September 4, 2024
How does the new kid on the block compare to the juggernauts of the suspension industry? Let’s take a deep dive into this subject as we compare each company’s features.
For this article, we will be comparing similar shocks from the Toyota Tacoma. Specifically, 2005-2023 front and rear shocks.
Fox is considered one of, if not the largest shock manufacturer in the off-road industry. They build shocks for everything from Mountain Bikes, Snowmobiles, UTVs, and Trophy Trucks to Factory options on trucks like the Ford Raptor & Jeep Rubicon.
King Shocks is one of the most well known shock brands in the off-road industry. They are Family Owned & Operated – 100% Designed, Manufactured & Assembled in the U.S.A since 1996. Their high performance shocks can be found on top tier race trucks all over the world.
Ride Shocks are designed, engineered, tested & assembled by the Team at AccuTune Offroad in San Diego, California. Although Ride Shocks brings a new name to the suspension industry, it comes with 19+ years of combined experience from a dedicated team of off-road enthusiasts. Learn more about Ride Shocks here.
FRONTS
Fox Shocks Tacoma 2.5″ dia Coilovers, 1-3″ lift
SKU: FOX-883-06-178
Extended Length: 22.42″
Compressed Length: 17.19″
Travel: 5.23″
FRONTS
King Shocks Tacoma 2.5″ dia Coilovers, 0-3″ lift
SKU: KRS-25001-119A-EXT
Extended Length: 22.60″
Compressed Length: 17.30″
Travel: 5.32″
FRONTS
Ride Shocks Tacoma 2.5″ dia Coilovers, 1.5-2″ lift
SKU: 525412289
Extended Length: 22.60″
Compressed Length: 16.60″
Travel: 6.00″
– How Front Coilover Measurements Are Made –
REARS
Fox Shocks Tacoma 2.5″ dia Shocks, 2-3″ lift
SKU: FOX-883-26-113
Extended Length: 26.00″
Compressed Length: 16.45″
Travel: 9.55″
PLEASE NOTE: The extended and compressed measurements have been adjusted so that we can compare Fox’s specs to King and Ride equally. Fox uses a different method to measure their extended and compressed lengths as seen in the diagram below.
REARS
King Shocks Tacoma 2.5″ dia Shocks, 1.5-3″ lift
SKU: KRS-AT52121-01A
Extended Length: 25.25″
Compressed Length: 15.50″
Travel: 9.75″
REARS
Ride Shocks Tacoma 2.5″ dia Shocks, 1-2.5″ lift
SKU: 525412689
Extended Length: 25.61″
Compressed Length: 15.73″
Travel: 9.88″
– How Rear Shock Measurements Are Made –
As you can see in this diagram, Fox uses a method of measuring from the top of the shock body when communicating their extended and compressed lengths. This is different from King and Ride shocks, that measure from the center of the bushings. In the specs above, we have adjusted Fox’s measurements to allow us to more evenly compare those specifications across all three brands.
Hi,
I’m wondering if you have shock upgrades for the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 250 in the works? I’d really like to raise the truck an inch or so in the rear and 2″ or so in the front while improving the ride, especially on washboard and rough fire roads while maintaining highway handling.
Thanks
The 2024 Land Cruiser 250 should be similar to the new 4Runner, so I suspect we will be working on those in due time. Unfortunately no ETA yet.
Like the specs on the ride shock a lot. Are you going to be making them for the 2nd gen tundras?
We’ve had several people ask the same question, so that application will likely make its way to the list of shocks to make next. No ETA at this time