Still Best Toyota 4Runner Suspension?! Eibach LONG TERM REVIEW & UPGRADE!

[@TinkerersAdventure]

Great video! I like they included threaded body ride height adjustment at an entry level price point. Also glad to see the zinc plating held up. My bilstein 5100 on my 1st gen tacoma looked horrible after just 1 winter in the northeast, even with 1 coat of fluid film.

[@TinkerersAdventure]

and thanks for the shout out!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Yeah they don’t use salt here much, but I was impressed. And you’re welcome for the shoutout! Your videos are a huge help!

[@duran4689]

This guys video quality and production is top tier. I may not even own a Toyota but watching this guys content is great. KZbin really needs to throw more ppl this way

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Thanks! Much appreciated. Yeah I'm definitely having algorithm issues. Gonna just keep pushing forward and try to ignore it.

[@EibachUSA]

Glad you are enjoying the kit Jason! Great video!

[@trd_addict77]

After your 1st video I purchased this Eibach suspension and we are super happy with it. Also, we run Toyo Open Country AT3 285/70R17 with no rubbing. OEM wheels.

[@jimmyj5038]

Are you running aftermarket UCAs?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

@@jimmyj5038 Nope. This is covered in the first video also. I was able to get the vehicle aligned. Stock UCA's are just fine.

[@trd_addict77]

@@jimmyj5038 Nop, OEM. Cero issues. Perfectly aligned.

[@menemismix]

That’s good to hear. How much height do you have to fit 286’s?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Quick note... Even if you keep your stock suspension I'd highly recommend fancy progressive bump stops. They make a big difference off road... taking out the harsh edge from rocks, holes or ledges. My upcoming Tacoma video will cover this as well. Eibach, Durobump and SumoSpring are all awesome options.

[@davidgonzales82]

Does your 4runner have KDSS? If so what are your thoughts on the system?

[@tuckerhiggins4336]

You lose uptravel though

[@ChloeKuo]

Great follow up and check in! I should do the same with mine!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Definitely! Your Eibach Land Cruiser video is what made me consider those back in the day. 🤜🤛

[@numbr17]

I subscribed because I like the info as well as the "real people" vibe I get from Jason and his family. I love that he seems like a guy you'd run into on a vacation, and just chat with for a couple of hours about everything 4Runner. The videos are informative, and professionally done, while being light hearted/fun at times.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Thanks man!

[@InGratitudeIam]

I like your approach to this. It's really helpful. I ended up getting the Elka 2.5s with reservoirs (front & rear). I did use the Eibach springs for the rears and love their ease of adjustability. The Elkas allow for both low & high speed adjustments for dampening. This setup, the Elkas with the Eibach springs makes towing and the occasional indulgent trip to Costco a breeze! Thanks for what you do.

[@rossipremier]

Thank you for mentioning tinkerers video, it is one of the best 4runner suspension. I wasn't previously considering these before as I have experienced using the Bilstein kit on my truck and was planning to use them on my 4R eventually.... But being able to set the height, the rear reservoir having a bracket, and including the anti-rotation pin on the rear shock that the fox TRD pro has is a nice touch. A lot of other brands just let the hose keep the body of the shock from rotating

[@franklong6269]

Great video. I just installed the Eibach 2R-Truck, 2.0 coil overs and rear reservoir shocks that you installed on your four runner. I installed them on my 2009 Toyota Tacoma, 4-wheel drive. I need to replace all four tires and get them aligned, but the ride improvement is noticeable over the OEM shocks it replaced. My OEM rear shocks were cheap Bilsteins and the OEM ride was always harsh and unforgiving, even when the truck was new. The Eibach ride is "cushy" comparatively. It floats over rough roads, and I only feel bumps from large potholes or bridge expansion joints. I think the new tires will improve the ride even more. Even when I hit a pothole or expansion joint, the shocks cushion most of the blow to the wheels. I also need to re-torque the upper and lower control arms and I think that will slightly improve the ride. Also, getting the truck aligned should help the ride also. Overall, the ride is the best I have seen on a Tacoma. It's not a cushy Lexus ride, but then Tacomas are not Lexuses. I knew that Tacoma's steel frame structure would always have a truck-like ride when I bought it. However, with the Eibachs, over 95% of rough daily driving road bumps go away and the truck floats over them. This is exactly what I wanted. Couple this with the million-mile warranty on these shocks, the ease of installation, the ability to adjust the front ride height without taking the shocks off the truck, and the quality of the ride, and I doubt there is a better shock available at this price range, or even twice this price range. Also, you don't have to "rebuild" these shocks every 40,000 miles, which you do have to do with Fox and King shocks, and that would literally drive me crazy. These shocks should last 100,000 miles, which means they will easily pay for themselves compared to cheaper options.

[@True77]

Kind of the perfect setting to test the new suspension! 4Runner looks great and its nice to see how much the height changes after a year of settling. ✌️

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Thanks dude!

[@victoryengineer]

Cool. We've got the same suspension, rock sliders and a similar center style front bumper except mine is a Victory Blitz aluminum bumper. I love my Eibach 2R suspension.

[@nitty728]

Always appreciate your attention to detail Jason!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Thanks! I try to make DIY more approachable. My target audience is essentially myself in my late 20's before I started any of this stuff.

[@lucasr5675]

Great video Jason. Super nice explanation and the best part of all is that you got your family being part of it. Please keep the great content coming!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Thanks! That’s always my goal.

[@jonmetropoulos5108]

I just saw the flag in your garage! Go Griz!!!!!!! Love the 4Runner content-Just picked up a ‘23 TRD OF premium. Love your insight into these awesome trucks.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Awesome and congrats! Man, I miss Missoula. We went through there last fall and it was so nostalgic. I show some of my old stomping grounds in a video... Getting a GFC Tent... Published early January 2023. Go Griz!!!! Class of 2006

[@jonmetropoulos5108]

@@JasonExplainsThings Nice! I’m class of 2009 so I was definitely there at the same time. From Helena, and settled in Helena. I’ll checkout that video. Cheers and Go Griz!

[@sdstrait]

Great video on wear after a year of use! I have been using the Stage 2R kit for exactly a year now (just under 20k miles) and couldn't be happier with it as well. I am actually very impressed with how it handles washboard gravel roads.

[@davestewart9146]

I really enjoyed your video, thanks Jason 👍😁

[@weecho27]

Great video. Looking forward to installing my lift next weekend.

[@timthetrailman4563]

Great video. Good choice on suspension. How cool is it that Eibach upgraded you at no cost.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

It was pretty rad on their part!

[@roaming_buffalo_001]

Great video, a lot of great info! But the leafs! They made the video😂

[@eyesea123]

Dr KDSS just recommended these reservoir shocks to me personally. I can't wait to get it done on my 24 ORP w/KDSS! Thanks for the review. I'm new to the mod world but want a lift and 33" tires, so I'm learning...

[@sharingstoke]

I’m in the same boat, want a lift and 33’s. Looking into different options, I have a 2023 sr5 premium 4x4. Let me know with what you go with! 🤙

[@eyesea123]

@@sharingstoke I ended up going with Bilsteins reservoir shocks and springs and Dirt King control arms, with Falken Wildpeak tires and Rocktrix wheels. Install in 2 weeks. I can't wait! Just got her tinted. The crew that is doing the install races in Baja with Dr KDSS Domonique so I trust him when he said to go with Bilstein instead. I don't want maintenance issues.

[@wutyousay]

Great video Jason! Are you planning on doing a giveaway of your old rear Eibach shocks?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Most likely not. Giveaways don't seem to work well on this channel. I've tried a few times with poor results.

[@gregsobek722]

God bless you also, don't own a Toyota. I'm a Colorado guy. Very much appreciated and enjoy your enthusiasm in your videos 😊

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Thanks Greg! We have another Colorado video filming very soon.

[@gregsobek722]

@@JasonExplainsThings great, can't wait to see it ! Be safe and keep enjoying your life 🙏

[@TheKingfish21]

Just ordered a set for my 15 trd pro with jba upper control arms and deaver leaf springs...be done in few weeks haha love how thorough your vid is, helped me make my decision!

[@sharingstoke]

Let me know how it went! I have a 23 sr5 premium and am learning! 🤙

[@theTHiiiNG]

Yay foreground leaves! Great video 😊

[@JasonExplainsThings]

HA... many thanks. So much art.

[@thomasshaw2194]

Thanks for the in depth review! Always appreciate your videos and other Toyota content. It would be awesome to see how the kift accommodates a larger tire size.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Excellent!

[@12Bravojeepstuff]

The maxxis razor at's look great and they perform well. We have a set on our daughters grand Cherokee WK. Might want to check them out for your next tires set 😉. Love the long term test video. I have been eyeing the Eibach stage 2r for my wife's 2022 4runner. I have two sets of the Bilstein 5100's on our YJ and LJ wranglers. Love them. Thank you for the vids.

[@toobsguy]

Finally got my Stage 1 installed and couldn’t be any happier. Thank you for all of the precious responses. Regarding the Eibach rear bump stops. When you centered the mounting plate, did you notice any issues with the actual bump stop not hitting centered on the axle? Centered the plate during install and it seems like the bump stop is hitting only the front of the axle. Figured I could just move the mounting plate further to the rear but wasn’t sure if this has been an issue?

[@adroitredtiger]

Those foreground leaves!! Love them! 🍃

[@plaid7273]

Thank you so much for this video, the installation guide was a blessing. Made my install go smoothly.

[@pookelaq]

I have the 2R kit on my tacoma and I love it.

[@zalllon]

Face on your review last year I ended up going with the Eibach non-reservoir kit. Initially I wanted to get some RRW rims, but importing them from the US was just too expensive. Because I prefer the black look on my 2022 Trd off-road, ended up getting the TRD Pro wheels. With those either putting on Toyo tires AT3 285/70 in a C load. At full flex, no, rubbing in the back, and only had a little bit of rubbing in the front to which I trimmed the inner fender well at the front. Although I am happy with the set up, I do want a little bit more lift in the rear, so I retain rake closer to stock. I currently have the Sherpa full roof rack with Westcott Designs ladder, and some steel skid plates with front aluminum skid plate.

[@pheonixfps9248]

Did you move the vehicle back and forth when you first fitted them, to allow the wheels sit back into their onroad compliance sit? Most people fail to do this and measure incorrectly.

[@mmikefhc8202]

Related to 5G4R: 275/70/17s that are true to their actual mounted/installed diameter most will clear on a 2.5-3" lift and if they do rub it's usually only at full lock while in reverse. However, there is overwhelming feedback reported and I've experienced this myself, Falken ATs and MTs tend to rub where many others do not to the point you may need to trim and or push back the front fender liners. Many of Falkens aggressive truck tire offerings measure slightly taller or wider or both.

[@ejshelby5460]

quick question, for the bilstein 5160, can the reservoir be mounted/bundled to the shock body instead of the frame? I used that two-hole/8 shaped black brace for my F150, but for 4runners, they seem to sell the frame-mount kit?

[@thejdshipley]

Love the shoutout to Tinkerer’s Adventure. That’s such a great channel. Please put bigger tires on your 4Runner. 255/80R17 are true 33s, weigh less than 285s and will rub less than 285s due to the narrower width. Pizza cutters for the win!!! Plus it’s what I have in my vehicle and I’m trying to decide what to go with to lift it. A video of yours would REALLY help.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Yeah I'm like going to go your suggested route or 275/70/17. I'm leaning towards 275 Falken Wildpeak AT3W. It's pretty important to me to have a C load tire instead of E load. C load performs better in the snow and sand... and is better on road as well (because the 4Runner doesn't weigh that much). Also if I go with 275 (32.4" tire) my speedometer won't be off by much. With my Tacoma I'll likely go the 33" route, but that will require re-gearing and clearance work. But we'll see. I appreciate your advice!

[@thejdshipley]

@@JasonExplainsThings Interesting…I’ve got FW AT3W 255/80/17s on my 4R. Just checked the stats on their 275/70/17 load range C. That one’s 5lb heavier than my size. I can’t speak to snow and sand performance. Are you saying that the better road performance due to the 4R not weighing much is because the tire is heavier? Just curious. As far as trimming, I’ve only had minimal trimming of the front bumper in the well. Haven’t tested this at full bump/lock yet. Also no lift yet either. I would still expect very little trimming based on what I’ve seen from the Tinkerer’s Adventure videos. Also, while I do plan to regear my 4R now that I’ve got 33s, I will say that it’s not exactly necessary if someone would rather not do it. My 4R still has plenty of get up and go, although I’m in Houston so the hilliest terrain I encounter is an interstate overpass. At 75mph, I’m only 3 mph off. I just set it at 72mph and it moves fine. Very little gear hunting.

[@thejdshipley]

@@JasonExplainsThings love your channel by the way!!!

[@trailrunnah8886]

​@@JasonExplainsThings I looked into 275's, the juice isn't worth the squeeze, IMO. They're more expensive, and HEAVY, especially the Falken. It's a real shame that 255/80s only come in E range.

[@HermanSudirman-e8i]

hi Jason, nice video. Just want to ask does you 4runner have the KDSS?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Nope.

[@Logan-st7vb]

Tell it like it is, Amy!

[@jimmyj5038]

Nice video. Was thinking of buying the eibach lift and was checking to see if you had to upgrade the UCAs. Was there a big difference between the two rear shocks while off roading? Thanks, God Bless!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Yeah like you can see in the first video I was able to keep the stock UCAs with no issues. Not a huge difference with the new rear shocks. I think the difference becomes noticeable during extended trips.

[@armourbl]

Eibach having a sale right now and you can basically get the Stage 2R kit for the normal price of the Stage 2 kit. For a 4Runner that mainly will be used on road, is it a wise upgrade to 2R or better with 2? Looking to manage nose dive, body roll, etc., but don't want a super stiff/jarring ride on road.

[@_novaya_republic_]

I’m installing eibach 2.0 fronts with rear bilstein 5100 rear

[@frodobe_tbaggin3146]

How low do you air down the tires when you go off-roading? I have 2021 TRD ORP with stock wheels and stock size Toyo AT3W. I will most likely end up getting the same kit early next year.

[@InGratitudeIam]

You might consider using OEM TRD Pro wheels, or similar width and offset, and trying 255/80 R17 A/T tires (33"). "Pizza cutters" have better traction off-road than the burly/manly 285s, 295s blah, blah, blah. Plus you don't need a body mount chop and you're not shortening the life of your steering components and drivetrain. Just a thought. Ask Kai.

[@trailrunnah8886]

I have this lift in my spare room waiting to be installed on my 4R, and that's the size tire that I'm planning on going with. I only wish they were available in a load range C, and not only E.

[@EverythingisFire]

I'll have to look into these. I'm most likely getting a Gen. 4 4Runner so I'm doing a bit of research. Heard plenty about Bilstein's as well as Fox. I wonder where Eibach's sit compared with those two. Edit: As soon I stopped typing, you make a comparison. Thanks!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Bilstein is great too. I’ll have a Tacoma suspension video in January. But the Eibach system is a much simpler install since it’s all assembled for you.

[@gm3430]

Great follow up. Do the new ones work with oem upper control arms ?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Yep... still stock UCAs. You can check out the first video. I go over getting the truck aligned and show all the specs after the work was done.

[@gm3430]

@@JasonExplainsThings gonna order the upgraded version- thanks for the vid!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Nice and congrats! It's cool they're in stock too. I ordered the first kit Nov 2021 and waited until April 2022 before I finally got it.

[@TRD_Cueto]

Excellent content! For my 2022 T4R I'm debating on the Pro 2R kit or the Bilstein 6112/5160 combo but I keep coming back to the Eibach kit...

[@JasonExplainsThings]

SO... for my Tacoma I did the Bilstein 6112/5100 combination! I owe you all a video about it. The entire install and review has been filmed I just need to film a little bit more and then edit it together! Long story short since you are debating this now... if you're doing this install either way is a good option. The Bilsteins are slightly beefier (2.5" front rather than 2") and ride a little stiffer (less nice on the road but better off-road in my opinion). I actually used Eibach springs with the Bilsteins... again I need to get that video out. Apologies! The Eibach kit is much easier to install since you don't need to assemble a coilover, but that is doable with the right tools. For either kit I'd recommend upgrading the rear leaf springs to OME medium duties instead of a lift block (like the Tacoma Eibach kit comes with). That's what I did first and the ride quality was worse than stock. After upgrading the rear springs it was much better and had the same amount of lift as a lift block paired with a 5100 shock. And 5160's would be great... I went with 5100's to save a little bit of money.

[@0naquest]

@5:22 how much space is between the reservoir and the tire sidewall? Camera angle makes it look like its almost touching

[@JasonExplainsThings]

It is close but it does not move or flex from that point.

[@supitown6013]

I was hoping they’d make the rear reservoir shocks for the Lexus GX470, but it seems only the 4Runners, Tacomas and Tundras are lucky enough. You’d think if they fit the 4Runner, they’d fit the Lexus ☹️

[@gabesgodinez2233]

sorry i know its a old video but im a little confused by the numbers you said your initial numbers were (19 1/4) and (21) and after the lift you went to (22 1/2) and (23) but you say here your lift was 1.5 in the back which 23-21 is 2 inches, and front 2.75 but (19 1/4) to (22 1/2) is 3 1/4 inches so im a little lost on the math maybe im missing something, also thanks for the awesome videos.

[@ziv2liv]

Lifting became very popular here in the US, but I'm not even sure why is it necessary. It seems to me, that unless you're doing some serious rock crawling, for the average overlander it's a waste of money. To be convinced, all you have to do is watch some old video of Land Rover Camel Trophy from the 80s and 90s. Not of those were lifted or had bigger tires. They a huge challenges along those trips and did just fine.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

I’d say it’s all about what you want to do. A stock 4Runner is a very capable vehicle. Probably the only must is a good set of AT tires, and maybe upgrading a skid plate or 2.

[@mujtaballa3105]

Jason, I have a 2016 4runner TRD pro with the TRD bilsteins but they have about 200k. It rides fine but wanting to see if getting this Eibach suspension will be a definite improvement. I still want it to ride comfy.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

That’s a subjective question but I’m very happy with mine still.

[@TRD_Cueto]

Awesome video! What lift are you at over stock in this video and what tire size?

[@Cosaneo]

Jason wanted to quickly ask, with the eibach 2.5 inch lift, did three stock size tire and wheel look too small on the car?

[@troyheffernan1261]

Any floating down the highway?steering wondering?

[@eriknash8474]

I don't know if they've discontinued or not yet actually released them, but I don't see the Eibach rear progressive rear bump stops listed on their site and the link provided doesn't work.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Hey there! Thanks for letting me know. Yeah I don't know why they took it off. They're still available as part of the rear load leveling kit. But in the meantime I updated the link to an amazon link.

[@BADD400]

Good video I enjoyed your wife’s input.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Thanks! I’m glad she wants to be in these more! She gave a tour of a pop up camper she restored in a recent video. 🥳

[@BADD400]

@@JasonExplainsThings I’ll go watch that one.

[@jlcabra]

I bought the stage 2 kit after seeing that video, thanks! What is that rear hitch bike rack your using?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

It's a Yakima rack.

[@PeeekAB00]

You would still choose these over bilstein set up? I currently have 22’ 4Runner and ready to purchase lol

[@koalafan1576]

Ok, question. Why are there different colors of thread locker, what are the differences?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Different colors are different strengths. Weakest to Strongest is Green, Blue, Orange and then Red.

[@MandeepSingh-jl3nj]

How's the ride quality on road compared to stock?

[@a04a27]

good morning sir? when you were checking the ride height at the beginning, do you have things inside? none? did you fill her up upon checking, sir?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

It had gas in it. There wasn't any extra gear inside the 4Runner.

[@adolfomendoza2441]

What's the max height those new ones can give you

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Final ride heights are in the video

[@InGratitudeIam]

Wheels & Tires? I'm thinking of going the "pizza cutter" route. Yes, 275s will fit on my 4Runner without mods, but that's not worth the cost for the slight change in height. But with 255 80 17s, you end up with 33" tires that outperform 285s on slippery terrain. Also, because of the narrow width, you avoid the BMC and other dreaded wheel well mods. In fact, on the TRD Pro wheels, that +4 offset helps to avoid scrubbing. Go figure. It's as if the engineers knew what they were doing.

[@52hydra]

So you're saying I can slap 255 80 17s on stock wheels and suspension on a 23 ORP?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

I get that with the 255/80/17s. I'm leaning towards 275s so the speedometer is still accurate and we don't take a large performance dip. For my Tacoma I'll likely go with 285/70/17s along with re-gearing and a tune.

[@steveshalongo4856]

What 275 tire do you think you will choose? I’m thinking that might be the tire I put on my TRD OR.

[@jcmorrison5487]

@@JasonExplainsThings I have a 21 OR & initially had Falken ATW in stock size 265. After I lifted 2in front/rear I put lighter aftermarket wheels weighing 21.2lbs(stock wheels ~25 lbs), having a "0" offset & went with 275 Firestone Destination XTs which were the lightest E-rated in that size also having 3-peak mountain snowflake rating. These also weigh less than C-rated ATWs in the same size. I only had slight rubbing at full lock & articulating which was remedied w/ pushing the fender forward. Didn't really need to, but did anyway. Hope this helps.

[@Zach-mj7ds]

Great video! I have a silver 2018 ORP, definitely going to go with this lift due to the ease of adjustability! Any update on the tires? Would love to see 275s or even 285s on there.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

No update yet! Tires are expensive!

[@toddkroeger]

hello what bug guard do you use on your hood?

[@jmpjag]

Just had these installed, but after one day of highway driving, I lost abs system. Turns out the reservoir hit the harness and cut it. I removed the tire to take a look myself and don’t see any way you can install these without them hitting the rear axle. Any suggestions? Installer said this is bad design and they will call Eibach to see what can be done. Otherwise, the ride is great. May wind up downgrading to the ones without reservoirs, cause now I need to replace the abs harness and don’t need it to happen again as the harness is about $200.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Yeah I don’t know why without seeing it but I haven’t had that issue and neither has a few others I’ve seen in person. The non-reservoir version is great. I’m guessing the shop installed them incorrectly and is blaming the company. This stuff goes through quite a bit of R&D

[@jmpjag]

@@JasonExplainsThings bump stops were not installed. Would this help?

[@saskrider2-m1m]

Watching you haul the tent camper, your front end looks ridiculous sticking straight up.

[@TaylorHuston]

What's a good resource to learn about lifts in general? I'm picking up my first 4Runner tomorrow and I want to get it lifted at some point. It has KDSS, and I'm going to be using it for overlanding but not crazy rock crawling, so I don't need anything too crazy. I'm thinking about a 2" lift, but when I search for 2" lift kits for a 4Runner there is an insane amount of types, options, prices, etc.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

I highly recommend the YT channel "Tinkerer's Adventure." He has videos on KDSS and the benefits/compromises between different lifts. I'll link to one of his videos at the end of this response. I would say the Eibach setup I chose is a happy medium and I've been very pleased. You could save some money and go with Bilstein 5100's front and rear. The Eibach setup is easier to install yourself and has adjust-ability. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nISwiKpshbaJiK8

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Icon, Fox, Bilstein, Eibach are all great... Kings if you feel like taking out a second mortgage. :-)

[@wcjeep]

How are the BFG KO2's on wet PNW roads?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

They are pretty good. I now have Falken Wildpeak AT3Ws on the 4Runner so I’ll have updated thought between the 2 soon.

[@wcjeep]

@@JasonExplainsThings was looking at the new Falcon AT4W. Look forward to your update.

[@michaelburrell5687]

Hello, did you need to install a panhard correction kit with this? Thanks in advance.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

I didn’t but I might be on the verge of needing it. Apparently it’s more necessary over a 2.5” lift.

[@michaelburrell5687]

I got a vague response from Eibach, saying it wouldn’t be a bad idea, but not 100% necessary? I guess it all depends on if you feel you’re rear shifting on the road. I might just get it done all at once. Thanks for the response!!

[@MrSatchelpack]

@@JasonExplainsThings But isn't the rear only lifted 1"?

[@paultavish8833]

Did you do UCAs when installing the front coil overs? I’m doing my stage 2R next weekend but I’m concerned about any issues with alignment in the front.

[@AZRubicon1]

@paultavish8833 Did you put the kit in and did you leave teh OEM UCA's? I am doing this to my '14 4Runner and I have this kit on my GX470 and did not. I am wondering if they hit of come slode to the UCA and what alignment looked like before and after.

[@paultavish8833]

I haven’t installed yet, life for busy. But from what I’ve heard no UCAs are needed.

[@toobsguy]

Stoked the follow up video came through! Still running the stock UCAs, yeah? Still no issues with alignment? Looking to do this upgrade in a few weeks with the same lift and wanted to make sure I wasn’t going to need new UCAs. Also, what size tires are you running? Cheers!

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Hey there! Yeah still stock UCA’s and no issues with alignment. I still have stock size tires (265/70/17) but they’re BFGoodrich KO2s.

[@toobsguy]

Good to know. If going for the minimum 2.75” lift up front, any reason to go for the Stage 2 over the stage 1 if not planning on keeping stock bumpers and such? Or did you go with the Stage 2 since you have the added weight of your front bumper/winch?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Yeah I went with Stage 2 for the ability to dial in ride height without needing to disassemble the suspension.

[@brentphillips262]

Does it reduce or eliminate the crazy nose dive they put these out with? Seems wreckless for Toyota to sell these with how bad they nose dive when you hit the brakes even mediumish. My stock one is very squirrelly in my wife's words. I agree. It feels solid otherwise like on bumps, but safe max speed in any cross winds or gusts is about 60mph or Usually less! 60mph is pushing safety. It will just swerve and head to the ditch when a gust hits it in the side! Not safe feeling at all if its windy. Otherwise no issues with handling or freeway speeds. Steering is tight etc. No ball joint, Tie rod, or wheel bearing issues. Had it Aligned. Its all because if the springy stock suspension i think. Mine is a 16 SR 5 Premium. Bone stock. Think this suspension set up would help or eliminate the nose dive and squirrely handling in the wind? Ive been considering the Bilstein 5100 because of rheir lower cost and gokd reviews but these that you are using have great reviews too. Love your videos btw! Learning alot about my new to me 4runner

[@JasonExplainsThings]

I'll say that nose dive is much less. I had the winch bumper on there on stock suspension for a short time, and the nose dive was especially bad. I don't think the stock suspension is terrible. Since its a 2016 your shocks may be wearing out causing this to bother you more. But yes the Eibach suspension is firmer, does improve the on road experience, and reduces nose dive. But it won't become a VW GTI or anything. It's still a body on frame SUV.

[@brentphillips262]

@@JasonExplainsThings Thanks for the quick response. Makes sense. I was wondering if the stock suspension is just getting worn out too. I plan on upgrading the suspension, wheels and tires, and adding a stealth stubby front bumper winch set up. If I recall correctly you did an install video on one that sold me on it. I think it was you but I've watched so many 4 Runner channels who knows. Lol. Once I get the funds to do all this and not end up divorced we will see if it helps. Sounds like it will make a big difference. Happy to hear the nose dive improves with the upgraded suspension installed. Thanks again! Love your content

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Nice! Glad to help. I have a CBI discount code as well for that bumper as well.

[@brentphillips262]

@@JasonExplainsThings awesome. Thanks!

[@grantcarroll5696]

Watch your channel and Tinkerer's Adventure for build suggestions and tips since I own a 4Runner. Found obstacle course interesting - especially the section where she got high centered for a smidge. What size tires are you running?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

265/70/17.

[@ghost0595]

I run 285s on my stock 21 TRD OR with minimal rub to the mud flap, I’m sure this lift you can run it with no rub. Personally the 265s are tiny specially when lifted

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Spoilers for a video later this week (editing it right now). I went with 275s on new AEV wheels. I did have some rubbing in 2 spots... the front corner of the bumper and the mud flap. I needed to do a very minor trim on the bumper and pushed the wheel liner in to match. Now there's no rubbing there. It still has a very minor rub on the mud flap. It's so small and rare I will likely just leave it that way... maybe try the heat gun trick and see if I can eliminate it entirely.

[@ChaiNinja]

Question sir. Did you take off the xreas shock system?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

I would contact Eibach about that. I know it works with KDSS but beyond that I'm not sure.

[@jedmanaloto1302]

When is the Tacoma Bilstein 6112 video dropping? 👀 😅

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Likely in late October/early November.

[@thegiant573]

I run 275s on a Stock TRD So yea you should be able to upgrade tires.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Yep. There’s a video about it now. 👍

[@Treetopflyer777]

I may have missed it but what UCAs are you running? Great videos

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Thanks! They’re stock.

[@Treetopflyer777]

@@JasonExplainsThingsawesome. Thx!!

[@Treetopflyer777]

@@JasonExplainsThingsone other dumb question? Tires you use? Your setup looks great.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Not a dumb question at all. They're stock size. 265/70/17. Like I said at the end of the video, I may go larger soon. 👍

[@Treetopflyer777]

@@JasonExplainsThings they look great actually. I went 275 bc I didn’t want rub or didn’t want to do a BMC (often required for the 285s) Look forward to see what you go for next. Thx for the replies 👍🏻

[@DillyDillaaz]

Do you have upgraded UCA? If so what do you have ?

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Nope. Still stock without any issues.

[@DillyDillaaz]

@@JasonExplainsThings does your runner have kdss?

[@KirbyLouis]

want bigger tires? lift your suspension until your cv's/ucas are just before their limit. want bigger tires after that? start cutting hammering and get a body lift. and the only way to get the thing you want/need (ground clearance) ...is bigger tires.

[@devildog1168]

Go big or go home! lol go big with wheel spacers . Cause I think that’s the majority of us off roaders have!.. go big 280 70 r17 Do it.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Well, sorry to disappoint. But I’m pretty jazzed by how it turned out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnvUc3tvqZateMUsi=f1qfLXZRF2BUAZsp

[@steveoravetz6178]

I would like to see some green grass background too 😂

[@clamhandler8203]

You can't "feel the piston" It's inside the strut. If you could, that would be really bad. You are not somebody that should be listened to, cuz you don't know what you're talking about. You just repeat what somebody else tells you. You've never turned a wrench and it shows. Your opinion doesn't matter.

[@JasonExplainsThings]

Thanks for watching buddy!

[@stevegarcia3229]

SUV bro

[@Arbiter72788]

Watched 3 seconds and clicked off because your screaming chill out bro

[@JasonExplainsThings]

THANKS FOR THE COMMENT! I REAAAALLLY APPRECIATE IT! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!

[@TeppanGod]

eibach stage 2r was an amazing upgrade

[@JasonExplainsThings]

I agree. The 4Runner is a beast with that suspension.

[@a04a27]

using the eibach pro truck stage 2r also, i am sagging at the back. you guys too? please reply

[@Capone2525]

I'll take your old ones