874runnersr5

Soooo, heres another one of those threads....

Ive done research, ive looked at AAL and also Lift shackles and new Leafs for the rear.
But im so lost in witch way to go and was wondering if someone could help me into the best direction possible?
I want to achieve stock rear ride height again. Or maybe a bit higher..
I plan on getting 32" 11.5 BFG m/t within the next month and most likely BJ spacers for the front after the tires and the rear lift issue.

Here is what i have to work with.




As you can tell, she doesnt sag horribly, but still id love to fix it, and now since i have steady $ coming in i can finally pursue to build up my rig.

I had my whole idea to get addaleafs for the rear. I saw that tech article and it looked like what i needed. But i also came across this one tonight, https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f2/n...stalled-48400/

And now im open to replacing the who rear leafs, seeing that it could be easier then adding a leaf. Heres the problem, what should i go with 2" or 3".
I dont have a custom rear bumper yet,( probley a MC) down the road. But also, if i get the 3" will it look goofy without the BJ spacers? or should i stick with the 2"?

Anywho,

Thanks for everyone that read that!

88T4R

If you are planning on going with the bj spacers I would do the add a leaf in the rear 2" and that should get you level and will look nice with the 32" tires at that height. The add a leaf is really simple to do and a lot cheaper than buying a set of new leaf packs and you can use the extra money on something else.

88T4R

It will be a little taller than stock, but I think it looks better with a little lift when you put on bigger tires even though you can fit them on stock!

874runnersr5

So, you say go with the 2" lift with the AAL?

dropzone

iTrader: (6)

For the rear, do right, do it once: Replace the rear springs.

AAL's will be a temp fix at best looking at the sag on your 4Runner.

874runnersr5

Yeah, see that is what im also thinking. Its a bit more money, but at the same time its a new start almost, but im unsure either 3 or 2" hmm

4Crawler

iTrader: (3)

I have some suggestions and considerations on the web page below:
- http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...es.shtml#FAQ14

And yes, new springs are the best all around option, although the most cost. And on the 4Runner, usually best to have the rear a little higher than the front due to the optical illusion of the lower cut rear wheel well. Even sitting level, the rear will look a little lower than the front.

The other decent AAL option is the Rancho Soft-Ride AAL kit. Has 2 sets of leaves that can be mix and matched with the existing leaves to make up most any ride height from stock to +2" or so. A buddy has those leaves on his '94 pickup and they are working well for him.

dropzone

iTrader: (6)

with the weight of the Top and the possibility of hauling passengers in the backseat I would do 3" rear springs ( if you are doing the 2" lift up front i thought I saw mentioned).

edit: I knew 4crawler would chime in, he knows his stuff and has answered this very question many times before, his link has great options

874runnersr5

Thanks 4crawler!, your site always helps!!!!

also, ocdrop im just thinking if it would look werid with the 3" in the rear with nothing done to the front, unless i can crank my tbars? until i get the bj spacers?

flatland4runner

yep new springs all the way. That is some pretty big sag, 2" would do fine but 3" if you regularly haul lots gear,friends etc. I used to do suspension for a living and am of the opinion that add a leaf are junk

874runnersr5

Hmm, i rarely have to carry anything, maybe the random two friends for a offroad trip, and some gear. Hmmm, im starting to think the 2" is the way to go.

874runnersr5

oo, if i get the 2" new leafs. Would i have to replace my shocks?

874runnersr5

anyone?

muddpigg

iTrader: (1)

Go with the Marlin, Allpro, or Trailgear springs cut the old mounts out put new ones on. Awesome flex.

Allpro's are on sale.

4Crawler

iTrader: (3)

Hard to say, measure and see if the existing shocks have enough droop to handle a few inches of lift. How to measure? Measure the shock length at full droop now, then disconnect the shock on one side and pull it out all the way and see how much extra length is available. An AAL won't add all that much more droop to the existing spring pack, so you won't need a lot of extra length. A 2"-3" lift spring may have more droop since lift springs tend to have more free arch than a stock height spring.

If you plan to take the truck off-road, you want to make sure the shock doesn't limit spring travel but if you mainly stay on the road (pavement, or gravel) then it is not the end of the world to have a little shorter shock than needed. On my DD, the rear shocks are a tad bit short. Only time it is a hassle is when I have to remove/install them, since you have to lower the axle just to the bottom of the shock travel and then remove the bolts. Then you can lower the axle the rest of the way. Installation is the reverse process. Adds a few minutes to the process.

874runnersr5

hmmm.. hmmm.. I do mild offroading. Probley will do more when i get these tires/lift... I was also thinking if i get the 2" leafs, when i get the BJ's and front end lift all done up, and its a little low in the rear, couldnt i get lift shackles?

874runnersr5

If it was only easier to acquire a welder

4Crawler

iTrader: (3)

That's what this truck runs, a Rancho AAL and I think we did a 2" longer than stock shackle in back for another inch of lift:
- http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/hottoy/west/

874runnersr5

hmm interesting...

by anychace, does anyone know if Downey off-road has a email?

muddpigg

iTrader: (1)

Got some Downey 3" rears with stock springs added to pack, ran for less than a year. I sell you.