Hybrid XL FWD build w/ Rough Country Leveling Kit, 265/60/18 Nitto Ridge Grapplers, 18" KMC wheels

[Mav615]

Here are a few pics of my XL Hybrid fwd and build info so far. I picked up my Mav a month ago and ready to put a post. Love the truck and the site was very helpful through the process.

5% tint on all windows and windshield strip

265/ 60/18 Nitto Ridge Grappler Tires

Kmc M775 ROCKSTAR CAR MATTE BLACK 18X8 5X108/5X114.3 Lug pattern 6.15 Backspace 42mm Offset 72.56 Hib bore

(Tires do not rub and no trimming required)

Rough Country Leveling Kit
(No trimming on strut required)

Hope you enjoy the progress so far!

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[Clarkdonbran]

Looks great!

 

[Aza]

Looks great! How bad of a hit to the mpg?

 

[Mav615]

Looks great! How bad of a hit to the mpg?

Thank you! I was averaging around 34 mpg combined prior and now at 31 mpg. Huge improvement from my Lifted Tacoma getting 14. Very happy with the maverick.

 

[Aza]

Thank you! I was averaging around 34 mpg combined prior and now at 31 mpg. Huge improvement from my Lifted Tacoma getting 14. Very happy with the maverick.

That’s not too bad! I can’t tell by these pics but does your back tires have the issue that most others I’ve seen that it is off center?

 

[Mav615]

That’s not too bad! I can’t tell by these pics but does your back tires have the issue that most others I’ve seen that it is off center?

The rear does sit inward as most I have seen do. This pic shows the difference a bit better.

 

[Aza]

For some reason, yours doesn’t look as off center to me.

 

[Mav615]

Well thank you! I do notice the difference at certain views. The builds on the site helped a ton with confidence on rim/tire set up. I’ve put 2k miles on the truck so far and still love it like day 1.

 

[Pacman]

Your truck looks great! I have 265/65r17’s (basically same size) on my Tacoma, and the best it ever gets is 21 mpg. I’m impressed the hybrid is getting 31mpg!

 

[ShadowChas]

The leveling kit you used is just the front so that’s why the other posts were asking about “off-center” rear tires. I love the look great job - so far? Any more mods coming ?

 

[Hiking78]

Love the black and white contrast. I was considering this before going all black. I have 245 65 17's on my hybrid. I was also considering a 1 inch leveling kit. Have you noticed any difference on how she handles? I hear that the leveling kit can make it a bit more harsh. The website says it's only compatible with 4wd. Do you travel any dirt/gravel roads. Thanks

 

[Mav615]

Your truck looks great! I have 265/65r17’s (basically same size) on my Tacoma, and the best it ever gets is 21 mpg. I’m impressed the hybrid is getting 31mpg!

Thank you! Very happy so far with Mpg. I could definitely be a little more focused on the brake coaching and use eco mode more.

 

[Mav615]

The leveling kit you used is just the front so that’s why the other posts were asking about “off-center” rear tires. I love the look great job - so far? Any more mods coming ?

Thank you! Took a chance on trying the KMC rims and happy with how they came out.

Black Bushwacker flares, Black tail gate lettering, light smoke tail lights, curved led light bar, and matte black wrap on middle hood /full roof/ partial tail gate.

Will post progress here soon!

 

[Mav615]

Love the black and white contrast. I was considering this before going all black. I have 245 65 17's on my hybrid. I was also considering a 1 inch leveling kit. Have you noticed any difference on how she handles? I hear that the leveling kit can make it a bit more harsh. The website says it's only compatible with 4wd. Do you travel any dirt/gravel roads. Thanks

Thank you! Love the look of the 245 65 17’s. I prefer the ride post leveling kit. A tiny bit stiffer but not harsh and feels more like a truck.

The front suspension on the hybrid is identical to other models. Leveling kit went on without any issues and did not required cutting. I do drive on dirt/gravel each weekend to ride bmx. The only difference is minimal stiffness which I prefer.

I was very cautious in risk of ride quality loss and making sure the front kit would work. Maverick Truck Club was a huge help and the posts gave me inspiration on my build. Enjoy your ride!

 

[Hiking78]

Thank you! Love the look of the 245 65 17’s. I prefer the ride post leveling kit. A tiny bit stiffer but not harsh and feels more like a truck.

The front suspension on the hybrid is identical to other models. Leveling kit went on without any issues and did not required cutting. I do drive on dirt/gravel each weekend to ride bmx. The only difference is minimal stiffness which I prefer.

I was very cautious in risk of ride quality loss and making sure the front kit would work. Maverick Truck Club was a huge help and the posts gave me inspiration on my build. Enjoy your ride!

Thanks for the info. Much appreciated! Enjoy your ride as well.

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