Install time for OME BP-51 on T4R Off Road w/ KDSS

[shustr32]

Hey all,

Newbie here looking for guidance on how many hours of labor should be required to install a set of OME BP-51 and an aftermarket set of UCAs on a new 4runner with KDSS.

Local dealer is quoting me 12 hours which seems quite high compared to past lifts I have had done...but those did not involve KDSS. Also I am getting aftermarket UCAs done at the same time.

The 12 hours also includes a 4-wheel alignment.

Your thoughts are appreciated.

Thanks

Edit: include UCAs

 

[Dillusion]

Too Long.

Mine was done in 4 hours.

Alignment I had to take elsewhere but I'm sure it was done in an hour or so. I just left it there all day while I was at work.

 

[shustr32]

Too Long.

Mine was done in 4 hours.

Alignment I had to take elsewhere but I'm sure it was done in an hour or so. I just left it there all day while I was at work.

Good to know. Your truck also has KDSS I assume?

 

[shustr32]

Also should mention the 12 hours also includes time for installing aftermarket UCAs

 

[sn_85]

Why dealer? Go to a Toyota specialist to get it installed. Where are you located?

Also it took me 12 hours the first time I installed my suspension in a 1 car garage with just floor jacks. Again first ever suspension install I did by myself and even I thought it took me too long. Didn't even have the right tools for some parts of it and still got the job done. A dealer with all the tools, lift, extra hands, and experience should get it done in 4 hours max.

 

[Dillusion]

Also should mention the 12 hours also includes time for installing aftermarket UCAs

Yup Icon Stage 2 with UCA's and the rears done. I also have KDSS.

And mine was not at dealer.

 

[shustr32]

I am located just west of Boston, MA if anyone has any good Toyota specialist shop recommendations in that area.

 

[sn_85]

I am located just west of Boston, MA if anyone has any good Toyota specialist shop recommendations in that area.

Mainline Overland. They are in Bow, NH which is 1 hour from you. They are Toyota specialists and do a lot of builds. Check out their IG and website. They do great work and have really good rep.

 

[shustr32]

Thanks, I'll give them a call tomorrow!

 

[csommers]

I was quoted 6 hours via the dealer and that's exactly what it ended up being. I had suspension, UCAs, and alignment done all together. Some dealers are hit or miss. Make sure they are KNOWN for doing quality offroad work before you go to them.

 

[bring_it_on]

Anything more than 7 hours is too much imo , including alignment.

 

[nb rob]

6 hours seems like a good target for anyone that knows what is going on and has access to the proper tools and a lift (just my opinion)

FWIW, I screwed around with the bushing install and balljoint on my UCAs for close to an hour. If you can take care of this yourself [also properly install the bushings and the sleeve] you can shave some install time off.

my initial alignment took almost an hour. I asked for close to 4 degrees of caster, and it took some time. Don't short change them here, especially if they are working to meet your request.

 

[shustr32]

Great info all, thanks again