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Press release from Business Wire
Iron Mountain Announces Comprehensive Strategic Plan to Enhance Stockholder Value

 Sets Plan for Significant Improvement in ROIC

 Exploring Strategic Alternatives for Digital Business

 Commits to Total Stockholder Payouts of Approximately $2.2 Billion Through 2013, With Approximately $1.2 Billion Returned to Stockholders Within 12 Months

 Reaches Agreement with Elliott Management Corporation to Support Two New Board Members, Commits to Evaluating REIT Conversion

Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Iron Mountain Announces Comprehensive Strategic Plan to Enhance Stockholder Value08:30 EDT Tuesday, April 19, 2011
BOSTON (Business Wire) -- Iron Mountain Incorporated (NYSE: IRM), the information management
company, today announced a comprehensive strategic plan to enhance
stockholder value. In addition, the Company reached an agreement with
Elliott Management Corporation to support one of Elliott's nominees at
the 2011 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and to add another independent
director following the meeting.
Comprehensive Strategic Plan
By executing on its comprehensive strategic plan, Iron Mountain will be
able to drive higher returns on invested capital (ROIC) and increase the
return of capital to stockholders through:
Sustaining its leadership in the highly attractive North America
Significantly improving its International portfolio
Exploring strategic alternatives for its digital business
Committing to total stockholder payouts of approximately $2.2 billion
through 2013, including approximately $1.2 billion of capital returned
over the next 12 months through a combination of share repurchases and
Forming a Special Committee to evaluate financing, capital, and tax
strategies including conversion into a REIT
Sets Plan for Significant Improvement in ROIC
By executing on these initiatives, Iron Mountain expects to achieve
after-tax ROIC1 of 11% in 2013, up from 7.7% in 2010. These
gains will be driven by a combination of higher profitability levels and
lower capital intensity. Specifically, the Company seeks to achieve
Adjusted OIBDA1 margins of 32% while lowering its capital
spending (excluding real estate) to approximately 6% of revenue by 2013.
"Over the years we have built a great global business with strong
operating performance, record cash flows and a strong balance sheet,"
said Richard Reese, Iron Mountain's Chairman and Chief Executive
Officer. "Driven by our focus on operational excellence, since 2006 Iron
Mountain has increased Adjusted OIBDA and Free Cash Flow1 at
compounded annual growth rates of 12% and 68%, respectively, well ahead
of our solid 7% revenue growth. In addition, we initiated a stockholder
payout program in 2010, comprised of a $350 million share repurchase
program and a quarterly dividend which was increased by 200% in December
to an annual rate of $0.75 per share.
"Consistent with our focus on stockholder value creation, our Board and
management team regularly review our business portfolio and capital
allocation priorities. We are proud of what we have accomplished at Iron
Mountain, and we are always working to improve our returns. By
concentrating on our core strengths, optimizing our International
portfolio and increasing our commitment to stockholder payouts, we
believe we can further enhance stockholder value."
Sustaining Leadership in Highly Attractive North America Business
Iron Mountain's North American platform demonstrates the power of its
business model. By offering premium services and solutions, Iron
Mountain has attained an industry leadership position. Loyal customers
recognize Iron Mountain's superior value proposition, which drives
significant recurring revenues and substantial cash flows. In addition,
through effective productivity initiatives and pricing optimization,
Iron Mountain's North American business generates record margins. The
Company will continue to invest efficiently in North America, including
in its sales effort, to sustain cash flows and tap the large unvended
opportunity in this market.
"Since 2007, Iron Mountain has driven significant improvements in North
America's gross margin (+800 basis points) and Adjusted OIBDA margins
(+800 basis points)," said Mr. Reese. "In addition, the Company has
reduced the segment's capital expenditures2 as a percentage
of revenues from 10.7% in 2007 to an estimated 4.3% in 2011. We are
committed to making efficient and productive investments in the North
America business to sustain our leadership position and continue
generating the highly attractive cash flows that support our stockholder
Optimizing the International Portfolio
Iron Mountain plans to further optimize its International portfolio
through targeted, market-specific initiatives that enhance the
portfolio's average ROIC. In mature markets where Iron Mountain already
has a leadership position, the Company is driving optimization by
continuing to apply its proven best practices from the North America
business. In mature markets where Iron Mountain does not have a
leadership position, the Company will implement aggressive improvement
plans and will evaluate exit alternatives if the Company is unable to
achieve its targeted returns. In emerging markets, Iron Mountain will
continue to invest to support profitable growth and market leadership.
Finally, in the BRIC countries, the Company is focusing on developing
Brazil and furthering its joint venture efforts in Russia, India and
China. Successful implementation of this strategy is expected to drive a
700 basis point improvement in Adjusted OIBDA margins and increase
after-tax ROIC by 500 basis points to 8% in the International business
by 2013.
Mr. Reese commented, "With our top North America enterprise customers
doing business with Iron Mountain around the world, our International
portfolio is key to our overall value proposition. Simply put, our top
customers demand global service. Given that the International portfolio
has the same attractive fundamentals as our North America business, we
see a great opportunity to drive significant revenue growth, margin
expansion and higher returns on invested capital. As market leadership
drives returns, our goal remains to achieve #1 or #2 positions in all of
our markets."
Exploring Strategic Alternatives for the Digital Business
Iron Mountain is exploring strategic alternatives for its digital
business, including a potential sale of the Company's digital archiving,
eDiscovery and online backup and recovery solutions.
Mr. Reese said, "We first entered the digital business 10 years ago as a
natural extension of our core services to address a clear customer need.
Recently however, our digital business has faced a number of challenges
resulting from a rapidly changing environment. In light of these
factors, our Board and management undertook a strategic review of the
digital business beginning last Fall and concluded that the Company
could not continue investing in technology development and meet its
return requirements and that exploring strategic alternatives for the
digital business was in the best interest of Iron Mountain's
stockholders. As we move forward, Iron Mountain will continue to deliver
technology services to solve our customers' digital information
management challenges through partnerships."
The Company noted that there can be no assurance that the exploration of
strategic alternatives for the digital business will result in any
transaction. Iron Mountain does not intend to further comment on the
strategic alternatives process unless and until a definitive agreement
is reached.
Increasing Return of Capital to Stockholders
Iron Mountain's Board of Directors has committed to stockholder payouts
of approximately $2.2 billion through 2013, with approximately $1.2
billion of capital returned to stockholders within the next 12 months
through a combination of share buybacks, ongoing quarterly dividends and
potential one-time dividends.
Iron Mountain announced its initial dividend in February 2010, which was
increased by 200% in December 2010. Iron Mountain currently pays an
annual dividend of $0.75 per share and intends to grow the dividend as
earnings and Free Cash Flow expand. In addition, the Company plans to
operate around the mid-point of its target leverage ratio range of 3x –
4x EBITDA (as defined in its senior credit agreement).
Mr. Reese said, "Our commitment to significant stockholder payouts
demonstrates the Board's confidence in our ability to grow our business
profitably as we execute on our comprehensive strategic plan to enhance
stockholder value."
Settlement Agreement
Iron Mountain has reached an agreement (the "Settlement Agreement") with
Elliott Associates, L.P. and Elliott International, L.P. (together,
"Elliott") in connection with the 2011 Annual Meeting of Stockholders,
which is scheduled to be held on June 10, 2011. Under the terms of the
Settlement Agreement, Iron Mountain has agreed to nominate Allan Z.
Loren, one of Elliott's nominees, to the Company's Board of Directors at
the 2011 Annual Meeting. The Company has also agreed to appoint an
additional, independent director to be mutually agreed upon by Iron
Mountain, Elliott, and Davis Selected Advisers L.P., Iron Mountain's
largest stockholder. To facilitate the Settlement Agreement, Constantin
R. Boden has decided to retire from Iron Mountain's Board after more
than 20 years of service, effective at the upcoming Annual Meeting. As
such, after the addition of Mr. Loren and the new independent director
candidate to be appointed after the completion of an independent search
process, the Iron Mountain Board will continue to be comprised of 12
Elliott has agreed to withdraw its slate of director nominees and vote
all of its shares in favor of the Company's slate at the 2011 Annual
Meeting. Additionally, Elliott has agreed to abide by certain standstill
Iron Mountain's Board has also agreed to form a Special Committee,
chaired by Mr. Reese, to evaluate ways to maximize value through
alternative financing, capital, and tax strategies, including making its
first priority to evaluate a conversion to a REIT. The Special
Committee's members will include Mr. Loren upon his election to the
Board and the new independent director candidate to be appointed, as
well as other directors yet to be named. The conclusion of the
evaluation process to potentially convert to a REIT is expected to take
place within 12 months of the 2011 Annual Meeting.
Furthermore, Iron Mountain's Board has agreed to amend the charter of
the Finance Committee to increase its mandate to include the review of
material capital allocation decisions and strategic opportunities for
maximizing stockholder value. The Finance Committee will be renamed the
Strategic Planning and Capital Allocation Committee.
The full Settlement Agreement will be filed with the Securities and
Exchange Commission on a Form 8-K.
"On behalf of Iron Mountain's Board, I am pleased to nominate Allan
Loren for election to our Board. Allan is highly qualified and brings a
significant amount of information management experience to Iron
Mountain," said Kent Dauten,
Lead Independent Director of Iron Mountain's Board. "I would also like
to thank Constantin Boden for his more than 20 years of service on our
"We are confident that this agreement with Elliott is in the best
interest of the Company and our stockholders," said Mr. Reese. "I am
personally committed to the execution of our plan including a thorough
review of value creating opportunities, which includes an expedient
evaluation of a potential REIT conversion."
"Elliott is pleased to have helped contribute to this beneficial
outcome. After reviewing with the Board and management the actions
already taken and those underway, as well as their strategic plan for
the future, we support today's announcement. The strategic proposals
detailed today are aimed at increasing stockholder value and we look
forward to continuing our dialogue with the Company as the plan
progresses," said Scott Tagliarino, Director of Global Communications at
"We strongly support the Board of Directors' plan to increase
stockholder value with the actions announced today," said Ken Charles
Feinberg, portfolio manager at Davis Advisors. "We applaud the Board for
being responsive to shareholders and commend them for being exemplars of
excellent corporate governance."
Allan Z. Loren Bio
Mr. Loren is a Director at PHH Corporation. He serves as an Executive
Coach to Chief Executive Officers. Mr. Loren served as both Chairman and
Chief Executive Officer at D&B from 2000 through 2004 and as Chairman in
2005. Prior to joining D&B, he served as Executive Vice President and
Chief Information Officer at American Express from 1994 to 2000, as
President and Chief Executive Officer at Galileo International from 1991
to 1994, as President at Apple Computer US from 1988 to 1990, and as
Chief Information Officer at Apple Computer from 1987 to 1988. Mr. Loren
was also the Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Information Officer
at Cigna from 1979 to 1987 and 1971 to 1987, respectively. He currently
serves on the Board of Directors at Fair Isaac Corporation and on the
Board of Trustees of Queens College, City University of New York as a
Director. Mr. Loren previously served on the Board of Directors at
Hershey Foods, Reynolds & Reynolds, US Cellular, and Venator Group.
J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Morgan Stanley & Co. Incorporated are
serving as financial advisors and Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP and
Sullivan & Worcester LLP are serving as legal advisors to Iron Mountain.
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP is serving as legal advisor
to Elliott.
Conference Call and Investor Presentation to Discuss Comprehensive
Strategic Plan
Iron Mountain will discuss the details of its comprehensive strategic
plan on a conference call for investors on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at
9:30 AM ET. The public may access the conference call through a live
audio webcast available on the investor relations section of its
website, www.ironmountain.com.
The conference call can also be accessed in listen-only mode by dialing
(888) 263-0282, passcode 61501375. The Company suggests participants
dial in approximately 10 minutes before the call. In addition, a replay
of the call may be accessed online at the investor relations section of
its website, www.ironmountain.com,
or by phone in the U.S. at (800) 642-1687 for domestic callers, or (706)
645-9291 for international callers. No access code will be required.
Telephone replays will be available from 12:30 PM ET on April 20, 2011
until 11:59 PM ET on April 27, 2011.
Iron Mountain will also post an investor presentation on the investor
relations section of its website, www.ironmountain.com,
at 6:00 AM ET on Wednesday, April 20, 2011. The presentation will be
furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and will be
available on the SEC's website www.sec.gov.
About Iron Mountain
Iron Mountain Incorporated (NYSE: IRM) provides information management
services that help organizations lower the costs, risks and
inefficiencies of managing their physical and digital data. The
company's solutions enable customers to protect and better use their
information--regardless of its format, location or lifecycle stage--so
they can optimize their business and ensure proper recovery, compliance
and discovery. Founded in 1951, Iron Mountain manages billions of
information assets, including business records, electronic files,
medical data, emails and more for organizations around the world. Visit www.ironmountain.com
for more information.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements within
the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and
federal securities laws, and is subject to the safe-harbor created by
such Act. Forward-looking statements include our 2011 through 2013
financial performance outlook and statements regarding our operations,
economic performance, financial condition, goals, assumptions, beliefs,
future growth strategies, investment objectives and expected capital
spending, plans and current expectations, such as our three year
financial objectives, increased Adjusted OIBDA margins and cash
contributions, the exploration of strategic alternatives for our digital
business, commitment to stockholder payouts, expected dividend payout
and leverage ratios, expected continued productivity improvements and
plans to maximize value and international expansion. These statements
involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that
may cause the actual results to be materially different from those
contemplated in the forward-looking statements. Such factors include,
but are not limited to: (i) the cost to comply with current and future
laws, regulations and customer demands relating to privacy issues; (ii)
the impact of litigation or disputes that may arise in connection with
incidents in which we fail to protect our customers' information; (iii)
changes in the price for our services relative to the cost of providing
such services; (iv) changes in customer preferences and demand for our
services; (v) the cost or potential liabilities associated with real
estate necessary for our business; (vi) the performance of business
partners upon whom we depend for technical assistance or management
expertise outside the United States; (vii) changes in the political and
economic environments in the countries in which our international
subsidiaries operate; (viii) in the various digital businesses in which
we are engaged, our ability to keep up with rapid technological changes,
evolving industry expectations and changing customer requirements or
competition for customers; (ix) the successful completion of our
strategic alternative review process for our digital business; (x)
claims that our technology violates the intellectual property rights of
a third party; (xi) the impact of legal restrictions or limitations
under stock repurchase plans on price, volume or timing of stock
repurchases; (xii) the impact of alternative, more attractive
investments on dividends or stock repurchases; (xiii) our ability or
inability to complete acquisitions on satisfactory terms and to
integrate acquired companies efficiently; (xiv) other trends in
competitive or economic conditions affecting our financial condition or
results of operations not presently contemplated; and (xv) other risks
described more fully in our most recently filed Annual Report on Form
10-K under "Item 1A. Risk Factors." and other documents that we file
with or furnish to the SEC from time to time. Except as required by law,
we undertake no obligation to release publicly the result of any
revision to these forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect
events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the
occurrence of unanticipated events.
Additional Information
This may be deemed to be solicitation material in respect of the
proposals described in Iron Mountain's preliminary proxy statement in
connection with its 2011 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, filed by Iron
Mountain with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on
April 1, 2011. In addition, Iron Mountain will file with, or furnish to,
the SEC all relevant materials, including a definitive proxy statement
(when available). BEFORE MAKING ANY VOTING DECISION, STOCKHOLDERS OF
THE PROPOSALS. The definitive proxy statement (when available) will be
mailed to stockholders of Iron Mountain. Stockholders will be able to
obtain, without charge, a copy of the preliminary proxy statement, the
definitive proxy statement (when available) and other documents that
Iron Mountain files with the SEC from the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.
The preliminary proxy statement, definitive proxy statement (when
available) and other relevant documents will also be available, without
charge, by directing a request by mail or telephone to Iron Mountain
Incorporated, Attn: Investor Relations, 745 Atlantic Avenue, Boston,
Massachusetts 02111, or from Iron Mountain's website, www.ironmountain.com,
or by contacting Innisfree, toll free at (877) 717-3898.
Iron Mountain, its directors and executive officers and certain other
members of its management and employees may be deemed to be participants
in the solicitation of proxies in connection with the 2011 Annual
Meeting of Stockholders. Additional information regarding the interests
of such potential participants is included in the preliminary proxy
statement and will be included in the definitive proxy statement (when
1 Adjusted OIBDA, ROIC and Free Cash Flow are non-GAAP
measures. Please refer to Investor Relations page of the Company's
website at www.ironmountain.com
for additional information and reconciliations to the nearest GAAP
2 Defined as capex incurred excluding real estate
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I use SS as screenshot; I've never heard it as Summoner Spell, but I can see where that comes in *shrug*
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Lifting my truck 2" or 3" will be may next big mod to my 2010 TRD Sport. I do not want to level it, I like how it sits.
I am very confused about all the options and I found this "guide".
I hope you guys can improve it.
Beginners' Guide To Lifting Your Tacoma
Front Suspension Options | Rear Suspension Options | Tire Size Guide
There are many different types of suspension lifts offered for Tacomas, each with its advantages and disadvantages. Costs can range from a couple hundred dollars to over $5,000. What follows is a listing of many of the common types of lifts, their advantages and disadvantages, their costs, and where they can be purchased.
Front Suspension Lift Options
Tacomas are equipped with an independent front suspension (IFS), which is a very common setup for stock trucks. Lifting an IFS is fairly simple, but it can be somewhat limited in order to maintain proper suspension geometry. For a simpler lift, as described in the first three entries, it is recommended NOT to lift more than 3 because it will likely cause premature wear and stress to your CV boots and ball joints. If you're looking for more lift in the front, consider a drop-down setup or a solid axle swap.
The least expensive way to lift your Tacoma is by using a coil spacer. A coil spacer basically preloads the spring which lifts the truck. Spacers can be used for up to 3 of lift. It is highly recommended that you purchase a differential drop with your lift so as not to damage your CV's. If you have a PreRunner then you have no CV's and a diff drop is not necessary. It is also highly recommended that you have a mechanic shop assemble your struts with the spacer as using a handheld coil compressor is difficult and dangerous. The $30 a shop may charge is well worth your piece of mind and safety.
Pros: -Inexpensive
-Gives a decent amount of lift
Cons: -Stiffens the ride of your truck
-Can cause your springs to prematurely sag
Places to purchase spacers:
ToyTec Lifts
Cornfed Suspension
Old Man Emu (OME) Lift Springs
A company called Old Man Emu makes lift springs for Tacomas. There are three different types of springs they offer. The first gives a softer ride but less lift (880) the second, which offers more lift but has a stiffer ride (881), and finally one that gives the most lift but is only recommended for V6 Tacomas with a winch or bull bar or Double Cab Tacomas. There are also two different types of front shocks. A soft set (N91SC) and a firm set (N91S). Many people are running these for lift. They are not overly expensive and still provide a good amount of lift and a quality ride. After time the coils can compress and possibly become uneven (one side of the truck sits higher then the other). OME offers trim packers to help resolve this problem. The trim packers provide additional lift (approx. .25) and can help balance out an uneven setup. With this lift you should purchase a diff drop if you have a 4x4. Several members have installed a 1.5 lift spacer on their OME setup once they compress to regain lift. This solution has worked very well.
Pros: -Provides a quality ride
-Decent amount of lift
-Can be mated with a spacer after they settle
-Not as expensive as coil overs
-Better ride quality then a 3 spacer lift
Cons: -Can compress and become uneven over time.
Places to purchase OME:
http://www.fj60.com (call them to order)
Coil Overs
Another way to lift your truck up to 3.5 is by using coil overs. A coil over is an adjustable strut/coil assembly that can be adjusted from stock height up to 3.5 depending on the brand. Just remember that the higher you crank the coil over up, the stiffer the ride becomes and the harsher your CV angle becomes. Coil overs are an excellent way to lift the front of your truck, and in some cases is an improvement on the stock ride quality. Many companies make good quality coil overs for Tacomas, though certain ones are favored by TTORA club members. As good as coil overs are, they are also more expensive then spacers. An inexpensive coil over will cost around $500 and can cost up to $1000 a set, depending on the brand. Again you will need to purchase a diff drop if you have a 4x4. If you have a PreRunner then don't worry about the diff drop.
Pros: -Excellent ride quality
-Adjustable ride height
Cons: -Expensive
-Only gives 3.5 of lift at most
Places to purchase coil overs:
Drop Down Brackets
A drop down bracket lift setup basically drops your front suspension down using a steel bracket and crossmember and top strut spacers (not coil spacers) and a few other bits. It provides lift without changing the geometry of your suspension and CV's. Drop downs allow for the use of the stock suspension (struts, coils, etc.) yet still provide up to 6 of lift. Drop down setups are extremely expensive and can cost up to $2000. However, with a drop down setup you can use any of the aforementioned suspension setups (spacers, OME, coilovers) and a diff drop and add up to an additional 3 of lift for a possible total of 9 of lift!
Pros: -Provides large amounts of lift
-Retains stock suspension and geometry
Cons: -Can be difficult to install
-Can require cross member cutting
-Extremely expensive
Places to purchase drop down setups:
http://www.fabtechmotorsports.com <- 6 lift
http://www.trailmastersuspension.com <- 6 lift
http://www.tuffcountry.com <- 5 lift
http://www.explorerprocomp.com <- 4 lift
SAS (Solid Axle Swap)
This my friend, is the coup de grace of lifts. Tacomas have what is known as IFS, or independent front suspension. This means that they have strut assemblies attached to A-arms. While IFS is great for street driving trail runs and even desert running, it is not nearly as strong as having a Dana 44 or Dana 60 axle sprung by leafs and in some rare cases coil overs. You can also get an old 86 or so Toyota axle as well. A SAS basically what your truck has in the rear with the addition of steering capability. Such a lift is extremely strong and can provide enormous amounts if lift. Also with leaf springs front and rear, and the height of the lift, it allows for some serious axle articulation. The downside, it is an extremely expensive mod, often creeping into the realm of $5,000 or more. There are no specific companies that sell the products to do a SAS all together, you have to get a hold of the parts anywhere you can. You can find axles for sale online, on ebay, in auto salvage yards, or you can buy them new from Dana. You need to purchase leaf springs, a drive shaft, and many other parts. If you decide you want to do a SAS on your rig, and have the cash to spend, hit up the board and post your questions. There are many people that have done SAS and would be happy to help.
Pros: -Strong as a tank
-Excellent off-road and rock crawling capability
-Great suspension flex
Cons: -Extremely expensive
-Complicated install
Rear Suspension Lift Options
There are many options for lifting the rear of your Tacoma and even several different combinations. Listed below are some common options available and the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Add-A-Leaf (AAL)
One of the most common ways people have lifted the rear of their truck in the past is by using what is known as an add-a-leaf. Basically it is an additional strip of metal (leaf) that is placed in your leaf pack. It is arched more and causes the rest of your leafs to arch more, providing lift. An AAL can provide up to 3 of lift for under $100 for the pair and will increase your trucks load carrying capacity a bit. On the downside an AAL will stiffen your ride (the higher the AAL the stiffer) and decrease suspension flex. There are short and full length AAL's. The long ones ride a bit better and are less prone to breakage (yes they can break), but are more expensive then the short ones.
Pros: -Inexpensive lift
-Increases load carrying capacity
Cons: -Stiffens ride
-Can break
-Decreases suspension flex
Places to purchase an AAL:
Full Leaf Pack
A full leaf pack replaces your stock leafs with ones that are more arched to provide lift. This is an excellent way to lift the rear end of your truck. Doing so provides better ride quality in many cases and better suspension flex and articulation. The only downside is it can be a bit expensive, normally around $360-$500 depending on the height and brand. You can have custom leafs made by either Alcan or Deaver.
Pros: -Excellent articulation and flex
-Better ride quality
Cons: -Cost
Places to purchase a full leaf pack:
Rear Shackles
Rear shackles are what your leaf springs attach to in the back. A new, longer, shackle will provide lift. Also a longer shackle can help decrease axle wrap and increase suspension flex and articulation. They are a very inexpensive way to add 1.5 of lift to your truck, normally only costing between $50-$60 for the pair. You can also get greaseable shackles which allow you to �inject grease into the bolt to lubricate the bushing and allow for better movement and decrease any squeaking. With Tacomas it is required to cut or re-route the exhaust if you install a longer shackle so as to stop it from hitting the leaf spring. Longer shackles do not increase or decrease load capacity for the rear.
Pros: -Inexpensive
-Added flex and articulation
-Decreases axle wrap
Cons: -Requires cutting or re-routing of exhaust
Places to purchase shackles:
Lift Blocks
In the off-road community, the lift block is also known as the devil. Not many people like them due to the side affects of having them. One, they are prone to breaking, and two they increase axle wrap tremendously. The upside to that is they are an inexpensive way to lift the rear by as much as 6 inches. Basically the block lifts the rear by being placed between the rear axle and leaf pack. The leaf then sits on the top of the block, thus providing lift. Companies that make drop down bracket lifts (Trailmaster, ProComp, Fabtech) use rear blocks in their lift kits. As stated blocks are inexpensive, but they do have problems. It is recommended that you avoid large blocks if at all. Most companies use aluminum for their blocks which is prone to breaking. Cornfed (www.cornfedsuspension.com) uses steel for their blocks, which is much stronger.
Pros: -Inexpensive - normally about $80-$100
Cons: -Aluminum blocks are prone to breakage
-They can cause axle wrap
-Decreases load-carrying ability
-Speeds up leaf sagging
Places to purchase lift blocks:
Combo Styles For The Rear
Depending on your needs you can combine different parts to lift your truck. For example, you could purchase a 1.25 lift block and a 1.5 shackle to lift the rear nearly 3. Or you could go with a 1.5 shackle and 1.5 AAL for 3. You could even go with a 4 leaf pack and a 1.5 shackle for 5.5 of lift. It's all up to you and your wallet.
Any suspension lift of 2 or more will require replacement of your stock rear shocks. Many people go with Bilstein 5100 shocks. They ride much better then stock and are a much stronger shock. Though Bilstein is recommended, Rancho and Procomp also make good shocks. Places to purchase Bilsteins:
Full Lift Kits
Several of the aforementioned companies make full lift kits. For Example, Trailmaster makes a 6 drop down bracket setup kit which includes rear blocks, shocks, etc. Fabtech, Procomp, Cornfed, and others also sell full kits. So if you do not want to configure your own, you can always go with a pre-made kit by one of these manufacturers.
Body Lifts
You can also put up to a 3 body lift on your Tacoma to help get a bit more height and clear bigger tires. A body lift in an inexpensive and fairly easy way to add up to 3 of lift to your truck. Basically it involves putting pucks in between your trucks fame and the body mounts. These pucks are usually made of a nylon or poly composite. If you do a body lift it is recommended you get a full kit with new bumper brackets to properly mount your bumpers and keep the look clean, instead of having a big gab between the body and bumper. You may also want to get �gap guards. They are a rubber or poly panel that protects and hides the gaps that are created in your wheel wells from the body lift. Also if the company you are getting the body lift through offers Grade 8 hardware, get it. If you do a body lift you need to stay on top of the mounts and make sure they are tight and in good condition. If small cracks begin to appear in the body around the mounts, you will need to repair it or risk further damage. Also, don't go jumping your truck out at Pismo if you put on a bodylift, unless you want the pucks to tear through the body. Other then that, a body lift is a great option.
Pros: -Inexpensive way to get up to 3 of lift
Cons: -Can cause damage to body and mounts
-Can come loose
Where to get a body lift:
Recommended Tire Sizes
Depending on the lift you choose, you can run up to a 37 tire without rubbing your frame or wheel well. Here is a basic chart of recommended tire sizes to run depending on your lift:
of lift Recommended
Tire Size
Stock height - 2 31x10.50
3 32x11.50
4-6 33x12.50
6-10 35x12.50 (or wider)
10 37 tiresNote: Other tire sizes may work with some of these lift heights, but you may experience fenderwell or body rubbing.
There are many options you can choose with a lift for your Tacoma. When you make your decision do what suites your needs best and does not kill your wallet. Hopefully this FAQ has helped you make a good decision for your truck.


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Final in 10
Milwaukee won 2-1
Game 1: Tuesday, June 5 | ||
Chi Cubs | 10 | Final |
Milwaukee | 0 | |
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Game 2: Wednesday, June 6 | ||
Chi Cubs | 0 | Final |
Milwaukee | 8 | |
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Game 3: Thursday, June 7 | ||
Chi Cubs | 3 | Final in 10 |
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Coverage: ROOT
2:10 PM ET, June 7, 2012
Miller Park, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
W: J. Axford (1-2)
L: C. Coleman (0-1)
MILWAUKEE -- Norichika Aoki got a taste of a traditional big league game-winning home run celebration -- a shaving cream pie in the face during his postgame television interview.
His translator got one, too.The former Japanese batting champion hit a pair of home runs, including one to lead off the bottom of the 10th inning, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Thursday."They don't do the shaving cream to the face in Japan," Aoki said through his translator, who still had globs of shaving cream on his shirt. "You get dirty, but it's a good feeling."Aoki also hit a solo home run in the fourth inning."I still can't believe that I was able to hit two today, and I'm really happy that it was in an important situation," Aoki said.Aoki was mobbed by teammates at home plate after hitting the game winner."It was fun to see," Brewers closer John Axford said. "I personally just enjoyed the smile on his face when he was coming in from third. He was definitely ecstatic, and so were we."Aoki won three Japanese Central League batting championships before signing with the Brewers this offseason, but he hasn't been known for his power. Aoki entered the game with just one home run this season, an inside-the-park homer on April 20.But Brewers manager Ron Roenicke said Aoki has good bat speed and makes solid contact, so the two home runs weren't a complete shock."He squares up the ball, and it takes off," Roenicke said. "It's not soft liners. So yeah, I can see him doing this. As much as he squares up the ball, I can see him doing this."Roenicke acknowledged that Aoki is making a strong case for more playing time -- and may get it in the Brewers' outfield if they continue to use Corey Hart at first base."He's seeing the ball well," Roenicke said. "He's confident, playing good defense. He's fun to watch."Hart hit a game-tying RBI double in the eighth for the Brewers, who took two out of three games from their NL Central rivals."We need to start winning a lot of (series)," Roenicke said. "It was important, but it's also important, I think, that we played a good game."Bryan LaHair temporarily gave Chicago the lead with a pinch-hit home run in the eighth and Koyie Hill added an RBI double for the Cubs.Casey Coleman (0-1) took the loss."He'd been locked-in this game, this series and really swinging the bat well," Coleman said. "When you leave one up to a professional hitter especially in a tight situation like that, they're going to make you pay. That's what happened. I'll take the same approach if I face the guy again, just hopefully better execution."Axford (1-2) earned the win, pitching the ninth and 10th.Brewers starter Randy Wolf gave up four hits and two walks, striking out six, rebounding after getting roughed up in his last outing."He's frustrated," Roenicke said. "He wants to get this thing going, and get locked in like he was."Cubs starter Matt Garza went six innings, giving up four hits and two runs with a walk and six strikeouts."You just keep going forward, keep getting ready and just keep playing," Garza said. "We knew coming in that this was going to be tough. It is what it is. Just keep going, keep playing and keep getting ready."Garza gave up the first homer of the game to Aoki."You just tip your cap and the next time you face him, you go right back in there and shove it down his throat," Garza said.With the Cubs trailing 2-1 and two outs in the eighth, Alfonso Soriano singled. LaHair then pinch hit for Jeff Baker, and pounded a pitch from Francisco Rodriguez deep to right-center field to give the Cubs a 3-2 lead. It was LaHair's second career pinch-hit home run.Aoki legged out an infield hit to start the bottom of the eighth, then went to second on a sacrifice bunt by Carlos Gomez.Ryan Braun flew out, but Hart doubled to tie the game.Aramis Ramirez, who has been out since Saturday with a left quadriceps strain, appeared as a pinch hitter but was walked intentionally. Pitcher Zack Greinke pinch ran for Ramirez but didn't go anywhere, as Rickie Weeks struck out to end the inning.Game notes
Braun had a rare moment of frustration at the plate in the first inning. After lunging at a pitch to strike out and end the inning, Braun tossed his bat high in the air and slammed his helmet on the ground. ... A play originally ruled an error on Cubs third baseman Ian Stewart was changed to a base hit by Braun. ... Ransom's error broke a nine-game errorless streak for the Brewers.
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Regular Season Series
Milwaukee leads 13-4 (as of Thu 6/7) | ||
Mon 4/9 | MIL 7, @CHC 5 | Recap |
Tue 4/10 | MIL 7, @CHC 4 | Recap |
Wed 4/11 | MIL 2, @CHC 1 | Recap |
Thu 4/12 | @CHC 8, MIL 0 | Recap |
Fri 5/11 | @MIL 8, CHC 7 | Recap |
Sat 5/12 | @MIL 8, CHC 2 | Recap |
Sun 5/13 | CHC 8, @MIL 2 | Recap |
Tue 6/5 | CHC 10, @MIL 0 | Recap |
Wed 6/6 | @MIL 8, CHC 0 | Recap |
» Thu 6/7 | @MIL 4, CHC 3 | Box Score |
Mon 8/20 | @MIL 9, CHC 5 | Recap |
Tue 8/21 | @MIL 5, CHC 2 | Recap |
Wed 8/22 | @MIL 3, CHC 2 | Recap |
Mon 8/27 | MIL 15, @CHC 4 | Recap |
Tue 8/28 | MIL 4, @CHC 1 | Recap |
Wed 8/29 | MIL 3, @CHC 1 | Recap |
Thu 8/30 | @CHC 12, MIL 11 | Recap |
Complete Schedule: Cubs | Brewers |
Scoring Summary
4th | N Aoki homered to right (353 feet). | 0 | 1 | |
6th | G Kottaras singled to right, C Hart scored. | 0 | 2 | |
7th | K Hill doubled to right, J Baker scored. | 1 | 2 | |
8th | B LaHair homered to right center (410 feet), A Soriano scored. | 3 | 2 | |
8th | C Hart hit a ground rule double to deep center, N Aoki scored. | 3 | 3 | |
10th | N Aoki homered to right (355 feet). | 3 | 4 | |
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Game Information
Stadium | Miller Park, Milwaukee, WI |
Attendance | 30,123 (71.9% full) - % is based on regular season capacity |
Game Time | 3:22 |
Weather | 75 degrees, sunny |
Wind | 2 mph |
Umpires | Home Plate - Paul Schrieber, First Base - Lance Barrett, Second Base - Laz Diaz, Third Base - Mike Everitt |
Research Notes
From Elias: Cubs have lost their last 11 games that were decided by 1 run. That is the longest active streak in MLB. It matches the longest such streak in franchise history. The Cubs also had an 11-game losing streak in one-run games in 1915. |
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