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Please help me!!

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by Atomic Punk 70, Jun 1, 2020.

  1. Jun 1, 2020 at 3:38 PM
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    Atomic Punk 70

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    Has anyone out there put a 2.5in spacer lift on their 2001 Toyota 4Runner SR5 4wd!!!??? If so were you able to to use the stock shock absorber??? I got answers going both ways, so I still have no clue which way to go!! There's a huge price difference between the two and I don't want to spend the extra money if I don't have to!!! Either way, I will get whatever I need to, I just need to know for sure which way to go!!!
    Thanks for helping!!
     
  2. Jun 17, 2020 at 8:38 PM
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    5th gen=stock 3rd gen=FJC coils/5100's, 265/75r16 G003
    Spacers tend to be frowned upon. There are stickies that cover this subject.

    I'm no pro, but I determined if you just want the look, and some off road capabilities then go with adjustable struts up front with factory coil and a combination of a lift coil/compatible shock in the rear.

    I personally would not go with an all spacer lift. If it's a money thing, be patient and search for used lift coils.

    Sorry I couldn't answer your question on needing new shocks with spacers, but I just wanted to provide another route that I think would suit your needs.
     
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  3. Jun 17, 2020 at 8:41 PM
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    Ok thanks !
     
  4. Jun 17, 2020 at 8:46 PM
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    5th gen=stock 3rd gen=FJC coils/5100's, 265/75r16 G003
    I recently picked up a full set of coils from an 07 FJ Cruiser for 100 bucks.

    Then I saved for a bit and got bilstein 5100's. I got a decent lift that will last a long time and kept it under $650 after it was all said and done.

    If you go with spacers, you may be displeased and end up spending more later.

    Just my opinion, but from experience with the FJ lift, I can say I don't feel I'll need to upgrade anytime soon.

    Hopefully, that helps you with your mod path.
     
  5. Jun 18, 2020 at 7:13 AM
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    This is what i would go with, but thats just one option.

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    5th gen=stock 3rd gen=FJC coils/5100's, 265/75r16 G003
    Those are the exact shocks/struts I went with. Then all you need to do is source a set of coils that fit you're needs, and you're good.

    I recommend doing the install yourself, then get your alignment done professionally somewhere.
     
  7. Jun 18, 2020 at 11:02 AM
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    Your stock shocks are designed to function most efficiently at the stock ride height. When you add a spacer, it extends your stock shocks and changes the distance your shock can now travel downward so that it will bottom out much quicker. A spacer is technically fine to use if you accompany it with an extended shock that can handle the lift you add with the spacer.

    The proper way to lift at the lowest cost would be to do what has been said above already. Go with Bilstein 5100's front and back. If you want to save as much money as possible on this lift, use your stock front coil and lift the truck by adjusting the front 5100 to whichever setting you want. Add a rear spacer to your stock rear coil. The 5100's in the rear will work with the spacer lift.
     
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  8. Jun 28, 2020 at 9:27 AM
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    Thanks so much for the information
     
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