What you’re gonna wanna do here when you get the strut pulled out: 1. Throw it and the spacer in the garbage 2. Get a real suspension lift so you actually improve your vehicle.
Even if you do a spacer lift, you also have to drop the bump stops down the same increment otherwise, the shock will bottom out before hitting the bump stop and break. Then you will have to buy everything again and start over from square one. Buy once, cry once.
I noticed after installing my strut spacers my steering column developed a shake and a rattle over bumps I loosened the center collar of the half shaft and wiggled it tighter again but I think I need to get those other spacers
The 2WD uses the same strut spacers, but the installation procedure may be slightly different than the 4WD as the 2WD model will not have drivetrain components in the front to potentially disconnect or work around.
Hi,,i just wanted to know if there will be any major issue if i dont install the front diff spacer that comes with the lift installation kit...will it throw it off balance or affect its looks . I watched a video online for a 2.5inch lift kit and the installer didn't fix the front diff spacer like you did and it seemed quite leveled..i would appreciate your opinion on that thanks.
A differential drop kit won't affect the amount of lift of the overall look of the truck. What it does is lower the front differential, in relation to the chassis, to help correct the angles of the CV axles associated with the lift. In basic terms, the differential drop will prevent vibrations and premature wear in the CV joints. You can get away without it on 2.5" lifts but when we go 3" and up, we like to install them as a precaution. They're relatively inexpensive and fairly easy to install so it's like cheap insurance for your front axles!
@@SupremesuspensionsLiftKits oh wow this is great information,,I'm really grateful for this sir... I've got a 2.5inch lift kit and I'll go ahead and install it in my 06 4runner probably today. Thanks i appreciate 👍🙏
Destroyer Series I ended up going with a 2inch spacer on my 2007 sr5 2wd looks pretty level no sag in the rear and just went with some 265/65/17 Toyota A/T 3 rides great also didn’t need an alignment and camber isn’t off either took me about 5.5 hours with some help
Sway bar relocator-supremesuspensions.com/collections/toyota/products/2003-2014-4runner-sway-bar-relocator-brackets-2wd-4wd?variant=21394127454288 Diff drop (03-20 4Runner, but same part as this Taco diff drop.) supremesuspensions.com/products/2005-2018-toyota-tacoma-differential-drop-kit-4wd-4x4?_pos=2&_sid=3f001f13f&_ss=r&variant=21394092982352
Recently bought a 2012 T4R LTD with 50k miles on it, which was lifted 2" few miles ago. VSC kicks in when turning at relatively low speed. So I've read all the threads on this problem and finally took it to the dealer for a zero point calibration. Actually I did it twice but VSC kicking in problem persists. One of the technicians suggested dropping the sway bar with one of those kits available in the market. Do you think this can solve the problem? Or should I just live with it? Any other ideas? Thanks!
Hello Roberto, I've never heard of this being an issue, so I had to ask around. We haven't experienced this issue, but there does seem to be a few things that have a tendency to cause this issue, even after the ZPC. I've even heard that a cat could cause the issue, although how that would be a cause I can't gather. Here is a good writeup on issues and solutions concerning the VSC kicking in. www.toyota-4runner.org/problems-and-warranty-issues/32818-one-cause-fix-vsc-trac-vsc-off-lights-zero-point-calibration.html I hope it helps you solve the issue you are encountering, if not, please feel free to contact us again.
Ive been trying to do this for a couple hour the lower arm never went down, i cant losen the cam bolt. I got pissed and wanted to just put everything back up without installing the spacer and now i cant align the strut lower bolt since the lower arm wont move 😵
jaysplace01 my question now is,and this is coming from a person who toes his boat. Will this now lead me to swaying big time and lose traction in the front. Cause isn't the entire point of having the rear higher. So when I tow and it begins to squat in the rear, it will become leveled with the front end? So in my case. If I lift 3" in front should I life at least 2" in rear
Simply to keep the CV's in proper suspension geometry when using a lift. While some people can get away without them (if you're doing driving paved roads, not seeing any dirt/gravel, etc) if you're planning on doing any sort of offroading, its highly recommended to be used to prevent pre-mature wear of your CV's and the CV boots. Diff drops are inexpensive and fairly easy to do and will extend the life of your CV's when flexing your suspension.
i have a 2006 4runner sr5 v8 2wd. i tried installing two inch spacers and i got the 3 bolts on top of the shock but couldn't loosen the big one in the middle. Is taking out the whole shock the only way to install the spacers??
Noooo... the middle nut is what is holding the whole strut assembly together. Once that is removed, there will be nothing keeping the spring from popping out. If you are having issues I would recommend taking it a shop that might be able to take care of the job for you.
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Cool video I like how you got straight to the point. Subbed, more fourth GEN four runner videos please!
Awesome, thanks.
I'll pass the request along for more 4Runner vids.
Nice editing
What you’re gonna wanna do here when you get the strut pulled out:
1. Throw it and the spacer in the garbage
2. Get a real suspension lift so you actually improve your vehicle.
Spacer kits work great for small budget lifts who don't plan on upgrading to coil overs or bypass shocks.
Even if you do a spacer lift, you also have to drop the bump stops down the same increment otherwise, the shock will bottom out before hitting the bump stop and break. Then you will have to buy everything again and start over from square one. Buy once, cry once.
I liked the video, it was straight to the point..
So when you do a 3 inch lift you do a 3inch diff drop?
Was that really 3"? I've put a 2" spacer on my '05 V8 and it make it perfectly level. You still look like you've got some forward rake.
Any rubbing and what brand is your kit
I noticed after installing my strut spacers my steering column developed a shake and a rattle over bumps I loosened the center collar of the half shaft and wiggled it tighter again but I think I need to get those other spacers
Doing a lift can easily eacerbate a preexisting issue. If you are feeling a vibration it could be wheel bearings.
is this the same kit and procedure for 2WD models?
The 2WD uses the same strut spacers, but the installation procedure may be slightly different than the 4WD as the 2WD model will not have drivetrain components in the front to potentially disconnect or work around.
Hi,,i just wanted to know if there will be any major issue if i dont install the front diff spacer that comes with the lift installation kit...will it throw it off balance or affect its looks . I watched a video online for a 2.5inch lift kit and the installer didn't fix the front diff spacer like you did and it seemed quite leveled..i would appreciate your opinion on that thanks.
A differential drop kit won't affect the amount of lift of the overall look of the truck. What it does is lower the front differential, in relation to the chassis, to help correct the angles of the CV axles associated with the lift.
In basic terms, the differential drop will prevent vibrations and premature wear in the CV joints. You can get away without it on 2.5" lifts but when we go 3" and up, we like to install them as a precaution. They're relatively inexpensive and fairly easy to install so it's like cheap insurance for your front axles!
@@SupremesuspensionsLiftKits oh wow this is great information,,I'm really grateful for this sir... I've got a 2.5inch lift kit and I'll go ahead and install it in my 06 4runner probably today. Thanks i appreciate 👍🙏
@@SupremesuspensionsLiftKits so at 3inches does the 4runner need a upper or lower arm replacment?
@@vadimnesen8060 I wish he answered this question also
can this be done on 03 4runner sport w/XREAS SUSPENSION without doing an E-REAS SUSPENSION delete?
This kit should work without deleting the front, however our kits are not compatible on the rear with that style shock.
@@SupremesuspensionsLiftKits OK THANKS FOR THE INFO
Was there any rear lift?
Nic Anderson no there is not
I’m ordering the leveling kit this week!
Destroyer Series which daystar kit did you get
Destroyer Series did you have any issues after the install like any rubbing or upper control arm upgrades
No just a little bit of squat
3 inch Front strut spacers
Destroyer Series I ended up going with a 2inch spacer on my 2007 sr5 2wd looks pretty level no sag in the rear and just went with some 265/65/17 Toyota A/T 3 rides great also didn’t need an alignment and camber isn’t off either took me about 5.5 hours with some help
Dang I feel like I did half the job I only installed the strut mount spacers where can I find the swaybar and diff spacer kits?
Sway bar relocator-supremesuspensions.com/collections/toyota/products/2003-2014-4runner-sway-bar-relocator-brackets-2wd-4wd?variant=21394127454288
Diff drop (03-20 4Runner, but same part as this Taco diff drop.) supremesuspensions.com/products/2005-2018-toyota-tacoma-differential-drop-kit-4wd-4x4?_pos=2&_sid=3f001f13f&_ss=r&variant=21394092982352
Recently bought a 2012 T4R LTD with 50k miles on it, which was lifted 2" few miles ago. VSC kicks in when turning at relatively low speed. So I've read all the threads on this problem and finally took it to the dealer for a zero point calibration. Actually I did it twice but VSC kicking in problem persists.
One of the technicians suggested dropping the sway bar with one of those kits available in the market. Do you think this can solve the problem? Or should I just live with it? Any other ideas? Thanks!
Hello Roberto,
I've never heard of this being an issue, so I had to ask around.
We haven't experienced this issue, but there does seem to be a few things that have a tendency to cause this issue, even after the ZPC. I've even heard that a cat could cause the issue, although how that would be a cause I can't gather.
Here is a good writeup on issues and solutions concerning the VSC kicking in.
www.toyota-4runner.org/problems-and-warranty-issues/32818-one-cause-fix-vsc-trac-vsc-off-lights-zero-point-calibration.html
I hope it helps you solve the issue you are encountering, if not, please feel free to contact us again.
@@SupremesuspensionsLiftKits thanks very much 👍🏻
Not a problem.
Have a good one.
Ive been trying to do this for a couple hour the lower arm never went down, i cant losen the cam bolt. I got pissed and wanted to just put everything back up without installing the spacer and now i cant align the strut lower bolt since the lower arm wont move 😵
Putting in my spacers took 6 hours for the front, and 45 mins for the rear😂
Was the rear already lifted? It looks pretty leveled out at the end
Tee no it already comes like that stock
Nerffan HD so the 4runner basically comes with a 3 inch lift in the back stock?
Most suvs/ trucks come stock with the rear end sitting a couple inches higher than the front.
azora yea it’s about 2.5 ins higher I just leveled out my 2005 SR5 a couple weeks ago with just $40 spacers from daystar
jaysplace01 my question now is,and this is coming from a person who toes his boat. Will this now lead me to swaying big time and lose traction in the front. Cause isn't the entire point of having the rear higher. So when I tow and it begins to squat in the rear, it will become leveled with the front end? So in my case. If I lift 3" in front should I life at least 2" in rear
What is the purpose of the diff drop? Thanks
Simply to keep the CV's in proper suspension geometry when using a lift.
While some people can get away without them (if you're doing driving paved roads, not seeing any dirt/gravel, etc) if you're planning on doing any sort of offroading, its highly recommended to be used to prevent pre-mature wear of your CV's and the CV boots.
Diff drops are inexpensive and fairly easy to do and will extend the life of your CV's when flexing your suspension.
hi
i want to know brand of shok spacer that you use ???
What brand of suspensions lift spacers do we use?
Why, our Supreme Suspensions lift spacers.
I bet that steering wheel angle is off on that test drive! Maybe an alignment next?
We always go straight to the alignment shop after an install!
i have a 2006 4runner sr5 v8 2wd. i tried installing two inch spacers and i got the 3 bolts on top of the shock but couldn't loosen the big one in the middle. Is taking out the whole shock the only way to install the spacers??
Noooo... the middle nut is what is holding the whole strut assembly together. Once that is removed, there will be nothing keeping the spring from popping out. If you are having issues I would recommend taking it a shop that might be able to take care of the job for you.
DO NOT LOOSEN THAT NUT!!! You can seriously harm yourself.
OMG... I'm a year late but I hope you didn't loosen it...damn man
This is not a lift. Ditch the garbage spacers and get a real lift. You are going to be bouncing all around at the mall or soccer tournament.
Oh it isn't? We and our many satisfied customers seem to think otherwise, but hey, we're not for everyone.
Hi where is your location please send for my thank you