How to Install 3 Inch Lift Kit on Lexus GX470 4Runner FJ | AIR BAG DELETE & SPC UCA

Finally got the chance to lift my Lexus GX470! Here's a full installation video to show you how to install a lift kit and upper control arms on your GX470 / 4Runner / FJ Cruiser.
GX470, 4Runner, & FJ Cruiser share the same part number for a lot of parts including all the mods I installed in this video!
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GX470 Torque Spec: www.peaksuspension.com/pages/...
Parts Used In this video:
TrailRunnerUSA 2.5 Aluminum Lift Kit
IG: @TrailRunnerUSA
Web: www.trailrunnerusa.com/
SPC Upper Control Arm (SKU 25480)
IG: @specialty_products_company
**NOTE: During my alignment, I changed the ball joint position to "E"
Icon Billet Aluminum Sway Bar Relocation Blocks Kit (SKU: 611030)
IG: @ivdsuspension
Apache Off-Road Rear Coil Conversion Kit (SKU: AORCCLOWER)
IG: @apacheoffroad
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Timeline:
00:00 Intro
03:19 Front Lift Install
03:37 Front-Lift Overview
04:23 Front Lift Install
30:23 Rear Lift Install
40:20 Relay & Fuse Removal
41:19 Outro
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Video by: moxieart.co
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[@OverlandRay]

** For your SPC UCA set the caster +0! The alignment shop corrected it after i brought it in.

[@ericschaumburg6382]

My man! Great video...appreciate all of the time you spent clearly explaining and editing. I jotted down some of the tools you used in case anybody needs a shopping checklist: -Impact gun/drill -Torque wrench -Ratchet -Mallet -Flat head screw driver -Loc-Tite -Anti-seize -Jack (2) -Paint marker -Grease gun/grease -Channel locks -Pry bar -12mm, 14mm, 17mm, 21mm, 22mm sockets/wrenches -Small magnet light

[@jinkang2913]

This is one of the best step by step instructions i found on the web, great job

[@OverlandRay]

Thank you! I appreciate it!

[@EasyRico99]

I have an LX470 and intend to do the same conversion. Great instructions, you earned yet another subscriber.

[@luismadera30]

Can’t wait to do a lift on mine. Thanks for such a great video this will definitely be my go to vid during the install ✌🏽

[@overlandalliance87]

Super informative video I used this as a step-by-step for my lift kit really appreciate the time you spent on this

[@arikpeterson6260]

You did a really nice job with this video. Keep up the good work!

[@JPTrek]

Great video! When we upgraded our suspension, we had the springs separate... Hardest part was compressing them! Wish we had done it like you!

[@dannynguyen8963]

Appreciate the content! Just bought my first gx

[@atibobo]

Thanks a lot brother detailed without all the extra bs self promo crap appreciate it you got a follow from me

[@camiloapostol4346]

Excellent vid bro, looking to lift my 04 gx470. Im going w SPC UCA, still deciding on shocks/springs. Thanks and have fun!

[@brapitybrap5703]

Really clear and informative video

[@jaredlopez4376]

Best video out there !

[@Thracianbeatscrixus]

Great work! Well done

[@brandontemple20]

wow great job on this video

[@thomasshpakow925]

Tech Tip, purchase 2 new front upper control arm bolts before starting the front lift install if you are changing the upper arms. When you remove the existing upper control arm bolts, push them as forward as you can and then cut them with a cut-off wheel or etc... when installing, bring the bolts in from the rear of the arm / nuts in front. (this eliminates a lot of extra work)

[@samsungtvmail]

I finished watching half of the video yeay I get a beer... But seriously pretty cool engagement with the audience.

[@OverlandRay]

I'll also have myself a nice cold beer. Cheers!

[@GXKid06]

Im so glad i did my wheels before my lift 😂

[@GXKid06]

Why would you want to do this?

[@TolliLowellForker]

hey nice work 👏👏

[@ec1c173]

Good info, thanks Ray

[@OverlandRay]

Thank you Dai Lo!

[@danphil2001]

Great video! Can I hire you for an install? No joke.

[@adamhlj]

This is a really great video for the upgrade. Very informative and detailed. You are way more brave than I am to go at it by yourself. Did you ever put on that washer you forgot on the front driver's side shock?

[@OverlandRay]

Thanks brotha! I did my best to include every step n tips to make it easier for everyone. Oh yea those washers are back in aha. Don't want my shocks to be flying off on the trails

[@adamhlj]

@@OverlandRay also, what was the cost of the upgrade?

[@Elite_Employee]

@@adamhlj fye dolla

[@dorkyninja04]

Need a long term suspension review

[@troydurkin256]

I'm a mechanic at a Toyota dealership. if that ever happens to you, you can do a throttle body service after plugging in your battery or while it's out and that won't happen its the carbon build up around the throttle plate that causes that.

[@vaderglide5978]

Thank u bro.

[@starboardpanic]

Super detailed video thank you!!!

[@TechCollective]

Wow thanks for showing every step! You might be able to save me $750 on Installation ❤️

[@OverlandRay]

Any time!

[@joshmoore6165]

30:19 I keep the left over grease on the fitting. Next time I grease it, the dirt will be collected in the grease, and not all over the fitting. Either way, you will need to clean the fitting before applying more grease. Leaving a little on there makes it a tiny bit easier. IMO

[@Kingranch1959]

Very Nice!!!

[@cressy240]

Sick install video! Where can I get more info on these coilovers and shocks?

[@OverlandRay]

You can contact them on IG @TrailRunnerUSA. They're still working on launching the website but it should be live soon!

[@dallaspersonalshopping2299]

now, those 285/70's will look serious

[@MrComputerFanatic]

For future reference, there is a fuse puller in the main fuse box in the top right corner of the picture in the video at 40:45

[@nosofast]

Thanks Bro

[@Fjpliego]

Great video. Do you remember which spring isolator you used?

[@OverlandRay]

I used this one from amazon. amzn.to/3CuzGXI

[@Douglas.N.]

Pro!

[@anthfernieee]

bet this guy can wrench more than just bolts

[@kA-ev2nz]

Hi, I want to know we're to get that 2.5" lift kit for the Lexus gx470? I want to lift my 2008 gx470 for 2.5"

[@DietoSelf]

What trail front coilover did you order 2" or 3"? Also rear springs 2" or 3"? Great job man!!

[@OverlandRay]

Thank you! I got the 3" in the front and 2" in the rear

[@Sstiles3]

Go ahead.

[@lapincfl]

Does a 3 inch lift affect the cvs? I'm about to buy a 470 and this is the first thing I'm going to do.

[@micahelijah40]

How much it cost for whole kit set?

[@brooksrawlings6136]

Why did you remove the two bolts by the lower ball joint? Are you sure that's necessary?

[@LSAVERFTW]

My name is Ray! 👋🏼

[@Wanyekerr]

Did any VSC or check engine light come on due to the air bag delete

[@aminawaheed3722]

will this work for KDSS equiped models?

[@YomAlwa3eed]

How to fix the fucked up front wheels after the lift? they lose vertical alignment, you can see it clearly on yours 00:01 00:23 and I can feel it while driving the steering lost the dead center.

[@MadaraO]

Nice video guy. Hey what model Milwaukee is that?

[@OverlandRay]

Thanks brotha. I have the Milwaukee M18 Gen 3. Love the size of it and it packs a punch aha. www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M18-FUEL-GEN-3-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-3-8-in-Compact-Impact-Wrench-with-Friction-Ring-Tool-Only-2854-20/313483106

[@MadaraO]

@@OverlandRay okay thanks for that. Also, I've been looking for that bracket for the front sway bar, but it's not listed for the GX470.. I just wanted to make sure that is the correct fitment. I have 2003 GX470, it WILL work right?

[@OverlandRay]

@@MadaraO Yea that part number works on the GX.

[@MrOrlando328]

where can I buy this?

[@iheartcars7621]

Do you know the part number or model of the Moog upper isolators you used on the rear springs? Thanks man!

[@OverlandRay]

Here's the link: www.amazon.com/Moog-K160061-Coil-Spring-Insulator/dp/B0031GX3OK/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=moog+isolator&qid=1617344088&sr=8-1 No problem brotha!

[@ishqdeepkaile5225]

Hey, love this video, I just had a question that I have a 2006 lexus gx 470, I was wondering i buy a 3 inch rough country lift for a 4 runner same year as lexus will it fit?

[@ishqdeepkaile5225]

Because isn’t the same chassis?

[@OverlandRay]

Thanks! Call rough country to see if they're compatible.

[@watever6742]

Nice👌, will it clear 33s without doing anything.?

[@OverlandRay]

No they definitely will not clear aha. Going to rub city with that

[@justinh8986]

Prices?

[@franciscocervantes3572]

What did you do with electronic sensors on stock front shocks?

[@James.s]

You could just tape them and zip tie them up and out of the way.

[@tombyorn8278]

Do you also have to extend the drive shafts, etc. I thought when you do a lift you have to do that. Not sure if I missed that.

[@OverlandRay]

No I don't have to extend the drive shaft. You don't need extended drive shaft to lift your truck. Would be a pain if we did have to do that sort of stuff just to lift the rig aha.

[@joshuabedore1370]

has stock slipyolk drive shafts anyway. make sure you grease them with your u joints!!! avoid the clunk at stops.

[@CollyCam10]

After this long how have you liked the trail runner stuff?

[@OverlandRay]

Had em for almost 2 years. So far so good. No issues with them

[@crxken]

how much was the kit bro?

[@mikepadilla6161]

Great video, Thank you! Can you please list the part numbers for the lift kit? I have the exact vehicle and would like to use the same one.

[@OverlandRay]

Appreciate the kind words! Here you go: trailrunneroffroadsuspension.com/collections/gx/products/lexus-gx470-trail-suspension-kit-03-09

[@Elite_Employee]

I’m confused why didn’t you order the Dobinson rear airbag to coil kit that looks kinda like rubber cones with the bump stops. I’m about to order on trail runner website also but they said it’s required to get the kit to complete the conversion?

[@gsxr828]

How do you like the trailrunner set up?

[@OverlandRay]

So far so good. Build quality looks great and rides quality is great on the road. About to take it on it’s first trip next week after I get my wheels on

[@largelarry2126]

All this becomes much nicer to work on if you use a pressure washer on everything then let it dry before you start.

[@OverlandRay]

1000% agree with you on that.

[@largelarry2126]

@@OverlandRay why don't you space the air bags up along with your mods?

[@lincolncox9628]

Yeah I live on my cattle farm and halfway through it after seeing all the cow poop I wish I would’ve done that

[@trevorschroeder6745]

How do u like the suspension?

[@OverlandRay]

They're amazing! The compression & rebound adjustments makes it more plush while mobbing through the trails.

[@trevorschroeder6745]

Think they would do ok in salt ? Live in Minnesota

[@eugenialeung8239]

what's up dude

[@dchaparro23]

Is that street kit or trail kit ?

[@OverlandRay]

I have the trail kit

[@dchaparro23]

@@OverlandRay ah I figured they are sold out at the moment