Originally Posted by ARK_SWAMP_RIDER

Look like you guys are on the right track. I've installed the 2.5/1.5 and also the budget boost, install is the same (unless you get the 2.5/1.5 kit from Wheeler's that still used the preload spacer). 2.5/1.5 or Budgest boost front/1.5 rear would be the same difficulty to install, I can't say one is better than the other. It's purely up the the individual and how much rake they want left. When I did the 2.5/1.5, the results were very close to 2.5/1.5.

With the design of these kits, the install is very easy. The only problem is that for you guys up north, rust can be a real issue. I'd read through the write-ups and find every bolt you'll need to touch, then start soaking it in penetrating oil (WD-40 or similar) every day for at least a week. Any shop that does suspension or lift installs can do it. If they are not familiar with XREAS, just be sure they don't disconnect the lines and it'll be fine. It's not a hard install if you decide to do it yourself.

Originally Posted by JohnnyT

Thanks

Anyone have the part # of the easier kit.? I was looking at this one.....

Daystar Lift Kits for Toyota 4Runner -Wheeler's Off-Road, Inc-

Originally Posted by ARK_SWAMP_RIDER

Wheeler's sells the old style that uses a preload spacer and is more difficult to install. Anyone else should be selling the newer version. To my knowledge part numbers are all the same. For the 2.5/1.5 it's KT09115BK.

Originally Posted by Ukraine Train

Can you guys tell me if 255/70/18's will clear with FJ springs and maybe a 1/4" front spacer? These are the same 32" height as 255/75/17, which are supposed to fit according to this thread, but I saw someone mention in another thread that they had rubbing with 255/70/18's on FJ springs and a 1" spacer. If it does rub, would it be minimal and just need the liner pushed out? I'm looking at getting Vision Warrior wheels which are 18x8.5 with a +25mm offset, which should push the tire outboard a bit also. Thanks!

Originally Posted by HLinn23

What would happen if I put the fj springs with daystar 2.5, and added the 1/4 (1/2) topout spacer?

Originally Posted by Ukraine Train

Can you guys tell me if 255/70/18's will clear with FJ springs and maybe a 1/4" front spacer? These are the same 32" height as 255/75/17, which are supposed to fit according to this thread, but I saw someone mention in another thread that they had rubbing with 255/70/18's on FJ springs and a 1" spacer. If it does rub, would it be minimal and just need the liner pushed out? I'm looking at getting Vision Warrior wheels which are 18x8.5 with a +25mm offset, which should push the tire outboard a bit also. Thanks!

Originally Posted by wnelax04sr5

ive worn my geolanders down to nothing, and its time to replace. i want to go with either destination at's or terra grapplers, in either a 265/70 or 285/70. my concern is that i have a 3/2 spacer, that has settled to about 2 and 3/4 and 1 and 3/4. my ground to fender with 265/65's is about 35.5. im not worried too much about the rear, but is it possible to run 285/70's without totally ripping apart my bumper? i have spidertrax too btw

Originally Posted by ARK_SWAMP_RIDER

Sorry, just now seeing this. Since those are mild all terrain tires, your rubbing may not be quite so bad. The rubbing it typically minimal on the bumper, about five minutes with a sharp knife/razor will easily take care of that. It's the rear part of the front fenderwell that has caused issues for me. You'll need to remove the mud flaps and possibly trim some plastic behind them. If you're not really flexing off road you will probably be fine with the trimming mentioned above.