Trd pro lift question

[TxPunisher]

General Grabber

Anyone running General Grabber tires (Red Letter) 285 70 17 with this Toytec TRD lift? If you are, did you have any issues? Rubbing, balancing?

 

[WakeDreams]

Just wanted to provide an update, almost a year later with this Toytec lift and no associated issues. I have went through numerous tire rotations and have found one thing. If the dealer (or you if out of warranty) rotates the tires, make sure they are tightened back on in a star pattern. They didn't do this twice on mine and I got a vibration in the steering wheel at 40-50mph. Each time, I removed the wheels and put them back on the correct way and it was immediately gone. Cheers!

 

[Jdavera]

I'm wondering if I could use this combination

http://toyteclifts.3dcartstores.com...-and-104Runner_p_157.html#.WBPfMh5hlbU.mailto

instead of using the toytec TRD lift kit

 

[TRUSTYAXE]

A lot of great information on here from TRD PRO owners, thank you all. I've been telling myself that I'm not going to do anything to this truck but now that my stock tires are almost used up and after reading all this it seems obvious to do the Toytec lift and put nitto ridge grappler 285's on. Borla exhaust might have to wait.

 

[Shaolin]

Here you go - Before/After shots of my TRDP with the Toytec 1" leveling spacer kit (Part No. 'BAJA1-B', designed specifically for 4R TRDP's and TRD Baja Tacos).

I couldn't be happier with the results. The installation took about 2.5 hours, and I'd rate it a 6 out of 10 for difficulty (at least at my level). The most difficult part was getting the strut assemblies out (and back in) and of course the most precarious part was compressing the spring (rented the tool from Autozone - no charge, just a $55 fully refundable deposit). Definitely get an extra set of hands to help you out if you go this route.

The stance is perfect, in my opinion. For those not wanting to install the 2" Toytec lift or are wanting to wait until your stock Nittos wear to do so, this is the way to go (I think the 2" lift looks borderline silly without replacing the stock 275s w/ 285s). As far as mitigating nose-dive when braking...it does...slightly...enough for it not to bother me anymore if that makes any sense. From what I understand, although the springs are pre-loaded the spring rate is the same, so I'm assuming it has to do with CG/weight distribution. I'm sure I'll be corrected if I'm wrong. Also - No perception of reverse rake, whatsoever.

Here are the pics:

Stock setup, before/after installation:
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After I was finally able to clear her up:
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Glad you went that route and it looks perfect. Sorry I didn't respond to your questions I was out of town. Looks good my friend.

 

[Ridin4Runner]

I'm on my third alignment with the new ToyTech lift. Also, new tires, so very evident wearing wrong. But truck drives straight and is in spec. Thoughts?!

 

[Trail Wonka]

I'm on my third alignment with the new ToyTech lift. Also, new tires, so very evident wearing wrong. But truck drives straight and is in spec. Thoughts?!

Which tires at what pressure?
And what type of bad wear are you getting?

 

[hendooman]

I'm on my third alignment with the new ToyTech lift. Also, new tires, so very evident wearing wrong. But truck drives straight and is in spec. Thoughts?!

I am seeing some uneven wear as well. I just had a rotate at 25,000 and the tires are not wearing the way I would like. As soon as I had my lift, toytec pro lift, put on and aligned it drove very well. no bump steer the steering wheel was just 1 tick to the right, not a big deal as it drove straight. So that was put on at about 15,000 miles. The 20,000 rotate the dealer didn't notice any uneven wear. So I just had the 25,000 rotate and the dealer noted uneven wear. As soon as I pulled away I noticed a steering wheel wobble between 50-60 then it stopped. I did a little research on here and switched the fronts and re tightened them in a star pattern as suggested, wobble is gone but the tires seem to be going fast.

I guess overall I am not to worried as I want new tires anyway. I don't think these will make it past 35,000. When I do the tires I am thinking of just getting new control arms just basically for piece of mind because I know I probably don't need them. But I figure if I am spending $1000 or so on new tires, whats another $500 to get good control arms and have it aligned just right.

Moral, I can't tell if it is from the lift or just crappy tires, I am leaning towards the tires.

 

[Ridin4Runner]

Which tires at what pressure?
And what type of bad wear are you getting?

42psi

 

[willie2323]

Here you go - Before/After shots of my TRDP with the Toytec 1" leveling spacer kit (Part No. 'BAJA1-B', designed specifically for 4R TRDP's and TRD Baja Tacos).

I couldn't be happier with the results. The installation took about 2.5 hours, and I'd rate it a 6 out of 10 for difficulty (at least at my level). The most difficult part was getting the strut assemblies out (and back in) and of course the most precarious part was compressing the spring (rented the tool from Autozone - no charge, just a $55 fully refundable deposit). Definitely get an extra set of hands to help you out if you go this route.

The stance is perfect, in my opinion. For those not wanting to install the 2" Toytec lift or are wanting to wait until your stock Nittos wear to do so, this is the way to go (I think the 2" lift looks borderline silly without replacing the stock 275s w/ 285s). As far as mitigating nose-dive when braking...it does...slightly...enough for it not to bother me anymore if that makes any sense. From what I understand, although the springs are pre-loaded the spring rate is the same, so I'm assuming it has to do with CG/weight distribution. I'm sure I'll be corrected if I'm wrong. Also - No perception of reverse rake, whatsoever.

Curious...I see you went with the toytec 1" lift (instead of the cornfed 1" lift). Any particular reason? Also did you loosen the LCA bolts (or disconnect the tie rods) to ease the removal of the struts or just manhandle with a lever? I had mine all apart ready to install the cornfed spacer and could not remove the struts. I chose not to loosen any bolts or anything, just tried to lever down the LCA with no luck. Was afraid I would damage the drive boot next to the lower strut mounting point when removing the strut (and especially with the extra half inch length when reinstalling it).
thanx

 

[InspectahDeck]

Here you go - Before/After shots of my TRDP with the Toytec 1" leveling spacer kit (Part No. 'BAJA1-B', designed specifically for 4R TRDP's and TRD Baja Tacos).



I couldn't be happier with the results. The installation took about 2.5 hours, and I'd rate it a 6 out of 10 for difficulty (at least at my level). The most difficult part was getting the strut assemblies out (and back in) and of course the most precarious part was compressing the spring (rented the tool from Autozone - no charge, just a $55 fully refundable deposit). Definitely get an extra set of hands to help you out if you go this route.



The stance is perfect, in my opinion. For those not wanting to install the 2" Toytec lift or are wanting to wait until your stock Nittos wear to do so, this is the way to go (I think the 2" lift looks borderline silly without replacing the stock 275s w/ 285s). As far as mitigating nose-dive when braking...it does...slightly...enough for it not to bother me anymore if that makes any sense. From what I understand, although the springs are pre-loaded the spring rate is the same, so I'm assuming it has to do with CG/weight distribution. I'm sure I'll be corrected if I'm wrong. Also - No perception of reverse rake, whatsoever.



Curious...I see you went with the toytec 1" lift (instead of the cornfed 1" lift). Any particular reason? Also did you loosen the LCA bolts (or disconnect the tie rods) to ease the removal of the struts or just manhandle with a lever? I had mine all apart ready to install the cornfed spacer and could not remove the struts. I chose not to loosen any bolts or anything, just tried to lever down the LCA with no luck. Was afraid I would damage the drive boot next to the lower strut mounting point when removing the strut (and especially with the extra half inch length when reinstalling it).

thanx

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[3RDCoastTRDP]

Here you go - Before/After shots of my TRDP with the Toytec 1" leveling spacer kit (Part No. 'BAJA1-B', designed specifically for 4R TRDP's and TRD Baja Tacos).

I couldn't be happier with the results. The installation took about 2.5 hours, and I'd rate it a 6 out of 10 for difficulty (at least at my level). The most difficult part was getting the strut assemblies out (and back in) and of course the most precarious part was compressing the spring (rented the tool from Autozone - no charge, just a $55 fully refundable deposit). Definitely get an extra set of hands to help you out if you go this route.

The stance is perfect, in my opinion. For those not wanting to install the 2" Toytec lift or are wanting to wait until your stock Nittos wear to do so, this is the way to go (I think the 2" lift looks borderline silly without replacing the stock 275s w/ 285s). As far as mitigating nose-dive when braking...it does...slightly...enough for it not to bother me anymore if that makes any sense. From what I understand, although the springs are pre-loaded the spring rate is the same, so I'm assuming it has to do with CG/weight distribution. I'm sure I'll be corrected if I'm wrong. Also - No perception of reverse rake, whatsoever.

Curious...I see you went with the toytec 1" lift (instead of the cornfed 1" lift). Any particular reason? Also did you loosen the LCA bolts (or disconnect the tie rods) to ease the removal of the struts or just manhandle with a lever? I had mine all apart ready to install the cornfed spacer and could not remove the struts. I chose not to loosen any bolts or anything, just tried to lever down the LCA with no luck. Was afraid I would damage the drive boot next to the lower strut mounting point when removing the strut (and especially with the extra half inch length when reinstalling it).
thanx

Here's a link to to the Toytec Instructions we followed:

https://www.toyteclifts.com/images/stories/pdf_files/BAJA1-TRDPRO.pdf

I've dealt w/ Toytec before and they're good guys, w/ good products. Yes, we had to take everything apart. The strut assemblies are hard to get out, and you'll need an extra set of hands. Good Luck!

While I'm replying..........I found a smoking deal on some 275 KO2s, which are going on tomorrow (although the sig was updated this morning - POW). PUMMMMMPED. I'll be posting a pic, and also an advert for my stock 265 Nittos (5,200 miles) if anyone is interested.

 

[3RDCoastTRDP]

New Shoes

Just got my 275 KO2s mounted up, and THEY. LOOK. GREAT. After reading the back and forth (on other threads) about air pressure, I ended up settling on 42psi - feels dialed-in perfectly to me, but I might play around with it.

Here she is in all of her glory:

 

[Trail Wonka]

Just got my 275 KO2s mounted up, and THEY. LOOK. GREAT. After reading the back and forth (on other threads) about air pressure, I ended up settling on 42psi - feels dialed-in perfectly to me, but I might play around with it.



Here she is in all of her glory:



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I have always run 46 in front and 42-44 in the rear. But that is with a steel bumper and winch on the front. Visually the fronts should look the same as the rear [emoji106][emoji846][emoji106]

 

[Jpro256]

Just got my 275 KO2s mounted up, and THEY. LOOK. GREAT. After reading the back and forth (on other threads) about air pressure, I ended up settling on 42psi - feels dialed-in perfectly to me, but I might play around with it.

Here she is in all of her glory:

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Is that stock suspension?


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[Jpro256]

Just got my 275 KO2s mounted up, and THEY. LOOK. GREAT. After reading the back and forth (on other threads) about air pressure, I ended up settling on 42psi - feels dialed-in perfectly to me, but I might play around with it.

Here she is in all of her glory:

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Nevermind. Just saw your other post. Looks good.

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[WakeDreams]

I added the TOytec spacer lift and rear springs, but I am starting to really want the rig to be more level and eliminate the rake. Has anyone taken the next step to try to level it and if so, what solution did you come up with? Thanks in advance.

 

[joe_trdpro88]

I added the TOytec spacer lift and rear springs, but I am starting to really want the rig to be more level and eliminate the rake. Has anyone taken the next step to try to level it and if so, what solution did you come up with? Thanks in advance.

I did the toytec spacer and it helped.

 

[WakeDreams]

Yea, that's what I am running as well. I looking to make the rig level distance from the ground to the top of the fender well the same height front and rear. Thanks though!

 

[joe_trdpro88]

I added the TOytec spacer lift and rear springs, but I am starting to really want the rig to be more level and eliminate the rake. Has anyone taken the next step to try to level it and if so, what solution did you come up with? Thanks in advance.

Or.... Get coilovers.