I've got a '93 runner with some 33 12.5 on it. they almost clear. almost is fine for city driving and light wheeling but not what i really want. my old tires were 32 11.5 and they fit perfectly. all i have on the car that isn't stock is the leveling kit coils in the rear that i pulled from a junk yard for $10.

my biggest thing is that if i start doing a suspension lift i want to do it right. i don't want my car to drive like crap or to be significantly more prone to breakage.

I have read the FAQ's regarding lifts, and have done a bunch of reading so i've got some ideas...but could really use a little guidance!!!

also, there is a guy who is selling the front half of a trailmaster 3" lift for the IFS he says it is complete and is asking $300. is this a good lift? if installed correctly will my car still drive well? if i get and install this what should i put on the rear?

thanks for your help and guidance!!!

 

just pound the body seam flat and trim the valance, and they will fit just fine. Im running 33's on my stock 1st gen.

 

I had a bit of rubbing with mine. I put a 1 inch body lift and 1" lift shackles and I am all good.

 

Switch to 33x10.50 - all the traction and ground clearance, none of the fitment issues.

 

Hey, TC, do you think you can run chains with 33x10.5s?

 

Yes, they make chains for 33x10.50

 

Actually I meant on an unlifted 4Runner with 33x10.5r15s. You need about 2" clearance all around the tire so that the chains don't hit.

 

This is an example of what the is for that and a sledge

As for doing the right lift do the SAS not IFS lift if its too much for you then save cause youll wish you did! I like how you only want a smaller 3" lift however cause anything bigger isnt really neccecary!

Just my $.02

 

Chains thats what 4x4 is for

 

Chains grip ice so well, you can do this.
[YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pPhvvNGDRg&feature=related[/YOUTUBE]

 

I would probibly just throw a body lift on there. It will clear your meats but will NOT change hardly any of the driving chararistics (did I spell that right?). Since it it only lifting the body off the frame, you are only increasing your COG but a minute amount, all suspension stays stock (best when its stock).

So... IMO, body lift it!

 

Weres the ICE??? thats pretty funny

Could be that I like the feeling of being out of control

 

What the heck is that guy listning too?!

 

what?

 

The chains grip so well you can drive upside-down. Its not funny when I have to explain it.

 

Sounds like A-ha "Take on Me". One of the coolest videos EVER.

 

Yes indeed, Take on me. Great song. However Reel Big Fish put a much better spin on it I have to admit.

 

characteristics

 

Agreed. 2" body lift, slight trim of the valence in the front. Also provides room for transmission work, allows you to lift the tank up too, should you want extra clearance without the high COG.

 

Thank you mr dictionary