Disclaimer: I have searched extensively, but have not found a difinitive answer.
It is commonly accepted around here that if you have X-REAS and want to lift your truck, you have 2 options:
1) Install a spacer lift.
2) Disconnect X-REAS and replace with new coils and shocks.
I realize you would not want to overextend the XREAS shocks by pairing them with springs that are 3" taller. Is that the only reason why XREAS is limited to spacers only?
I ask because it is my understanding that FJ Cruiser coils are slightly stiffer than stock 4Runner coils and can be installed in their place. I have not found anyone who has switched only the coils, but supposedly the FJ springs will lift a 4Runner ~1".
As long as there is nothing physically preventing the install of different coils with the XREAS, I would like to attempt this swap because:
a) it would give the truck a slightly more aggressive stance
b) the truck would ride a little firmer, with slightly increased load carrying ability
c) it is a tame enough lift to still allow the XREAS to function properly
Are my assumtions correct in that a 1" lift would be OK for the XREAS shocks? Are there any other things preventing such a swap?
It is commonly accepted around here that if you have X-REAS and want to lift your truck, you have 2 options:
1) Install a spacer lift.
2) Disconnect X-REAS and replace with new coils and shocks.
I realize you would not want to overextend the XREAS shocks by pairing them with springs that are 3" taller. Is that the only reason why XREAS is limited to spacers only?
I ask because it is my understanding that FJ Cruiser coils are slightly stiffer than stock 4Runner coils and can be installed in their place. I have not found anyone who has switched only the coils, but supposedly the FJ springs will lift a 4Runner ~1".
As long as there is nothing physically preventing the install of different coils with the XREAS, I would like to attempt this swap because:
a) it would give the truck a slightly more aggressive stance
b) the truck would ride a little firmer, with slightly increased load carrying ability
c) it is a tame enough lift to still allow the XREAS to function properly
Are my assumtions correct in that a 1" lift would be OK for the XREAS shocks? Are there any other things preventing such a swap?
