Auto Repair · North Phoenix, AZ
Tacoma Lift & Leveling Kits in Phoenix, AZ
A Tacoma with a little more stance and ground clearance is a great truck. Getting there the right way matters. We sell and install leveling and lift kits for Toyota Tacomas and 4Runners, check everything the lift affects, and finish with a proper alignment so your truck still drives the way a Toyota should.
Leveling kit or lift kit?
From the factory, most Tacomas sit a little lower in the front than the back. A leveling kit raises the front so the truck sits level, which gives it a cleaner, more even stance. A lift kit raises the whole truck, front and rear, for more ground clearance.
Which one is right depends on how you use your Tacoma: daily driving around Phoenix, weekend trails, towing, or all three. We'll talk it through with you before any parts go on the truck.
What a lift or leveling install involves
- An inspection of your suspension and steering before we start
- Front leveling or lift parts, and rear parts when the kit includes them
- Shocks and springs suited to the new ride height, when the kit calls for them
- Checks on brake lines, sway bar links and other parts the lift affects
- A full wheel alignment when the install is done
- A test drive to make sure the truck tracks straight and feels right
Alignment after a lift
Raising a truck changes its alignment angles, so an alignment isn't optional after a lift or leveling kit. Without one, the truck can pull, the steering wheel can sit off-center and the truck won't track the way it should. We align your Tacoma after every install and show you the readings. See our wheel alignment and TPMS page for more.
Ride quality and handling
A lift can change how your truck rides. Depending on the parts, it may feel firmer, softer or a little different on the highway. We'll be straight with you about what to expect from the setup you're considering.
Handling can change too. A taller truck can lean a little more in corners and feel different in highway crosswinds. We test-drive every truck after the install so it feels right before you take it home.
CV axles and steering geometry
On a four-wheel-drive Tacoma, lifting the front changes the angle of the CV axles and the steering parts. Too much angle can wear CV joints and boots early and change how the truck steers. We check these angles during the install and talk with you about what's right for your truck. If something feels off after a lift done elsewhere, see vibration repair and suspension and steering.
Before we install: what we'll talk through
- How you drive your Tacoma, and what you want it to do.
- Leveling kit or lift kit, and which of the kits we sell fits your goals.
- What the change means for ride, handling and alignment.
- A clear estimate for the kit and the install before we start any work.
4Runner too
We do the same careful leveling and lift work on the Toyota 4Runner, with the kit supplied and installed by us. Many of the same rules apply: plan the setup, check the angles, and finish with an alignment.
Toyota truck people since 1979
The Geesey family has been taking care of Toyota trucks and SUVs in North Phoenix since 1979. That's 47 years of experience and 14 high-tech bays on Bell Road. Our repairs are backed by our guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a leveling kit and a lift kit?
A leveling kit raises the front of your Tacoma so it sits level with the rear. A lift kit raises the whole truck for more ground clearance.
Do I need an alignment after a lift or leveling kit?
Yes. Changing the ride height changes the alignment angles. We align every truck after a lift or leveling install so it drives straight and handles the way it should.
Will a lift change how my Tacoma rides?
It can. Depending on the parts, the ride may feel firmer or softer than stock. We'll talk through what to expect before we install anything.
Do you sell the kits?
Yes. We sell and install the leveling and lift kits ourselves, so the parts, the install and the alignment all come from one shop. We'll help you pick the kit that fits how you drive.
Do you install lifts on the 4Runner?
Yes. We do leveling and lift work on the Toyota 4Runner as well as the Tacoma, and finish every install with an alignment.