Special Shocks for Spacer Lifts?

[bradentyrer]

I'm looking at spacer lifts, but know they preload the springs and shocks. I have seen some shock that are built for various lifts - would it be wise to get one of these at a correct height to reduce stress?

Thanks

 

[NJshadow93]

Why don't you just get shocks that will lift the truck like Bilstein 5100s?

 

[martini]

NJshadow93 has the best option if you're going to get new shocks. Not all spacer lifts preload, there are topout spacers too. Some information about the trade offs: 2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport Edition Lift

 

[bradentyrer]

Will the Daystar 2.5 / 1.5 preload and if so will the shock option help? Also, if I got Billsteins, will I need springs to go with those?

 

[ebg18t]

Some spacers bolt on top. Some preload. I suggest the ones that mount on top. I think you are trying to make this more complex.

 

[wyobow]

If I understand your question correctly, it seems you are asking if longer shocks are necessary with spacer lifts. I used a spacer lift on my 06 4runner for the last few years. It is the type that puts a spacer on top of the front struts, and a spacer on top of the springs in the back. Since it pushes the whole front spring/shock setup down, you don't need to change the shocks. In the back, you are extending the distance that the shock needs to be able to work with. IMO, you should place longer shocks in the back. I did not put longer shocks on mine, but I wish I would have. Travel was limited in the rear and I regularly pulled my shocks to full extension (luckily I never broke one). I have since replaced the lift with a Toytec 3/2 setup with new shocks all the way around and would highly recommend that. However, if you are interested in a 3/2 spacer lift, I would be happy to sell you mine!