to the fender. Either way
Lifting your truck with spacers is like painting your truck with rattle cans. Sure, it technically does the job, but you haven't made anything better.
It’s a leveling kit. It leveled the truck so it did exactly what it was designed to do, and made it look better in my opinion. Also increased ground clearance, approach angle, and tire size. All of which make it better.
@@kccreations5945 ok. You made things 2% better.
You could have made them 50% better if you used a proper 2in coil over lift in the front. More wheel travel, which is much better than a marginal improvement in breakover angle.
As far as approach angles go, get a high clearance bumper.
@@KurNorock you’re right I’d love to do those things. They just cost a lot more so someday hopefully!
@@kccreations5945 true. I am in the same boat. Hence looking for CZcams videos about lifting tundras.. just trying to see what other people are doing.
@@KurNorock Fair enough! But no reason to degrade someone else’s truck. Hope you fine what you’re looking for!
those bolts look quite thin
but great car
Which bolts??
Pain in the ass to install.
It definitely takes some time!
Not interested in leveling.
Brooooo
All that work and it didn't do shit
It lifted it 3 inches.... That's something!