Product to level 4Runner when camped?

[Kaprice]

I've seen some trailers (such as the Patriot X1) that have rocker switches to level the trailer to overcome a sloped camping spot so you can have level surfaces for food prep and sleeping (on RTT).

Is there anything like for our 4Runners?

I've only seen people leveling their rigs at camp by rolling over rocks or using the recovery tracks.

 

[TechWrench]

I've seen some trailers (such as the Patriot X1) that have rocker switches to level the trailer to overcome a sloped camping spot so you can have level surfaces for food prep and sleeping (on RTT).

Is there anything like for our 4Runners?

I've only seen people leveling their rigs at camp by rolling over rocks or using the recovery tracks.

In order to have that type of leveling system, you would need some type of air bag/spring system on all four corners. Not sure of the years, but some Limited 4Runners did have an air suspension on the rear axle. If you have a 4Runner with the X-res suspension, I suppose that, in theory, one could try to fabricate some type of control interface that might be able to use the X-res shocks for the type of leveling adjustment you are looking for, but it would probably be expensive if it could even be done. I would think that, for the occasional leveling situation, using 2x6 blocks or commercial leveling blocks would make more sense, and a lot less expensive.

 

[cnolgo]

not what they're intended for but they would do the trick. They're lite as well.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct...aw3dKq3oP8pGLAHySdxUcF79&ust=1511980076523143

 

[yella]

Would air bags just in the rear, do the trick?


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[Kaprice]

Would air bags just in the rear, do the trick?

I'm still not clear on just how much vertical movement these air bags offer, but if we assume it's enough for leveling during camp, having them on only the back would allow you to level on just one axis.

That could be sufficient if we park in the right direction. But, I'd think having something on the front, too, would offer a lot more flexibility.

 

[wcjeep]

Seems complicated to add. $30 RV level blocks solve the problem.


Walmart rv level blocks

 

[Kaprice]

Yeah, I'm aware of leveler blocks, and that IS a viable solution. But, it's one more thing to pack and to lose. And it's also a bit of trial and error to find the right combination to get level. And, you're still likely to be off by an inch or two.

Air leveling just seems like a really cool way to go, if it's doable.

 

[MSRP.]

You can have a defective 4th gen RAS system or similar firestone/airlift airbags.
There's probably close to 4" range between the lowest to highest setting..

After 180k miles, my rear driverside is permanently 0.5" lower than the passenger side.. fml

 

[wcjeep]

Yeah, I'm aware of leveler blocks, and that IS a viable solution. But, it's one more thing to pack and to lose. And it's also a bit of trial and error to find the right combination to get level. And, you're still likely to be off by an inch or two.

Air leveling just seems like a really cool way to go, if it's doable.

I level my truck camper all the time with plastic level blocks. No camp spot is the same. I also have airbags on my truck. Level blocks are faster than messing around with airbags. Unless you are talking in cab air bag controls. In cab control system is more than $30.


I noticed on Expedition Overland they use Maxtrax to level. Also more than $30.

 

[Kaprice]

Level blocks are faster than messing around with airbags. Unless you are talking in cab air bag controls. In cab control system is more than $30.

I noticed on Expedition Overland they use Maxtrax to level. Also more than $30.

Thanks. I wasn't expecting to find a $30 solution. If an In-cab control system exists, I'd love to read up on it. I haven't found one, yet.

 

[wcjeep]

Thanks. I wasn't expecting to find a $30 solution. If an In-cab control system exists, I'd love to read up on it. I haven't found one, yet.

The hard part is the airbags. In cab solutions have been around for some time for pickups. They require more electronics and an on board compresser. Airbags usually limit axle articulation. Airbags can also unload the suspension. The airbags carry the weight instead of the leafsprings. Vehicle feels floaty going down the road.

Best airbag solutions include Ping tanks (large reserve storage).

 

[Kaprice]

The hard part is the airbags. In cab solutions have been around for some time for pickups. They require more electronics and an on board compresser. Airbags usually limit axle articulation. Airbags can also unload the suspension. The airbags carry the weight instead of the leafsprings. Vehicle feels floaty going down the road.

Well dang. I was hoping there was a leveling solution that didn't diminish suspension.

 

[brassmonkey001]

I use ones similar to these: