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Oct 26, 2005 | 09:28 AM

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I put on some OME front and rear springs and a set of Bilstein shocks to get added height and a slightly stiffer suspension on my '02 4Runner. I'm very happy with the ride quality and the couple of inches that I got from the upgrade. The set cost me roughly $600 from Wheelers Off-Road. These guys were very helpful when I was trying to figure out what to go with. They really know their products and are able to help you find what you're looking for. I was going to go with the Rev-Tek setup until I really started looking into it. I'd definately make sure to talk with them. Keep in mind that everyone is looking for something different when buying new suspension (ride height, comfort, etc.). Make sure you know how you'd like your truck to perform before you buy the lift, then go talk to these guys.

Oct 26, 2005 | 08:30 PM

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wow. I used the OME 881s with the HD bilsteins and the ride was extremely harsh. Glad that yours turned out bettter!

Oct 27, 2005 | 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by ebelen1

To answer your original question, the Revtek lift is all you need to get 3" of lift. It even has the drop brackets. If you have a '99, your stock shocks are probably dead and it would be a good time to replace them, but not necessary. Having said this, if cost is important, a spacer lift or body lift would be the most affordable.

If you want to do things once and right the first time, the bamachem thread noted above is the way to go. I wish I followed the advice but was new to trucks and went with the Revtek lift and Bilsteins. I like the ride but it is a bit stiff. To compensate, I got Addco sway bars, which have made a world of difference on the highways and street turns.

If you have any other questions, let me know as I have a '99 and a Revtek lift.

have you had some any problems with the kit and is it worth it i dont have much money so thats why i wanna go with the revtech. you said if i wanna do things once and right does that mean that the revtech will wear out or break

Oct 27, 2005 | 11:39 AM

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isnt the revtek kit spacers? sorry for my ignorance as I am unaware of what thier lifts consist of. IF it is a spacer, you are preloading the coils which would in turn stiffen the ride. To get a ride as close to stock as possible, go with the PP springs and bilsteins or for more lift, go with the tundra set up. Maybe other people will chime in about the preloading. Where in Leesburg are you? If youd like, you can ride around in my junk and see the difference. we could meet at tysons or something. I should be up there next weekend (nov 4-6)

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Oct 27, 2005 | 09:42 PM

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No, I have had no problems with the kit. Like you, I wanted something economical that would give me some extra height.

The only reason I stated "do things once and right" is because I do notice some "float" with the stock springs and spacers. I'm used to a stiffer car-ride suspension and thought progressive springs would make the truck handle better, as I spend all my time on-road vs. off. Otherwise, they work great.

Nov 2, 2005 | 06:53 PM

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i might have to do that. ill see whats going on this weekend and ill let you know

Nov 2, 2005 | 06:56 PM

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i might have to do that. ill see whats going on this weekend and ill let you know

sounds good!

Nov 2, 2005 | 09:03 PM

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Wait, that's not true. I ran a 285/75/16 MT/R on my stock 16x7's.

..I guess I should mention that depending on the tire you run, they might rub some on the upper control arms. But the tire itself fits nice and snug on the 16x7 wheels.

I dont mean to hijack but, how are your mt/r's wearing with the 16x7 rim?
I have 16x7 steel tundra wheels right now with 255/70-16 Dayton Timberline AT's (great tire for the budget minded FYI) and when they wear out I would like to go to a 33" equivalent. (285/75-16) I've heard that if I go this route my treadlife will be significantly reduced, but the chances of the tire coming off the rim will be less than if i was running a wider rim when aired down. Just wondering.

Thanks :beer: