First time poster as a T4R owner. Just traded in the my lifted 08 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and picked up an 06 T4R Limited V8 with XREAS and RAS. After doing a lot of research and test driving a buddy's 04 V8, I was sold on the 4runner. Plus the sunroof and drop-down rear window makes the cabin feel like the top down in the Jeep haha. The 4runner has 166K on it and the Jeep had 140K and I made an even swap for it. The 4runner drives like a dream and it's great to know I'm only about halfway through it's life cycle, maybe even less. I hear these bad boys can go to a half million miles. That's crazy awesome. The 4runner is a place holder until I can afford a Tundra but I'm really happy with the switch.

Anyway, the one thing I miss about the Jeep that the T4R doesn't have (besides removable doors) is ground clearance. After doing extensive, mind-numbing research on this forum (many thanks to Ark_Swamper...I think is his handle), I've learned that since I have the RAS, I am limited to a front spacer lift only (unless I want to change out my entire suspension system...which, after the Jeep, I have had enough of for the time being). My question to y'all is have you heard anything or have any experience with the ProComp 2.25" spacer kit (http://www.procompusa.com/suspension...2286&pqa=13247). If so, any advice? Would 2.25" be too much in just the front, considering I have the heavier V8?

I've also read that I can set my rear airbag to it's highest setting and rip out the fuse (easiest among the many write-ups I've read...) so it doesn't return to it's normal position after 20 mph. My question: Is it bad for the airbags to be inflated to it's highest setting 24/7? Won't there be a higher chance that the bags burst if I hit a pot-hole or speed bump?

And for some reason my 4runner only came with one cross-beam on the roof rack...anyone know where I can get just the one?

Thanks everyone!

I would recommend the Daystar one over ProComp. Daystar is the more frequently used option and is significantly cheaper

2.5" : KT09116BK :
or
1" : KT09117BK

and I'd recommend a complete suspension swap over a spacer, but sounds like you've already done a little research =)

I'd recommend this: https://youtu.be/-tDYnzKtE2c

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I've been rocking the Procomp spacer lift for years paired with DayStar spacers in the rear. Looks great! It is ironic that I just happen to be installing a new Icon Stage 2 lift today, so if you want my front and rear spacers I will gladly sell them to you for $100 plus the cost of shipping. Just let me know. Here is a pic of my rig with the spacer lift (plus 1.5" body lift). You can learn more by visiting my build thread, just search "Old Grey".

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Was having some issues with my rear suspension... Sometimes the air bags would be set all the way up, sometimes all the way down. Pretty sure it had something to do with my ride height sensors....

Just a note, if you do somehow find a way to get your air bags fully inflated and set that way for driving....

Your gonna be in for a BUMPY ride lol. It feels like you're driving an old logging truck(not that I've ever driven one) but so I've heard that's how they feel like. Again, just a tip from experience.

BTW...about to order the 2.5" Daystar for the front.

Sorry, that was meant for @DiveGuy

Thanks for the tip J-Roc.

Someone mentioned the adjustable Bilstein 5100s as an option. What would be the pros and cons of going with the adjustable shocks as opposed to the spacer lift? Wheelers Offroad has the Bilsteins for $175 a pair! So I'm wondering if I should just replace my shocks entirely or go with the Daystar spacers. Any issues with the UCA with either option?

Man, so much new stuff to learn about. I'm starting all over again going from the Jeep. Thanks for the advice!