Frequently carrying 400lbs in the trunk. Want to put a lift on, what to buy?

[jj4runner]

I have a 03' 4runner 2wd 4.7L V8. I was thinking 5100's, daystar spacers and fj coils. I just don't know what specific parts I should buy. Some guidance would be awesome.

Thanks for the advice in advance!

 

[wnelax04sr5]

I have a 03' 4runner 2wd 4.7L V8. I was thinking 5100's, daystar spacers and fj coils. I just don't know what specific parts I should buy. Some guidance would be awesome.

Thanks for the advice in advance!

what do you mean by specific parts? you've listed the parts you want to buy. just trying to get an idea of what you're looking for

 

[jj4runner]

Oh sorry, mainly what size daystar spacers would be best. 3-2 lift. And should I use fj springs for the rear as well. If so, 2wd v8? I have 192k hard miles on my 4r now so I'll be replacing the springs either way.

 

[ebg18t]

If you are frequently carrying 400+ pounds the FJ springs in the back will be kinda soft.

 

[Stuck CAPS]

If the 400lbs in back is hinting that you want to stop rear sagging; along with what you've already listed, as that's a good way to go for a mild bit of lift, look into the Airlift 1000 airbags.

 

[Nathana92]

Maybe consider running airbags to help with the dead bodies in the cargo area haha

^^how did you post that so fast?!

 

[Dylan]

Old Man Emu 896 rear coils are designed for 330+ lbs I believe, and provide 2" lift above stock in rear. I just sold a pair of these.

 

[BlackWorksInc]

I know that the Eibach Springs used in the Overland Warehouse (Radflo) 2.5" Lift Kit will compress roughly an inch with around 400lbs in the back of my 4Runner, so I don't know what those springs in the back are, the fronts are 700lbs.

 

[Stuck CAPS]

Maybe consider running airbags to help with the dead bodies in the cargo area haha

^^how did you post that so fast?!

I'm just that good!

 

[jj4runner]

Yep I'm looking to help with rear sag. Bodies.... Huh .... Just dive gear in here officer ;p

I'm looking into the OME 896 springs right now.

If I want a good ride without the weight would my best bet be airbags?

Thanks again for the quick reply, I'm offshore and my service is a bit spotty

 

[wkeryder4]

Icon also has a HD 3" rear coil that only sags an inch with 400+ lbs. Or you could go to coilsprings.com and have a set custom made to your specs. But both of these options would require more heavy duty shocks.
Icon 3" HD Coils