I would like a 3" lift in front, 2" in back

EFJJ · 05-10-2008, 10:17 PM

I have a 2007 FJCruiser TRD Edition. It came fairly well equipped but I would like a little lift. Ideally I would like about a 3" in the front and 2" in the back. If I have to do 3" and 3" I would. And I don't want to change my shocks if possible because I think I paid for good equipment already as part of the TRD package.

Does anyone have a recommendation or comments? I just started looking into this today. Hopefully it is something I can do myself as well.

Thanks!

awilson529 · 05-10-2008, 10:55 PM

I just ordered the Toytec adjustable coilovers for the front and rear Toytec customs for the rear.

3" front, 2.5" back.

Was about $860. And yes, you can use the TRD shocks in the rear. You won't need them in the front due to the coil overs.

If you want to go cheaper, go with the OME

ATXFJ · 05-12-2008, 11:33 AM

I'm installing OME coils from TOYTEC and keeping my Bilsteins.

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dzolo · 05-12-2008, 12:43 PM

I too have the Toytec and I am very pleased.

Wiz-of-Awd · 05-12-2008, 12:52 PM

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EFJJ previously said:

I have a 2007 FJCruiser TRD Edition. It came fairly well equipped but I would like a little lift. Ideally I would like about a 3" in the front and 2" in the back. If I have to do 3" and 3" I would. And I don't want to change my shocks if possible because I think I paid for good equipment already as part of the TRD package.

Does anyone have a recommendation or comments? I just started looking into this today. Hopefully it is something I can do myself as well.

Thanks!

EFJJ,

Most FJ suspension kits seem to be at the 3" level in front, and about 2" in the rear. This helps to preserve the factory "stance" of the vehicle. This assumes of course going with new/complete coilovers in front and new springs in the rear (you can easily still uses your factory rear shocks).

While you are right about good equipment coming with your TRD, yes - but the custom Bilsteins are not at the level of performance that a good lift coilover is, and running spacers to keep the original equipment in my opinion is only doing things half-way at best.

A.W.D.

dzolo · 05-12-2008, 01:10 PM

I was under the impression that the reasoning behind the 3" in the front and 2" in the rear was to remove the factory rake thus bringing the vehicle to a level stance. At least that is what it did for my rig.

ATXFJ · 05-13-2008, 08:44 AM

Quote:

dzolo previously said:

I was under the impression that the reasoning behind the 3" in the front and 2" in the rear was to remove the factory rake thus bringing the vehicle to a level stance. At least that is what it did for my rig.

correct

EFJJ · 05-14-2008, 05:46 PM

Mine as well. That is what I was trying to accomplish. Level it out.

My 21 year old son said he won't drive it if it isn't level.

EFJJ · 05-14-2008, 05:51 PM

That sounds reasonable. So what then exactly is your recommendation (i.e. parts, kit, manufacturer)? I am hoping a 3" in the front and 2" in the back will level me out and get a lift at the same time.

Thanks again.

Kramer · 05-14-2008, 07:19 PM

3" front 2" rear should level things out nicely. Look at the ToyTec 3" lift packages.

Also, the front shocks will work just fine, but the rears will be too short. They'll top out at the drop of a hat. So plan on springing for a set of extended rear shocks too. Been there/done that.

Good luck and send us a picture.