Daystar KT09134BK

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jjpierce

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Newbie here so please be gentle...I've spent some time searching posts on this forum (which are awesome and have been super helpful by the way) but am really just looking for answers to a few specific questions. If there is something already in existence, feel free to direct me there, otherwise thanks in advance for all your help and feel free to answer all or none of my questions.

I'm looking to add a leveling kit on my wife's 2012 Limited (see's a fair amount of mountain driving, but no wheeling) and plan on keeping the stock rims for now. I've seen a few posts with people who have used the Daystar KT09134BK and 275/60/20's and I think this combination would be perfect for what I need.

1. How will it affect the overall ride, Daystar says it will maintain/improve?

2. Do I need to add wheel spacers, will there be any rubbing?

3. Any input on going with this particular daystar leveling kit vs. another?

4. Can I have the same size tires with the front only (KT09133BK) and is there any disadvantage to one or the other?

5. Any long term problems with drive train (I have extended warranty)?

6. Can anyone comment on the Cooper AT3's?

I know it is asking a lot but I could really use the help. Thanks guys.
 
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jjpierce said:
"...I'm looking to add a leveling kit on my wife's 2012 Limited (see's a fair amount of mountain driving, but no wheeling) and plan on keeping the stock rims for now

2. Do I need to add wheel spacers, will there be any rubbing?..."
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Hi jjp,

I really cannot speak to all of the questions regarding "Daystar" as I'm keeping my 'Limited' stock w/'X-REAS'. I did, however, upgrade the tires to 275/55 R20 and I can tell you that a 275/60 will cause problems with 'Rubbing issues' w/o modifying the height/liner/or body mount!

"PS: 275/55 R20 is the largest tire that will fit w/o mods!" Rgds,

rigtec, cheers
 
I had Daystars on my trail for a few weeks. To me, it deteriorated the ride. Going over speed bumps or potholes was definitely more harsh than stock.

As for the AT3's, I've had them on for a few months now and I'm impressed with their performance, ride, and noise. I've used them on the beach, and wet/muddy trails without much issue. They don't shed mud like actual mud tires do, but I was happy with how they performed. Search around on here. A few people are running them.

Hope this helps.
 
kpd1999 said:
I had Daystars on my trail for a few weeks. To me, it deteriorated the ride. Going over speed bumps or potholes was definitely more harsh than stock.
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What did you replace them with? Would love something to soften my ride over potholes b/c New Orleans has the worst streets in the country.
 
the daystar kit rides the same as stock.... if you plan on doing anything beyond mall crawling I would go with 5100s at a minimum and rear coils.
 
[QUOTE I would go with 5100s at a minimum and rear coils.[/QUOTE]

Instead of the daystar, or addition too?
Thanks for all the help.
 
Replaced everything with Icon. It was best for what I wanted. There are other great options as well, just depends on how much you are willing to spend (notice I didn't say "want to spend"), and what you are wanting to do with it.
 
jjpierce said:
[QUOTE I would go with 5100s at a minimum and rear coils.
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Instead of the daystar, or addition too?
Thanks for all the help.[/QUOTE]instead of. 5100s on all 4 corners. if you are considering a daystar it sounds like you want 2.5" in the front so then I would get 1.5" coils in the rear. If money is no option look at Toytec or Icon
 
At this point, money is a factor. Looking to improve overall look and add a little more aggressive tire, the added clearance would be nice as well. Sounds like I could add the 5100s and coil springs later on?
 
you can piece it together.

Phase 1
5100s up fron set to 2.5" and 1.5" daystar spares out back

Phase 2
1.5" coils out back w/5100 rear shocks

all I would say is do the front right the first time because that is th emost labor intensive part. Rear is a snap so pulling a spacer and oem coils for new coils/shocks is easy
 
Are you talking about buying the front and rear spacer from daystar and only using the back? Found a set of 4, 5100s for $311 delivered, seems like a decent price. Plus $130ish for the daystar.
 
If money is a big factor, you are willing/wanting to DIY, and there isn't a true need for a wheeling suspension...... you can't beat the Daystar kit. It's as good as any other leveling kit and will last longer than you keep the truck.

I have no regrets at all in getting the Daystar kit instead of 5100s/springs.

That being said, it might become less attractive if you pay someone $400-$600 to install the $150 Daystar kit.
 
Would putting on a set of 5100's up front and positioning them at 1.5" give me the same result as leveling kit? Also, realistically what would the install time be on the daystar kit? I've read a few reviews that said about 3 hours, does this seem accurate?
 
1.75" is the setting... you may feel nose high so keep in mind a 1" cornfed spacer is 3 times as much as a daystar 1.5" spacer. Set the front 5100 to 2.5" and get daystar 1.5" rear spacers ($40).
 
Application information for '10 - '16 4Runners

This situation seems to keep coming up so I thought I would post info to clarify the fit on the rear of '10 - '16 4Runners. Please delete if not appropriate.

According to Toyota, there is only one part number for the rear coil spring bump stop/isolator on the '10 - '16 4Runners. Having said that, we have found that there are in fact 2 different dimension parts. I've attached a chart showing where to measure to make sure you get the correct parts.

If anyone has any questions they can call Daystar at any time at 800-595-7659.
 

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