2024 Tacoma TRD Off-Road Westcott Collar Lift, 285 Toyos on Bronze Fuel Pistons

Congo · 2026-03-20T02:16:31+00:00

Hello all, I have a 25 Terra TRD Sport hybrid, just started phase 1 of the build and I couldn't be happier. Not a ton of 37 inch information out there, I hope some of this helps you guys. Went from 285/70/18 (34's) on stock sport rims completely stock suspension with zero rub. Did this for about 15k, was averaging about 18-19mpg. Now I have Ironman IM2.5 stage 2 3.5" lift, KMC KM719 17x8 +35, Nitto Recon Grappler 37x11.50 tires. Backwoods Adventure Mods roof rack and sliders, Toyota factory metal skids and trail hunter rear diff skip (being installed this weekend), Dr. KDSS rear track bar bracket. Could not be happier with the IM2.5's initial impression is the upgrade to 2.5" body shocks is drastic, the ride extremely comfortably. I have been told by multiple people that these coil overs specifically break in after about 600 miles so we shall see if that is true, but if they ride even nicer than what it is already I will be ecstatic. I only have 200 miles on the new lift and tires, so far nothing but amazing things to say about the ride quality and overall look of a Tacoma on 37's. Currently getting 14mpg (on the dash/not corrected for size difference). Once I get more time and and many more miles on this current setup I will post more information. But this specific tire and wheel setup has only a little rub at full lock on the front felt, I plan on doing some real flexing and trimming next weekend, I will keep you posted. Please let me know if you have any questions about anything I am running, I will answer to the best of my ability. Shout out to Sunshine State Overland Outfitters for the suspension install and alignment, great, knowledgeable group of guys for anyone in the central FL area.

8runneroffroad

New member

Vendor/Sponsor

Sep 3, 2025

This 2024 Tacoma TRD Off-Road came into 8Runner Off-Road ready for a proper upgrade. The plan was simple: lift it, fit 285s, and lock in the geometry so it performs the way it should on and off the trail.

We started with a Westcott Designs collar lift, which leveled the stance and gave the truck the clearance needed for bigger tires. To make sure everything aligned correctly, we added Total Chaos upper control arms a key step for dialing in caster and maximizing suspension performance.

With the foundation set, we mounted a set of 285/75R17 Toyo Open Country A/T IIIs on Fuel Piston wheels in Bronze (+25 offset). The combo gives the Tacoma a wider, more aggressive footprint with plenty of bite for rough terrain.

Build details:

Westcott Designs Collar Lift Kit
Total Chaos Upper Control Arms
Toyo Open Country A/T III (285/75R17, C load)
Fuel Piston Wheels – Bronze (17x8.5, +25 offset)
Precision alignment after install

The end result is a Tacoma with a leveled stance, corrected geometry, and a tire and wheel setup that’s ready for the trail.

8Runner Off-Road & Overland Outfitters
10160 Southwest Nimbus Avenue, Suite F2
Tigard, OR 97223
Phone: (503) 352-4629
Email: nathan@8runneroffroad.com
Website: www.8runneroffroad.com