Body Lift recommendations

TWISTEDTA · 06-05-2008, 09:02 PM

I'm about to order a body lift 3" for my 92.. but now that I'm doing reading on the subject I'm torn between the Performance Accessories and Superlift kit. The price range difference is very minimal-but I'm not sure which one is the better product....

What do you guys recommend by personal experience?

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Hayes · 06-05-2008, 09:04 PM

try 4crawler.com

bigt · 06-05-2008, 09:05 PM

4crawler.com.. id go 2 inch tops

Djlarroc · 06-05-2008, 09:05 PM

Either one is good, just don't do a 3". Do a 2". I did a 1" and can't raise my gas tank which is one of the worst drawbacks on our trucks. Wish I woulda done a 2".

Jay351 · 06-05-2008, 11:25 PM

My Performance accessories kit worked pretty darn well. Everything went into place quite easy.

netgodsrdn2 · 06-06-2008, 12:34 AM

I'm completely satisfied with my 4crawler 2" ultimate body lift.

jmazoso · 06-06-2008, 08:24 AM

I am totally satisfied with the 1" that I got from Wabbit. Very simlar to the ones that you get from 4crawler.

Tacoclimber · 06-06-2008, 08:33 AM

Another vote for 4Crawler. I even got my 2" second hand and the quality is second to none.

And besides that, Roger's a great guy.

TWISTEDTA · 06-06-2008, 07:04 PM

I knew you guys would know! Thanks i really appreciate it.

I'll go 2" then gotta see who has the best deal now. Thanks again guys

apalmer1 · 06-06-2008, 07:08 PM

id never BL more than 1"... changes vehicle dynamics too much, not to mention they arent very durable or useful for anything other than tire clearance. If i were to get a 1" body lift the only reason for it would be to make it easier to work on things such as the transmission or transfer case where there is very limited space near the bottom of the floorboards.

bigt · 06-06-2008, 07:27 PM

go 2 inches.... then you can raise gas tank and other things.. 4cralwer will hook you up with everything you need... dont skimp.

OSU4Runner · 06-06-2008, 07:55 PM

4Crawler....2 inch, no more, no less....I'm very happy with my 4crawler 2" body lift

grayguy · 06-06-2008, 08:23 PM

I've got a 4crawler 3in body lift. I also bought the 3in lifted Motor mounts. You nay sayers can bad talk a 3in lift all you want, between my drivetrain lift and crossmember I built, my T-case only hangs below the frame about an inch, if that. So if your going to lift the drivetrain as well, go for a 3inch kit.

dirtoyboy · 06-08-2008, 06:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grayguy

I've got a 4crawler 3in body lift. I also bought the 3in lifted Motor mounts. You nay sayers can bad talk a 3in lift all you want, between my drivetrain lift and crossmember I built, my T-case only hangs below the frame about an inch, if that. So if your going to lift the drivetrain as well, go for a 3inch kit.

If there is actually a purpose behind the body lift I think its ok.....

When people just slap a body lift on it to clear bigger tires....thats just gay

grayguy · 06-08-2008, 08:12 AM

^agreed. But on an IFS truck, I think the best thing you can do is do the body/drivetrain lift and throw so bigger tires on. After seeing what my truck will do with just that, I doubt I'd ever drop the $$$ on an IFS lift.

dirtoyboy · 06-08-2008, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grayguy

^agreed. But on an IFS truck, I think the best thing you can do is do the body/drivetrain lift and throw so bigger tires on. After seeing what my truck will do with just that, I doubt I'd ever drop the $$$ on an IFS lift.

Good point......I have seen a truck similar to yours (3 inch body and drivetrain lift, with a flat belly) with 31s go down black diamond trails....So I dont doubt the capability..

Its a trade off... I'd rather have the frame clearance though...

Hayes · 06-08-2008, 08:29 PM

bigger tires gets you more frame clearance...

Jackal · 06-08-2008, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TWISTEDTA

I'm about to order a body lift 3" for my 92.. but now that I'm doing reading on the subject I'm torn between the Performance Accessories and Superlift kit. The price range difference is very minimal-but I'm not sure which one is the better product....

What do you guys recommend by personal experience?

i have the performance accessories one for my 93 4runner. 3 inch. i have no complaints other than some stuff it came with that i didnt need. better directions too. but other than that it went in easy and no problems. i dont see the point in a two inch one unless you are getting a suspension to go with it, if you are just going for like a 2 inch bj spacers and body lift get the 3 inch. if your getting a suspension along with it i suggest 2 inch.

Noltz · 06-08-2008, 08:58 PM

I have the Performance Acessories 3" on my '91. Ya, and automatic to boot. .. it can be done. You do need to tighten the bolts after 100 miles or so, onces everything shakes down into place. Also, there's a plate that mounts to the firewall to relocate the steering shaft hole. It's not very precise. Mine needed some trimming, and the holes didn't line up very well. Once installed, I fit 35's with no lift, no trimming, minimal rubbing. To do it again, I'd move a couple of the body mounts up 3" on plates welded to the frame. I'd use the 3" spacers on the front and rear most mounts only.

06-05-2008, 09:04 PM	#2 (permalink)
Hayes Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 1,884	try 4crawler.com __________________ Obama is an acronym. OBAMA = One Big Ass Mistake, America

06-05-2008, 09:05 PM	#3 (permalink)
bigt Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: chippawa niagara falls ontario Posts: 3,201	4crawler.com.. id go 2 inch tops __________________ 1991 HILUX SURF SSR-X turbo diesel right hand drive toyota imported in 2005 from japan, 130,000 km 31 bfg a/t auto current build 1987 LWB suzuki samurai. turning 2 into one.. yota axles welded front to back, yota springs , ifs steering box,, this bad boy will not only eat jeeps but toyotas aswell \m/

06-05-2008, 09:05 PM	#4 (permalink)
Djlarroc Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 1,322	Either one is good, just don't do a 3". Do a 2". I did a 1" and can't raise my gas tank which is one of the worst drawbacks on our trucks. Wish I woulda done a 2". __________________ '89 4Runner: 22RE 5spd, 4:10s w/202K, 16x8 w/265-75 MT, Diamond headlights, Aisin hubs, Tortis' custom roll on paint job, Home made bikini, 1" Body Lift, 1.25" greasable lift shackles, TG Sliders, 1.5" BJ spacers, Rust is gone! - SOLD! '00 4Runner: Locked F/R - sold!

06-05-2008, 11:25 PM	#5 (permalink)
Jay351 Contributing Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: maple ridge, British Columbia, Canada Posts: 8,635	My Performance accessories kit worked pretty darn well. Everything went into place quite easy. __________________ 91 Pickup - xcab - 5sp - 3.0 - SR5 - 4x4 - 250k \|2.25" catback w/ magnaflow cat + glasspack \| Weasy2k cams \| Aisin manual hubs \| Diff breather mod\| Marlin HD clutch \|3" BL \| es3000's \|2" AAL \|1.5" bj spacers \| ISR \| Alpine headunit \| 4" Infinity fronts/5" rears \| 4.88's \|Rear lockright \| 33x12.50" BFG M/T on 15x8" steelies \|Hella 500's \|4" reverse lights\| Grant GT \|idler arm brace\|hella E-codes\| Marlin armor \|SS IFS brace \| %100 Amsoil synthetic http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2572486

06-06-2008, 08:24 AM	#7 (permalink)
jmazoso Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: St. Geroge, Utah Posts: 135	I am totally satisfied with the 1" that I got from Wabbit. Very simlar to the ones that you get from 4crawler. __________________ Trail Truck: 84 regular cab 85 22r -- streetRV head, 261C cam, 2.5" flowmaster, lock-right in rear, 1" Wabfab BL, IFS brakes, rock sliders, diff breathers, Amsoil, dual cases, front rock lights, tube bumper, 33x12.50 BFG MTs, cryo'd 5.29s, RUF, 213k miles ---Currently: Misc ---Next: Front bumper Link to build-up: http://www.yotatech.com/f115/jmazoso...uildup-137611/ DD: 01 Tundra V8, 3" flowmaster, FIPK, JBA Headers 133K miles

06-06-2008, 12:34 AM	#6 (permalink)
netgodsrdn2 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Littleton, CO Posts: 93	I'm completely satisfied with my 4crawler 2" ultimate body lift.

06-06-2008, 08:33 AM	#8 (permalink)
Tacoclimber Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Between a rock and a hard place, AZ Posts: 3,713	Another vote for 4Crawler. I even got my 2" second hand and the quality is second to none. And besides that, Roger's a great guy. __________________ CJ ...<>< 03 DC TRD Tacoma 4wd with a bunch of junk. SOLD 1964 Chevy Biscayne, 230 I6, lowered, satin black, old-school legit. Just wheel the stupid thing!!! But do it responsibly, ok? My band: Road Worn Saints

06-06-2008, 07:04 PM	#9 (permalink)
TWISTEDTA Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: California Posts: 25	I knew you guys would know! Thanks i really appreciate it. I'll go 2" then gotta see who has the best deal now. Thanks again guys __________________ 500hp 99 WS6 Got Forged? 1992 Short Bed Deluxe

06-06-2008, 07:08 PM	#10 (permalink)
apalmer1 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bend, OR. Posts: 664	id never BL more than 1"... changes vehicle dynamics too much, not to mention they arent very durable or useful for anything other than tire clearance. If i were to get a 1" body lift the only reason for it would be to make it easier to work on things such as the transmission or transfer case where there is very limited space near the bottom of the floorboards. __________________ 04 taco, 3.4 5spd. loads of goodies, FZJ80 axle SAS in progress. 85 pickup, 327sbc, truggy, in progress. 86 mazda b2000 street queen haha. 92 mazda B2600i 4x4 absolutely mobs. 81 ford bronco drinks gas 90 mazda mx-5 all original. when in doubt, tach it out.

06-06-2008, 07:27 PM	#11 (permalink)
bigt Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: chippawa niagara falls ontario Posts: 3,201	go 2 inches.... then you can raise gas tank and other things.. 4cralwer will hook you up with everything you need... dont skimp. __________________ 1991 HILUX SURF SSR-X turbo diesel right hand drive toyota imported in 2005 from japan, 130,000 km 31 bfg a/t auto current build 1987 LWB suzuki samurai. turning 2 into one.. yota axles welded front to back, yota springs , ifs steering box,, this bad boy will not only eat jeeps but toyotas aswell \m/

06-06-2008, 07:55 PM	#12 (permalink)
OSU4Runner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Woodway, TX Posts: 1,336	4Crawler....2 inch, no more, no less....I'm very happy with my 4crawler 2" body lift __________________ 2006 Tacoma SR5 - Stock for now 2000 4Runner Limited 16x8 Pro Comp Steelies wrapped in 285/75R16 Pro Comp M/T'S~RB 2" Body Lift~SS 1.2 Lift~1st Gen Roll Bar~Surco Safari Rack~ Trail Gear Sliders~Deckplate Mod w/ True Flow~Satoshi Grille~Hayden 1678 Aux Cooler~Safari Snorkel and a bunch of other crap.....

06-06-2008, 08:23 PM	#13 (permalink)
grayguy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Duluth MN Posts: 80	I've got a 4crawler 3in body lift. I also bought the 3in lifted Motor mounts. You nay sayers can bad talk a 3in lift all you want, between my drivetrain lift and crossmember I built, my T-case only hangs below the frame about an inch, if that. So if your going to lift the drivetrain as well, go for a 3inch kit. __________________ 89' 22RE 5spd. (Daily/pizza beater) 87' SR5 4runner (Soon to be DD/Trail rig)

06-08-2008, 08:12 AM	#15 (permalink)
grayguy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Duluth MN Posts: 80	^agreed. But on an IFS truck, I think the best thing you can do is do the body/drivetrain lift and throw so bigger tires on. After seeing what my truck will do with just that, I doubt I'd ever drop the $$$ on an IFS lift. __________________ 89' 22RE 5spd. (Daily/pizza beater) 87' SR5 4runner (Soon to be DD/Trail rig)

06-08-2008, 08:29 PM	#17 (permalink)
Hayes Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Aurora, CO Posts: 1,884	bigger tires gets you more frame clearance... __________________ Obama is an acronym. OBAMA = One Big Ass Mistake, America

06-08-2008, 08:58 PM	#19 (permalink)
Noltz Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 372	I have the Performance Acessories 3" on my '91. Ya, and automatic to boot. .. it can be done. You do need to tighten the bolts after 100 miles or so, onces everything shakes down into place. Also, there's a plate that mounts to the firewall to relocate the steering shaft hole. It's not very precise. Mine needed some trimming, and the holes didn't line up very well. Once installed, I fit 35's with no lift, no trimming, minimal rubbing. To do it again, I'd move a couple of the body mounts up 3" on plates welded to the frame. I'd use the 3" spacers on the front and rear most mounts only. __________________ •-Noltz-• '95 4Runner SR5, mostly Stock, w/OBA & AirLifts. His. '97 4Runner Limited, Stock w/E-Locker & 285s. Hers. '91 4Runner, 3" BL, 35's & 8000# Winch. SOLD

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