Daystar Lift Kit
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ksneubec
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Not sure about Daystar's website, but here is where I got my kit:
http://www.4wheelparts.com/4wp/prod...=SUS&prodline=2053&catName=Suspension&man=DAY
I will post pics of the truck later today, as soon as I take them
I've had it for about 3 weeks, and I love it. Bobby helped me to install it (That's his truck in the main t4r photo at the top of the page), and with his help, it was pretty easy (He installed it on his truck as well, so he had experience). Ride and handle are exactly the same as before. You get a better view of the road, but the lift isn't so high that you feel like you are driving a hillbilly truck around (not that there is anything wrong with that ).
In addition, it barely changes the drivetrain geometry, helping to keep things in more of their stock position. Pics are on their way.
http://www.4wheelparts.com/4wp/prod...=SUS&prodline=2053&catName=Suspension&man=DAY
I will post pics of the truck later today, as soon as I take them
I've had it for about 3 weeks, and I love it. Bobby helped me to install it (That's his truck in the main t4r photo at the top of the page), and with his help, it was pretty easy (He installed it on his truck as well, so he had experience). Ride and handle are exactly the same as before. You get a better view of the road, but the lift isn't so high that you feel like you are driving a hillbilly truck around (not that there is anything wrong with that
). In addition, it barely changes the drivetrain geometry, helping to keep things in more of their stock position. Pics are on their way.
bulldog-yota
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AlexJet
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I was looking through websites for DAYSTAR 2.5" Full Lift Kit or 1.25" Front Lift Kit + 2" Rear Lift Kit, but in the most websites say that this Lift Kits are not designed for XREAS or Air Suspension.
1. '03-'05 4Runner 2WD/4WD 2.5" Complete Lift Kit: $239.95
Our custom packaged kit includes Daystar's 2.5" lift spacer kit for the front and 2" lift for the rear. Not for XREAS or Air Leveling equipped vehicles.
2a. '03-'05 4Runner 1.25" Lift Front Coil Spacer Kit: $59.95
This kit mounts on top of the upper strut coil support plate and doesn't affect the actual spring rate. That means the ride firmness will feel similar to stock after installation of this kit. Comes with necessary longer stud kit. Not for XREAS or Air Leveling equipped vehicles.
2b. '03-'05 4Runner 2" Rear Coil Spacer Kit: $145.00
I don't have Air Rear Suspension System, but I do have XREAS. Does anyone install or know how to install Lift Kits to XREAS?
1. '03-'05 4Runner 2WD/4WD 2.5" Complete Lift Kit: $239.95
Our custom packaged kit includes Daystar's 2.5" lift spacer kit for the front and 2" lift for the rear. Not for XREAS or Air Leveling equipped vehicles.
2a. '03-'05 4Runner 1.25" Lift Front Coil Spacer Kit: $59.95
This kit mounts on top of the upper strut coil support plate and doesn't affect the actual spring rate. That means the ride firmness will feel similar to stock after installation of this kit. Comes with necessary longer stud kit. Not for XREAS or Air Leveling equipped vehicles.
2b. '03-'05 4Runner 2" Rear Coil Spacer Kit: $145.00
I don't have Air Rear Suspension System, but I do have XREAS. Does anyone install or know how to install Lift Kits to XREAS?
ksneubec
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A lot of the lift kits on the market are "leveling" kits in that they raise the front more than the back, b/c the truck actually sits with the rear slightly higher than the front. The reason I went with Daystar, in addition to working with XREAS (which I have), is that it is NOT a leveling kit. It is an even 2.5" raise in the front and back, so you keep the same looks and geometry. If you click on the link I posted a couple messages back, and scroll to the second to last kit on the page, that is a FULL kit for the 4Runner, so you don't have to piece-meal it together. Here is a quote a what they are offering:
2003-05 Toyota 4Runner 2 1/2" Lift Front and Rear *(Not for use with rear airbag suspension)
DAYKT09115BK $333.99 $241.99
2003-05 Toyota 4Runner 2 1/2" Lift Front and Rear *(Not for use with rear airbag suspension)
DAYKT09115BK $333.99 $241.99
AlexJet
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Thanks, I have your link in mind. The question was if it works wit X-REAS, because other web resources giving note to the same kit that it doesn't work with either X-REAS or Air Suspension. But if you have this kit and X-REAS, this means that it works!
Another question was that with Lift Kit it looks that 4Runner needs big tires. Probably 265/70R17 or larger size. That's why I asked if you can do and post some pictures during daylight and with different angle like front, side, 3/4, back, etc. This will be very helpful for me to decide.
Secondary, Daystar is offering 2 separate kits with 1.25" front and 2" rear. It's a little bit lower then 2.5" full kit, and probably will not need to upgrade tire size. Do you think that
Another question was that with Lift Kit it looks that 4Runner needs big tires. Probably 265/70R17 or larger size. That's why I asked if you can do and post some pictures during daylight and with different angle like front, side, 3/4, back, etc. This will be very helpful for me to decide.
Secondary, Daystar is offering 2 separate kits with 1.25" front and 2" rear. It's a little bit lower then 2.5" full kit, and probably will not need to upgrade tire size. Do you think that
ksneubec
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If the local damn CVS would stay open past 6pm, I could post pics today, but you will have to wait until tomorrow for daytime lift kit photos. I think the truck looks very good with the standard tire size and the lift. When the dunlops wear down, however, I will go with the revos, which are one inch larger and fill in the wheelwell a little better. IMO, I would go with the 2.5" all-around lift. Here is a pic of Bobby's truck, with the same lift and with 256/70/17 Revos:
ksneubec
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There are some "daytime" photos of my truck on the day it was lifted at this thread:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/showthread.php?threadid=10495
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/showthread.php?threadid=10495
