I own a 2008 SR5 2x4 v8 and went online to look up the ground clearance. I have the upgraded 17inch alloy's and the stock Michelin's. Many sites such as 2008 Toyota 4Runner specs, auto safety at Edmunds seem to think there is 8.7" minimum. I went and measured myself and the lowest point (at the skid plate) was 7.5". Why do all of the car sites say 8.5"+ minimum ground clearance??
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My apology Super for possibly highjacking this thread, but I think I have a related question. I want to increase ground clearance, not for looks, but for going offroad in some areas where lava rocks come into play. Can I ask you all if I've got my facts right?
As I understand it, body lift will have no effect on clearance but lifting through the suspension does. In addition it's my understanding you get the exact same increase in ground clearance, as what you measure before and after the lift from the same point on the ground to the same point on your bumpers. Are those two assumptions correct? Thanks.
Uneek
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A body lift raises the body higher off the frame. It makes no changes for ground clearance. A body lift helps create additional clearances for larger tires.
A suspension lift will give additional ground clearance, except under the rear axle. Only bigger tires will give additional clearance under the axle.
