i was searching the local craigslist...and i found a 3in lift for 79-83 yota 4x4's...all it comes with is the front and rear leaf springs...and the front and rear shocks...no u bolts or anything else....it has the bushings in the springs...what else would i need to put this onto my yota???could i use my stock u-bolts..or would i need to get new ones/longer ones...thanks for any info...the guy wants $250 for it...and since its new springs all around..the lift kit new was well over $500..

 

what kind of springs and shocks are they? and yes you will need new ubolts.

 

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yep, the $500 price almost sounds like a sales tactic to me, but could be a great deal. Do you have a link to the craigslist ad?

 

not sure of the brand...the guy hasnt emailed me back about that question yet...( i just sent the email a little bit ago)...the $500 part is what I said...not what he said....i looked at new lift kits (pro comp/rancho/skyjacker..people like that) and all lifts with replacement rear springs...are over $500...so thats where that number came from...Where could i get new U-bolts at...and what else do i need?..thanks

 

I got ubolts at autozone for $15 for 4 so $30 for all 8

 

Gotcha, sounds like you are doing your research.

the price 4x4yota found for u bolts is a good deal.

a good quality steering stablizer (I need to find one for my high steer) is something to consider too...

 

yep...i dont want to be screwed over on this deal....with just the leaf springs and shocks...do yall think its worth $250...heres a link http://tulsa.craigslist.org/pts/616269819.html
Thanks for the input!

 

provided the springs aren't "sprung" $250 sounds like a pretty good deal. Yellow polyurethane bushings, could be superlift, yellow was kinda there thing for awhile. Could be wrong though.

 

he said its NWOR...think its worth the $250 still..im not familiar with NWOR..or their prices..or quality...thanks for the info!..

 

Its always worth tryin to talk him down. That stuff doesnt look new either so make sure there is still a center pin in all of the springs and that there not bent but either way thats cheaper than buying a new kit! And that is a good deal on ubolts.

 

the price for u bolts was for square u-bolts not u-bolt flip

 

With 3" of lift, you might also want to consider extended brake lines. My stock rubber lines were pretty stretched at 3" of lift, I wouldn't recommend going offroad or anywhere that your suspension will flex much or you may bust a line.

 

yep-u bolt flips are more like $50'ish a set and would require High steer..



Here is a picture of the NWOR springs that my brother in law gave me. He only ran them on his truck for a week or so and found that they were very stiff for what he wanted to do. I ended up get a set of Trail Gear rear springs...

From their website, it looks like their 3.5" HD kit (if the kit is not that old): http://www.northwestoffroad.com/part...on3_6lift.html they don't list prices for some reason...

If you are set on it I would try offering him $200 or so to start...

if you are interested in a dropped draglink, send me a pm. I only used mine for a short time (2-3 months) . With high steer, I don't need it.

 

Brand new Rough Country 3" lift for $275 on e-bay. Not a Allpro lift, but if your just getting it in the air I think it's a great price.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/79-85...QQcmdZViewItem

 

those look like skyjacker shocks, too. cut the rubber boots off and make sure the chrome isn't destroyed on the sliders. i know mine was :/

 

The guy that has that lift is Greg. I think he ran them on a 4runner for a while. Can't remember. I just picked up a set of Downeys from him and I love the way they flex.
Ken, If you want you can have my old lift springs from the rear of my truck. They ride like crap because they are aal but they are free. Then put your rears in the front. If you want them have your dad call me to pick them up. Oh and sorry about the d.s. Cliff

 

hey man, i would defiantely get new brake lines. i got my set which came with front 2 lines and rear line for 80 bucks. they are 12 inches and are pro comp steel braided. they will really save you alot of headache when you are 30 miles from home and bust a line.