Fellas,

Any suggestions on suspension lifts that provide you with 6 inches of lift or so for a 99' 4Runner?

I heard something about Racerunner shocks? Any other suggestions or info on these shocks?

 

ihave never heard of any lift that big for a 4r. Is this a 2wd vehicle that is getting 6"-7"s. If not the CVs (OUCH)

 

It's a 2wd

 

The 4Runner is already lifted, I'd like about another 2 or 3 inches of lift. Any huge reasons why I shouldn't add a 3 inch body lift?

 

3 inch body lift (use hockey pucks), and added on a 3" suspension lift good luck

 

So, I take that as a no? I've heard good and bad things about body lifts. I'd really appreciate your serious suggestions though!

 

I believe ravencr recently put a 3" Roger Brown BL on his 3rd gen.

 

There's absolutely nothing wrong with doing a 3" body lift, and it's as easy to do as a 1" body lift. You can check my site for an update on the differences between a 1" and a 3" body lift here: http:www.toyota-4runners.com/body-lift.html

Chris

 

why do you need such a large amount of lift? you've already stated that you already have it lifted, so im assuming that you are looking to put larger tires on, or your looking for added room for extended travel?

 

6" inch lift for a 2WD?

Trend?

 

Nothing wrong with that. 3" body on a 4" susp lift here.

 

What lift are you currently running? There are alternatives to lifting your rig more without the body lift or in addition to the body lift. But keep in mind the taller you go the easier it may be to tip over. I assume you stick to the dunes more than rock crawling?

 

Don't bag on the guy for wanting his truck too look good. It's not hurting you is it?

There is nothing wrong with a 3" body lift if you aren't taking your truck into the desert at high speeds etc. I wouldn't put one on my truck but for what I think you want to do, it's the easiest/cheapest way to accomplish it.

 

I concur (sp?) Then damn big tough doctor words are hard to spell but fun to use.

 

i don't see anyone bagging on him for what he's thinking.

im more intrested in his reason why such a large lift if he's predominetly running in the sand. why not trim the fenders, or look into fiberglass fenders. something to consider to keep the COG low.

 

Can't you get one of these procomp or similar lifts for 99 runners as well now? it drops the whole front assembly, which takes CV angles out of the equation. DOnt know if it is 6 or 7, but will be more than the standard 3 or so for normal suspension lifts.

check out TTORA, to see what guys have done there. lots of feedback on racerunner, dr, etc coil-overs, but that alone wont give you the desired lift.

 

I didnt bag on him .... I told him the truth .. with just a little bit of humor

 

for example...

So, calling someone trendy is a compliment now?

 

I disagree with that statement. The stress on the body mounts and the bolts attach them is huge with a 3" lift. This is an issue to consider with any body lift, but the higher it is, the more dangerous it is. Bodies have been known to slide right off the frame in the case of a head on accident.

A 3" body lift can also look very tacky if it's not done right. The bumpers have to move up, other issues arise like moving the radiator, length of wires, steering column, shifter linkages, etc. The space between the frame and the body can also look very tacky if you don't cover the gaps nicely.

 

I don't disagree that there is more stress on the body mount bolts, but I'm using Roger's grade 8 bolts, so it's probably equivalent to the grade 6 stuff at 1 inch, but even if they aren't, how often do you get in an accident?

As far as the bumpers moving up, it's as simple as a 1" body lift. The front one comes with the same kit to move the front one up, but it's two inches taller, instead. And the rear bumper is attached to the body. If you don't do a drivetrain lift, then moving the radiator up is needed. As far as the gaps, you can easily cover them up and it will look as good as stock.

Chris