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6″ BDS Lift Kit for 2005-2012 Tacoma

by — July 31, 2012

BDS Suspension recently announced that it is adding a 6” suspension lift for the 2005-2012 Toyota Tacoma. These new suspension systems keep with BDS’s tradition of using “full one-piece front/rear crossmembers coupled with precision machined ductile cast iron steering knuckles.”

6" Lift Kit Available from BDS

BDS Suspension recently announced a new 6″ lift kit for 2005-2012 Toyota Tacoma pickups.

According to BDS, “the steering knuckles are designed to work within the factory traction control constraints and provide stock-like handling characteristics. The knuckles are also considerably more robust in both the mass and strength over the OE components.”

6" Lift KitWhat’s in the box

  • ¼” steel plate built crossmembers
  • Have integrated differential mounts
  • New provided differential mounts
  • Belly Skid Plate

For the rear lift, BDS supplies multiple lift block options with 3” and 4” sizes available as well as longer u-bolts, 5500-series shocks, and all the necessary brake line/wire relocation brackets. This system allows for up to 35×12.50 tires to be installed on 18×9 or 20×9 with 4.5” backspacing.

Can I Install It Myself?

The kit is described as having a 3 out of 5 difficulty rating and should take 6-8 hours. Although you should consider what types of tools and garage setup you will have access to. If you have a lift, a large selection of tools and a decent amount of mechanical knowledge this can be a relatively quick and easy install.

Tire and Wheel Combinations

  • 35 x 12.50 w/18 x 9 and 4.5″ Max. back spacing
  • 35 x 12.50 w/20 x 9 and 4.5″ Max. back spacing

Price

The stock kit runs $1,841.53 and includes different customization options.

Warranty

BDS offers what they call a “No BS Hardcore Lifetime Warranty.”

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Associate Editor Tim Esterdahl is a married father of three who enjoys golfing, trucks and working outside. Tim also writes for our sister site, TundraHeadquarters.com.

  • Mike T

    My Uncle has a 2013 4×4 DC and interested in the 4″ kit. What are the specs of the wheels/tires on the tacoma with the 4″ kit?

  • will

    i just bought a 6″ inch lift to my tacoma with the fox coilovers in custom dream 4×4 in puerto rico lets see how it works!! i getit install in 2 weekes!! they tell my BDS is the best of the best!!!