Quick question: I just bought an 88 4runner, planning on starting off with a 3 inch body lift (on order) some 33x12.5 on some 10" rims (got those already) but the butt on my 4runner is saggin' I don't want to get new springs because I want to put a 4" lift on next year. Are there any cheep quick fixes? I'm assuming the junk yard will have more of the same; the previus owner proped up the back by putting bolts between the springs (but that's dangerous, right?). Thanks for the help!

 

when I bought it mine had 3in blocks in it, but it rode horrible. I put the downey 2" springs in, just levels it out and they weren't too expensive(the hard part is getting the old ones out). Also I think most guys just use helper springs, very cheap and probably a better route than the blocks. That said, I am open to criticism.

I do still have the blocks if you want them, but you will need to get some U-bolts made(I hade a local shop bend me some new ones).

 

Add-a-leafs.

Supa-cheap.http://www.suspensionconnection.com/...tion/to=r.html

Cheap.http://www.speedyperformanceparts.co...eaf-kit_z.html

Not so cheap.http://downeyoff-road.com/Suspension...s/1986-95.html

An auto parts store will have u-bolts of any shape or size.

 

Lift Blocks, Add A Leafs, or have heard people taking 2nd Gen 4runner rear coils, and mounting them between the leaves, and the frame...

 

I'm about to attempt the 63" Chevy spring swap in the rear of my 88 Runner. Will be a while till I can tell you how it turns out as the motor is out of the truck atm. A friend is rebuilding the block for me at cost, but the only problem is that it is at his leisure.... From what I understand about that swap is it will give you about 4-5 in of lift but increased articulation and an improved ride. I have gotten all the materials, including the springs and will have about $120 invested in it.

 

You wont see that much unless you use all the leaves, and maybe an addaleaf its. usually like 3 or even just level out the sag.