3rd Gen Toyota 4Runner 2" Lift Install - Easiest Way To Install A Lift

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In this video, I show you how to install a 2" lift on your 3rd gen Toyota 4runner. I have another video on my 3-4" lift but I wanted to make a complete video for someone coming from a stock 3rd Gen 4Runner.
Check out my other video for other tips but I found this is the easiest way to install a lift.
• Toyota 4Runner Lift In...
Front Lift Parts:
Tundra TRD Coils
Driver Yellow/Yellow 48131-AF100 parts.earnhardttoyota.com/oem...
Passenger Yellow/Blue 48131-AF090 parts.earnhardttoyota.com/oem...
Tundra Bilstein 5100 24-261425 amzn.to/3xUE9hO
Optional (if not pre-assembled):
Tundra Spring Isolator amzn.to/3qvwSlW
4Runner Top Hat + Spring Isolator amzn.to/3A5DKLc or parts.earnhardttoyota.com/oem...
Rear Lift Parts:
ARB/OME 906 Coils amzn.to/3zYcM8B
4Runner Bilstein 5100 24-249966 amzn.to/35URydP
Blue Lock Tite amzn.to/3qrZSvb
Mission Automotive Silicone Paste amzn.to/3jibIpT
Tools:
3/8" Metric Set amzn.to/3jfxTNt
1/2" 17mm 19mm Shallow Socket
17mm Open Wrench
12mm + 14mm Flex Head Ratchet amzn.to/2u2B8ke
5mm Hex Socket amzn.to/3dl7udp
Stubby Ratchet amzn.to/3dkpgxn
Pry Bar Set amzn.to/3y3fyYp
3 Ton Jack www.harborfreight.com/3-ton-r...
6 Ton Jack Stands (2) amzn.to/3jjeFa2
1/2" Torque Wrench amzn.to/3jiphpB
Large Channel Locks amzn.to/3A2raMX
Toyota Bottle Jack (check your rear passenger seat)
Block of 2x4 wood
Optional Tools:
Lug Nut Service Set amzn.to/3zYdvql
M12 Ratchet amzn.to/3jjugpK
M12 Impact amzn.to/3zVUzIy
Spring Compressor (if not preassembled) amzn.to/31YRMhf
Torque Spec:
Front Strut:
Top 3 Strut Nuts 47 ft/lb 14mm
Lower Shock Bolt 101 ft/lb 19mm
Strut Top Nut 18 ft/lb 19mm
Rear Shock:
Top Shock Nut 14 ft/lb 14mm (stock) / 17mm + 5mm Hex (Bilstein)
Lower Shock Bolt 47 ft/lb 17mm
End Links 14 ft/lb 12mm
Tires/Wheel:
Lug Nuts 83 ft/lb 21mm
Lift Options:
www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-ge...
www.toyteclifts.com/bk9602-3-...
yotamafia.com/product/1995-20...
#4runnerlift #toyotalift #4runnermods
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Due to factors beyond my control, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. I assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. I recommend safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond my control, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not me. Enjoy my videos.
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[@ML-dl1cp]

One note for installing taller struts using the bottle jack method: I did this on my '97 when installing a Dobinsons 2" lift and a diff drop kit. After driving around a while I detected a lot of CV grease spattered around the front end, and it seemed to be coming from both inner CV boots. I assumed that the boots had torn from the slightly different angle so back up on the hoist and re-inspected. They were fine. So what caused the problem? Well, what actually happened was a little more difficult to detect (but much easier to fix). When we hyperextend the drive components to shoe-horn the new struts in, the CV boots will "pull" upwards on the axle shafts. The shafts have a very subtle taper to them, so when the boots pull over that taper, they will stretch, along with the clamps. The easy fix is to just make sure to re-tighten your clamps once the tension is released from prying the two ends apart, and you're good to go.

[@PhoRunner]

Great tip!!

[@jpginhb]

@@PhoRunner do you need new upper control arms with a lift 2.5

[@edgarmeza5149]

G hi ijjoklik

[@RedRabbit4230]

​@@PhoRunner I have a big question 4 u. What's the largest lift you can put or have ever been able to put on a 3rd Gen b4 without taring the cv boots apart and end up replacing the axles. And secondly my axles in the rear, one has gone bad. Do you have an up grade recondmondation. Something a little beefier. If not you one of the readers?????

[@PhoRunner]

@@RedRabbit4230 any 2-3" lift is going to rip cv boots that are original. Just refresh the boots and perhaps do a extended mod or get extended cv boots The rear has no upgrades. Just rebuild them with Marlin rebuild kit (i have a video).

[@itsjustnate08]

You're a brave man for doing this with no shoes on lol

[@PhoRunner]

Didn’t think anything of it other than needed a little more movement lol

[@camposjrmartin]

Bruh you helping like legit build my truck lol from maintenance to mods best 4runner chanel forsure.

[@PhoRunner]

No problem!!! Thanks!!

[@karltaylor1740]

This is so true. Almost every mod you have done I have also done from the links u post and everything😂

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks man. It supports the channel so appreciated

[@jamesp6283]

@@PhoRunner do you do side work? I'm in socal as well

[@PhoRunner]

I am in central cali and I do not do side work

[@martinquintana5837]

New to the channel. I found it very informative and thank you for adding the torque spec. Looking forward to binge watching all your videos. Stay safe out there and stay cool. Aloha from Kansas

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks!! Welcome lol.

[@GetLardy]

Excellent tutorial. I feel like I can do this job now. Thanks for the info!

[@PhoRunner]

It’s not too bad with the right technique and tools!

[@aldomassa7473]

OUTSTANDING ! Love this channel , keep it 4 runner specific, strong work.

[@PhoRunner]

Thnaks!

[@Davis2you]

That is the absolute best video on the list that I have ever seen. Thank you

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks bud!!! It was my 4th time lol. Wanted to give you guys some cleannn proven methods

[@GABRIEL_CRAFT]

I'm looking forward to a PhoRunner timing belt and water pump video 🙏🙏🙏Kudos to the way you set up your videos. 👏👏👏I love the way you lay out all the materials beforehand explain everything clearly. Seriously, your videos are a gold mine for the third gen community!

[@PhoRunner]

I kinda winged this one!! Haha. Almost died with heat stroke!! Had to move fast to beat the heat!

[@Whitetrash_Customs]

Just used your factory bottle jack tip, had my new strut in in 20 minutes, thanks for the great tip!!

[@PhoRunner]

Nice!!! Lol

[@juancornejo4502]

Thank you I’m an instant fan I just bought a 2001 4runner sr5 4wd and I’m going to using your videos a lot

[@PhoRunner]

Cool welcome!

[@craigoller9283]

Good video! Great advise on getting the pre-assembled front coil overs!

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks!

[@andrewroberts5036]

I sure love this video and will be doing my best to get me some of those parts you used

[@PhoRunner]

Patience is key! I almost built my entire truck on parts I found at the salvage yard and super slick deals! I wasn't looking and when they popped up, I grabbed them. Got the mod bug after that lol.

[@nathanjohnson3790]

Job Well Done Sir!! Most Differently Needed and Desired Instructional Video!! Thanks Soo Much For Sharing!!

[@PhoRunner]

No problem!

[@greenflintriver]

I want you to know I love your channel and the simple way you explain how you do things! I wish you lived close I would pay for help on some of my 3rd gen projects 😅

[@alale923]

Bottle jack for the win! Dude u made lifting the front look so easy. I live in the rust belt and my 4th gen was a nightmare but worth it. Jus got my first third gen super excited about it.

[@PhoRunner]

Right on!! If it's pre-assembled, this technique is the best. I have another technique if it isn't pre-assembled. Perhaps I'll make a video one day on it ;)

[@Bru946]

You should totally keep doing videos for the 3rd gen guys. Awesome content.

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks! Will do when i have free time and videos worth doing!

[@vidaliniguez1]

thank you for sharing links to all your parts ! new subscriber by far the best 4runner channel 🙌

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks and welcome

[@nolancampbell6139]

Love your vids, great work!

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks!

[@scrambledgreg3834]

Thank you for making the video!about to do this in the next couple weeks

[@PhoRunner]

Nice! Hope my tips help! That rear lower shock bolt was a pain with those bushings hehe.

[@scrambledgreg3834]

@@PhoRunner yes definitely helpful!Thank you much appreciated!

[@tracynorton6410]

man, next time I'm doing my own shock/coil swap. excellent video!

[@PhoRunner]

Yeah!! Not bad at all with some tips and tricks!.

[@robbywallace655]

Thanks for the video. My 4runner is already lifted but I still watched the whole thing XD

[@PhoRunner]

Nice! Good for next time you want to change things up!

[@jonwlindberg]

Well made video. Made Me want to do this project.

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks! It’s not too bad with the right tricks and tips

[@kevinsilverthorn5235]

Thanks for making yourself sweat/you do make it look easy/appreciate you and your videos

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks and anytime! Lol I try to do my vids in the cooler months haha

[@1992garyd]

Great videos! You make it so easy to follow along! You should look into doing a sunroof replacement next. Can't seem to find a good "how to" video and would LOVE to have you do one. My motor works and it makes a click but I think the rails are all gunked up.

[@PhoRunner]

Wish I knew how to repair that haha. Maybe one day I’ll figure it out if mine goes bad. Good luck!!

[@foodboy767]

Replacing shocks/struts on my '00 4Runner SR5. I won't be doing the work myself but this video will let me work more effectively with the shop doing the job. Thanks for a great tutorial!

[@PhoRunner]

It’s always great to know what it entails to justify the cost of labor/expertise.

[@sapclan2896]

I just bought an 99' 4runner last weekend. Prev owner has a spacer lift so def wanna replace that with some OME lift kit. Your videos are def gonna help me out on my future build

[@kevinsilverthorn5235]

Once again nice job 👍🏽

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks!

[@AD.the.G]

I've done strut assembly replacements on a couple other vehicles, but it's always good to get some details on that specific vehicle. I partially watched other videos but they try to hard to explain what they're doing or did the repair with too many extra unnecessary steps and they all failed at making a usable DIY video. This video explains and shows the simplest way this repair is done without taking too much of your time. I appreciate the info, it helped me get mine done quickly without any hassles throughout the whole process. Thanks bro

[@PhoRunner]

I try to make it the easiest method I know or seen haha. There’s an easier method (more dangerous) for disassembling a strut. I may do it in the future if I change things up

[@denisyev]

Appreciate this video a lot!

[@PhoRunner]

Np

[@arbabadam9816]

Informative thank you bro amazing tips

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks for tuning in

[@alziegelejr6262]

Hey thanks for the quick response I’ll check them out

[@alfonsomartinez1984]

Perfect video. Thank you.

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks

[@michaelmedina8909]

Thanks PhoRunner, the 4Runner is riding much better and with a better stance.

[@PhoRunner]

We got Michael in the house!!

[@tony_lopez]

Did you discover anything additional that you needed to replace as a result of this lift? (Example: CV boots, panhard correction kit, UPC’s)?

[@PhoRunner]

His cv boots are shot but outside that, all is good

[@tony_lopez]

@@PhoRunner - What do you recommend to prevent that from happening? A diff drop? New end links?

[@RedRabbit4230]

Happy New Year. 2024 praying its 3x better 2u than 2023 was.

[@laurentianvmx1692]

So clean, zero rust ! You should see what we have to deal with here in the north east !

[@PhoRunner]

Lol I’m so sorry… yeah this one is clean for sure

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Defenitly a noticeable difference looks good

[@PhoRunner]

The owner is in love with it hahahahah

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Great video as always

[@PhoRunner]

Appreciate that

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

@@PhoRunner your very much welcome not many of us 4runner owners doing videos these days

[@6stringsGirly]

I am so upset I did not install my suspension this way. Oh my gosh 🤦🏻‍♀️ Thank you for this!!

[@PhoRunner]

Anytime!!

[@kevinriese2167]

Great job! Thanks for posting and now a subscriber.😊

[@PhoRunner]

No problem!!

[@MonkeySpecs301]

great video bro!

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks!!

[@tdpine]

Great video and info.

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks !!

[@ajthaicy1]

Thanks PhoRunner, lifting my 2000 limited tomorrow! Hopefully it goes smoothly

[@PhoRunner]

I hope so too! Check out my other lift video too! Might have a few more tips in there

[@ajthaicy1]

@@PhoRunner will do! You’re the man, favorite 4Runner KZbinr. Used your LBJ video last month and it was easy

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks bud!

[@JuanMedina-sk9vp]

Great job awesome brother thanks for sharing with us.

[@PhoRunner]

No problem!

[@trevisbabbie4542]

Awesome video! Great way to remove old coil overs and install new coil overs. I'm hoping this works with kdss.. We stall see..lol. Thanks again for a Great video..

[@PhoRunner]

Good luck!!

[@willienillie6337]

Thanks for the tips.

[@PhoRunner]

No problem

[@74HotRodC]

I've studied your video for at least a year until I finally was able to get my suspension. Thank you for the straightforward step by step instructions. The rear was a PIA but I used your trick and it definitely was effective.

[@PhoRunner]

Nice!!! Glad it worked out

[@74HotRodC]

@@PhoRunner Me too. As usual for a "2-3 hour job", I was on the passenger side rear and couldn't get the top nut torque down. I realized that the nut was deep into the bushing and low and behold I found the top washer in the perch. It took me another hour just to get the nut off but eventually got it and got everything buttoned up. That passenger side rear is the worst!!!!!!

[@carlosaleman1]

Great video!!

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks !!!

[@brucewayne2773]

Another great informative video, thanks. Do you have a video or will be doing a timing belt/water pump service video. Have you done a video on rear disc brake for the 3rd gen 4Runner , any opinions on that?

[@PhoRunner]

One day! No rear disc beak video but maybe a rear drum brake job

[@robbo9926]

Thank you very much.... I'll keep that in mind.

[@PhoRunner]

No problem!

[@zacharywarner1678]

Such a great video. 👍

[@robharrison6289]

Just wrapped up my lift. Followed this video for me 3 inch Bilstein lift. Thanks for putting this together!

[@PhoRunner]

No problem! Hope my tips helped!

[@OneHellOfASandwich]

I like your videos because they’re way faster to watch than the leading competitor, JimmyJaJoolGuy. Much less talking. I still like his vids for in depth explanations for things, but when I’m pissed off cuz somethings broken and I don’t want extra bs, you’re the guy to watch!

[@PhoRunner]

lol

[@agustinhernandez9866]

Good Sunday sir

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks!!

[@oscarpolafox1085]

Wow the condition that 4Runner is in tho!!! It’s like new!!

[@PhoRunner]

It’s immaculate inside and out lol. It’s a treat to work on

[@Muxaul_MK]

Good job 🙂👍 Молодец чувак! У меня тоже в планах заменить амортизаторы. Но очень уж они дорогие, Бильштайны. Well done dude! I also have plans to replace the shock absorbers. But they are very expensive, Bilstein. Perhaps I will put another manufacturer.

[@PhoRunner]

Hmm try oem!

[@gamefixersvideos]

very nice video. I've been wanting to lift the back end of my 02 for years. Its been sagging for as long as I can remember.

[@PhoRunner]

You got the perfect tutorial now! I like things simple so I try to find the best and easiest way lol

[@gamefixersvideos]

@@PhoRunner any recomanations for putting a slight lift (maybe an inch or 1.5 higher than the front) on a sagging rear end on a 3rd gen?? I'm OK with the factory height on the front but I wanna fix that rear sag.

[@PhoRunner]

Try 906 in rear. It’s 2” lift but it doesn’t look too lifted.

[@PhoRunner]

basically will look like this vid on rear lol

[@zippotricks759]

Awesome vid! Only rip of advice, when tightening the rear shocks (top bolts) be aware you can accidentally tear 2 wires that will cause 4 lights in the dash. Hard to get to to rewire but is possible

[@zippotricks759]

Also, don’t be like me and leave your rear hatch open the entire install with a 4.5 year old battery… town for a new one

[@eljefeslash]

Good stuff, again! I think you did another one of these for your ride, but I appreciate you doing another on your friend’s ride. I always learn something different on each of your videos.My 4Runner already had a lift when I bought it; however, I just happened to be checking around the other day, and I noticed the spring isolator (cone) is missing on both sides in the rear. How much of a problem do you think that is? I’m concerned because the spring basically has no “buffer” against the metal it is pressed against.

[@PhoRunner]

Lol I have no clue but id definitely head to the yard and get some! Lol

[@eljefeslash]

Thanks, again, for this. I ended up grabbing some spring isolators (cones) from the junk yard to install on top my coils. I removed the coils after unscrewing the sway bar links and shock bolts (just the lower ones). That driver side was a bear (as you mentioned in the video), but once again, I used the bottle jack for the win! It was tricky b/c I didn't remove my shocks (they're relatively new Bilsteins from a previous lift), so I didn't have much room to pull the coil out and then push it back in (that was the worst part). The passenger side was a breeze. Thanks for making it easier for the rest of us!

[@jesseleech7275]

Oh my god!!! 😆 PHO-RUNNER!!! LOVE IT!!! Aaahahaha!

[@PhoRunner]

Lol

[@zongyang6602]

Nice job.

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks bro

[@waltv0988]

Thanks bro. Great info I would not be able to work on my car without shoes.

[@PhoRunner]

Lol

[@TonyStark-hx8uw]

Great video

[@PhoRunner]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bmodoryx]

Great video, super clear. Although I wonder how you tightened the top bolt on the rear shocks, it's the one thing I'm stuck on for several hours now.

[@PhoRunner]

Hold the shaft if it’s spinning, otherwise tighten the nut like normal

[@bmodoryx]

@@PhoRunner yeah I re-watched that bit a couple of times and realized I completely missed where you used the stubby ratchet _in_ the shaft at the top, doh. Got it all installed and working great! Thanks a bunch!

[@PhoRunner]

Excellent. Yes a stubby is nice but a smaller flex 3/8” ratchet works too

[@anthonyneely3106]

literally building my 4runner for me

[@PhoRunner]

Excellent!!

[@WestCoastTug]

Finally getting around to my lift have all rears ordered, but curious what to do for fronts. Either tundra coils like in this video, or with OME 883s in your other video, what did you prefer? And research on the two lifts? Thanks your videos help out a lot

[@PhoRunner]

Whatever you prefer abs depends on lift wanted

[@aldomassa7473]

Excellence bro…. Excellence!! Same shocks with Bilstien rear springs on my 4th gen. Thanks as always. BTW, maybe an upgrade to a 4th gen or 5th ?

[@PhoRunner]

That would be cool! Think I’ll wait for a 6th gen?

[@dallasdelrosario949]

Such a good video! Wanted to do my 2001 4runner and this is going to help a lot! Question?? for the front, you mentioned you assembled it yourself. Am I able to buy that exact set up preassembled? And if not, is it hard to assemble myself?

[@PhoRunner]

You can’t buy this exact setup preassembled but you certainly could get ome 880 preassembled. Check some of my links to off-road stores that do this.

[@robvigesaa5738]

Excellent guide, thank you! Any idea if this setup would work well with an aftermarket steel front bumper and front skid plate? (no winch). Would it be too much weight in the front?

[@PhoRunner]

It might be too much for tundra coils. Try 883 for extra weight. Make sure to get a decent lift for the back to match

[@jeffluker1895]

Did you need to modify the cv axel on this lift? I'm getting ready to do this plus the whole front end and your vids have a great help. Good work!

[@PhoRunner]

Probably not but your boot likely will be destroyed if it’s old and krusty. A reboot may be needed.

[@philiptaylor2567]

Thats a nice clean 3rd gen. That frame looks perfectly rust free. I had a very similar set up on my 98, except that I had the Tacoma 5100s paired with the 99 (tall) springs up front set on the middle ring, with the OME 890s in the back paired with the FJ80 OEM Tokikos. If I may make a suggestion, get the diff drop for the front. My front was probably lifted no more than 1.75" from stock, and I tore 3 CV boots in a few years. Replacing CVs gets old fast. On the forums they'll tell you the CV boots will be fine without a diff drop until you get up to around 3" lift. But in my experience that's just not true.

[@PhoRunner]

The CV boots are ripped on these now!! It's odd because my 3rd gen has no issues and i'm on 883 OME (3" lift). I guess not spinning all the time helps with this problem!

[@earlybirdxx]

I've torn 3 and I'm tired of it. How did you drop the diff?

[@kennethramirez6003]

I have really enjoyed your video, I would like to get the same front struts (assembled) and rear shocks and springs, can you help out

[@PhoRunner]

you won't find the front shocks assembled like that but you can try links in my description for OME/Bilstein setups.

[@ahmedkhan716]

NICE VIDEO.

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks bud

[@user-is1gj8ir1l]

In the US, with left hand drive vehicles, if the springs are labeled DS and PS, we install the DS (Driver Side) springs on the PS (Passenger Side) and visa versa. The springs are labeled for the right hand drive vehicles. If you can not locate the labels, or you have used springs, make sure you mark the springs that you remove from your vehicle and match long with the long and the short with the short springs. Lately some springs are labeled A and B. A is for Australian driver side, so in the US this should go on the passenger side and B should go on the driver side.......Great Video minus the springs !

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks for the info

[@richardpaterson5498]

Really good vid thanks. I note you didn't use a rear sway bar correction. Kit.. How's stock working with the lift? Also. Front end drop links.. I've heard folks use 2nd gen.. Any thoughts.. Thanks again

[@PhoRunner]

no complaints so far. I think 2" is real close to stock that it doesn't matter. Remember that the 1999 4runner (highlander) has a 1" lift coil stock so getting these to 2" won't affect much. That's why it's my favorite lift for these 4runners. On my rig, I run 2nd gen links in the front. Seem to be fine.

[@jschwartzlow]

Thank you very much. This is the easiest install I have seen on KZbin. I have been preparing to install a 2" lift and replace the old worn suspension. I like 2" lifts as it usually doesn't require additional suspension mods. Anything else I must change? I will run 265/75/r16 KO2s. Much appreciated.

[@PhoRunner]

Definitely change out the lower balljoints before doing any mods as I suspect the "shock" in the system with the new lift causes failure haha. Just a theory but maintenance before mods. Outside of that, this lift is stress free and good to go.

[@jschwartzlow]

@@PhoRunner Replaced about 25k ago. I'll check on them. Thanks again.

[@PhoRunner]

Good to go!!

[@zuzu27]

You'll also want to consider installing a new adjustable panhard bar on the rear axle. Even when lifting 2" the rear axle will shift a little to the passenger side, so your rear wheels won't be tracking perfectly with the front wheels. I learned this the hard way with my 3rd gen I just bought that already had a 3" Toytec lift on it-mine was about 1" shifted to the passenger side. I used a Sonoran Steel adjustable panhard bar to fix it. I really wish I could drop mine (cheaply) down to a 2" lift. It drives terrible with a wobble coming in at 45-50mph...now I have to install new upper control arms to get the alignment correct to fix the high speed wobble. Grrrr!

[@jschwartzlow]

@@zuzu27 lift came out well. I do feel a vibration at 75, but assume it is tires. If it can't be balanced I may check the panhard. These 4runners seen to have more geometries at work than my Tacoma's and tundras.

[@Webahurst]

Great Channel, thanks! I just used your video to do my 2" lift install. Will my stock upper control arms be adequate and have enough droop to ensure even tire ware or should I consider upgrading those?

[@PhoRunner]

Should be ok. I ran it for years and my old tires were fine

[@ahmedkhan716]

NICE VIDEO

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks

[@Leomej04]

Thanks for the vid bro! I’ll probably be putting this on my 3rd gen. What size tires do you recommend will look the best?

[@PhoRunner]

265/75/16 or 265/70/17. Aka 32” tires like in the video

[@Leomej04]

@@PhoRunner thanks for quick reply bro. Love your videos!

[@JP-ri1wf]

Awesome video. How come no one seems to run a tundra spring in the rear to match the front ones?

[@PhoRunner]

Because they are leafs lol

[@charlesyii8963]

Man that's really nice 👍 , wish have all the tools to do this , where u located bro? Can someone pay u for doing the installation ?

[@PhoRunner]

I don’t do installs on the side. Definitely not setup for that. Just making vids to help folks! Lots of stuff can be rented :)

[@Reub_Outdoors]

Love your videos! Would you recommend a diff drop kit for this lift? Would it possibly help? Thanks

[@Reub_Outdoors]

Was also wondering if I should get extended brake lines for this lift since mine need replaced anyways. Your thoughts?

[@PhoRunner]

Not needed and no extended brakes needed. It’s the cheapest lift without many mods needed!!

[@JnIII16]

Outstanding video! Plan on doing this lift on my '99 Limited. Just curious what is the largest size tire I could go with?

[@PhoRunner]

Depends on the lift. 3” is prob 33”. 2” can fit 32”

[@JnIII16]

@@PhoRunner Thank you for the response.

[@tylercaraway5401]

Great Video.....What size are your tires? It looks good!

[@PhoRunner]

Mine are 285/75/17. The owner of that 4runner in the video had 265/70/16 on

[@ArgoNavis94]

Great video as always but do have a big fat question regarding my 01 4Runner. So far I've installed both the rear Bilstein 5100s and OME 906 coils but have recently started experiencing extra stress on my front shocks (and likely LBJs!). I'd like to go ahead and put the 5100s on the front but I'm unsure as to what coil I should use. I have a brush guard on the front so I'm leaning toward the OME 2883 (because of the extra weight) but have read the OME 2883's ride quality will be "extremely rough" unless enough front weight is added. Also, there's a user review on the OME 2880 (on Amazon) that says the 5100 is not compatible with the OME 2880: "According to Bilstein you can not use the OME 2880 spring with Bilstein 5100 adjustable front struts because the spring is too tall and it keeps the strut maxed out and it causes the strut seal to fail. The Bilstein 5100 adjustable strut is only tested with and designed for the stock 4runner spring. I learned the hard way by causing my strut to fail and go to leaking." - Brent Robertson Anyways, my current front springs seem to be in decent shape. Could I possibly take out the old spring and use the 5100s instead? (as mentioned in the comment above). Or do you suggest using the OME 2883 or even the 2881? P.S. I have not come across any other reviews that talk about the incompatibility of the 5100s with other OME coils. Sorry for the long comment! Thanks in advance! Hope you've had a nice weekend :)

[@PhoRunner]

The 5100 instructions do say they aren’t compatible with ome but many have ran it. I ran 880, 881, and 883 (currently) and they all fit fine. It definitely fits in there so not sure what the reviewer is talking about. I ran 880s for a few years and 881 for about a year then now 883 for over a year now. The 5100 aren’t leaking. For 906, id probably run 881 with that weight on lowest perch. Maybe 2nd perch but the front might be taller so I’d do lowest perch to see.

[@ivandirtysanchez4938]

Awesome!

[@77magnuss]

You could probably use a floor jack on the opposite side/passenger side of rear axle and jack it up to help lower driver’s side.

[@PhoRunner]

Possibly but I’m not sure it would have been enough

[@jacobtaase3]

Hey man! Awesome video, I just had a question about the torqued weight and such. How do you make sure they're at the correct weight when putting nuts on lugs back on without an air gun or tools like that? I'm about to install a 2-inch lift with the Bilstein 5100s at home so I don't have air tools. Thank you!

[@PhoRunner]

You don’t need air tools for this job. Just a torque wrench or good and tight :).

[@jacobtaase3]

@@PhoRunner Thank you very much! Another question, did you need any spacers or anything for the rear lift?

[@PhoRunner]

Nope, just springs. If you got it wrong and it sags , you can add a spacer on top

[@dlim1984]

Nice vid, thanks for doing this and being so detailed about it. When you were replacing the fronts, would placing the jack on the floor under the lower control arm also work to relieve tension on the bolt?

[@charliebrown7203]

Hi mate awesome vid can I ask what tyre size and offset are you running there? Any rubbing?

[@PhoRunner]

These are 265/75/16 on stock wheels. I think the offset is 15mm

[@_adamrodrigo_]

Great video! Not sure if you mentioned this already, did you end up using a diff drop kit?

[@PhoRunner]

I didn’t. We’ll keep an eye on it!

[@_adamrodrigo_]

@@PhoRunnerhoping his cv boot doesn’t tear like mine did

[@ML-dl1cp]

@@PhoRunner I was seeing CV grease after doing my2" lift, but I couldn't find any damage to the boots. Turns out what happened was hyperextending the linkage to get the front struts in/out literally squeezed the grease out of the outer boots and loosened the boot clamps a little bit. Replacing the clamps fixed everything right up.

[@Skybusdriver]

Awesome video, do you think this simple lift kit will add more stress to the CV boots and rear diff system? I’m thinking about doing this to my 2002 SR5 4runner. Thanks brother!

[@PhoRunner]

Rear no, mine actually put the driveshaft angle back into spec. Front, yea, the cv boot won’t like the new angle so might sling grease around

[@Skybusdriver]

@@PhoRunner thanks for the heads up brother!!

[@jeffluker1895]

I'm doing basically the same exact lift on my '01 right now and was wondering if there's any need to upgrade/extend the rear bump stops? I've seen some people mention it and wondered if I should be ordering any more parts. Thanks for the great work!

[@PhoRunner]

Everything stock for this lift should be fine. Ignore my other comment lol. Wrong video :)

[@alziegelejr6262]

Hey bro I want to ask you what upper control arms do you recommend for 2000 Toyota 4 runner i’m putting the 0ME 883 springs in with the nitro charger shocks I really like the video big help when I install mine

[@PhoRunner]

Spc/mevotech or jba are good uppers. I have spc

[@ShaunCapoferri]

So I like how you used the prebuilt front assembly what parts would you recommend for 3" lift?

[@PhoRunner]

Ome 883 or toytec superflex

[@joeyrobertson8262]

Great videos. Hello from NC with a 2002. Putting in a 3" Rough Country lift... 2.5" front and 3" rear... along with tie rods and all four ball joints using Moog (made in USA uppers and Mexico lowers)... fingers crossed but they seem solid. With the lift, what are your thoughts about longer stabilizer links, panhard kit, and diff drop that some people suggest?

[@PhoRunner]

How much for those lowers? See if you can source oem ~$230 with bolts. 2nd gen rear links I think can be used in front of our 3rd gen. The stock front can be moved to rear. Panhardbar I hear does wonders to the road manners. My vehicle bounces a bit back there. Diff drop doesn’t seem to work tbh. It doesn’t seem to do anything.

[@joeyrobertson8262]

Got lowers for $120 at Advance Auto after discounts... they are already installed... I know how you feel but think they'll work ok. I will do the links like you say and maybe the panhard bar if I find it bounces too much. Thanks!

[@PhoRunner]

All good. I’m all for saving money hehe. Let us know if you run into any trouble. I usually stick to made in Japan or usa if I can for moog.

[@jrayala2819]

Thank you for the videos. What city are you in? I just got my 2002 stock 4Runner.

[@PhoRunner]

Fresno ca

[@yoda1090]

Great tutorial videos. I recently installed the 4runner 6112 and 5100 with OME 906s in the rear on my 97 3rd gen, however I am having a rubbing issue with my tire against the UCA only when the front end is jacked up (full droop). I know I am supposed to get an alignment, but will it remedy this issue? The 6112s don't require aftermarket UCAs and I didn't push it to the highest setting (set it up in the middle, 5/9 notch). Any advice would be appreciated :)

[@PhoRunner]

That won’t help the problem. You will need wheel spacers or upper control arms to clear that problem

[@ericmayernick7804]

Best how to 3rd gen lift

[@PhoRunner]

Thanks!!

[@chhharlotte]

Thanks for the video. How do you find the pre assembled front shock with the 4runner hat? They are unavailable now on the link provided and I am struggling to find an assembled option!

[@PhoRunner]

Everybody’s got issues these days sourcing parts!

[@aaronalisilizer7226]

Hey just came across ur video very helpful have one question. I’m planning on doing this kit but ? My 4runner is a 97 sr5 2WD would I have to change my CB axis in the front did you had to change your upper control arms they need to be replaced anyways, but if they do, I might as well spend money on the right ones other than that if not, I’ll get the original OEM’s info helpppp

[@flexapex9801]

This might be that lift I go with. I’m torn between Land Cruiser rear Springs and struts. Or this one

[@PhoRunner]

Decide by deciding what tire size you will go with