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Stiff ride questions after lift install.

Discussion in 'General 4Runner Talk' started by UpperTrailhead_44, May 6, 2019.

  1. May 6, 2019 at 6:52 PM
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    UpperTrailhead_44

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    3inch Toy Tec Boss Lift, Prinsu 3/4 rack.
    Hey guys -

    New here. Have 2019 offroad and just got a lift installed and was curious of other experiences.
    I am aware that any lift is going to stiffen the ride a bit, etc. I have driven trucks and jeeps in the past.
    However, just tough finding good feedback on people's experience on how the lift affected their ride specifically. I found it to be very noticeable, but not terrible, if that makes sense. Was just a tad bit disappointing after the stock ride was soooo smooth and quiet compared to what I have been driving the last several years.

    What I put on:
    Toytec 3 inch boss lift and new UPA's. Rose to level (which I may change to get 1/2 inch rake later), so about 3 inches in front and 2 in back. 275/70/17.

    1- Do the front coilovers "settle"much to make it smoother? And if so, how long to occur?

    2- If I were to crank down the front to get a rake, does that smoothen up the coilovers/ride? Has anyone ever noticed that?

    I appreciate the feedback
     
  2. May 6, 2019 at 6:57 PM
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    Allaboutfamily

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    My new 3” old man Emu made my ride better in my opinion. But the guys at toytec told me it was also a much better ride than the 3” boss lift I was also considering.
     
  3. May 7, 2019 at 9:16 AM
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    nimby

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    Do you happen to know what spring rate was installed in the front? Did they also install lift springs in the back or did they use spacers?
     
  4. May 7, 2019 at 9:59 AM
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    UpperTrailhead_44

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    I didn't get the spring rate, but thanks for bringing it up as I will call them and ask.
    Yes, new springs in the back to go along with the new shocks.
     
  5. May 7, 2019 at 4:06 PM
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    nimby

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    Let us know what they say on the spring rate.

    My initial thought is that the spring rate is too high. Have you added things like an aftermarket bumper, winch, spare tire carrier, or anything like that? I see you have a Prinsu 3/4 rack. That won't add enough weight to justify a heavier spring rate.

    Did they ask you if you planned on adding more weight in the future?
     

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