Lift for my 2002
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Thai
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Gixer,
Lifting a vehicle with independent suspension can be a problem...rupture CV boots (front suspension) are more common than you think. You may have to lower the front diff to lift 2-3" safely.
Remember that your '02 4runner has already one of the highest ground clearance of ANY SUVs, along with one of the best approach/breakover/departure angles. This is with stock suspension.
Have you considered just getting slightly taller tires (275/70/16 or 265/75/16)?? This doesn't screw with driving dynamics nor your suspension components. And it's cheaper...easy to resale (if the time comes). The 4runner engines are strong enough to take on bigger tires without running out of steam.
Lifting a vehicle takes a lot of planning. Oh yeah, there are no good reliable lift kits for 4runners (both 3rd and 4th gen).
OME lift kits (most popular) are not made specifically for 4runners...many 3rd gen 4runner owners report uneven lifts with this kit.
But, if you still want to, then many people use OME setup all-around or OME rear with SAW in front.
Here are some reviews of the different setups:
http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/4Runner/tech/suspension/
Hope this helps.
Lifting a vehicle with independent suspension can be a problem...rupture CV boots (front suspension) are more common than you think. You may have to lower the front diff to lift 2-3" safely.
Remember that your '02 4runner has already one of the highest ground clearance of ANY SUVs, along with one of the best approach/breakover/departure angles. This is with stock suspension.
Have you considered just getting slightly taller tires (275/70/16 or 265/75/16)?? This doesn't screw with driving dynamics nor your suspension components. And it's cheaper...easy to resale (if the time comes). The 4runner engines are strong enough to take on bigger tires without running out of steam.
Lifting a vehicle takes a lot of planning. Oh yeah, there are no good reliable lift kits for 4runners (both 3rd and 4th gen).
OME lift kits (most popular) are not made specifically for 4runners...many 3rd gen 4runner owners report uneven lifts with this kit.
But, if you still want to, then many people use OME setup all-around or OME rear with SAW in front.
Here are some reviews of the different setups:
http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/4Runner/tech/suspension/
Hope this helps.
Thanks for the info. I have lifted many many Jeeps but they are solid axles. How about a body lift? The wife wants it a little higher. I dont know about the engine with to big of a tire I dont think it really had enough steam as it is but thats just me.
Thanks agian for your help.
Thanks agian for your help.
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gixer:
Will you be lifting it to offroad? How much do you want to spend? There are alot of different styles/kinds of kits out there for the 3rd gen 4runner so these questions will make the biggest difference.
Breakdown by price: (sorry if I forget some companies... off the top of my head)
Cheapest methods: Spacer Technology
1 > Cornfed Suspension (http://www.cornfedsuspension.com)
2 > Revtek Suspension (http://www.revtek.com)
3 > Daystar Suspension (http://www.daystarweb.com)
Mid level: Coil and Shock
1 > Bilstein Shocks (http://www.bilstein.com)
2 > Downey Suspension (http://www.downeyoff-road.com)
3 > Rancho Suspension (http://www.gorancho.com)
4 > Trail Master Suspension (http://www.trailmastersuspension.com/)
5 > OME (http://www.arbusa.com)
$$: Coilover
1 > Sway-a-way (http://www.swayaway.com)
2 > Downey Suspension (http://www.downeyoff-road.com)
3 > King Shocks (http://www.kingshocks.com)
There a real cool yota member that has a really well written site that has recommendations.
http://fastq.com/~sschaefer/recommend.html
This site also has other information that will be a good resource for all of us. Bookmark this site!
Have fun!
Will you be lifting it to offroad? How much do you want to spend? There are alot of different styles/kinds of kits out there for the 3rd gen 4runner so these questions will make the biggest difference.
Breakdown by price: (sorry if I forget some companies... off the top of my head)
Cheapest methods: Spacer Technology
1 > Cornfed Suspension (http://www.cornfedsuspension.com)
2 > Revtek Suspension (http://www.revtek.com)
3 > Daystar Suspension (http://www.daystarweb.com)
Mid level: Coil and Shock
1 > Bilstein Shocks (http://www.bilstein.com)
2 > Downey Suspension (http://www.downeyoff-road.com)
3 > Rancho Suspension (http://www.gorancho.com)
4 > Trail Master Suspension (http://www.trailmastersuspension.com/)
5 > OME (http://www.arbusa.com)
$$: Coilover
1 > Sway-a-way (http://www.swayaway.com)
2 > Downey Suspension (http://www.downeyoff-road.com)
3 > King Shocks (http://www.kingshocks.com)
There a real cool yota member that has a really well written site that has recommendations.
http://fastq.com/~sschaefer/recommend.html
This site also has other information that will be a good resource for all of us. Bookmark this site!
Have fun!
Duhockey
Senior Member
gixer:
Will you be lifting it to offroad? How much do you want to spend? There are alot of different styles/kinds of kits out there for the 3rd gen 4runner so these questions will make the biggest difference.
Breakdown by price: (sorry if I forget some companies... off the top of my head)
Cheapest methods: Spacer Technology
1 > Cornfed Suspension (http://www.cornfedsuspension.com)
2 > Revtek Suspension (Revtek Suspension | Home)
3 > Daystar Suspension (Daystar - Driven by Design)
Mid level: Coil and Shock
1 > Bilstein Shocks (http://www.bilstein.com)
2 > Downey Suspension (http://www.downeyoff-road.com)
3 > Rancho Suspension (Rancho Suspension: Off Road Shock Absorbers & Suspension Systems)
4 > Trail Master Suspension (Trail Master Suspension - Suspension Pioneer for Over 30 Years)
5 > OME (ARB 4x4 Accessories)
$$: Coilover
1 > Sway-a-way (SWAY-A-WAY - axles, torsion bars, and shocks for trucks, cars, and off-road vehicles)
2 > Downey Suspension (http://www.downeyoff-road.com)
3 > King Shocks (Kingshocks)
There a real cool yota member that has a really well written site that has recommendations.
Sonoran Steel Fabrication L.L.C.
This site also has other information that will be a good resource for all of us. Bookmark this site!
Have fun!
Wow, the first Lift thread!
