1st gen fox 2.5 c/o ride height adjustment

2000 tundra, sr5 4x4.

I just got the fox 2.5 coilovers with resis and dsc (with all other associated parts). They came with the adjusting ring all the way at the top and I’m trying to figure out how much I have to adjust the preload to get around 3” lift. They say they come already adjusted, but I feel like I’d have to turn them some but I’m not sure how much. Any advice is appreciated. I’m trying to do it before I install them so it’s easier.

 

they came with install instructions but it said nothing about lift adjustment. We’re your kings set at the very top from factory?

 

This article should help answer a ton of questions
https://accutuneoffroad.com/preload-adjustments-on-oem-fit-coilovers/

 

Wanted to follow up on my question.

I bought the spanner and rented a spring compressor to adjust the shocks before install. I turned the rings about 1.5” down to try to get the 3” of lift, going off of what I read (little more on drivers side to compensate for lean). It came out to about 3.5” lift on both sides. I drove it for a few days hoping would settle, but it didn’t enough and the CVs didn’t look happy.

I put in the wheelers three leaf add a leaf pack (kept the helper spring) and the front was still higher than the rear.

I ended up pulling the front coilovers and renting the spring compressor again. Adjusted them all the way down (drivers side two threads showing) and reinstalled them. Sitting at about 2.75” lift in the front, with a bit of rake left for when I have my bike and gear in the back and not be squatted out. Just what I wanted.

Moral of the story.. if any first gen guys get the Fox 2.5 coilovers with resis, keep the adjusting rings at the top but crank the drivers side down a few threads.

P.S. passenger side hard brake line from the caliper to rubber hose rubs the lower part of the shock at full lock, had to get a new line and bend it to not rub. Drivers side was fine. Both tires rubbed the resi hoses at full lock on my 265/70r16 tires, so I had to mount the lines up closer to the frame to not rub.

I couldn’t find any info specific to this online so I wanted to get it out there for anyone looking.

 

I’m reviving this thread since I’m dealing with the same thing. Fox2.5 with DSC and they came with no preload.
Finding that you can’t add preload while on the truck.
If I’m being completely honest I’m extremely disappointed and really missing my ADS shocks. The Fox have been a lot of work and it seems almost any other option comes pre-adjusted for ride height and with a spanner wrench to make adjustments. As I was making adjustments, one of the fittings must have moved because it started leaking.
My ADS came dialed for ride height and perfectly compensated driver side lean. Just saying…
I’m waiting on my sooner wrenches to arrive and will update with some more info on adjusting preload and ride height and hopefully the shocks will hold together till then.

 

I have the same tundra and I am having an issue with debating on the 2.0 vs 2.5. I’m hearing a lot about no adjustment tool coming with and I’m curious since it’s been about 6 months, how are they doing? Do you regret them at all or have any pet peeves with them?

 

This is my second pair of 2.5 coilovers on my truck and I’ll say I am forever sold on those going forward. A huge difference in ride quality with the bigger shock body.

I’m still not that impressed with the fox. I had a much better experience with the ADS when I was running those on my old truck; a 2003 access cab which had Fox 2.0 in the rear. Some of my issues are the Fox coilovers can’t be adjusted on the truck, they didn’t come pre-set for 3” of lift, the reservoir hoses are too long which makes mounting a pain. The shocks do ride smoothly but that’s going to be the case with any high-end shock you get.

If I were in the market again I would look at radflo as a slightly less expensive option or just go with ADS again. I would also buy Fox through accutune because they actually helped me get my rear shocks tuned and advised me on my front (which I didn’t buy from them). If you can’t tell I’m still a little bitter.

 

I installed these last summer (06 V8 4X4 RCLB) also and had the same experience of not realizing they weren't set for any height until AFTER I mounted them. Not too big of a deal to pull them and adjust, just kind of annoying but it's a great setup paired with the SPC/Eibach uppers. I'm going to go with some Archive Garage HD leafs for the rear. What are you guys doing for rear shocks to compliment these? I'll probably buy their full rear suspension kit, simple because of better value, but not 100% sure I'm going to immediately install the shock relocation bracket.

 

Glad you’re having a better experience with them. I still have to go back and adjust mine to add a little more preload to mine. As far as the rear shocks, I went with Fox 2.5 with reservoirs. I think they are actually made for a 2nd gen tundra. I bought them from Accutune and had them give a custom tune (adventure tune I think they call it) and they have worked great. They can handle offroad, washboard, and feel really well planted without feeling harsh.