Lowering Kits

Choose a Lowering Kit Based on the Drop You Want

Not every driver wants the same amount of drop, so we carry options built for different goals. If you want a mild, balanced look, the Lowering Kit with 1.5 to 2 inch front and rear drop for 5 lug Tacoma and XRunner gives you improved stance without an aggressive stretch. Drivers wanting more visual impact often choose the Complete Lowering Kit with 2 to 3.5 inch front and rear drop for 6 lug Tacoma, which delivers a sharper, more noticeable slam. 

For a bigger rear drop paired with a smooth front end, the DJM Complete Lowering Kit with 3 inch front and 4 inch rear drop is a popular pick among builders chasing an aggressive rake. Each option changes your ride height differently, so think about the look and clearance you want before deciding.

Matching Your Kit to Lug Pattern and Trim

Second gen Tacomas came with either a five lug or six lug setup depending on the trim and drivetrain, so it matters which one you have before ordering. Getting this wrong means parts that will not bolt up correctly, which wastes time and money. Here is what to check before you buy:

• Confirm whether your truck has a five lug or six lug wheel pattern
• Note if your Tacoma has a factory X Runner suspension setup

Once you know these details, matching a kit becomes simple and you avoid any fitment headaches down the road. If your truck skips the ball joint replacement route, the DJM Complete Lowering Kit without ball joints for 05 to 14 Tacoma uses Calmax control arms along with a rear lowering block for a simpler install.

Keep the Ride Quality You Expect

Lowering a truck the wrong way can lead to a stiff or bouncy ride, but that is not what a quality kit should feel like. Products from trusted names like Calmax and DJM are engineered so the geometry stays correct even after the drop, meaning your alignment settings and suspension travel are not thrown off. 

This keeps tire wear even and steering response sharp, something cheaper universal blocks cannot always promise. If you are unsure whether your current suspension setup is a good starting point, take a look at our stock suspension parts to see what factory components you may want to replace along the way.

Accessories For Your Toyota Tacoma 2nd Gen Lowering Kit Build

A lowering kit rarely stands alone in a full suspension build. Many owners pair their drop with fresh bushings, sway bar links, or new hardware to finish the job right. A few things worth adding to your cart:

• Replacement hardware kits for a clean bolt in install
• Small suspension components that wear out once ride height changes

Once your truck sits lower, parts that never touched the road before can suddenly see more stress, so it pays to inspect the small stuff. Check out our odds and ends selection for those extra pieces, or browse the full suspension lineup to build out your Tacoma from top to bottom. We have outfitted trucks and off road builds for every generation of Toyota Tacomas, and we are here to help your second gen Tacoma sit exactly how you want it - just contact our team if you need help.