I wish all install videos were like this. Well done guys...
@westcottdesigns6 ай бұрын
@@studio3686 thank you. We are working on make more and better videos
@bma79786 ай бұрын
@@studio3686 I agree. Can’t think of a video as concise as this.
@EngineerZX5 ай бұрын
You made it look easy, and that shows the amount of experience you have. Great job, guys.
@offshorebear4 ай бұрын
Well done, I love how they have engineered this so that you do not need PPE or a torque wrench.
@dansloss25662 ай бұрын
Super camera and lighting work.
@andrew53736 ай бұрын
Jeff. I need to order one for my personal 2024 cruiser. We install your products weekly at work. For the tundras. Amazing products.
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@andrew5373 thank you!🙏
@andrew53734 ай бұрын
Im currently running 35s before any lift. You think with uour kit i can run 37s?@westcottdesigns
@westcottdesigns4 ай бұрын
@@andrew5373 if your willing to do a lot of trimming and with correct wheel offset.
@BustaGrill5 ай бұрын
Good stuff!! Will be placing my order!
@kensnyder23406 ай бұрын
Excellent tutorial!
@eltea35926 ай бұрын
Great video. Just waiting for my shipment. Very good tutorial thanks.
@westcottdesigns6 ай бұрын
@@eltea3592 thank you🙏
@ttudesperado6 ай бұрын
Nice job on the install and video
@alpinecenter6 ай бұрын
First class instruction video. I'm thinking of bringing my 2024 Land Cruiser to you guys.
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@alpinecenter thank you! We would love that.
@toyotaofclermont5 ай бұрын
Love your videos!
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@toyotaofclermont thank you!🙏
@samuelgatton6 ай бұрын
Can you make one for the gx550 kit next please ? I know they are a bit more involved with the electronics being attached to the shock with its variable drive modes and what not so would be a bit more involved but would be super helpful
@jasontiek55515 ай бұрын
Good news! The process is the same for the GX550 as it is for the Land Cruiser.
@eltea35926 ай бұрын
Hey I’m up here in Toronto Canada. I got my hands on a Traildust First Edition. I have the leveling kit on order. I am getting mixed signals that it will void my warranty. Also with talking to my Toyota service guy. He also mentioned that the laser for the cruise control and lane assist may be effected. Please advise. I want to change the rims and get larger tires.
@johnb-ke9xi12 күн бұрын
just got my shipping notification, I plan to install this myself on my 2025 LC. Can the fronts coil be removed without dropping the LCA? just pop out the tie rod instead? I'm guessing the reason it's done this way was to avoid having to pry down the LCA to fit the coil back on due to the spacer lift. thanks!
@benlei88496 ай бұрын
How does the IFS down travel look like after installing the kit? Do we have a number for the down travel distance after installation?
@jeffwarnerPHOTOcom5 ай бұрын
Crickets...
@8oliverraymond5 ай бұрын
Stock suspension travel is 8". The ride height is right in the middle with 4" of bump and 4" of droop. Increasing the ride height by 2.5" will leave you with 1.5" of droop. This was measured on my 250 LC with premium package.
@jeffwarnerPHOTOcom5 ай бұрын
@@8oliverraymond Which was measured? Stock, or after the puck lift? Or both?
@8oliverraymond5 ай бұрын
@@jeffwarnerPHOTOcom This was measured on my STOCK LC 250. The kit in the video is a spring pre load 2.5" lift kit. This kit doesn't increase suspension stroke, all it does is raise the ride height. So you are left with 6.5" of bump travel and 1.5" of droop travel with this kit.
@huss12052 ай бұрын
No torque specs on these nuts you tightened during re-assembly?
@So_Juanderful5 ай бұрын
Will there be a GX550 video or is it the same install?
@coryten6 ай бұрын
Me patiently waiting for my kit to arrive 🥴
@turbobzeАй бұрын
What size tire was fitted in the end photo?
@dobbingo93133 ай бұрын
Regarding the GX would this lift kit affect the eKDSS feature of that vehicle? My understanding is the presence of the KDSS can make lifts more complex, at least that was the case with the old hydraulic KDSS from the last gen TRD Off Road 4Runner.
@westcottdesigns3 ай бұрын
@@dobbingo9313 we have done a bunch of testing with the system on the GX with and without the lift and have not had any change on how it works. We have also done a hand full of full suspension swaps on the new GX and continues to work the way it was designed.
@deanrun8812 ай бұрын
Great video and very helpful. Question on the rear shock, why loosen the top nut instead of the lower nut? I’ve always removed the lower nut on 120, 150, and 200 series. Anything different on the 250?
@KillaSupraАй бұрын
Yep, i removed lower, wayy easier. Not sure why they suggest doing top. Plus you just risk stripping it by trying to hold it from rotating
@jeffreycormier38643 ай бұрын
Red loctite...bold move Cotton.
@benlei88496 ай бұрын
Nice design! Does torque matter when tightening the bolts on those parts? Such as LCA or the shock mount?
@SpeedyNeo6 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍. A question tho: how do we adjust the speedometer for the new tyre size?
@westcottdesigns6 ай бұрын
@@SpeedyNeo at 70 mph it’s off 1.2 mph slower. No calibration for it as of now.
@homie99895 ай бұрын
Could you let me know what auto spring compressor brand did you use? I would like to get them. Thx.
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@homie9989 here is a link. www.amazon.com/KUNTEC-Heavy-Spring-Compressor-23mm-280mm/dp/B09B3CLW36/ref=mp_s_a_1_33?adgrpid=160601642820&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.woc5YCCbSQ_4i9XPdPMn9HS71CuCb-FmfwugI7uS5uqr-_g14hWLX6RTPSkgFYcq8wAPnIDLIfzVnI7PF2BYN2i3MPBG6xIeR3QP0otg56AjtRmIvlbRXQFevZQ1icftUt-EU8mSO5bh_s-6KIHxsJc-fTpMOY87NZFBJS30AqbSvqMM3lxvsFJBiszxd6LY4i35sjrCkqKf-zIIMCkoQw.EbHKfzM1KKO1zwxTw52796M96QFuviS6ySXf7hFu-BM&dib_tag=se&gad_source=1&hvadid=693160982080&hvdev=m&hvexpln=68&hvlocphy=9029986&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=11513053245907612774--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11513053245907612774&hvtargid=kwd-307394110239&hydadcr=25577_13572338&keywords=coil+spring+compressor+tool&qid=1722583450&sr=8-33
@KillaSupraАй бұрын
On rear, dont remove upper shock nut! Just pull the lower bolt, much much easier!
@BeeCreekPhotographySpicewood5 ай бұрын
Does the lift require an alignment after?
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@BeeCreekPhotographySpicewood any lift or wheel or tires done a vehicle should always have a alignment.
@byronhowell2124Ай бұрын
Could put the bolt torque specs in the description? Theyre tough to track down on a new vehicle
@brandonstapleton7337Ай бұрын
Do you need to do all 4 or can you do a smaller lift on the front only?
@westcottdesignsАй бұрын
@@brandonstapleton7337 it’s really not that big of lift in the front you could only do the front and it would be almost level with the back. We have the back so it has a little rake being a pick up.
@brandonstapleton7337Ай бұрын
@ I thought there was a 1.5” for the front only instead of the 2.5”
@andyp3036 ай бұрын
You guys can use my 24 trd pro taco for a tutorial on the collar lift if those black ones come in on time. Been speaking to Carlo about it
@pengwang83453 ай бұрын
I have a question. I was told that when doing a lifting, the track bar also needed to be upgraded. On 2024 Land Cruisers, does a track bar need not be upgraded?
@fidihafidz5 ай бұрын
Just asking, can I use lift kit for fj cruiser ? Is it same specification for LC250 Prado ?
@dukatista6572 ай бұрын
how's the ride quality, the kit made the spring shorter or compressed a bit
@westcottdesigns2 ай бұрын
@@dukatista657 it rides just fine. It’s more about the tires that are selected for the vehicle. It comes with a P rated tire from the factory and you need to find a C or D load tire not a E load tire.
@dukatista6572 ай бұрын
@ ok with that lift what offset wheel do I need on either 17 or 18 and what's the biggest tire without rubbing or no removing and cutting
@westcottdesigns2 ай бұрын
@ I would do at least a +25 or +35 offset
@americapride5 ай бұрын
Will your shop do the installation. I am from California, but can drive to you. I got 1st edition LC. Thanks in advance
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@americapride for sure! We have people drive in or ship in from all over the country! Would love to be able to help you.
@Marlonaramis6 ай бұрын
Estimate ship time? wanting to order lift
@westcottdesigns6 ай бұрын
@@Marlonaramis we started shipping the LC/GX lifts about 2 weeks ago. We are running 3-4 weeks on current orders.
@Marlonaramis6 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@mujtaballa31056 ай бұрын
The whole rear axle is secured by that one shock bolt??😮
@americapride5 ай бұрын
How does it ride like after this lift kit installed? I heard people complained about this similar lift kit on Tacoma, and other. Not sure it is true or not. No doubt it looks awesome with new stand (leveling)
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@americapride these trucks all come with a P load tire which is a passenger vehicle tire. So very soft riding and light. I emphasize all the time when people are picking tires not to get E load tire or even a D load tire if they can avoid it. This is what has the most effect on ride quality when lifting these vehicles. It will also have the biggest effect on mpg over anything you do to it. We designed the new Tacoma and Land Cruiser lifts not as high as we could just to keep a smoother ride.
@americapride4 ай бұрын
@@westcottdesignsif people already ran with E load tires, they should not add preload collar lift kit to their LC if they want to keep those E load tires?
@dukatista6574 ай бұрын
Will this not void the warranty? Where is your shop, will you install it for me and how much it's gonna cost me? Thanks
@westcottdesigns4 ай бұрын
@@dukatista657 we are located in Phoenix Arizona. It will not void the warranty. We have dealers all over the country if you choose to have it installed closer to you. The kit is $495. Plus the labor. Toyota book time says 5.5 hours so what ever the shop you go to labor rate is. We are $140 per hour.
@dukatista6574 ай бұрын
@@westcottdesigns how many inches lift is it?
@westcottdesigns4 ай бұрын
@@dukatista657 we do 2.5” front and 1” in the rear
@chopperpl3 ай бұрын
Seriously? Is it just me, or this guy has done everything or most critical parts wrong. None of the suspension screws got torqued down within factory specs. The LCA were torqued down with vehicle on the lift instead of on the ground. The front shock top was torqued down with the impact gun. And last, are those rear spring pucks pressed against the bare metal (body), because if they are then you're asking for a disaster. This vehicle is destined for many premature failures.
@yellow_noise35 ай бұрын
Great video, however I wouldnt call it lift kit for rear axle. Axle remains the same clearance frim the ground, only is pushed away from the body. Only gain is possibility to instal bigger tires...
@achvferreira69695 ай бұрын
Just purchased one for my wife. Would like a professional recommendation for tires. I was thinking about 33” looking for somewhat aggressive pattern but still good for roads. Any shops in Texas that we can take it? What is your opinion on breaks upgrades (Tacoma TDR pro package) to replace original. Thank you and congrats on the video. If possible to exchange information please give me a link to do so. Thank you.
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@achvferreira6969 I would run a 285/75R17. Make sure to run aC load rated tire.
@lukedejour4 ай бұрын
285/75r17 is a 34in tire. 285/70r17 is a 33in tire
@shaneh7345 ай бұрын
💯
@smartbek91305 ай бұрын
👍👍👍How can i buy it? Lift kit
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@smartbek9130 you can buy it off our website at westcottdesigns.net
@DavidRego-wn4lz4 ай бұрын
If I install this lift will Toyota void my warranty ?
@westcottdesigns4 ай бұрын
No, you are in the clear ✅
@ii-ne3oy5 ай бұрын
nice and clean work.✌
@binnie465Ай бұрын
Don't know why always lift blocks don't look the same as actual suspension change
@Profile000002 ай бұрын
everyone tells me lifting causes straing on the trans or something cause it changes the angles
@westcottdesigns2 ай бұрын
@@Profile00000 the tires cause strain not the lift. But it’s minimal. It would be more strain towing.
@LolzerCakes5 ай бұрын
Screw torque specs
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@LolzerCakes good and tight!😉
@youngsun-k5 ай бұрын
This is my concern too
@adamhuglo1115 ай бұрын
Gx 550 lad
@itsdarkest6 ай бұрын
Ya'll looking to hire any mechanical engineers in 4 years LoL?
@adamhuglo1115 ай бұрын
+ Lexus isn't hybrid
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@adamhuglo111 that is correct!
@bma79786 ай бұрын
HOW LONG UNITL I CAN GET A SET?? Yes I was yelling, so my question would get answered!
@westcottdesigns6 ай бұрын
@@bma7978 we have been shipping them over the last couple of weeks. How long ago did you order?
@bma79786 ай бұрын
@@westcottdesigns your website says it a pre-order? Also, is the GX lift a pre-order too (asking for a friend). I can call tomorrow too
@westcottdesigns6 ай бұрын
@@bma7978 the website was suppose to change today with times of delivery. Call me any time tomorrow happy to help you. Thanks again for reaching out, Jeff Westcott Cell 480-703-2440
@bma79786 ай бұрын
@@westcottdesigns talked to a super helpful guy in the office and placed my order today!
@adamhuglo1115 ай бұрын
Only $200 more for the Lexus, what are you complaining about?
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@adamhuglo111 for the money the Lexus is a nicer vehicle.
@jeffreycormier38643 ай бұрын
Incorrect...the first step is to "Jack up your car"-MCM
@MartinM046 ай бұрын
Lolz
@Nemlv5 ай бұрын
How in the f have yall not invested in a spring machine at your facility? You are really hand compressing Land Cruiser springs? Very amateur and extremely dangerous. Hope you are getting hazard pay.
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@Nemlv we have had no problem and with all 5 techs each have 2 sets so they don’t have to wait on each other to finish up with the wall mount. When we feel a set is getting worn we order new ones and then we never have to worry. We have men working here that are tough and don’t worry about getting hurt😉.
@alh54705 ай бұрын
ouch.
@Nemlv5 ай бұрын
@@alh5470 @westcottdesigns yeah both of you real dumb men indeed. Not a torque wrench in site and don’t even know how to button up a suspension not loading bushings… This is Mickey Mouse shit. Can’t believe people advertise their ignorance online so loudly…
@StubProductions5 ай бұрын
@@westcottdesignsWith that attitude you are a lawsuit waiting to happen.
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@StubProductions it a good thing we have really good insurance and a team that really knows what they are doing and used their best judgement when it’s time to replace the ones that are getting worn.
@arlogriggs66525 ай бұрын
It's a pavement princess nothing else. They do not make off road vehicles for America only dubi will get a real land cruiser. Come on Man
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@arlogriggs6652 after testing the Land Cruiser does better then any of the other Toyota models.
@snorlaxTACO5 ай бұрын
Lol you stupid Dont think you’ve seen what Dissent Offroad did at the Rubicon trail in the new LC 🤦♂️.
@tpharo344 ай бұрын
Does the spacer lift inhibit off roading; I have a L250 and trying to determine getting the level or would need the entire strut suspension. Thanks
@westcottdesigns4 ай бұрын
@@tpharo34 if you are wanting to retain your factory suspension it’s the best solution. It it goes in the factory location and replaces the factory parts. It allows the suspension to work the way the factory designed it has the exact same amount of full compression and also at full extension so will not cause axle failure or CV boot failure. Other other more expensive options that will work better absolutely it all depends on what you’re going to use the vehicle for on a regular basis and how much money you really want to spend. I have been doing my kids since 2015. We have yet to see one fail or call failure.
@dobbingo93133 ай бұрын
Wildly ignorant statement lol
@mpiny6 ай бұрын
And ENGINE TWIN TURBO 5k each going blow out after 5 miles😂
@xavierdupuis86 ай бұрын
Troll at is best 🤡
@KIngTCannon8086 ай бұрын
Land Cruiser has a different motor 2.4L turbo.
@bma79786 ай бұрын
Clown doesn’t know what he’s talking about. And even if it was a GX, that’s a different motor than the older tundras - different part numbers
@mpiny6 ай бұрын
@@bma7978 go fook yourself
@mpiny6 ай бұрын
@@xavierdupuis8 In January 2024, Toyota announced that it was suspending shipments of 10 vehicle models, including the Land Cruiser 300, due to irregularities found in horsepower-output testing for three engine models. In February 2024, a class action lawsuit also alleged that some Toyota diesel engines, including those in the Land Cruiser, have design elements that interfere with the vehicle's emissions control system to improve performance.
@СергейКлюс-й1ш5 ай бұрын
less talk, more action. whoever understands this will understand.😊
@westcottdesigns5 ай бұрын
@@СергейКлюс-й1ш all it is action at our place. Any one that know us and our facility would know this is true!👍. We started 5 years ago with 3 total people now we have 40. We started in 5000 feet space and now we are in 45,000 feet. We started with no equipment and now we have invested over $5 million in equipment. I would say we are more action and less talk if anyone knows us. But hey maybe we are doing something wrong and someone wants to come show us how to do it.