Rough country lift thoughts?

[97ls340]

Saw this the other day and was curious on what some of you thought?

3in Suspension Lift Kit for 96-02 Toyota 4wd 4-Runner [771.20] | Rough Country Suspension Systems

 

[jluu6r]

I was looking at that setup also because its so cheap, but from what ive read on this forum the spring sag quickly and the shocks wont last long.

 

[97ls340]

I was looking at that setup also because its so cheap, but from what ive read on this forum the spring sag quickly and the shocks wont last long.

I was afraid of that. I searched the forum but couldn't find anything on them.

 

[NCrunner2012]

These have mixed reviews, although many seem to say its fine for them, but I'm considering it just purely for looks as I don't off road much. I'm almost thinking it's worth the gamble for the price. If it lasts a couple years then starts sagging I can upgrade then. I still have a few months left of college so I'm hoping that within a couple years Ill be able to afford better lift.

 

[TheeMikeB]

What are you looking to achieve? Just level out the front? This kit is only a front lift and will do nothing to the rear.

 

[NCrunner2012]

What are you looking to achieve? Just level out the front? This kit is only a front lift and will do nothing to the rear.

This one is front and rear. The springs are for the rear and the top spacers are for the front. 3in all around. Of course you'd still need a diff drop which is another $50, but still I think its worth a shot.

 

[YotaDan]

The rear components of that kit would be a good setup. But I would run something different for the front if you are going to be doing more than just driving around town.

 

[TheeMikeB]

This one is front and rear. The springs are for the rear and the top spacers are for the front. 3in all around. Of course you'd still need a diff drop which is another $50, but still I think its worth a shot.

Oh geez I didn't look that close. I just thought it was an unassembled front lift.

Still the question goes back to what are you trying to achieve? If you want a cheap lift to drive around town and mall crawl then sure for the price it's great. If you want some lift and performance to wheel then I'd say save your money for the real kits out there.

 

[tank_7]

I bought my runner with that kit. I ditched the front spacers as of last week to go with Bilstein c/o's. But I still have the rear installed. Over all RC really isn't too horrible of a company. They make some decent jeep lifts. But as for this kit, the spacers up front suck dog balls, because well...they're spacers. They add stress to factory suspension that it wasn't designed for.

As for the rear. It's not terrible. It actually flexes decently, but the ride is definitely something to be questioned. You definitely will not retain a "factory" like ride with them. They're quite harsh. Once I installed my from c/o's the difference was literally night and day between the two quality wise. (I know comparing front to rears is a little different) but still I would imagine OME's, ToyTecs or something would definitely ride better.

If looks are all you're going for, then sure why not. It's cheap. But if you want something that will ride decent and perform well and last, save your pennies.

Check my build thread for some pictures of that kit installed with 265/70's and 285/75's

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/159925-tank_7s-build.html

 

[NCrunner2012]

I bought my runner with that kit. I ditched the front spacers as of last week to go with Bilstein c/o's. But I still have the rear installed. Over all RC really isn't too horrible of a company. They make some decent jeep lifts. But as for this kit, the spacers up front suck dog balls, because well...they're spacers. They add stress to factory suspension that it wasn't designed for.

As for the rear. It's not terrible. It actually flexes decently, but the ride is definitely something to be questioned. You definitely will not retain a "factory" like ride with them. They're quite harsh. Once I installed my from c/o's the difference was literally night and day between the two quality wise. (I know comparing front to rears is a little different) but still I would imagine OME's, ToyTecs or something would definitely ride better.

If looks are all you're going for, then sure why not. It's cheap. But if you want something that will ride decent and perform well and last, save your pennies.

Check my build thread for some pictures of that kit installed with 265/70's and 285/75's

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/159925-tank_7s-build.html

All I do now is drive back and forth to work and occasionally tow jet skis in the summer. So I would classify myself as a mall crawler. I know this won't be a permanent setup, but temporary would be okay right? I almost never off road. If I do its literally like driving in a field or something. Nothing even close to stressful. How do you think these rear springs would hold up with a double jet ski trailer? My OEM rear suspension sags a little with weight, but is pretty much fine on a level surface with no weight.

 

[TheeMikeB]

All I do now is drive back and forth to work and occasionally tow jet skis in the summer. So I would classify myself as a mall crawler. I know this won't be a permanent setup, but temporary would be okay right? I almost never off road. If I do its literally like driving in a field or something. Nothing even close to stressful. How do you think these rear springs would hold up with a double jet ski trailer? My OEM rear suspension sags a little with weight, but is pretty much fine on a level surface with no weight.

For what you are describing I think this would be fine for you. A double jetski trailer isn't that heavy so I think it's fine. If you really have a sag issue with your trailer you can always add in the firestone airbags for when you tow.

Firestone Air Bag Suspension - Reviews on Ride Rite, Sport Rite & Coil Rite Air Springs - Videos & Installations

 

[NCrunner2012]

Exactly. Yeah I think I'll look into it and eventually upgrade the front when I graduate. (Debt free with college so far) and trying to stay that way!