OME 2 or 3" lift kit questions
Hello all, I've never done a lift before on my previous Tacos or 4Runner, but on my new 5th Gen 4Runner I'm wanting to put 33" tires on it (specifically the 285/70/17 BFG KM3's), and beef up the suspension.
I think I've narrowed it down to the OME lift kit, but I'm not sure whether to do the 2" or 3" lift. If I can get by with the 2" for that size tire, I'd prefer it, as I understand replacing the UCA would not be necessary with a 2" lift (if that's correct?). So my question is, can I get away with a 2" lift and no UCA replacement for that tire (stock wheels), or will I need the 3" lift and UCA? Thanks in advance! |
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I did not need aftermarket UCA’s or a Panard Correction Kit (PCK) when I did a 1.5/1” spacer lift on my Pro. This equates to an overall lift height of 2.5” up front, Pros are already 1”
higher up front than other 4Runners. The rear was 1” higher. With the factory 7” wide Pro wheels with, as I recall have a +4 offset, I had no problems with fit and clearance issues. The Pros come with the fender liner mod and I did not have to cut or mod anything. There is a variance in all the 4Runners, so your result may vary. Pics when stock except spacer lift and 285’s. Now I have a 3” Radflo extended travel setup and needed aftermarket UCA’s and a PCK.With a 3” lift there are other things you may have to consider also. i.e.; bump stops, extended rear brake lines, sway bar spacers, etc. I went plenty of places with my Pro just with the spacer mod and 285’s for 4 years until getting new suspension a couple months ago due to added weight. Something to consider down the road. Armor, RTT, etc. |
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For reference. Some comparison pics. Stock with 1.5/1” spacer lift and 285/70-17’s versus 3” Radflo lift with reservoirs and adjusters. Center of hub to top of fender measurement. Top pic, 22 3/8” and 23 3/8” rear. Latest setup, 23 1/4” F and 24 1/2” R. I currently have full steel armor underneath with Warn Lo-pro bumper, which, the factory Pro suspension could not handle, hence the change. I may lower my current suspension down a 1/2”. Proper alignment is very important.
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Honestly, if i had to do it again, i'd look into a suspension that gives you a 2.5F/2R lift. Keep some money left over in case you need a UCA and a BMC, and go from there. |
I went with the 3in OME with JBA UCAs about two years ago. No issues, had stock tires and getting 285/70R17s put in today. We will see how it goes.
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Here's how the lift turned out. I'm very happy with it: https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Gol...mp%20Rd-X2.jpg |
turned out sweet! btw if you fully flex IFS, and dont limit up travel via bump stop spacers, lift wont change whether your tires rub or dont rub. stock size with 285's rubs just like 2" with 285's. just matters if itll rub at ride height or when on the trail.
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