Inv4drZm
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They usually list their lift amount, not how tall the spacers actually are.
No idea about the RC lift hopefully someone else replies.
4th Gen Suspension Options/FAQ
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They usually list their lift amount, not how tall the spacers actually are.
No idea about the RC lift hopefully someone else replies.
theoutbackdream
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Got it! Thanks for that info. Hopefully someone does chime in on the RC kit.. Quite interested in it over the daystars.
No clue on the 4Runners, but their Jeep kits are known to ride incredibly rough, and have shocks that don't last very long.
JustinCG
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I was snooping around craiglist here on the east coast yesterday and found plenty of FJ springs and take off suspension parts. Try Raleigh, NC, Charlotte, Hampton roads, VA, SC cities. plenty there. I'm not sure where you live but it might be worth a shot to look.
jrm
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theoutbackdream
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Has anyone used bilstein 5100 with stock springs, maxed out at 2.5" in the front? I've been thinking about going this route, and just lifting the rear with spacers..
Opinions on this?
If you've done it, what's your opinion on this route? Pics would be helpful too
Opinions on this?
If you've done it, what's your opinion on this route? Pics would be helpful too
aznxfactor
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I did it with moog coils front + rear and daystar 1.5 rear lift spacers. Traded it in for a 16 land cruiser. Still miss my 4runner though.....
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theoutbackdream
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I did it with moog coils front + rear and daystar 1.5 rear lift spacers. Traded it in for a 16 land cruiser. Still miss my 4runner though.....
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Thanks for that!
I'm assuming you did Bilstein 5100 both front and rear then...?
The thing i'm thinking of doing is just the fronts.. Wondering how that would do...
jrm
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New coils
If you can swing it, replace the coils. The moogs arent expensive and the ride will be so much better.
If you can swing it, replace the coils. The moogs arent expensive and the ride will be so much better.
aznxfactor
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I did 5100 front and rear. Moog coils front and rear. Daystar 1.5 rear lift to be 2.5 front and 2.5 rear. I like the rake that's why I did the Daystar.
4wheel parts have sets of 4 5100 shocks for $325 new. Might as well do the rears as its pretty cheap.
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theoutbackdream
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Wow didn't know they were that cheap... I kept seeing them for ~$450. Guess i'll be getting springs while I'm at it.
theoutbackdream
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aznxfactor
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Look online. I bought my moog from Wal-Mart online. It was like 55 bucks or something like that. It was super cheap and pretty good overall. More stiff than the xreas but when you lift a 4runner its not supposed to be a soft ride. [emoji14]
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catfishbirddog
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Agree on both points, I did my XREAS delete Sunday. Ended up crushing the lines on the driver side front between the frame and the jack stand anyway, stupid place to put them but made it easier for removal. Would definitely need to cut if they were above crossmember. I didn't cut, just bent when pulled down, not too much trouble but was surprised how much the fronts sprayed hydraulic fluid when I removed first bolts on front shocks. Figured they'd be dry after 12 years of neglect.
After spraying everything with PB blaster for a few days prior thanks to reading this forum, the hardest part of installing new suspension was jacking the truck up (cheap jack) and removing XREAS. Disclaimer though, I bought front coils & shocks assembled from Toyotec. I want to thank you all for tips/comments like this but my bank account is hoping I never return to t4r.org again...
A few months back I thought I'd go with a budget lift hoping I'd get the 4R to sit level and slightly higher. I swapped a full set of used FJ struts and coils along with a Toytec 1/4 inch front spacer. Unfortunately, there is still some slight rake, and the budget lift didn't net me much difference. Although.... I did enjoy the slight difference the suspension made in the crazy nose dives during braking in city traffic.
I am now thinking of getting some 5100's all around. Question is, from reading people's set ups, what else should I expect to order? I will probably re-use the stock FJ springs along with the 5100's, but are spacers (front or rear) necessary to get an even lift? I am looking forward to getting 2-2.5 lift in the front with the rear leveled, will the stock FJ springs be ok?
I am now thinking of getting some 5100's all around. Question is, from reading people's set ups, what else should I expect to order? I will probably re-use the stock FJ springs along with the 5100's, but are spacers (front or rear) necessary to get an even lift? I am looking forward to getting 2-2.5 lift in the front with the rear leveled, will the stock FJ springs be ok?
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ParotHead
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So I finished my install last weekend. Still need to get bigger tires and will do so as soon as these wear out a little more.
2005 4Runner Limited 2WD V8
Front: Bilstein 5100's @ 1.75", OEM FJ Springs
Rear: Bilstein 5100's, OEM FJ Springs, 1.5" Daystar FJ spacer
Tires: Bridgestone Dueler 840 265/65/17
Wheels: Stock Limited Wheels
Center of wheel to bottom of fender measurements:
Before:
Front: 18 3/8"
Rear: 21 3/8"
After:
Front: 22"
Rear: 23 3/8"
2005 4Runner Limited 2WD V8
Front: Bilstein 5100's @ 1.75", OEM FJ Springs
Rear: Bilstein 5100's, OEM FJ Springs, 1.5" Daystar FJ spacer
Tires: Bridgestone Dueler 840 265/65/17
Wheels: Stock Limited Wheels
Center of wheel to bottom of fender measurements:
Before:
Front: 18 3/8"
Rear: 21 3/8"
After:
Front: 22"
Rear: 23 3/8"
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