ProComp Bracket Lift
Jan 8, 2009 | 09:11 PM
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even though this was a 'used' kit I purchased, it bolted up straight through to the frame without any issues at all..... Can't say the stock/ OEM 'kit' wouldn't have issues though since what I bought came with Rancho shocks instead of the ProComp shocks... however, I can't see the ProComp shocks being THAT much larger in diameter than the Rancho's to require clearancing the frame... particularly when the front shocks mount outboard of the frame at the bottom and are still outboard from the frame at the top.
even though this was a 'used' kit I purchased, it bolted up straight through to the frame without any issues at all..... Can't say the stock/ OEM 'kit' wouldn't have issues though since what I bought came with Rancho shocks instead of the ProComp shocks... however, I can't see the ProComp shocks being THAT much larger in diameter than the Rancho's to require clearancing the frame... particularly when the front shocks mount outboard of the frame at the bottom and are still outboard from the frame at the top.
Which is what REALLY chapped my arse about the whole deal having a "shop" do it.
Jan 8, 2009 | 09:17 PM
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Jan 8, 2009 | 11:30 PM
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Well, I thought it was silly too. I'm willing to bet the procomp shocks are the same size as the ranchos and I couldn't believe it either but the scrape marks and subsequent dents from that corner of the bracketry made me a believer. Maybe, I shouldn't say "frame" per say, but where the new drop bracket mounts to where the bumpstop use to go(the little white arrow). Plus, my instructions say to do it. Which is what REALLY chapped my arse about the whole deal having a "shop" do it.
Which is what REALLY chapped my arse about the whole deal having a "shop" do it.see learn something new everday... and re-realize bracket lifts suck
Jan 8, 2009 | 11:46 PM
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guess I'm gonna have to go out in the morning and take photos of my procomp II lift showing the shocks DON'T hit the lift brackets.
you could look at this photo (note no scratches in the paint on the shock after a year of use):
and see it... but I'll get photos when the light is better.
you could look at this photo (note no scratches in the paint on the shock after a year of use):
and see it... but I'll get photos when the light is better.
Last edited by abecedarian; Jan 8, 2009 at 11:49 PM.
Jan 9, 2009 | 01:54 PM
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It is possible that my lift bracket may vary from yours. The shocks only hit at full extension. Like I said, after the main alignment to true the suspension up after the lift there was a HUGE gap between the shock and the brace. Also, I've relaxed my torsion bars to where they're suppose to be. It is wierd that yours didn't have that INITIAL problem.
Now if I could only decide on a winch bumper...where's ScottyC at...!
Now if I could only decide on a winch bumper...where's ScottyC at...!
Jan 9, 2009 | 05:32 PM
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It is possible that my lift bracket may vary from yours. The shocks only hit at full extension. Like I said, after the main alignment to true the suspension up after the lift there was a HUGE gap between the shock and the brace. Also, I've relaxed my torsion bars to where they're suppose to be. It is wierd that yours didn't have that INITIAL problem.
Now if I could only decide on a winch bumper...where's ScottyC at...!
Now if I could only decide on a winch bumper...where's ScottyC at...!
I doubt your lift kit varies much from mine, but looking at the pics, your shocks may be a larger diameter body than mine.
Jan 9, 2009 | 09:52 PM
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i want to know how Pro Comp Lift Kit for 79-85 Toyota Pickup/4Runner 4x4
Stage 1 achieves a lift of 4" while maintaining stock ride and wheel travel along with factory steering geometry and CV axle angle.
Comes with ES Series Shocks
Stage 1 achieves a lift of 4" while maintaining stock ride and wheel travel along with factory steering geometry and CV axle angle.
Comes with ES Series Shocks
Jan 10, 2009 | 08:26 AM
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guess I'm gonna have to go out in the morning and take photos of my procomp II lift showing the shocks DON'T hit the lift brackets.
you could look at this photo (note no scratches in the paint on the shock after a year of use):
and see it... but I'll get photos when the light is better.
you could look at this photo (note no scratches in the paint on the shock after a year of use):
and see it... but I'll get photos when the light is better.
Sep 5, 2012 | 12:54 PM
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Old thread but I could use some advise. I am in the middle of installing the stage 2 kit on my 91 SR5 x-cab. I have the front completely on except for the strut bars. The holes in the bracket that mount to the frame dont line up. Well one of the two holes does on the drivers side. I cant get either bolt in on the passenger side.
Its as if the bar is too long. I think I will have to modify the bar. I was curious if anyone else has experienced this before...
Its as if the bar is too long. I think I will have to modify the bar. I was curious if anyone else has experienced this before...
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