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Old Jan 29, 2006 | 08:55 PM
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Lift Questions

I recently installed an OME medium duty coil springs and shocks on all 4 corners of my 4Runner. They gave me about 1.5 to 1.75" of lift. I then installed an ARB Sahara Bar and Superwinch and lost about 1" on the front end. So, I then decided to add a 1.25" spacer to the front end to level it out a bit as well as make room for 285's. After installing the spacer I am now 1.25 " higher than the rear. How does a spacer that is suppose to give you 1.25" of lift give you 2.5" of lift? I am also getting pretty severe vibrations at 55mph and above. I am assuming that this is driveline vibrations? I also have noticed that the upper control arm is quite a bit lower than before and is within about 1/4" of touching the springs. I would appreciate any input and/or advice.
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Old Jan 29, 2006 | 09:28 PM
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What is the height of the actual spacer??? are you sure you got the right one???
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Old Jan 29, 2006 | 09:54 PM
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It is a little hard to measure now that it is in place but they appear to be about 1" thick or less. Also, I just noticed that my upper CV boots on both sides appear to be puking.
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Old Jan 30, 2006 | 02:50 AM
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you have way too much weight for the medium setup up front. You should have gone with the HD. What spacer do you have on there? Do you have a diff drop?
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Old Jan 30, 2006 | 03:54 AM
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The natives speak of a legend, who goes by the name of "diff drop"
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Old Jan 30, 2006 | 09:34 AM
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Old Jan 30, 2006 | 11:07 AM
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I realized that I could have (Should have) gone with the HD after installing the bumper and winch. Although, I have taken some pretty good bumps with it and it rides nicely. I bought a 1.25" lift spacer from Wheelers Off-Road (Daystar I believe). I have not yet installed a diff. drop. I am ordering it today. In the mean time I am avoiding driving it on the freeway.
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Old Jan 30, 2006 | 06:30 PM
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Check your e-mail. I sent you the paypal thing. Wait until you see this guys truck, he's all setup now.

With what I suggested and the parts from me and other people, you truck will be perfect.

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Old Jan 30, 2006 | 06:39 PM
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Steve saves the day again!
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Old Jan 30, 2006 | 06:52 PM
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Steve, You are the man! I really appreciate your help! Thanks!
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