Hi all,
First post here, I'm the proud new owner of a 01 4Runner w/ 92K miles (4x4 w/ locker):
This baby was lovingly cared for by it's previous owner (interior totally spotless, maintenance records including timing belt / pump at 80k, new battery, wires, belts, etc..) and I'm looking forward to hopefully having it for a long time.
This is my first Toyota, but I've owned a Jeep in the past. I plan on using it as a daily driver (<15 mi most days), road trips, light wheeling and camping / climbing all seasons in the mountains.
I've already started modding (of course...) with some WeatherTech liners and a B&M 70268 on the way, and I'll be dropping the running boards on friday.
My plan is to lift it here soon (Toytec Ultimate looks pretty good...), but I want to be sure that the truck remains pretty comfortable on the road, as it will admittedly be on pavement most of the time. I also dream of a bumper with lights and winch up front and some rails, but that probably won't be for at least a few months.
So, is a 3+1 inch lift too much for a daily driver / highway truck? If any of you happen to have the Toytec lift kit, how does your truck handle on the road? Do I need to run stiffer springs in the front for when I get the bumper, or will that wreck the ride until that extra weight is put on the front? Should I replace the LBJs at the same time as the lift, even if they aren't worn out?
It's good to be here, and thanks for your help!