Ultimate Lift Installed!!

[96743runner]

Glad to hear there's a noticeable improvement in that front end dive. I'm looking at an OME lift right now along with new shocks to fix that same problem.

Yup, pretty much no more front end dive with the lift. I have to brake pretty hard to make it dive even a little bit and this is with the Tundra Brake Upgrade (199mm)

 

[96743runner]

:iagree:I took my front's up to 3.5" so I definitely needed the diff drop. It will prolong life of the CVs and only takes a few minutes.

To drop the coilover simply break the two lock nuts loose with the spanner wrenches. Thread the bottom one down an inch (to your desired 2" total) then use the spanner to spin the other nut down. The spring will most likely turn with it. When the lock nuts meet, lock them together again by tightening them together.

Why do you want to lower it?

As far as adjusting the CO height. It can be a pain in the butt. It will take time to get it dialed in completely. Here is something most people don't think about. Once you make an adjustment on the CO you can't just take a measurement as soon as you lower off the jack. There is still friction between floor and tire surface possibly not allowing it to lower. Drive around the block and hit a few bumps then pull back in and measure. If necessary repeat steps. At a bare minimum you need to roll the vehicle forward and back to allow the tires to settle at actual ride height.

As with any CO that you buy. You will have to adjust them a few times before you get the right height. Accept it.

I mounted mine, drove around and readjusted them. I have readjusted them 4 or 5 times. Remember that, roughly, it is a 1/4" at the shock gives you ~1/2" at the wheel. (shock is mounted inboard) I can, and have, adjusted mine without pulling the tires.

How to: Adjusting Coilovers without removing the tires
*Spray lube is your friend.
*Lift the front of the vehicle with a floor jack, unloads the coil
*Turn the wheel hard to the left, this will allow access to the drivers side CO
*Measure the threads and figure how much you need to adjust
*With gloves on, crank on the adjuster, you will only have one hole of rotation with each crank
*Turn the wheels to the right and repeat on the passenger side
*drive around to get the suspension to settle.
*Repeat the process if needed to achieve the desired height.
*Make a note in your owners manual of the heights. This way, if they settle, you can adjust to get back to this height. This could help keep the alignment set. (measure from the hub center to the wheel well lip)

Thanks guys for the help on adjusting the coilovers!

Jon - I want to lower the front coilovers a little because I have read that the 890's tend to settle over time, giving reverse rake. If I lower it now, I won't have to pay again for an alignment (I didn't have it aligned yet). Also, I like having the slight raked look.

 

[96743runner]

Looks awesome! Any plans for some new rubber?

Thanks Hepar! Yeah the next thing I'm gonna get for my T4R is either 265/75/16 GY Duratracs or BFG AT 265/75/16. I have the Duratracs on my Taco and love 'em but I wanted to try something new and I'm kinda curious to try out the BFG AT myself.

I noticed that you have the same lift with the BFG's...your ride looks great!!! I was actually set on buying the Duratracs, but I saw pics of your runner and that made me want the BFG's instead. lol

 

[cougar428]

Looks good!!!!!! Last time i seen one of your posts your truck was still at stock height