I think I've decided on a suspension set-up

[hearno]

After much searching and pm-ing members with questions. I think I've settled on what will work best for me and what I'll be doing with my truck. I won't be doing any serious wheeling but would like the added abilities afforded by a lift. Also - I plan on getting larger tires so a lift will be a must. I have a 2005 V6 Sport 4WD. My plan is to go with 5100s all the way around and OME 884s up front and 895s in the rear. From what I've read - I should get around 3 inches up front and 2.5 or so in the rear. I have a few unanswered questions I'd like some help with tho.

1. Will I need spacers (spidertrax)? For now I'll have stocks rims/tires.
2. Will I need new UCAs?
3. Is a diff drop a good idea? I've read it's not NECESSARY but is it worth it?
4. Is there anything I'm missing or am I good to do with the 5100 and new
springs?
5. http://www.ebay.com/itm/BILSTEIN-SH...its=Model:4Runner&hash=item5d3c336e4b&vxp=mtr

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bilstein-51...its=Model:4Runner&hash=item4d0e024e30&vxp=mtr

Are these the same parts just different sellers? This is what I would need, correct?

 

[wrestler157]

I'm running 5100 with OME 884s on my 05 v6 but I am about to take them off and sell them if interested. Also I'm local to you. Do you plan on installing yourself?

If you run 285 tires then you may need spacers not exactly sure since I've always ran them.
You won't need new uca's I'm still running stock until I switch mine out. You can get them and it helps with caster but not needed.
And no need for diff drop.

 

[sluggercz]

1. Will I need spacers (spidertrax)? For now I'll have stocks rims/tires.
You won't need them if you are sticking with stock rims/tires, but if you move up to 275's or bigger on stock wheels you might need to get spacers.

2. Will I need new UCAs?
As long as you don't go over 3" of lift in the front you shouldn't need new UCAs, but if you want your alignment to be perfect you will need the additional caster angle that aftermarket UCAs give you.

3. Is a diff drop a good idea? I've read it's not NECESSARY but is it worth it?
Can't speak to this question, not knowledgable on diff drops.

4. Is there anything I'm missing or am I good to do with the 5100 and new
springs?
I'm running 5100s all around with 885,895 OME coils and your kit seems just fine.


5. Bilstein Shock Absorber Set 5100 Front Rear Shocks 07 09 4Runner FJ Cruiser | eBay

Bilstein 5100 Series Ride Height Adjustable Shocks Toyota 4 Runner 03 09 | eBay

Are these the same parts just different sellers? This is what I would need, correct?

Not sure, check the model #.

Hope that helps.

 

[ebg18t]

Keep the 5100 on the bottom slot and do 885 fronts. They are same rate as 884, just 10mm taller. That should get you 3".

895 rears are great, about 2" lift. I use the 895's myself. Very good even with gear in the truck. They are about 40% stiffer rate then stock. They are at the limit if the 5100 dampening range. If you want something softer the toytec superflex's are nice too and only about 10-15% stiffer and well within the 5100 range.