Ebay lift kit for light trail use. Opinions
#1
Ebay lift kit for light trail use. Opinions
here is the kit :
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/79-85...ayphotohosting
This kit contains:
+ (2) new replacement front leaf spring packs w/ bushings
+ Front U-bolt kit
+ Sway bar sleeves and bolts
+ Brake line bracket
+ Rear block and u-bolt kit
Rear springs like the ones pictured are available for an additional $130 and NO additional shipping.
+ (4) premium grade 8000 series shocks
+ All necessary hardware and brackets
+ Instructions
what do you guys think>?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/79-85...ayphotohosting
This kit contains:
+ (2) new replacement front leaf spring packs w/ bushings
+ Front U-bolt kit
+ Sway bar sleeves and bolts
+ Brake line bracket
+ Rear block and u-bolt kit
Rear springs like the ones pictured are available for an additional $130 and NO additional shipping.
+ (4) premium grade 8000 series shocks
+ All necessary hardware and brackets
+ Instructions
what do you guys think>?
#2
Contributing Member
Don't risk it get a known brand and do it right the first time and have no problems on the trail. Have a cheep set up and you will be paying way more in the long run for a bad decision.
#3
Registered User
Well it looks to be a rough country lift which is right up there with pro-comp and trail master. If you just want a cheap lift then go for it, but dont expect a smooth ride or much flex.
#5
Contributing Member
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Maryville, TN 37803
Posts: 897
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
That kit is sold in my home town. I don't have one but I've heard good things from locals that have used it. Buy the rear springs - don't use the blocks and you should be fine.
I am considering the same kit - I'm just saving money at the moment.
My front springs have a negative arch and I will replace them before wheeling again. My 85 is not my daily driver though !
I finally reached a point in my life that I have several TOYS !!!!!!!
50 sucks though !
I am considering the same kit - I'm just saving money at the moment.
My front springs have a negative arch and I will replace them before wheeling again. My 85 is not my daily driver though !
I finally reached a point in my life that I have several TOYS !!!!!!!
50 sucks though !
#6
For light trail use it should be fine and get you set up to clear 32's or 33's.
Definitely spend the extra and get the rear springs. Sure it would be great to 'do it right' the first time and drop $1500 on the Marlin or All-Pro kits. But to get you started it will work and get you the bug. See how it works and down the road maybe decide to invest in a better kit.
One recommendation though would be to look at extended brake lines (F&R). When I bought my '81 the brake lines were about stretched out. $75 order to Trail gear and a few days later I had that part fixed...Good luck!
Definitely spend the extra and get the rear springs. Sure it would be great to 'do it right' the first time and drop $1500 on the Marlin or All-Pro kits. But to get you started it will work and get you the bug. See how it works and down the road maybe decide to invest in a better kit.
One recommendation though would be to look at extended brake lines (F&R). When I bought my '81 the brake lines were about stretched out. $75 order to Trail gear and a few days later I had that part fixed...Good luck!
#7
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Minneapolis MN
Posts: 241
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
The kit without the blocks is 399.99...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/79-85...2800QQtcZphoto
so there are two different ones... you should get the 3" one and let us all know what you think The company sells allot of other lifts and looks legit and Ruff country is reputable brand.
I don't know i'm considering that lift also since my 85' will most likely only used lift for trail excursions and there aren't any mt's in MN...
Lets us know what you decide!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/79-85...2800QQtcZphoto
so there are two different ones... you should get the 3" one and let us all know what you think The company sells allot of other lifts and looks legit and Ruff country is reputable brand.
I don't know i'm considering that lift also since my 85' will most likely only used lift for trail excursions and there aren't any mt's in MN...
Lets us know what you decide!
Trending Topics
#9
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Tucson, AZ
Posts: 405
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
You get what you pay for. If that's all you are expecting then there isn't a problem. Personally I wouldn't do it, I just ordered a SS#7 kit (don't know if they even offer kits for 1st gen runners) for myself. I have bought cheap options on various things before and always ended up doing it right later on down the road, thereby costing me more $$ than if I had saved longer and did it right the 1st time. Just my opinion
#10
I have this kit installed and it is fine. Not a ton of flex, but a better ride than my stock seized up suspension. I got the 1.5 inch greasable shackles too as you may not be able to reuse your old ones, and definitely needed the extended brake lines.
#13
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Yucca Valley Ca.
Posts: 56
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
i dunno about them but i went with the downey 3 inch kit and its incredible over stock... i got bit by the travel bug so im itchin for more travel now.. heres the stock before and the after
completely flexed
and now with the downey three inch and prerunner AAL
and i can beat the hell out of it and still drive it home.... oh and it was only 368 bucks shipped to me!!
completely flexed
and now with the downey three inch and prerunner AAL
and i can beat the hell out of it and still drive it home.... oh and it was only 368 bucks shipped to me!!
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
RedRunner_87
95.5-2004 Tacomas & 96-2002 4Runners (Build-Up Section)
84
06-01-2021 01:51 PM
GreatLakesGuy
The Classifieds GraveYard
8
09-04-2015 09:27 AM
FS[NorAtl]: 05+ tacoma leveling lift front MA
akaphilly
Axles - Suspensions - Tires - Wheels
0
07-09-2015 02:18 PM