1-2 inch lift options

[repo]

Ok I have got all the boring stuff up to date on my 4runner so now I want to replace my stock suspension that has 190k on it, but only want to add about maybe inch over where it is now (99 tall, 21" hub to fender) and run 265/75/16 tires. Preferably a kit with assembled coilovers.

I don't really go off pavement except gravel/dirt and min maint roads. I actually bought it for snow. I'd like something stouter than the oem suspension which is too bouncy and rolly, and can carry loads with less sagging and handle dirt well at 50mph. I don't like the idea of increasing the rollover risk with 3" when I dont need the height.

I've been researching and everyone does 3", but I'm not finding much info on a more robust stock alternative or 1-2" lift except spacers. I like the look of the Toytec Boss kit but the back shocks dont seem adjustable to 2" like the front? How would 2" front, 3" rear be?

Everything is stock weight but I will probably get an ARB front bumper soon. Budget under $1500.

 

[3rzrunner]

seems like you haven't done enough research..... :keyboard:

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/66976-3rd-gen-4runner-lift-information-faqs.html

a higher back is called 'rake' and it is in most cases desired.

 

[UnderFire]

Possible options I know of:

OME 2" set-up, 881 and 906 coils.

Tundra fronts on factory tundra struts instead of 5100's, should be right around 2"

Any coilovers should be adjustable from 0-3" lift

FJ Cruiser rear coils may also be an option for 2" of rear lift.

 

[3rzrunner]

.....but the back shocks dont seem adjustable to 2" like the front?

:tsk: OK.

the 3rd gen 4runner is IFS (independent Front Suspension) and Solid Axel Rear.

On a solid axel shocks DO NOT provide the lift as the SPRINGS do...

In the front, on a coilover setup, the shock body is threaded and has a bottom plate that can be 'cranked' up or down to 'lift' depending on user preference.

coilovers are the most expensive front lift and you will not need them if you don't go off road.

I personally have the OME 881/906 lift with 20mm of ARB trim packers and bilstein shocks and I love it.

READ the link I put in my first post!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[scrapper]

:tsk: OK.

the 3rd gen 4runner is IFS (independent Front Suspension) and Solid Axel Rear.

On a solid axel shocks DO NOT provide the lift as the SPRINGS do...

In the front, on a coilover setup, the shock body is threaded and has a bottom plate that can be 'cranked' up or down to 'lift' depending on user preference.

coilovers are the most expensive front lift and you will not need them if you don't go off road.

I personally have the OME 881/906 lift with 20mm of ARB trim packers and bilstein shocks and I love it.

READ the link I put in my first post!!!!!!!!!!!

Question.
Hope I'm not hijacking here but I've been over and over the link you refer to and I've learned a great deal but something I've yet to determine is -

From the link defining 'coil spacers':

"The coil spacer sits inside the coil/shock assembly and just compresses the spring most than normal which creates lift. The advantage to this type of spacer is that it does not change the geometry of the factory setup. However, they can cause a harsh ride especially if you coil springs are old and sagging. "

What if your coil springs have 200k miles and you anticipate that last sentence being status quo and replace the coil springs when the coil spacer lift is installed? Would this solve the "harsh ride" problem to any extent?

 

[repo]

seems like you haven't done enough research..... :keyboard:

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/66976-3rd-gen-4runner-lift-information-faqs.html

a higher back is called 'rake' and it is in most cases desired.

Yes I read that already. I don't want a 3"+ lift, dont want spacers since my suspension is already worn out, dont want a body lift, everything I read says OME are very rough and skippy on the road, and 99s are too soft. And it doesn't really address shock choices much.

 

[Justin727]

Yes I read that already. I don't want a 3"+ lift, dont want spacers since my suspension is already worn out, dont want a body lift, everything I read says OME are very rough and skippy on the road, and 99s are too soft. And it doesn't really address shock choices much.

Go with the TRD Tundra front Coil springs/Tundra Bilstein adjustable 5100's up front on the 2nd perch adjustment and for the rear get some OME 906 springs and 5100's for the rear.

You tube speedys garage 4runner lift. It's a complete how to with valuable information.

 

[gamefreakgc]

Yes I read that already. I don't want a 3"+ lift, dont want spacers since my suspension is already worn out, dont want a body lift, everything I read says OME are very rough and skippy on the road, and 99s are too soft. And it doesn't really address shock choices much.

99's aren't too soft if new. People pull them from the junkyard with 200k+ miles and put them on and then are somehow surprised that they are just as squishy as the old worn out ones they took off.

Maybe going Land Cruiser springs is more of what you are looking for?

One more thought, if you replace shocks and springs with stock parts most likely your 4Runner will sit higher anyway with the new parts.

 

[loamcanuck]

I know this thread is a little old, but I'm just curious what you ended up with?I've got a 2000 limited, running 32"s now (falkan wildpeak at4s), and I'm getting rubbing on the frame behind the tire on hard locks and inclines. I understand that these tires should fit stock, and that the rubbing could be a symptom of bad LCAs, but I might still be interested in a 1-2" lift anyway. Mostly for aesthetics, but the extra clearance on the occasional logging road or crappy trail head that I navigate would be nice. Like you, I don't want to mess around with spacers or a body lift. I'm also a total layperson when it comes to technical knowledge around this, so I'm going to work with my mechanic to get parts ordered and installed. But I want to do some learning on what parts I want to order.

 

[phattyduck]

I know this thread is a little old, but I'm just curious what you ended up with?I've got a 2000 limited, running 32"s now (falkan wildpeak at4s), and I'm getting rubbing on the frame behind the tire on hard locks and inclines. I understand that these tires should fit stock, and that the rubbing could be a symptom of bad LCAs, but I might still be interested in a 1-2" lift anyway. Mostly for aesthetics, but the extra clearance on the occasional logging road or crappy trail head that I navigate would be nice. Like you, I don't want to mess around with spacers or a body lift. I'm also a total layperson when it comes to technical knowledge around this, so I'm going to work with my mechanic to get parts ordered and installed. But I want to do some learning on what parts I want to order.

A lift won't help that. Just don't turn quite as sharp, like everyone else with stock offset wheels. It'll save your CVs too...

-Charlie