GPS is very handy for this, or go buy a GPS speedometer from a boat ($$$) !

 

You almost had me doubting myself, then I went and looked under the hood again... I'm not going to use any spacer for the steering, or alter the shift linkage in any way. I put the shifter in each position and noted its movement, and I think you have it backwards... if the body pulled up on the linkage it would be like jamming it further into park. This isn't going to be a problem though, because the opening in the firewall is large enough to allow the body to move up an inch without contacting the linkage (I may have to trim the firewall ever so slightly). I'm gonna do everything in my power to install it saturday or sunday.

 

Got an early start yesterday, took off the front bumper, easily pulled all the bolts on the passenger side (presoaking with PB Blaster works awesome), and realized that the hardware I bought ain't gonna cut it. I was using a link for a 4runner BL and they have very different bolts than a pickup. I could have gone and found all the stuff I needed but then I'd have to get the tabs welded for the bed bolts so I just ordered the 1" hardware from 4crawler. I'll continue when I get the correct hardware. Not giving up, just a temporary set back.

spent lots of time looking at steering/tranny linkage and I see what you are saying Abe, but I'm going to try it anyway I think I can make it work without messing with my shifter. How far along did you get trying to BL yours ?

PS- camping next weekend, that may set me back too. High temps are back (108+ degrees) so no wrenching after work. I only have fridays saturdays, and sundays "free".

 

any updates or pics? would love to see what you've done with your rig.

 

https://www.yotatech.com/forums/f116.../#post51170657

I did it. A 1" body lift is possible on a column shift automatic.

 

need to take the downey links off

 

ooops. just found this:

Downey Off Road Mfg. ceased operation on July 31, 2009.
There are ongoing negotiations with six different well known companies who are interested in continuing major portions of the Downey product line. You will no doubt find Downey products at one or more of those companies in the near future. We thank your for being a part of our 39 year history.

Jim Sickles, President
Downey Off Road Mfg.

I guess downey is gone.

 

That sucks about Downey, I was gonna buy some T bars from them.

 

I love this thread...! Very useful information...

 

OMF is looking for guinea pigs

http://obsessedmotorsports.com/Toyot...wd_BJ_Sus.html

 

I really should be doing homework...

this is a pretty dumb question, but i'm hoping someone can explain to me the difference between these:

http://www.dezertrangers.com/vb/show...t=lift+spindle

and these:

http://obsessedmotorsports.com/Toyot...d_spindle.html

 

the first link, the spindles are custom fabbed and will require you to run a set of uniball upper and lower control arms like the total chaos uniball setup. these will not bolt onto the stock control arms or balljoints and you will also have to run a heim joint steering setup.

the second link is the OMF spindles and they will bolt right on to the stock toyota control arms and balljoints and will also accept the stock steering rod ends.

 

im looking for a set of lift springs for 87 toy 2 wheel drive but im not wanting a long travel or a lot of lift or something that requires welding new hangers..etc..just a 2-3 inch lift that will bolt on...any thoughts??

 

man people dog on me cuz i have i 2 wheel drive but looks whose pulling them out when they get stuck

 

Wow man great advice thnx but can I see pics of ur truck

 

i have a 4in body lift that i desperately need to get rid of. i wanna get some good off road shocks to have fun in. At least a 2in lift, any suggestions. i was thinking about thsi with the pro comp shocks and diff drop. http://4x4.fatbobsgarage.com/toyota-...4wd-p4000.aspx

 

So Fabtech doesn't make a direct kit, but they have components that can be used as a kit. AndysAutoSport features it here:
http://www.andysautosport.com/toyota...c00000512.html

My question is for the FTS200, the aal, how does adding a leaf lift a RWD? All the RWD Toy's I've seen are Spring Under Axle in the back. Wouldn't adding a leaf lower it?
Thanks in advance.

 

An AAL gives the original spring more arch from less compression at normal load. Doesn't matter which side of the axle it's on.

Incidentally, factory PreRunners are build on a 4x4 chassis so they have leaves over the axle, BUT THEY DON'T COUNT.

 

What are people using for front shocks after a lift. I cant find anything other than cheap autozone shocks for a 92 2wd pickup. I know t100 shocks will fit on the rear but any ideas on interchangeable shocks for the front?

 

Same question here. I did the 1.5 ball joint , reindexed the t bars on the front and got a nice lift . Out back I used the add a leaf. I am currently using air shocks in back to add load capacity for motorcycles. My issue is the front is very bouncy. On big hits its almost a pogo stick. I have regular Monroe gas shocks . I do not have enough rebound dampening. I have not been able to find non gas charged shocks. What can I use up front to increase rebound dampening with out breaking the bank?