2001 2wd 4Runner lift
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2001 2wd 4Runner lift
I have been doing alot of serious research lately and attempting to read as many posts as possible about 3rd gen 4Runner lifts. I have narrowed it down to 2 possibilities
#1 http://www.toyteclifts.com/96024runn...24runnershocks (OME 3" 4Runner coil lift)
#2 93-97 LC coils and n86 shocks in rear
TRD Tundra coils OME shocks in front
what are the pros/cons of each of these lifts and do you have any other suggestions for a lift. I would ultimately like to gain about 3" of lift with the possibility of adding a body lift at some point.
On a side note, what are the ups/downs to using stock shocks versus aftermarker?
#1 http://www.toyteclifts.com/96024runn...24runnershocks (OME 3" 4Runner coil lift)
#2 93-97 LC coils and n86 shocks in rear
TRD Tundra coils OME shocks in front
what are the pros/cons of each of these lifts and do you have any other suggestions for a lift. I would ultimately like to gain about 3" of lift with the possibility of adding a body lift at some point.
On a side note, what are the ups/downs to using stock shocks versus aftermarker?
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i went with the toytec route with my 97 2wd. specifically, i went with the 3" toytec spacers, and OME 890's and tokico trekmasters in the back. from that i got 3.25" in the front, and about 4" in the back but it was sagging before. i think if you also use 4wd springs in the front you'll get a lot more because of the spring rate. remember 2wd's are a lot lighter because no transfer case front diff... etc... i believe that a 4cyl 2wd is 500 lbs lighter than a v6 4wd. as for me, i didn't get extended brake lines or panhard bar or e-brake proportioning brakcet. though the latter two are highly recommended and i will do in the future. also, most important thing is alignment. visibly, i have some major camber, as well as a friend with the same front lift on a tacoma.
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thanks etan and fuzion, anyone else have any input? specifically if the toytec lift would be all i need or if panhard, extended brake lines, e-brake need to be changed/repositioned
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I aswell got the 3'' toytec spacers for the front. Did not need to extend the brake lines. And the rear i went with 3 1/2 in coils from downey-offroad. they give you an extended brake line with that kit. and straps. once again, i didnt need to install the extended braked line nor the straps, cause im still using the stock shocks. the shocks wont let it over extend.
Edit: i didnt get the extended panhard either. took some measurments and its not off.
Edit: i didnt get the extended panhard either. took some measurments and its not off.
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There's plenty of people out there that did similar lifts with none of those extra modifications.
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Well since I have a 2wd most of what I want the lift for is looks. I might take it out on some really easy trails but nothing too extreme. I am staying away from spacers because I'm afraid it will make the ride a little rough. Is that a correct assumption?
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I test drove an FJ crusier with 2 inch spacers, didnt feel rough at all. You can probably get some spacers for the front and 890's for the rear for around $250.
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spacers didn't make my ride any more rougher. it helped stop swaying through turns though center of gravity was raised. but you can't expect a luxury sedan type ride from a lifted truck basically.
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