Toytec ultimate - pulled the trigger

preacher35 said:
Rather than saying that it "accelerates slower", I'll say that it is not as "peppy". I still feel the same horsepower, but the gearing feels a tad "off". I am perfectly happy with is as I retired from NASCAR many years ago and thus, am not racing around... and after all, it's an SUV. ALL in all, it was worth it.
Click to expand...
I like your way of thinking Preacher35. My feeling of a requirement to be a NASCAR driver is fading. My feeling of pure enjoyment of a completely different beast is consuming me :)
 
preacher35 said:
If you are directing that question at me, then here is my response: I installed 285/70/17's about two weeks post Toytec Ultimate lift. The front mud flaps had to be removed immediately as they rubbed quite badly when reverse turning. Yes, I still have a teeny tiny bit of rubbing on the body mount just posterior to the front wheels, but only when reversing at full lock. The "body mount chop" should stop said rubbing in its tracks. As far as acceleration is concerned, I went from 265/70/17's to the 285's and YES, acceleration is SLIGHTLY affected. Rather than saying that it "accelerates slower", I'll say that it is not as "peppy". I still feel the same horsepower, but the gearing feels a tad "off". I am perfectly happy with it as I retired from NASCAR many years ago and thus, am not racing around... and after all, it's an SUV. ALL in all, it was worth it.
Click to expand...

Just what I wanted to here, thanks!
 
Rubbing

Aw man. 275/65/18's and inside front fender liner rub and slight rub on the mud flaps. Honestly didn't expect that to happen. I've looked at the options available to me. Heat gun, redrilling or cutting. To be honest I'm not sure how well the heat gun or redrilling would do because of the location. I really do not want to cut, but I may have no choice. Suggestions? I can easily remove the flaps, so those aren't an issue.
 
preacher35 said:
If you are directing that question at me, then here is my response: I installed 285/70/17's about two weeks post Toytec Ultimate lift. The front mud flaps had to be removed immediately as they rubbed quite badly when reverse turning. Yes, I still have a teeny tiny bit of rubbing on the body mount just posterior to the front wheels, but only when reversing at full lock. The "body mount chop" should stop said rubbing in its tracks. As far as acceleration is concerned, I went from 265/70/17's to the 285's and YES, acceleration is SLIGHTLY affected. Rather than saying that it "accelerates slower", I'll say that it is not as "peppy". I still feel the same horsepower, but the gearing feels a tad "off". I am perfectly happy with it as I retired from NASCAR many years ago and thus, am not racing around... and after all, it's an SUV. ALL in all, it was worth it.
Click to expand...
I installed my 285's a week post toytec ultimate, fender had to be moved forward and mud flaps taken off. After an alignment I had to move my liner even farther forward, and my caster is only like 1.5 cuz of stock UCA's. I've never rubbed the body mount YET, even lightly offroading. Now if I could get my rig to look as tall as preachers I'd be good, been praying every day but to no avail! Lol
 
Got it. I pushed the liner a bit forward, I wasn't looking at the right screws and didn't understand because of this. Had to do a bit of a rush job because it got dark and started raining on my head lol, but I will make it a bit more solid tomorrow. Now, the mud flaps. I don't really want to remove them because of the protection they provide. They rub enough to make an annoying noise. Think it's a big deal to leave them?
 
montijo505 said:
I installed my 285's a week post toytec ultimate, fender had to be moved forward and mud flaps taken off. After an alignment I had to move my liner even farther forward, and my caster is only like 1.5 cuz of stock UCA's. I've never rubbed the body mount YET, even lightly offroading. Now if I could get my rig to look as tall as preachers I'd be good, been praying every day but to no avail! Lol
Click to expand...
lol awesome. The alignment is tomorrow. More potential fun! :)
 
Metalmantr, you will probably not have the same post-alignment issue as Montijo505, because, if memory serves, you had LR UCA's installed, right?
 
montijo505 said:
Darn it, am I the only person without aftermarket UCA's to complement my lift?
Click to expand...

No, I believe there are specifically four other people in the continental United States and one in Puerto Rico, that cheaped out and opted to stick with OEM UCA's. Sucks to be you!

LOL... just kidding bud. Couldn't help myself. For what it's worth, there's a 5th gen guy selling a BRAND NEW set of LR UCA's (in the T4R.org classifieds) for $350.00 SHIPPED! The 5th gen and the 4th gen have identical part#'s. I would jump on that deal if your funds permit:

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/sale-suspension-wheels-tires/166903-fs-light-racing-ucas-5th-gen-%24400-raleigh-nc.html

Good luck bud!
 
preacher35 said:
Metalmantr, you will probably not have the same post-alignment issue as Montijo505, because, if memory serves, you had LR UCA's installed, right?
Click to expand...
Yes I did. From what I read, it was a must. I figured I was in this deep already, may as well do it right. Updated pics later this evening :) OH and the mud flaps, any ideas as to whether they should be removed or neigh? Rubbing is minimal. Just a little annoying.
 
Last edited:
Metalmantr said:
Yes I did. From what I read, it was a must. I figured I was in this deep already, may as well do it right. Updated pics later this evening :) OH and the mud flaps, any ideas as to whether they should be removed or neigh? Rubbing is minimal. Just a little annoying.
Click to expand...

Well, I absolutely had to remove my front flaps. I hated to do it. I tried to trim them, blah blah blah... No dice because they rubbed right at the point where they meet the body... Anyway, once they were off, no more rubbing (well, except for a tad on he body mount at full turn in reverse). I will see if there is a way that I can mold some new flaps that mount just outside the fender lip, to protect the paint. I'll keep you posted on the progress.
 
preacher35 said:
Well, I absolutely had to remove my front flaps. I hated to do it. I tried to trim them, blah blah blah... No dice because they rubbed right at the point where they meet the body... Anyway, once they were off, no more rubbing (well, except for a tad on he body mount at full turn in reverse). I will see if there is a way that I can mold some new flaps that mount just outside the fender lip, to protect the paint. I'll keep you posted on the progress.
Click to expand...

That's cool man, thanks. I could also buy the JAOS mudflaps that I have my eye on for $400. *rolls eyes*
 
On another note Preacher, for some reason the back seems to be kinda rough. I can't confirm yet because no one had ridden back there yet, but it seems to bounce around a little harsh. I have the 5100's and heavy duty 2.5 springs so I dunno whats up. Maybe it's the springs.
 
Metalmantr said:
On another note Preacher, for some reason the back seems to be kinda rough. I can't confirm yet because no one had ridden back there yet, but it seems to bounce around a little harsh. I have the 5100's and heavy duty 2.5 springs so I dunno whats up. Maybe it's the springs.
Click to expand...

It is the HD springs, throw a hundred pounds or two in the back and drive around. It will be much smoother.

I switched from the regular superflex to the HD and noticed the same thing. I just take the great dane with me now to make it smooth out.
 
Last edited:
kaizer427 said:
It is the HD springs, throw a hundred pounds or two in the back and drive around. It will be much smoother.

I switched from the regular superflex to the HD and noticed the same thing. I just take the great dane with me now to make it smooth out.
Click to expand...
Great, thanks for the tip!
 
preacher35 said:
No, I believe there are specifically four other people in the continental United States and one in Puerto Rico, that cheaped out and opted to stick with OEM UCA's. Sucks to be you!

LOL... just kidding bud. Couldn't help myself. For what it's worth, there's a 5th gen guy selling a BRAND NEW set of LR UCA's (in the T4R.org classifieds) for $350.00 SHIPPED! The 5th gen and the 4th gen have identical part#'s. I would jump on that deal if your funds permit:

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/sale-...ight-racing-ucas-5th-gen-$400-raleigh-nc.html

Good luck bud!
Click to expand...
Lol, already PM'ed him, really good deal!
 
Metalmantr said:
On another note Preacher, for some reason the back seems to be kinda rough. I can't confirm yet because no one had ridden back there yet, but it seems to bounce around a little harsh. I have the 5100's and heavy duty 2.5 springs so I dunno whats up. Maybe it's the springs.
Click to expand...
Just out of curiosity why did you opt for the HD springs?
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Members online

Total: 304 (members: 6, guests: 298)

Forum statistics

Threads
278,306
Messages
3,554,046
Members
248,016
Latest member
Advally Service

Share this page

Trending content

Back
Top