Rough Country Rav4 Lift Kit Install

Sup folks. I went with the RC lift kit due to the extra components you get (in comparison to other kits on the market) to keep everything as close to spec as possible.
I have a 2020 Rav4 Hybrid XLE.
WhEEeL SpEccSsS: 255/70/r16+0 Pacer Nighthawks
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PARTS
Godspeed Project Rear Adjustable Control Arms:
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Coil SumoSprings Custom Helper Springs for Coil Spring Suspension - Rear Axle
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Specialty Products Company 81290 EZ Cam XR 17mm Adjuster Bolt - Pair
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2.5 INCH LIFT KIT
TOYOTA RAV4 2WD/4WD (2019-2021)
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LEXIVON 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wrench 25-250 Ft-Lb
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Huge shoutout to @blk.yota.rav on Instagram. He helped answer a lot of questions for me about his experience with the RC lift.
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I know some folks have had issues with their RC kits but after 3 months, I have only had minimal vibrations around 17-20 mph. BUT after installing new tires recently, that vibration seems to be gone.
I also installed Godspeed rear adjustable toe arms to get my rear camber back in spec.
Coupled that with EZ cam bolts, and my front camber is also back in spec.
The only spec that can't be adjusted is the caster (at least with my setup) but it's not too much of a concern.
Besides caster, everything else (Alignment wise) is back in spec, which includes Toe and Camber for front and back.
I still wish there was a front subframe drop kit for the 5th Gen Ravs, but so far Traxda is only company that make those components. Sadly, they still refuse to sell those components separately and still require their whole lift kit to be purchased. These components would ultimately help get the front CV joints back into spec and ideally stop any axle binding or 'vibrations' while driving. As for now, I should be fine. No extreme vibrations that I am concerned about. I also only installed the RC lift up front and did NOT stack it with Eibach springs (in the front). I did however stack my Eibach springs with the RC lift in the rear.
Speaking of the rear, you'll notice I also installed Sumo Springs to help progressively support weight. They hold up really well and allow me to have a more cushioned ride when unloaded and a stiffer ride as I add more weight. That's one pro over a stiffer spring. But, in time, I may finally jump to a stiffer spring. For now, I'll stick with this setup since it's also my daily.
Any questions? Drop one or feel free to troll me ;)

[@luisacevedo324]

This is one of the best newer rav4 videos BY FAR that's made for and explained on installs. Way to go Brother.. And thanks 👍👍 10:19

[@BrwnShinobi]

Loving the Rav4!! It was on my list for possible build projects! Hopefully I'll catch you on a trail! Great video

[@davidwayne9982]

I use to do all my own work-- have to pay someone now.. GREAT video though... thanks.

[@michaeltammaro482]

Excellent instructional video. Thank you. Beautiful color. Beautiful RAV4! Enjoy! How high is it actually raised though? 2 1/2"??? Does it really make a big difference?

[@TheFlyboy102]

It would be awesome to have a video of all the things you have on your car I have a 2020 RAV4 hybrid did the tow hitch install love the roof rack you have and awning would love links, or names of all the products you have on your car

[@spaseyota]

Been on my to-do list for some time now 🙈

[@trdshortbus8009]

Okie that’s awesome!! Nice Rav man!

[@RADIORUNNER1966]

I have a 2019 rav4, le, had installed a RC 2 and a half lift by a good off road shop a month ago, everything went well < looks great but because the 73100 kit didn't come with needed shims for the drive shaft support bearing , because the shaft support bearing is in stock placement I developed a shaft vibration at or near the support bearing , How do I know that its there ? well at 20km to 40km I feel the vibration in my seat , the sweet spot where its worse is 30km under torque, at no other time does it reveal itself.. the RC 73100 kit is well made , why wasn't the shaft bearing shims and longer bolts included with everything else ...? so of you install this equipment watch out for torque vibration,

[@ChrisPowellSays]

How did you get that front bumper on your XLE??

[@garymeredith2441]

How did you take care of the wiring for the hybrid system when you lower down the rear crossmember LP off-road does not make a lowering kit for the rear suspension because they don't have an extension for the wiring harness for the hybrid system .

[@Ficotronic]

Nice vid! could you share the tires that you installed?

[@lamesamelame]

Interesting 🤔. My 21 LE fwd has Cast Steel Knuckles. Your hybrid has Aluminum knuckles...

[@Emmi2503]

great video, do you know if this will fit the toyota rav4 2009?

[@dbroncos090]

Also, what brand are those black side running boards/step plate??

[@pjimpin]

What’s the total cost of the kit you used if you don’t mind me asking?

[@jordanmccallum5104]

I recently lifted my 2022 Rav4 xle with RC kit and stacked with eibach springs in front and rear, I am experiencing similar vibrations/shimmy when accelerating in the 15-25mph range...what brand tire did you first purchase and what tires did you switch to that you believe removed vibrations? Do you believe that any of the added alignment components you installed also could have aided in removing vibrations? Your feedback would be appreciated.

[@spaseyota]

I didn’t stack the front. That’s the main reason I didn’t do that.

[@codywyant2299]

So you didn't do the added springs in the front, you just did the back springs?

[@tripplepproductions5771]

I am experiencing the same thing I have a 2020 Toyota RAV4 adventure package I will drive and I added the roof country 2.5 inch lift and now at about 18 mph to about 28 mph from acceleration from moderate to harsh, I am experiencing a shimmy , i’ve done research and I’ve looked under the truck. The CV axles look actually not too bad at rest or under load now I’m wondering if maybe the driveshaft needs 1 inch spacers or 1 1/2 inch spacers on the center support bearing for the driveshaft can come down. Maybe possibly that could be the problem I’m not sure only research could find out.

[@Carubines]

​@tripplepproductions5771 I'm experiencing the same thing I did space it out it fixed another but noticed that the bearing is sitting straight which it needs a drop and an angle

[@tripplepproductions5771]

@@Carubines bearing? You talking about the strut bearing ? Or ? And what did you space out ? I’m trying to figure out why it’s vibrating so much only at those mph though

[@chantalle2869]

Did you have any issues with vibration? Did you have to shim the drive shaft at all? I'm noticing vibration as I accelerate from stopped, but its fine once I'm at speed.

[@spaseyota]

Only had vibration issues before alignment and new tires. After that the vibration at low speed was gone. My front bumper weight could be playing a part in weighing the front down just enough to further reduce any vibrations that I would otherwise have noticed.

[@Kaartik_Gupta]

What kind of mpg do you get on the hybrid with all the mods you've done? Lift, tires, roof rack, etc

[@spaseyota]

18-28 depending on how loaded I am.

[@connorsomers3250]

@@spaseyotadamn sacrificing 10+mpg on the hybrid models and probably getting more vibration with mud tires over street tires

[@shaneyellin4831]

I just bought a used prime and the dealer threw on new street tires. Going to get a spare set of wheels and off road tires that I’ll put on for adventures and then I’ll keep the other ones for the 95% might be a good way to maintain mpg then sacrifice it when needed. Spaseyota is looking cool though.

[@6ixthstage845]

@@connorsomers3250still better than what a tacoma/4R would get

[@brienshieldon228]

What size of tires you’re using during winter season??

[@jc23858369]

Silly question? I just ordered a Rav 4 LE. I want to install a RC lift kit as well. Most everyone that I see "lifted" has a "Rake", meaning it not level and sits a little higher in the rear, compared. Is that something people prefer? Personally.. I want mine perfectly level.. Do you think I will need a levelling kit as well as the lift kit?

[@brienshieldon228]

I keep playing your video again and again, On your air lift where the hoses goes through??

[@LasPhoenix777]

I want a Jeep. My husband said a lift kit our RAV 4 will be just as good. Barring the need to drive over a literal mountain. Thoughts?

[@cg_xiii]

Would you still recommend this lift? I have a 2020 Hybrid XSE and I’d love to get into some of these deeper mods.

[@dbroncos090]

How long did it take to complete the RC kit install?

[@jeffbassett6830]

Is your Rav still wobble at free after 10 months? I have the same kit, same tires, I just don't have the adjustable control arms but I have that 30 kmph shake people seem to have.

[@spaseyota]

No shakes unless I gun it from a red light.

[@tripplepproductions5771]

I get that shake from 18ish mph to 28mph cruising or harsh acceleration… what could it be to fix it ?

[@HaydenGarrison-rq1sw]

What size tires and wheels are you running? What was the offset of your wheels? Thanks!!

[@CaliliFN]

Wheels?

[@Catrachoforever504]

Excuse me, where can I get those rims?

[@tripplepproductions5771]

Hey buddy, are you getting any vibration from 18 mph to about 28 mph when you accelerate from a dead stop to a moderate acceleration to a harsh acceleration if you could please reach out to me if you don’t mind I don’t know I just added the lift kit as well but now we’re getting those issues 2020 adventure package

[@spaseyota]

I have a hybrid so the suspension is dialed a little differently than your adventure. You probably have a higher lift up front than me and now you are experiencing axle bind. Try not to accelerate so fast and that will minimize the issue. I had the vibrations more intensely at first but they have dissipated now. I also take off from dead stops super slow. I’d recommend getting front subframe spacers for the front. Only company I know that makes them is Traxda.

[@tripplepproductions5771]

@@spaseyota thank you I’ll look into it, I was doing research, I’m thinking about doing spacers for the front subframe and I also seen some 1” spacers for the center support bearing. But I feel like the transmissions is the problem here, if I manual select the gears on “S” and on a dead stop if I am in 8th gear ans start to go I don’t get that shimmy, could it be the transmission? Or maybe it is the axle binding up. Hmm. I wonder if they make better aftermarket axles for those

[@-emme-nguyen4404]

I have the 2019 Hybrid with the RC lift also. I do have the thumping sound on my left rear. Am I able to grind that piece out like you did without taking off the whole thing?

[@spaseyota]

You’d have to take it all apart.

[@car24dude]

Time for a off road test

[@chantalle2869]

How did you deal with the airbags? We are having issues with the line kinking because we can no longer go through the bottom of the spring.

[@spaseyota]

You can’t run bags with this setup. I removed mine and opted for the SumoSprings.

[@chantalle2869]

​@Caleb Spase ooooh ok!

[@Carubines]

What did you do with the drive shaft vibration?

[@manny2562]

I don’t know much about this type of vehicle but when I had my 01 jeep Cherokee I put a 3’ inch and needed to drop the transfer case to realign the axle and the vibration stopped

[@brienshieldon228]

Any thoughts because when i full turn to lift side there’s a grinding sound and no sounds when i full turn right.

[@brienshieldon228]

Change the cv axle

[@KBWGH]

What's the MPG on this?

[@SnowWolf0124]

How much for everything bro ?

[@lincolngutke]

This helped soo much. Thank you. Doing the same thing to mine.

[@lincolngutke]

The Godspeeds were a huge help too.

[@T.Escamilla11]

Curious to know what your alignment specs are after the alignment. I installed the RC kit over 2 years ago without the Godspeed and cam bolts. Thinking of buying them to improve alignment.

[@spaseyota]

Everything is back to spec except the Caster.

[@TansRav4]

@@spaseyota anything you noticed that was negative for the car after installing? thinking of doing a 2inch lift as well. also, whats your mpg now? thanks for sharing the video.

[@Carubines]

​@@TansRav4I got all terrains and 2.5 and can give me almost 400 miles

[@2024tacotrdoffroad]

What rock sliders are you using

[@spaseyota]

RRW when they used to make them for Ravs

[@brienshieldon228]

Hello after installing it wheels need alignment and wheel balancing??

[@manny2562]

You should always get alignment when working on a vehicle’s suspension

[@brienshieldon228]

When on dead stop and accelerate 18mph to 28mph i experience shimmy or vibration any one knows or suggestions what was the problem??

[@spaseyota]

Cv axles are binding. Try accelerating slower. If you have an adventure trim, this issue is more profound. If you’ve stacked lift kits up front then you need to reduce to a single kit. Also consider getting subframe spacers, and motor mount spacers for the front. Which may require you purchase the Traxda lift kit which includes these parts.

[@Shaheeno12]

do these mods work on the hybrid ?

[@spaseyota]

That’s what’s in the video. A hybrid.

[@Shaheeno12]

@@spaseyota do you think it is worth the mpg sacrifice ?

[@spaseyota]

@@Shaheeno12 for me yes. For others? Up to their personal goals.

[@janhbhugo5085]

You know when you say new tires maybe mention what they are ? He gone .

[@spaseyota]

You could just ask a question? Falken Wildpeaks AT3W.

[@coverado]

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[@Keyooshi]

I'm so tired of these lame creators' how-to videos that don't show the end result in action or barely show it at all.

[@spaseyota]

@@Keyooshi I owe you nothing. If you need to see it in action then you probably don’t need to be doing this in the first place widdle kid.

[@Keyooshi]

@@spaseyota LOL you're so butt hurt over the comment, "widdle kid". Is that the best you have? Grow up and improve your content. Wow, you're embarrassing yourself.