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Archive introduced the original 2.5" kit to mount 2.5" X 12" to 2.5" X 14" travel shocks without cutting the bed 8 years ago! This "under bed" kit allows bolting to bed for less frame stress than other kits, which also allows a crossbar to be fit to lock out the frame rails from rotating inward.
Laser cut from 3/16" HSLA 50,000 psi steel (30% stronger), CNC brake-formed towers for toughness. Towers are blasted primed and powder coated black for top corrosion resistance in wintery conditions. Axle tabs (included) are 1/4" HSLA for severe use and rock crawling.
We now offer EXTENDED BRAKE LINES right here at Archive long enough for 14" shocks!
Reference Product Fitment Notes for shock, wheel fitment and install info.
Fitment Chart
2005-2023 Tacoma DCSB
| Leaf Pack | Estimated Lift Amount AG Leafs | Axle-Tube-to-Frame-Bottom |
| Stock 3/1 - 0lbs | 0in | 8.25in |
| Archive MD - 0lbs | 3.25in | 11.25in |
| Archive MD - 300lbs | 2.5in | 10.75in |
| Archive MD - 600lbs | 2in | 10.25in |
| Archive HD - 600lbs | 3in | 11.25in |
| Archive HD - 1250lbs | 2in | 10.25in |
| Archive XD - 1250lbs | 3in | 11.25in |
| Archive XD - 1750lbs | 2.5in | 10.75in |
Recommended Shocks (Confirmed Fit & Performance)
| Shock | Brand |
| Accutune Fox Factory RR 2.5x12 | Fox |
| Accutune Fox Factory RR 2.5x14 | Fox |
| AccuTune Fox Factory RR DSC 2.5x12 | Fox |
| AccuTune Fox Factory RR DSC 2.5x14 | Fox |
| AccuTune King RR 2.5x12 | King |
| AccuTune King RR 2.5x14 | King |
| AccuTune King RR 2.5x12 w/ adjuster | King |
| AccuTune King RR 2.5x14 w/ adjuster | King |
| ADS Smooth Body 2.5x12 | ADS |
| ADS Smooth Body 2.5x12 w/adjuster | ADS |
*If using HD Springs or XD 12in is best
For additional options reach out to shock company to confirm with specs below
Shock Specs Needed
2.5" & 3.0" Smooth Body Shock Remote Resi
Shock Travel
12-14in
Fittings/Spacers
Standard rod-end shocks (1.5" wide, 1/2" bolt)
2.5" Bypass
Note: We do not guarantee that all bypasses will fit due to the numerous brands and possible custom layouts you can order.
-Many have successfully installed 2.5" bypasses, 3.0 bypass will not fit
-Best tube layout: bypass tubes placed forward towards engine, with remote hose elbow towards the rear bumper.
-We recommend only 12" travel bypasses because shock piston at normal ride height needs to be below comp. tube ports/zones.
Wheel Fitment Needed
Wheel Backspacing
4.75" BS + 1.25" Spacer for 285s
3.5" BS - no spacer for 285s
3.5" BS + 1.25" for 35x12.5s or 315s
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