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a little lift #805607 04/16/07 07:16 AM
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Hello again, Now that I have passed smog with my 1989 Toyota 4runner (first generation ) I would like some advice on a small lift kit for my 4 runner. My Toyota 4Runner has the v6 and I am running 31" BFG tires that are brand new . I would like to raise the truck a little but not so much that the 31" tires look too small, any suggestions ?

Re: a little lift [Re: rollin] #805608 04/16/07 10:04 AM
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This is just for looks? Or performance? Are you concerned about ride quality? How much lift? 1" 2" 3"?


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98 Sienna, kid and dog hauler, wife's ride
Re: a little lift [Re: Adam F] #805609 04/16/07 01:16 PM
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I have to admit it's just for looks.I am thinking anywhere from 1 - 3" . The ride quality is not that important.

Re: a little lift [Re: rollin] #805610 04/16/07 09:15 PM
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Cheapest and easiest way would be to simply crank your torsion bars up for 1 or 2" of front lift, and get some 2" or 3" longer than stock shackles for the rear. (for every inch over stock shackle length gets you half an inch of lift)

It will ride a little rougher in the front though. Some better shocks will help out. Try it and see how you like the front end with the t-bars cranked. If you don't like it, your not out any money. There are other options available.


88 4R, 350 V8, R150 5 speed Sold <...uot; />
97 4R, stock, daily driver
98 Sienna, kid and dog hauler, wife's ride
Re: a little lift [Re: Adam F] #805611 04/17/07 01:03 AM
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Will this hurt my my front cv joints ? Also what size blocks do I need for the rear and where can I get them?

Thank You for responding

Re: a little lift [Re: Adam F] #805612 04/17/07 03:33 AM
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rollin Offline OP
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In sorry You said shackles where can I buy some (I am sorry that I miss read what you said)

Re: a little lift [Re: rollin] #805613 04/17/07 09:54 AM
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1 or 2 inches shouldn't be too extreme.

For shackles, first place I'd go is to Roger (4Crawler here on the board)

http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/Shackles.shtml


88 4R, 350 V8, R150 5 speed Sold <...uot; />
97 4R, stock, daily driver
98 Sienna, kid and dog hauler, wife's ride
Re: a little lift [Re: Adam F] #805614 04/17/07 01:14 PM
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Sounds good , Thank you so very much. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/patriot.gif" alt="" />

Re: a little lift [Re: rollin] #805615 04/17/07 08:09 PM
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Anytime <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />


88 4R, 350 V8, R150 5 speed Sold <...uot; />
97 4R, stock, daily driver
98 Sienna, kid and dog hauler, wife's ride

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