Suspension lift question...

[Charlee78]

Hey guys, I want to lift my Runner 2 or 2.5" but I was wondering if anybody had some long term issues with theirs... like vibrations of unusual brake downs.

You may need to know, I want to do this for onroad purpose only, I won't go offroad often because it's my primary vehicle ( once or twice a year).

I'm planning to get some larger Mickey thompsom MTZ tires but not sure of the size yet, i want them to stick out of the stainless flares about an inch and a half with wheel spacers to prevent inside rubbing.

Another question I have is, does anybody know if a spacer (betwwen the top plate and the frame) for the front strut of a 2004 tacoma would fit on my '96 Runner?

I know it might be a lot of questions for a thread but I wanted to limit the threads...

 

[LINY4Runner]

If you're looking for a mild lift for on-road and asthetic purposes primarily, your best bet would be a coil spacer kit. It'll give you a decent lift without sacrificing OEM ride quality. Another route to go for tire fitment/looks could be a body lift. By my experience of doing both, I would say body lift is a little bit easier to tackle, a little less expensive and would not change ride quality a bit. Everyone says they noticed a ton of body roll after the body lift, but if it's there, it's subtle at best.

As far as durability, neither lift would really put too much strain on anything as long as you stay in the 2-2.5" range.

The most popular tire size for a basic 2-2.5" lift is a 31x10.50(265/70). Any bigger and you'll have such bad rubbing issues it'll almost render the truck useless on anything but flat, straight roads.

The spacer from a Tacoma should fit, but I cannot be certain.

 

[Charlee78]

Thanks, that was pretty complete...

 

[Clemsonfan15]

The most popular tire size for a basic 2-2.5" lift is a 31x10.50(265/70). Any bigger and you'll have such bad rubbing issues it'll almost render the truck useless on anything but flat, straight roads.

I think the most popular size would be 265/75/16. 265/70/16 would just be stock.

 

[seLect]

I think the most popular size would be 265/75/16. 265/70/16 would just be stock.

I was going to make a new thread about it but then I saw this thread.


I got a quote from this place who installs suspension lifts only ;

Rough Country 2.5" Suspension Lift, F/R Poly Coil Spacers/Bump S top Extensions. What do you think of that?

 

[DavidAlexander]

Hey guys, I want to lift my Runner 2 or 2.5" but I was wondering if anybody had some long term issues with theirs... like vibrations of unusual brake downs.

You may need to know, I want to do this for onroad purpose only, I won't go offroad often because it's my primary vehicle ( once or twice a year).

I'm planning to get some larger Mickey thompsom MTZ tires but not sure of the size yet, i want them to stick out of the stainless flares about an inch and a half with wheel spacers to prevent inside rubbing.

Another question I have is, does anybody know if a spacer (betwwen the top plate and the frame) for the front strut of a 2004 tacoma would fit on my '96 Runner?

I know it might be a lot of questions for a thread but I wanted to limit the threads...

A spacer lift is going to wear all your front suspension components alot faster. This can lead to very expensive repairs if you can not do the work yourself.

Your idea for using wheel spacers to run mud terrains will work but will also put unneeded stress on the front suspension geometry and the larger mud terrains for street use will just cause poor handling, ride quality, and extra stress on the drivetrain that will lead to yet more expensive repairs.

Not to mention you will probably get around 12-14 mpg after this.

If you are doing these mods purely for looks you will find that it will get old fast. :rocker:

 

[ChildrenOfBodom]

I was looking at lifts today.

I saw rough country's suspension lift set up and I am not a fan of coil spacers...

Toytec, on the other hand, has a nice 3" set up that even though is a bit expensive looks nice to me. It includes a set of Bilstein coilovers adjustable from 0-3 1/2 inches, OME 891 medium rear coils (3" inch lift), diff drop kit (dont have 4WD, don't care for that), and rear shocks.

What are your guys opinions on that? I'm hoping to shop around and find the same or similar products which will overall lay out to a cheaper price... yeah? I could always call them and ask to cut out the 30 bucks and keep the diff drop kit cuz I dont want that.

http://www.toyteclifts.com/index.ph...ategory_id=71&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=72

Ultimate lift package for 96-02 4Runners

This complete lift package was selected by our 4Runner engineers for the best flex, ride, adjustability and durability on and off road!

TTAFCS---: ToyTec / Bilstein adjustable front coilovers featuring Bilstein 5100 shocks adjustable for 0 to 3 1/2" front lift

Available with 2 different coils depending on front weight: 600 lb coils are for up to 150lbs additional front weight from aftermarket accessories (Heavy bumper and or winch)

650 lb coils are for 150+ front weight

Spanner wrench for adjustment

TAC-DR : Front diff drop kit

OME 890: 3" lift rear coil springs

NGTR-4R: Extended length Nitrogen charged rear shocks

Does it matter if I choose the +150lb coilover if I dont have that extra weight?

Also, I'd order the OME shocks versus the procomps... but its another $60

Man, those coilovers are something to drool over.

I want opinions! I read, also, that other thread another user posted about the 890's being weak under a load, so I'd get the 891 mediums.

 

[DavidAlexander]

I was looking at lifts today.

I saw rough country's suspension lift set up and I am not a fan of coil spacers...

Toytec, on the other hand, has a nice 3" set up that even though is a bit expensive looks nice to me. It includes a set of Bilstein coilovers adjustable from 0-3 1/2 inches, OME 891 medium rear coils (3" inch lift), diff drop kit (dont have 4WD, don't care for that), and rear shocks.

What are your guys opinions on that? I'm hoping to shop around and find the same or similar products which will overall lay out to a cheaper price... yeah? I could always call them and ask to cut out the 30 bucks and keep the diff drop kit cuz I dont want that.

http://www.toyteclifts.com/index.ph...ategory_id=71&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=72



Does it matter if I choose the +150lb coilover if I dont have that extra weight?

Also, I'd order the OME shocks versus the procomps... but its another $60

Man, those coilovers are something to drool over.

I want opinions! I read, also, that other thread another user posted about the 890's being weak under a load, so I'd get the 891 mediums.

That is a much better setup. You might not get any difference in height between the two spring choices, the one will just be firmer under the normal load if you choose to get them. I like to match the right spring to the weight so you can use all the available travel of your suspension. If you went with the heavier springs and didn't have any extra weight you might never use 20% of the springs compression.

 

[sseaman]

Re: Re: Suspension lift question...

A spacer lift is going to wear all your front suspension components alot faster. T

I'm not sure how accurate this statement is, the longer you drive and time passes things are going to wear out, it will be hard to point to one thing over another.

I have also seen threads stating spacers will cause the springs to sag quicker, this would make no sense as it doesn't add additional weight on top of the spring, now the added gear and change in driving style that may come with adding a lift could be attributed. Old springs are going to continue to sag as they get older, and I have to believe the sag curve would get greater with age.