Installing new FOX Performance Elite 2.5 Shocks on My Toyota Tacoma! 🦊 | Overview + Install
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- Опубликовано: 13 авг 2024
- In today's video, I install and go into detail about my new FOX 2.5 Performance Elite Series shocks on my Toyota Tacoma!
- FOX 2.5 Front Coilovers: www.ridefox.com/product.php?m...
- FOX 2.5 Rear Shocks: www.ridefox.com/product.php?m...
- My FOX Race Series suspension removal video: • Removing my FOX 2.5 Ra...
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🌮 MY TACOMA: 2019 TRD Off-Road, Silver Sky Metallic DCSB 🌮
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- Baja Designs Squadron SAE Fog Lights (use code "ChloeK10" for 10% off): www.bajadesigns.com/products/...
- FOX 2.5 Front Coilovers: www.ridefox.com/product.php?m...
- FOX 2.5 Rear Shocks: www.ridefox.com/product.php?m...
- DECKED Drawer System: decked.com/products/decked-to...
- PRP Off-Road Seat Covers: www.prpseats.com/product-cate...
- Fabzone Armor Rock Sliders: / fabzonearmor
- TRD Cold Air Intake: www.sparksparts.com/oem-parts...
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0:00 - New Suspension Reveal
2:55 - My Setup
4:20 - FOX Performance Elite vs Race Series
6:56 - FOX Performance Elite Specs
8:48 - Front Coilovers Install
15:45 - Rear Shocks Install
20:25 - Final Measurements
22:17 - Final Thoughts
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I always saw the lean, but you're the first I've seen that has explained it. Thank you for that. I run fox on everything myself too, MTB and Taco. These are siiiick.
Great job on the install! I know you’re not a mechanic by trade but you made it look easy. Keep the videos coming!
What kind of content do I want to see? This... where you install something, but not only show us how, but why you made the choice. I think the "why" is just as important as the "how to". Let's us other 3rd gen Tacoma owners decide if this is something we want/need or not. Makes great content IMHO.
Hi Chloe I've been watching some of your videos and I must say you are pretty good, thank you for sharing all your mods.
Hi Chloe, I love your videos, I want to get the new off road Tacoma, you are so good doing things to your Tacoma. And congratulations getting you new Tacoma , is beautiful, great color too.
This is very informative chloe I love learning more and more about trucks 🛻 keep up the awesome work I love watching your channel 💪🏾💯😎
although i am late, you buy 12v servos and buttons on the dash and wire them then hooking them up to the adjustment knob, then your taco will have raptor style shocks
Ugh I’m super jealous of your elite set up. I was laughing when watching you install the rear shocks as in relieve they fought you just as much as they did me! I did the same trick, lots of lube and careful taps to not mark up the beautiful shocks.
I originally was going to go with bilsteins but they were on back order so spent the extra paper to get the Fox 2.0 shocks. I love them, didn’t get the coil over set up due to the fact I already had OME 888 springs but I got to say it’s impressive how well this truck rides on all conditions. Maybe in a few years I’ll make the upgrade but right now it’s perfect for me, after all I don’t even have 10k miles on my truck yet. 😁
Always like the upgrades on here
The Toyota Tacoma is like the 'Barbi Doll' of trucks, as in there are SOooo many different cool and useful accessories that improve the performance and 'looks' of our beloved vehicles... My only limiting factor is of course having the 'Bankroll' to do it all...!!
Great video…To be able to tune the shocks to your likings is excellent feature.
I had Ranchos air adjustable, you could adjust the 9 settings as you drove, just that it leaks so much. When it work “Awesome!
The future electronic control shocks setting from inside the cab!
It will change the Shock world!
Aloha
Why couldnt you say “ it will shock the world” .. it was right there
Okay... It's official. I'm jealous of your new suspension system CK!! Can't wait to see it on the trails.
Nice! I just got the same shocks in the 2-3in lift. Thanks for making this video, very informative. 🤙🏼
"not sure is anyone buys shocks based on looks"----KINGS 😜
lol true story
It really is, I’ve been finding this in my investigation. Have a LC 100 and found most posts are mentioning looks. Wth
Chloe I may have missed something but you mentioned around the 2:10 point in the video that these shocks can be adjusted on the fly. Yet I don’t see how it’s possible without stopping and getting out.
I was expecting something like the Bilsteins on the Ram TRX. These shocks are electronically controlled, with solenoid-controlled variable rebound and compression bypass circuits.
You are correct on the definition of “adjust on the fly” but I think she just meant you don’t have to remove parts or need special tools. My MTB with Fox shocks has the same features, takes only seconds to adjust but I don’t do it while riding.
Just to add, every single vehicle I've ever owned has leaned more on the driver's side, all vehicles do this because assuming the springs are the same tension, the heavier side will just lean more. That's one of the reasons why coil-over shocks were created, originally for the racing world, so you can adjust each corner to the exact height.
Hi Chloe, What is the best and most accurate torque wrench you have used? Your install videos are the best and well thought out, keep them coming!
As long as it has a certificate showing that it has been properly calibrated, that’s all that matters. I personally have Snap-on digital torque wrenches that I have calibrated once in a while to maintain proper torque measurement. But they’re not $30 like the part stores sell. Their $500+ but I use them mostly for engine repairs / rebuilds.
I have gearwrench
ruclips.net/video/shvXALVEzpw/видео.html
Donut Media literally just does a comparison on torque wrenches with some weird form of entertainment. 🤷🏻♂️
@@Sw20boosted this +1. also don't use them as a breaker bar, you can mess them up.
I don’t in general don’t buy Snap-on, but all three of my torque wrenches are Snap-on digitals. The other Snap-on product I buy are flush cuts. Amazingly HF torque wrenches are pretty good.
What a None Shocker to see you get the Fox elites 😂 I think we shall call you Chloe Fox from now on, you do wear there badge well! Another great video, sooo glad you get to give these a try, and we get a great review. They look awesome on your Tacoma and I think you're going to Love The Ride!!
Is an alignment needed? Also, very inspiring seeing you doing such a difficult job and making it seem so easy! Very impressive!
its definitely a good idea to get an alignment done after a suspension change, even if you think the ride height is going to be the same
Good choice and smart to stick with Fox shocks. They are a really good product.
The 3rd Gen will only get you 2" of front lift, the 2nd Gen will get you 3" The elite's come with a 14" spring the older style comes with a 13" spring. Keeping 2-3" of downtravel in the shocks is really important. More lift = less downtravel. Get the extended version and upgrade your UCA as well.
You do such a great job with your videos!! Glad I found You.
I picked up the Fox PES as well, but in the 2”-3” lift version. Great video. So for your setup, we’re you able to maintain the height you wanted? I noticed you measured differently in this install compared to the install of your former setup, so I couldn’t compare directly. I look forward to more content on your experience with these shocks.
I don’t know what happened after the ad started; but I am now looking up this kit.
Thanks for the review. I am interested in hearing more about the new shocks once you get them broken in and tested on the trails. The new features sound great but I am interested to hear how they perform in the real world.
The low speed compression settings make a noticeable difference in body roll. Its harder to tell with the HSC unless you're hitting the terrain hard consistently, and vary your vehicle's loadout considerably from outting to outting
Definitely killer upgrade 👌 😎 I must say you go gurl with these installs.
love my 2.5 coilovers adjustable... fox for days 👊🏼💪🏼🏁🐺
Great video! One topic that you can elaborate on is the alignment process regarding how to mark bolts etc.
Nice, I got these for my Gladiator and I love their performance. I waited a few months before I messed around with adjusting the shocks because it takes a while for them to settle.
Edit:
At first I thought they were too stiff (on the road)even on the softest settings but they will soften over time so your daily driving will be great too.
Beautiful truck with those modifications I’m sure it feels better
Damn woman! You change your shocks more often than I change my shoes.
a shocking end to the mystery
Regarding that bolt by the skid plate. You might invest in some crows feet and then do the math for how much you reduce the torque OR keep the parts aligned at 90 degrees (no change in leverage) and you don’t need to offset adjust anything for torque.
Accutune does a great breakdown/teardown of the difference between the shocks, In Chloe's case (using internal bypass fronts and 2.0 rears from them looks) it's an upgrade, but it seems for most guys with 2.5 DSC's it's not worth it, especially if you've already had the front springs replaced and revalved(like my setup).
They told me the opposite of what they said in their breakdown video when I called to order my new shocks. Add that to their shitty install of my original rear shocks which is why I needed new shocks in the first place and I'm not too happy with them.
Very nice upgrade! Looking forward to seeing them working on the trail in your future videos. 👍
I’m gunna put these on my 23’ OR, using this video. I may have questions thanks for the content !!
Great video. You could use a crows foot (like a open end wrench cut off with a square socket hole for you ratchet) to get to the LCA bolt you couldn't reach with the torque wrench. Did you gain any travel with this upgrade or is it more about the adjustability?
Nice! Still can't decide which suspension to go with. Gonna look into this fox performance elite.
Could you briefly describe the on road ride? Is it more comfortable or the same as your old shocks? I have some on the way and trying to decide if I should keep ‘em quick😅
Great video and as usual filled with all of the knowledge needed🙌🏾. What UCA’s are you using?
High speed/low speed doesn’t refer to the speed of the vehicle. It refers to the speed of the piston. You can drive 100mph and the piston barely moves or you can drive 20mph on super rough roads and the piston moves up and down a lot and fast.
Great job on the installation.
ive noticed there was this guy had a tacoma with fox shocks and he his shocks on the rear had coils and resaviors
Actually just looking at these for the front. Currently running OME HD and 5100 and fromt is fairly harsh (slim bumper and 10k winch mounted) rear is 5100s.and icon full rxt pack (leer shell + rrt + full steel bumper)
I have a 2020 trd sport DC 4x4 I want the full 3" front and rear I would like to fit a true 33" tire with no heavy trimming or rubbing. if I went for the full 3" option what other parts would be necessary upper control arms? lower? I have heard about a transfer case shim? and what about the bearing on the motor side of the front trans axle I have heard many people speak of? any thoughts or comments from people actually running a similar set up would be appreciated.
Quality videos Chloe, love my DSCs on my gx470. Great job including the torque specs and torquing.
Did the elites come with offset spacers for the front, Like the race series?
Looks good, great set-up.
Awesome look. Thanks for sharing!!
Awesome choice on lift setup. 👏 👍
I love it!
That's awesome. I just got those a month ago.
How long did the install take and What’s the offset of ur wheel and tire setup?
For the cost of the shocks I would think they would have shock boots to keep dirt and rocks from destroying the shaft seals.
fox wiper seals and shafts are amongst the best in the industry(fox actually has the hardest shafts of any manufacturer), and even pro racers dont run boots because dirt and rocks get caught inside, sit there, and wear on the shaft
They do need guards, especially if you go fast in the sand wash, the shafts are good but still get pitted. Anyone who has worked on any raptor shocks or actual race cars knows this
I gotta say that looks pretty nifty..on hood!! 🖐
Nice! I have the BDS 6 inch lift kit. I love it. I wonder how kings feel.
I just put these on my 2019 Tacoma. What suggestions do you have for initial settings and where to start? What clicks do you like for on road and which ones for when you’re in the desert? Thanks!
Amazing video. Are these the same shocks that come on the TRD Pro?
Dumb question. If you adjust the driver side pre-load doesn't that make them perform different on each side? Isn't the proper way to fix the lean a Shim on the top hat? Asking cause I'm new... thoughts? Good video! Thanks 👍🏻
Hi Joseph. I’m actually an engineer at Fox (although granted I’m on OEM production side of things) and wanted to answer your question and give a little bit of shock insight. Adjusting the pre-load on the spring (especially the very little amount that these shocks are set up with) has next to zero affect in the shock’s performance. The spring has a constant spring rate (I.e. 500 lbs/in) that doesn’t change with how much pre-load is put into it. The downside of pre-load is that if there is too much, you can get what is called spring bind which is when the coils start hitting each other at full compression. But with how little these springs are adjusted, you’ll never have to worry about that. Also, adding a spacer above the shock is by far the worst way to gain height or the account for lean since it messes with the motion ratios that the suspension is designed to have. Basically, by adding a spacer above the coilovers it causes the shock to bottom out before the suspension wants to, and the suspension tops out before the shock wants to.
@@joeyrainbolt0622 thank you, Joseph! This helps me a lot on setting my rig up!
W👀W Nice you "re So Lucky 😬, To Get Sponsored By Fox SHOX , I Got the Race Race Series in 2012 Just Before the DSC Option ,was Advertised , I
Hey, I was wondering where you bought your shocks from and UCA? I plan on running and installing the same setup myself and appreciate the help. I’m SoCal local as well
Impressive for sure . Most people don't torque any bolts.
21 Jeep Mojave and my front Fox shocks being replaced under warranty. Terrible squeaking noise, very disappointed. They also require maintenance.
I think I'm in😍😘😂. 12-11-23
why i see two different colors black and grey i like the black??
Nice video! keep them coming
Love the channel question have you ever experience engaging 4h up a steep hill and hearing a clunking sound when accelerating it also happened when I was in 2wd it stopped when I engaged 4l also truck is New with only 400 miles should I take this truck to the dealership and have it inspect almost sounded like gears slipping
Got these same shocks. Had mine tuned from Accutune!! What leaf pack are you running?
How much does it cost to get it tuned by them? Is shipping back and forth extra?
@@joyoptimal6286 I got the shocks from them. Both front and rear with their u bolt flip kit. Total coast was $4,996.37
If you take your sway bar off then you wont scratch them up too.
Hi! New here, do you just have aftermarket UCA with stock LCA? Thanks! Also rear leaf is stock or no? Thanks
Installing these on my Tacoma today and I’m having issues with my sway bar rubbing my coil over. Any tips? Please help!
What is the difference between the 2021 off-road and 2022 off-road that is don’t fit the 2022 are is it that fox website just has not been updated
Oh yeah, I’m definitely making you my mechanic when I get a Tacoma 🥲
The Race series came with DSC also
Can you get a crows foot into the space for the pivot bolt on your lower control arm? The one you can't get to with a socket ?
Hi. Have you installed the clamshell bushing in your Tacoma?
My truck 2018 bounces stuff when I hit high MPH
I already balanced my tires and still does it, what do you think it may be? I need help :(
Hello new to tacoma trucks need alift of 3” front and 2” rear with fox 2.5’s would these work on my 2019 trd sports?
What are you planning on doing with the old rear shocks? I'd be interested if you were selling!
Aloha Chloe from North County San Diego…
Who is your go to shop for tires, alignment and wheels in the San Diego county or SoCal area!
Mahalo in advance
can you go over how to use the dsc on the 2.5 fox coilovers?
thx
Wow. 2,300$ per pair. You are one serious off roader.
Did you have to leave that sway bar spacer from your old shocks on?
Yes, since the shocks are the same width
How's the clearance from the front spring to the swat bar bolt..can you send me a pic
You are measuring the height wrong; you should do it from the bottom of the rim that way you always measuring from the same spot. Center of the wheel is not a fixed point unless you mark it for sure
Have you had any issues where the swaybar hits the reservoir on the coilovers?
Are these better than the fox stock on a trd pro?
Hi Chloe. Did the ride hight end up being the same as the old suspension?
Awe I love 💕😘😘 Fox 🦊
would new rear shocks also help with payload capacity?
The front lower control arms should have been tightened after it was sitting on the wheels.
No it’s a bearing not a bushing, makes no difference
I thought it was performance elite :)
What is the difference between the Elite with DSC and the normal DSC shocks?
Very nice! What website did you use to buy this?
She didn't buy it.
we've got these in stock right now - $2299
First time I’ve heard about the lean. I thought it was just me.
Just realized that’s a different user
You should do a giveaway for the old ones 😉
Where did you get those upper control arms?
What are you doing with the old shocks?
Do you have a spacer or AAL on your leaf springs?
Are these better than the trd pro shocks?
Good job take care