2.5 Inch Lift Kit - M1 Struts - Toyota Tacoma 2WD/4WD (1997-2004) - Rough Country - 74040
Details
Upgrade Your Tacoma with Confidence: Take your first-gen Toyota Tacoma to the next level with a lift kit designed for both performance and practicality. Whether you're tackling trails or cruising pavement this kit delivers enhanced capability without compromise. Effortless Installation Zero Hassle: Thanks to its true bolt-on design installation is quick and straightforward no cutting welding or special tools required. You'll be back on the road or trail in no time. Lifted Look Factory Comfort: Gain the ground clearance you need to clear rocks and ruts while preserving the smooth comfortable ride you expect from your Tacoma. Rear laser-cut shackles ensure precision fitment and factory-like ride quality without the harshness of add-a-leafs.Level Stance Aggressive Style: Eliminate that factory rake and achieve a leveled aggressive stance that looks as good as it performs. Whether you're hauling gear or heading off-road your truck stays balanced and composed. Custom-Tuned Shock Options: Choose the ride quality that fits your needs from our dependable N3 nitrogen-charged shocks to the high-performance M1 monotube option. No matter your choice you're getting a setup that's ready for the road ahead.
- Effortless Installation: Features an easy bolt-on design that requires no cutting welding or special tools.
- Improved Ground Clearance: Gain extra height to conquer obstacles and enhance off-road performance.
- Factory Ride Quality Preserved: Enjoy the lifted stance without sacrificing the smooth ride you're used to.
- Front-to-Rear Leveling: Corrects factory rake by leveling the front with the rear for a more aggressive balanced stance.
- Precision-Engineered Rear Shackles: Laser-cut for accuracy and designed to maintain factory ride comfort unlike stiff add-a-leaf's.
- Fully Configurable with multiple Shock/Strut Options: Choose from our nitrogen-charged N3's to the premium M1 monotube for the perfect ride quality.
Detailed Fitment Results
| Year | Make | Model | Sub Model | Body Type | Drive Type | Position | Fitment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Toyota | Tacoma | Base / SR5 | 4WD | Does NOT fit five lug models. Minor exhaust modification will be required. See the installation instructions for details. | ||
| 1996 | Toyota | Tacoma | Base / SR5 | 4WD | Does NOT fit five lug models. Minor exhaust modification will be required. See the installation instructions for details. | ||
| 1997 | Toyota | Tacoma | Base / SR5 | 4WD / RWD | Does NOT fit five lug models. Minor exhaust modification will be required. See the installation instructions for details. | ||
| 1998 | Toyota | Tacoma | DLX / Base / SR5 / Pre Runner / Limited | 4WD / RWD | Does NOT fit five lug models. Minor exhaust modification will be required. See the installation instructions for details. | ||
| 1999 | Toyota | Tacoma | Base / SR5 / Pre Runner / Limited | 4WD / RWD | Does NOT fit five lug models. Minor exhaust modification will be required. See the installation instructions for details. | ||
| 2000 | Toyota | Tacoma | Base / SR5 / Pre Runner / Limited | RWD / 4WD | Does NOT fit five lug models. Minor exhaust modification will be required. See the installation instructions for details. | ||
| 2001 | Toyota | Tacoma | Base / S-Runner / Pre Runner | RWD / 4WD | Does NOT fit five lug models. Minor exhaust modification will be required. See the installation instructions for details. | ||
| 2002 | Toyota | Tacoma | Base / S-Runner / Pre Runner | RWD / 4WD | Does NOT fit five lug models. Minor exhaust modification will be required. See the installation instructions for details. | ||
| 2003 | Toyota | Tacoma | Base / S-Runner / Pre Runner | RWD / 4WD | Does NOT fit five lug models. Minor exhaust modification will be required. See the installation instructions for details. | ||
| 2004 | Toyota | Tacoma | Base / S-Runner / Pre Runner | RWD / 4WD | Does NOT fit five lug models. Minor exhaust modification will be required. See the installation instructions for details. |
Fitments
- 1995 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L GAS
- 1995 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L GAS
- 1995 Toyota Tacoma 3.4L GAS
- 1996 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L GAS
- 1996 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L GAS
- 1996 Toyota Tacoma 3.4L GAS
- 1997 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L GAS
- 1997 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L GAS
- 1997 Toyota Tacoma 3.4L GAS
- 1998 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L GAS
- 1998 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L GAS
- 1998 Toyota Tacoma 3.4L GAS
- 1999 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L GAS
- 1999 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L GAS
- 1999 Toyota Tacoma 3.4L GAS
- 2000 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L GAS
- 2000 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L GAS
- 2000 Toyota Tacoma 3.4L GAS
- 2001 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L GAS
- 2001 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L GAS
- 2001 Toyota Tacoma 3.4L GAS
- 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L GAS
- 2002 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L GAS
- 2002 Toyota Tacoma 3.4L GAS
- 2003 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L GAS
- 2003 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L GAS
- 2004 Toyota Tacoma 2.4L GAS
- 2004 Toyota Tacoma 2.7L GAS
- 2004 Toyota Tacoma 3.4L GAS

