Lift for larger tires

[zbailey]

Hey guys, Im new to this website and cars and was looking for some people to help me out because I have no clue what I am doing all I know is what I want.

So I would like to be able to put 32 inch tires with some new after market 16 inch rims. Out of some of the stuff that I have read I know that I need to put some sort of lift on it put I do not know how large it need to be nor what to use in order to do so.

I would like to spend the least amount possible, but I don't even know what to expect for a price.

So any advice that anybody would be willing to give would be great and if you have any more questions feel free to ask. I plan on starting my build around new years or next summer.

 

[98WhiteT4R]

Hey guys, Im new to this website and cars and was looking for some people to help me out because I have no clue what I am doing all I know is what I want.

So I would like to be able to put 32 inch tires with some new after market 16 inch rims. Out of some of the stuff that I have read I know that I need to put some sort of lift on it put I do not know how large it need to be nor what to use in order to do so.

I would like to spend the least amount possible, but I don't even know what to expect for a price.

So any advice that anybody would be willing to give would be great and if you have any more questions feel free to ask. I plan on starting my build around new years or next summer.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/66976-3rd-gen-4runner-lift-information-faqs.html

 

[volkinator]

A lot of people seem to run the 265/75r16, and that shouldn't require much if any lift. Not sure why you're specifically at a 32", but the 265/75 is about that... and is a very common size. I know there are a lot of builds that run them with success.

 

[zbailey]

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/66976-3rd-gen-4runner-lift-information-faqs.html

I have not found this link much help because it provides basic info about each but it doesn't tell you anything specific.

 

[98WhiteT4R]

I have not found this link much help because it provides basic info about each but it doesn't tell you anything specific.

What are you looking to find out specifically?

 

[zbailey]

What are you looking to find out specifically?

I am trying to find out what the best way is to fit some larger tires on my 4runner. I was just recommended to 265/75-16 so I will go with that but from what I have heard is that you need to put a small lift on your car to fit them without any rubbing. If that is true I dont know what would be best to use and still be able to keep the abilities or riding trails or ripping through the mud.

 

[Rock_Rat]

I would like to spend the least amount possible, but I don't even know what to expect for a price.

So any advice that anybody would be willing to give would be great and if you have any more questions feel free to ask. I plan on starting my build around new years or next summer.

Welcome to the site. Just be forewarned...there's no such thing as "just" a lift, wheels and tires. These 4Runners are like the plague that sneaks up on you and you find yourself no longer in control and irrationality of life becomes inevitable. You will, like other T4R owners, passively endure your increasing feelings of exile and separation without "just doing something" to your Runner. You'll become despondent, and waste away emotionally if you cannot find another mod to do...suspension, supercharger, new rack, bumper, skids, LED's, brakes, interior, sound system, CB,...oh my.

It's awful I tell you! Bottom line - you don't need a suspension or body lift with 32" tires. If you need to do a 1" body lift just 'cause then $200 is about right. Check with [MENTION=14772]shootmymime[/MENTION] he sells lifts.

 

[98WhiteT4R]

I am trying to find out what the best way is to fit some larger tires on my 4runner. I was just recommended to 265/75-16 so I will go with that but from what I have heard is that you need to put a small lift on your car to fit them without any rubbing. If that is true I dont know what would be best to use and still be able to keep the abilities or riding trails or ripping through the mud.

What year/model is you're Runner? Is the rear sagging? Most Runners can run 265s with no lift so you might be in luck. If you want just a small lift go with the 99 highlander springs.

The 99 Highlander Springs
If you want a small lift or have worn out springs, a good option might be to change out your springs for springs from the 1999 4Runner Highlander Edition. these springs sat 1" higher than any other 3rd Gen 4Runner. They can be ordered online or at a Toyota dealer.

99 spring part numbers:
Front Passenger Side Springs - Blue / Yellow (48131-35400)
Front Driver Side Springs - Blue / Pink (48131 - 35350)
Both Rear Springs - Yellow / Red (48231 - 35210)

 

[MyHigh]

Yeah I agree, if you are just wanting to fit the 265/75/16 you should just go for the 1" body lift. It will be the cheapest way to get that done, also if you feel the original suspension is shot like most of our rigs with up to a couple 100k on them maybe you should look into getting new springs and shocks. If that's the case then get the 99" tall coils. They fit any year 3rd gen and will give you plenty room for those tires.

FYI....I have old worn out 99" tall coils and can run 265/75/16 tires no problem.

 

[absalom]

Click the link in my signature, it has a lot of specific info.

 

[zbailey]

What year/model is you're Runner? Is the rear sagging? Most Runners can run 265s with no lift so you might be in luck. If you want just a small lift go with the 99 highlander springs.

The 99 Highlander Springs
If you want a small lift or have worn out springs, a good option might be to change out your springs for springs from the 1999 4Runner Highlander Edition. these springs sat 1" higher than any other 3rd Gen 4Runner. They can be ordered online or at a Toyota dealer.

99 spring part numbers:
Front Passenger Side Springs - Blue / Yellow (48131-35400)
Front Driver Side Springs - Blue / Pink (48131 - 35350)
Both Rear Springs - Yellow / Red (48231 - 35210)

I have a 2000 T4R limited completely stock, it has 206,000 miles. It looks like the 4runner is about even suspension wise so it probably wouldn't hurt to fix that now instead of later.

 

[dwmckeehen]

We just went through all the angst, studying and research to choose our new suspension system and new tires for our 2000 4runner Limited. Like you, when I started I envisioned some extra large tires with a high lift. However, what I learned was that for what we were actually going to do with it, my vision was complete overkill and would actually create more problems and issues than benefits.

In the first place, 4 runners outperform most other vehicles without doing a thing to them. That's why we got them in the first place, right? Excellent clearance right out of the box was one of those awesome specs.

However, like a lot of 3rd Gen owners, our rig's suspension system and tires needed to be replaced, and if I was going to do that I wanted an upgrade. After a lot of research, we ended up going with the general advice being given here.... A bit of a lift with 265/75-16s, choosing quality parts over show with a bloated lift and tires. Old man emu suspension, 881s and 906s and nitrocharger shocks with BF Goodrich All Terrain TKO2 tires. (We chose the heavier suspension system because of the weight from our wood custom sleeping platform, ARB front bumper, the gear we pack and the winch we will be getting soon) Solid suspension, bullet proof tires, it looks good and it performs great. We ended up with about a 3 inch, well balanced looking lift due to the sag of the old suspension and the well worn, smaller tires prior to the work getting done.

I love the look and the way it handles. No gear work needs to get done to compensate for over the top sized tires, no brake line work was needed because of an over the top lift, and again it looks great.

I'm not knocking some of the heavier lifted rigs on t4r. I love the look of many of the rigs, I enjoy seeing people stretch mechanical limits, and some of those rigs can go places I never will. However, there are few places my rig can't take me in the sw that I will ever wish it could. It is a well rounded, solid set up, and I have the advice of many on this forum to thank for it.

 

[JayRolla]

We just went through all the angst, studying and research to choose our new suspension system and new tires for our 2000 4runner Limited. Like you, when I started I envisioned some extra large tires with a high lift. However, what I learned was that for what we were actually going to do with it, my vision was complete overkill and would actually create more problems and issues than benefits.

In the first place, 4 runners outperform most other vehicles without doing a thing to them. That's why we got them in the first place, right? Excellent clearance right out of the box was one of those awesome specs.

However, like a lot of 3rd Gen owners, our rig's suspension system and tires needed to be replaced, and if I was going to do that I wanted an upgrade. After a lot of research, we ended up going with the general advice being given here.... A bit of a lift with 265/75-16s, choosing quality parts over show with a bloated lift and tires. Old man emu suspension, 881s and 906s and nitrocharger shocks with BF Goodrich All Terrain TKO2 tires. (We chose the heavier suspension system because of the weight from our wood custom sleeping platform, ARB front bumper, the gear we pack and the winch we will be getting soon) Solid suspension, bullet proof tires, it looks good and it performs great. We ended up with about a 3 inch, well balanced looking lift due to the sag of the old suspension and the well worn, smaller tires prior to the work getting done.

I love the look and the way it handles. No gear work needs to get done to compensate for over the top sized tires, no brake line work was needed because of an over the top lift, and again it looks great.

I'm not knocking some of the heavier lifted rigs on t4r. I love the look of many of the rigs, I enjoy seeing people stretch mechanical limits, and some of those rigs can go places I never will. However, there are few places my rig can't take me in the sw that I will ever wish it could. It is a well rounded, solid set up, and I have the advice of many on this forum to thank for it.

I know so many people that did exactly what you did.

Then they wheel with me and wish they went a little more aggressive. IMO if you want to keep up with SAS rigs than go aggressive. If you want to just hit the dirt trail once in a while than I understand going with a basic setup.

But for a little more money, more research you can get a very capable setup that works good on and offroad.