AI*Phoenix
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I have the OME and this is for sure the most cost efficient and safest way to go. Especially when you are going to be adding more weight in the future.
What suspension kits so you suggest for a 3" lift?
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I just put the billies set at 1.75" and the toytec coils on my 2006 sport. Its not adjustable once you put them on is the only downfall i saw. As far as ride goes, i think it still rides pretty nice. I ditched my sway bar so that also helps. I ended up with a little over 3" of lift and it sits about perfect. Total i believe mine came to about $380 and i installed it myself. Just my .02
Daron-t4r
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so when I put 884s+spacer+superflex+rear shock in here" http://toyteclifts.com/index.php?pa...tegory_id=108&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=72 "...Ill be replacing everything but my stock front shock?
Lastly, whats ride quality like in 5100s vs 884s... with no extra weight...
Sorry I'm quite redundant
Lastly, whats ride quality like in 5100s vs 884s... with no extra weight...
Sorry I'm quite redundant
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Casper421
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That kit includes the front OME sport nitrocharger shocks, so everything. 5100's are shocks and 884's are coils. Are you asking the difference between the OME front shocks and the 5100's? difference between ome shocks and bilstein shocks
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Casper421
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Many think that the OME coils should only be paired with their shocks because they are valved for their coils. Personaly, i dont think the average dd could tell the difference if there is any. If you can tell the difference, you should be running CO's. I believe that "mixing" kits is perfectly fine. Bilsteins are great shocks!
Daron-t4r
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Thats the next thing I wanted to address, so thanks! I was thinking nitto trail/terra grapplers, that are 185/70/17s. Other Ideas?
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EDIT: I'm really searching for a tire that is good for snow/ice... I might need to invest in some tire just for the winter season.
ALSO, those who've done a lift like this, would you recommend a differential drop?
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ARK_SWAMP_RIDER
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You don't need a diff drop, its a wasteof money. As for tires, from the reviews I've read, duratracs are the way to go for snow and ice if you don't want a dedicated set of tires.
Daron-t4r
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Wrangler DuraTrac | Goodyear Tires These?
And what sizes do they come in? I can't seem to find it on the website.
ARK_SWAMP_RIDER
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Yes, reviews state those are awesome in the snow, along with most other conditions. Common sizes are 265/70/17, which will be a little small for a 3" lift, or 285/70/17 which will require wheel spacers and some trimming. On the page you linked to, under features and benefits, there's a link for sizes and specs.
TheTuckerTaxi
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+1 If I had a doller for everytime I +1'ed this guy...
Check out Mager54's build: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-gen-t4rs/99778-magert54-build.html
He's from Colorado so I'm sure he has a little experience with snow, from page 5:
Daron-t4r
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I plan on buying a 2 pair of spidertrax, so I think I am set in that reguard... I hate to break out the dremmel, but I guess thats necessary sometimes. Thanks for all the info ASR.
ARK_SWAMP_RIDER
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Look into all pro spacers with the extended thread lugs, I've had both those and spidertrax, like the all pros better, mainly because they're just as reliable and are cheaper.
Spacers solve rubbing on the uca but also cause more issues with rubbing on the fender and liner. Nothing that can't be fixed.
Spacers solve rubbing on the uca but also cause more issues with rubbing on the fender and liner. Nothing that can't be fixed.
alex56
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The Dremel should be your best friend owning a T4r!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:thumb3::thumb3::thumb3: Ive trimmed so much its not even funny, yet the Dremel has all the cutting wheels, sanding bits you need to clean it up for a smooth edge... and earlier you said 185 you need 285 or if your really wanna step it up get 33/12.50's
Daron-t4r
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Yeah, once I make the first cut I might become like you as well :hungry: ... and the 285/70/R17 duratracs look amazing, spectacular reviews, as well as a good look.
But damn, 33X12.5R15 ... those look enormous!
Edit: What are the differences between all pros and spidertrax, besides the width. Does the extra ~.25" change anything?
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ARK_SWAMP_RIDER
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It'll come with everything need, except the tools to install as you mentioned. I'd plan at least 5-6 hours to install yourself.
Daron-t4r
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Ok, I bought the OME setup first, and decided to have a shop install it for me. So I went in and the install got quoted at $500 dollars! So instead of f-ing around with a spring compressor, I took the dive and traded the OME in for the toytec ultimate (which is superior in my mind anyway) and installed the damn thing myself. I knew absolutely nothing about suspension when I started this thread, as you can probably tell from my earlier posts, but installing the thing myself, aside from being a pain in the ass, tought me alot about my truck in addition to saving me $500.
I also purchased 4 allpro 1.5" spacers, and plenty of extended lugs. Last thing to do this winter season is upgrade the tires. I'd like to go as big as I can without hitting the UCAs, which I think would be a 285/70/R17... I decided to go with the wrangler duratracs after running into too many good reviews to ignore. does anyone know many inches the 285s are, the tire size calculator is being ornery.
Thanks everyone for the input on this thread, and for putting up with my naivete. I certainly know more about my suspension now than I thought I ever would.
I also purchased 4 allpro 1.5" spacers, and plenty of extended lugs. Last thing to do this winter season is upgrade the tires. I'd like to go as big as I can without hitting the UCAs, which I think would be a 285/70/R17... I decided to go with the wrangler duratracs after running into too many good reviews to ignore. does anyone know many inches the 285s are, the tire size calculator is being ornery.
Thanks everyone for the input on this thread, and for putting up with my naivete. I certainly know more about my suspension now than I thought I ever would.
darkie3495
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Congrats on installing it yourself!! It's always satisfying working on your own 4Runner. Looking forward to the pics.
Since I have the other brand with no experience with All-Pro, I have a question regarding the wheel spacers. Do the All-pro wheel spacers require extended lugs? If not, the extended lugs might stick out beyond the face of the spacer for the wheel to mount properly. (this is based on how the Spidertrax is spaced on the stock wheel studs)
Good choice in tires...granted I'm a bit biased. And a 285/70/17 is 32.7"
Since I have the other brand with no experience with All-Pro, I have a question regarding the wheel spacers. Do the All-pro wheel spacers require extended lugs? If not, the extended lugs might stick out beyond the face of the spacer for the wheel to mount properly. (this is based on how the Spidertrax is spaced on the stock wheel studs)
Good choice in tires...granted I'm a bit biased. And a 285/70/17 is 32.7"
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