Talk to me about 3rd gen builds

Do's and don'ts
What's isn't smart
What can it lifted and still drive really well

Have a fifth gen but might pick up a third

 

Do: Replace LBJs, other bushings that start to harden on these 25 yo trucks, grease driveshaft zerks, tundra brake upgrade, check frame for rust with ball peen (apply fluid film or other rust proofing)

Don’t: suspension lift over 3” (2” really the magic number), don’t be worried about DIY wrenching, these are very simple to work on

 

Sound advice above, but I'd say 1.5" max.

These are IFS rigs, just like the 5th Gen.

If you're doing a build I'd assume custom fab, most things talked about here are bolt-on.