Daystar Comfort Ride and towing

[Nachies]

Here's my measurements from the Center of the Wheel Wells to the ground before and after the Daystar lift was.

Before: 34.5" Front; 37" Rear +/- .25

After: 37" Front; 38.5 Rear +/- .25

I installed the front 2.5 spacers and every thing sat level. Then I had my old man (250 lbs) jump into the back of the 4runner. The back of the 4runner sagged about a 1". So I tossed in the rear 1.5 Spacer.

With stock 265 tires I clear the standard garage door with plenty of room.... except for the stock FM antenna. Which I have about 1/8" Clearance.

I am buying new tires Thursday...

 

[Ramzey28]

Here's my measurements from the Center of the Wheel Wells to the ground before and after the Daystar lift was.

Before: 34.5" Front; 37" Rear +/- .25

After: 37" Front; 38.5 Rear +/- .25

I installed the front 2.5 spacers and every thing sat level. Then I had my old man (250 lbs) jump into the back of the 4runner. The back of the 4runner sagged about a 1". So I tossed in the rear 1.5 Spacer.

With stock 265 tires I clear the standard garage door with plenty of room.... except for the stock FM antenna. Which I have about 1/8" Clearance.

I am buying new tires Thursday...

Thanks, how does it handle? Do you still like it? Any real difference? Any suspension noises, etc? Let me know if you dont fit, Im thinking of 285's too. I guess I should look for a new antenna? Ill have to still with 265's or maybe 275's if you dont fit into your garage, I have a 9x7 (7high). I was thinking on nfabs but I like the truck looking higher (ground clearance) from the sides and I think the way they hang down, I might be disappointed...??

You decided to get rid of the 265's...didnt like the look?

 

[Nachies]

Thanks, how does it handle? Do you still like it? Any real difference? Any suspension noises, etc? Let me know if you dont fit, Im thinking of 285's too. I guess I should look for a new antenna? Ill have to still with 265's or maybe 275's if you dont fit into your garage, I have a 9x7 (7high). I was thinking on nfabs but I like the truck looking higher (ground clearance) from the sides and I think the way they hang down, I might be disappointed...??

You decided to get rid of the 265's...didnt like the look?

It rides and handles just like stock. I and the rest of the family can diffanilty notice the difference in climbing in and jumping out, Specially with my 5 year old. I have to lift her in all the time. Its not bad at all but steps are in order.

As for the stance with the stock 265's, this is the way it should of came from the factory. The only reason I am swapping my tires out is because I want more of an aggressive tire for a 4 wheel drive.

Today I stopped by discount to see what they had in stock. They had both the 265's and the 285's. I had them try on the 285's on the stock rim and they fit fine with just Slightly rubbing on the bump on the front of the fender liner. It looked really good. I am just having a hard time with the mpg. I keep leaning toward the 265's. Hope someone will sway me one way or another. Cant see how it can change that much with only being .5 dia. Difference in size.

any one??

 

[brockeverly]

It rides and handles just like stock. I and the rest of the family can diffanilty notice the difference in climbing in and jumping out, Specially with my 5 year old. I have to lift her in all the time. Its not bad at all but steps are in order.

As for the stance with the stock 265's, this is the way it should of came from the factory. The only reason I am swapping my tires out is because I want more aggressive tire for a 4 wheel drive.

Today I stopped by discount to see what they had in stock. They had both the 265's and the 285's. I had them try on the 285's on the stock rim and they fit fine with just Slightly rubbing on the bump on the front of the fender liner. It looked really good. I am just having a hard time with the mpg. I keep leaning toward the 265's.

I keeping hopping someone with sway me one way or another. I dont see how it can change that much with only being .5 dia. Difference in size.

any one??

285's are the way to go. The MPG's drop more from weight than the diameter, so just get a D load rating instead of E. If you don't do 285's you'll be kicking yourself later for it.

 

[Ramzey28]

I have been going back and forth on 275 or 285. 275 are load c and cost more but less chance of any rubbing.

 

[Stu-Runner]

Here is a picture of my ride after the Daystar lift.



I am very pleased with the way it turned out and my truck sits completely level. My measurements (from the center of the hub to the bottom of the fender) are:

Before: (Front=20.5 in and Rear=22 in)
After: (Front=23.0 in and Rear=23.0 in)

For tires, it came down to a more aggressive tread and trying to minimize the impact to my fuel economy. I knew I was going to do the Daystar lift and through this forum got turned on to the Duratracs. I chose the load range C size 265 because they are 6 pounds lighter per tire than the load range E. Keep in mind, they are still heavier than the stock Bridgestones so they will effect mpg’s. I was a little concerned that the 265’s might look too small with the lift but I think they look great and hopefully saved some mpg’s.

So far, I love the lift and tires. It’s a huge improvement over the stock Bridgestones and I am very pleased with the ride and handling. My gas mileage has decreased by about 3 mpg from a combination of the Duratracs and the Daystar 2.5 inch lift.

I plan to go with OW 2.5 inch lift after my warranty runs out and the Daystar is the perfect subtle starter lift.

Stu

 

[Nachies]

Here is a picture of my ride after the Daystar lift.

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I am very pleased with the way it turned out and my truck sits completely level. My measurements (from the center of the hub to the bottom of the fender) are:

Before: (Front=20.5 in and Rear=22 in)
After: (Front=23.0 in and Rear=23.0 in)

For tires, it came down to a more aggressive tread and trying to minimize the impact to my fuel economy. I knew I was going to do the Daystar lift and through this forum got turned on to the Duratracs. I chose the load range C size 265 because they are 6 pounds lighter per tire than the load range E. Keep in mind, they are still heavier than the stock Bridgestones so they will effect mpg’s. I was a little concerned that the 265’s might look too small with the lift but I think they look great and hopefully saved some mpg’s.

So far, I love the lift and tires. It’s a huge improvement over the stock Bridgestones and I am very pleased with the ride and handling. My gas mileage has decreased by about 3 mpg from a combination of the Duratracs and the Daystar 2.5 inch lift.

I plan to go with OW 2.5 inch lift after my warranty runs out and the Daystar is the perfect subtle starter lift.

Stu

Looks Good.

 

[brockeverly]

Looks great Stu. I was wondering why you had more wheel gap than me, then realized you are on 265s. I think I will be taking my skirts off today to see how I like the look on my truck. They will be coming off for some NFAB or sliders soon anyway.

 

[Stu-Runner]

Brock,
Thanks man! Your thread was the motivation for me to get the lift. I am very pleased with the lift and get a lot of compliments.

Stu

 

[Ramzey28]

Has anyone had the daystar sag, compress and reduce the originial lift? I know some have had it now for almost 2 yrs....just wondering because its a poly....

 

[oakjefferson]

My buddy's got me looking at the 2.5/1.5. I just leased a 2012 SR5 - I'm assuming I can probably return the vehicle at lease end and the dealership won't give me any grief about these since they can be removed easily and probably make resale a little easier. Anyone have any thoughts? I think if I want to lift my leased truck, with the intention of returning it, this is the only way to go?

Glad to see some 5th gen pics on here, can't wait to look into this. Budgeting about $300 for labour and $200 for parts - sound right?

 

[jca21]

My buddy's got me looking at the 2.5/1.5. I just leased a 2012 SR5 - I'm assuming I can probably return the vehicle at lease end and the dealership won't give me any grief about these since they can be removed easily and probably make resale a little easier. Anyone have any thoughts? I think if I want to lift my leased truck, with the intention of returning it, this is the only way to go?

Glad to see some 5th gen pics on here, can't wait to look into this. Budgeting about $300 for labour and $200 for parts - sound right?

yes, it is a good way to go

as for labour you're probably looking at around 3 hours shop time + alignment.

i'd say 150 for the parts and 400 for labour (shop hours being 99.50 here + the alignment which will be 100).

total should run you about 550 :cheers:

 

[Stu-Runner]

I would be careful with a lease. You might want to save some cash for having them removed prior to turn in. Not sure what the specifics of the lease agreement are...

I love my lift so it's the way to go for the money and it's pretty mild.

Stu

 

[Outdoorsman]

Here is a picture of my ride after the Daystar lift.

View attachment 58089

I am very pleased with the way it turned out and my truck sits completely level. My measurements (from the center of the hub to the bottom of the fender) are:

Before: (Front=20.5 in and Rear=22 in)
After: (Front=23.0 in and Rear=23.0 in)

For tires, it came down to a more aggressive tread and trying to minimize the impact to my fuel economy. I knew I was going to do the Daystar lift and through this forum got turned on to the Duratracs. I chose the load range C size 265 because they are 6 pounds lighter per tire than the load range E. Keep in mind, they are still heavier than the stock Bridgestones so they will effect mpg’s. I was a little concerned that the 265’s might look too small with the lift but I think they look great and hopefully saved some mpg’s.

So far, I love the lift and tires. It’s a huge improvement over the stock Bridgestones and I am very pleased with the ride and handling. My gas mileage has decreased by about 3 mpg from a combination of the Duratracs and the Daystar 2.5 inch lift.

I plan to go with OW 2.5 inch lift after my warranty runs out and the Daystar is the perfect subtle starter lift.

Stu

Wow! 3mpg loss with stock size tire and minor lift. What do people get the move up to 285's then? LOL My limited gets 12.5-13 mpg average now on Bridgestone stock 20" narrow highway tires. So I would be looking at getting 10mpg. Awesome! It does get 16-17 if all highway now.
Glad I read this. Will highly reconsider lift. Thanks