Outstanding video. Best one I have seen yet for the ReadyLift leveling kit on the Tundra.
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I am glad you liked it.
@thomasgeary90702 жыл бұрын
Best install video I’ve seen, will be using it as reference when I get my tundra! Thanks!
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I hope it helps!
@Abdul-mh5zh4 ай бұрын
Thank you for making me confident to do this in future!
@TundraMods4 ай бұрын
I am glad to hear that. I am installing a 6 in lift kit now and will upload videos about it too. In case you are interested! 🙂
@steveknopf39543 жыл бұрын
Step #1 (front lift 3" spacer on both wheels) is complete. Took me about 10 hours but that's counts some breaks for food, beverage, run to the hardware store so it's not a complete 10 hours. Worst part, lower the front dif and figure out how to tighten those nuts up at the top. There's no room for your fingers. Putting on the front sway bar wasn't very easy either. Note: I did not put the skid plate back on because I'm going to have the alignment done in a couple days. No sense putting it back on only to have them remove it to do the alignment. Tomorrow I'll tackle the rear spacer.
@ulkesh783 жыл бұрын
I've been thinking about doing this, but wasn't sure about the complexity. You made it pretty clear, thanks for the vid
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Hello, thanks for your comment! Same happened to me because of the instructions that came with kit, hadn't the level of details that I needed. The must difficult part for me was when I was tightening the lower control arms to the required torque due to the limited space. I looked like spiderman below the Trundra pulling that torque. 😁
@Joeshmofoshoyo3 жыл бұрын
Perfect video for this install thank you for excellent camera work and step by step instructions
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 🙂
@Carnal04293 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the effort in putting together this video!
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@kevinvoyer50533 жыл бұрын
Hello there! I commend you for sharing your efforts to raise your Tundra. But to go through all that effort to end up with just stock struts and shocks! When for just a couple hundred or so more than the spacer kit, you could have installed the same system I have on my 2019 Colorado Crew Cab,4x4, V6. The Bilstien 5100 Struts/Shocks. That when you deduct the cost of the spacer kit that you would not need to buy, from the Bilstien setup, it’s really worth it for two good reasons. That would superior dampening and added suspension travel at both ends, when you add that block in the rear. The improvements in my Colorado were more than worth it! I was able to fit 33” tires, with great bottoming out resistance. It’s really great how I can now drive over speed bumps and off road hits with out bottoming out! Plus the extra control I get, especially when towing my Grey Wolf 24 JS, 26’ travel trailer at 4,400-6,300lbs. max! Not like it’s a ZR2 or anything, but pretty dam good!
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! Your comment remember me a Jeep Wrangler JK 2014 Willys Ed. that I had before. I installed an AEV 3.5in lift kit on it. This kit came with everything including Coil Springs, Stabilizer, Bilstein 2100 Shocks for the font and rear sides among other stuff. Also had 35in. BFGR tires on it. It was really great and very smooth ride but obviously cost me 1.2K approx. by that time. It is definitely notable the difference among kits depending on the height and parts replaced to correct the geometry. I am happy so far with the ReadyLift kit I have installed because in my case is a family truck 😊. I don’t go for serious off-road for now. The only problem I have now is that I want to see it higher 😊. Thinking on 6in lift kit and bigger tires. It is in my to do list in near future and for sure for that height I will have to replace everything as you mention. 😊
@drayray40093 жыл бұрын
Finally a no bs video! Thank you!
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@leereyes3259 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the detailed video. Best one I've seen. 👍👍👍
@TundraMods Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 🥳
@AlexRamirezDrummer3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for making this video. Really easy to follow!!!
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 🙂
@dohiii2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, best how to video I've seen. Any suggestions or problems since install? Posted about a year ago now?
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Thanks I am glad you liked it. 🥳, no issues so far. I am happy with this kit. The only problem I have now is that I want a higher lift kit.😁 Doing research on 6 in. lift kits.
@toddytwotones2905 Жыл бұрын
My lift came with new upper control arm to allow tolerance for added camber
@TundraMods Жыл бұрын
Nice! What lift you have?
@jorgecardona49013 жыл бұрын
Very nice work and well explained... very helpful
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot 😊, Glad it was helful!
@johannesvanhoek90802 жыл бұрын
Excellent video and you have a new subscriber 😊👍
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
I am glad to hear that. Thanks for your support! I have a lot of things to do to my Tundra this year! I will start to publish more new mods videos soon!
@ozzie30562 жыл бұрын
Invest in a 1/2 impact. Some of these bolts are really stuck on.
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Definitely, that will help a lot! 🙂
@adam105325 ай бұрын
How has the lift been all these years later.? Any regrets or breakdowns ? Great video by the way very Informative.
@TundraMods5 ай бұрын
Thanks man!. No issues of any kind associated to it so far. The only regret is not choosing a 6 in. lift kit instead. I already have an RC 6 in. lift kit on my garage. I will be installing it next week!
@adam105325 ай бұрын
@@TundraMods did you ever use 4wd offroad on this lift?
@orlandoodm5 ай бұрын
@@adam10532 Few times on sand but nothing hardcore. Maybe I shouldn't consider it as offroad to be honest. 😬
@adam105325 ай бұрын
@orlandoodm I am just doing my own research. I plan to get the same lift and do some offroading on the weekends, no rock crawling or jumps
@TundraMods5 ай бұрын
@@adam10532 IMO this kit can be a good fit for ocational light offroading, leveling, and better look. If you plan to go often maybe you can consider to upgrade the structs/shocks too or choose a more complete kit. In my case I am going te replace it by a 6 in. Kit and I went with one of the cheaper kits because I am just looking for a more agresive look. 🙂
@richardmaxwell44893 жыл бұрын
Can you tell me weather the leveling kit lowered your gas milage and to what, please.
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
That’s a good question! In my case I see a small decrease in MPG but I think it is due mostly to the new tires installed ~1 in. higher. I replaced tires right after installing the lift kit when I went to align it. But even without replacing tires I also think that can be an impact on MPG due to the change in the aerodynamics if driving regularly on highways specifically. The reason I think it is a possibility in this scenario is because the front is lower than rear side from stock. Therefore, air displacement at high speeds should be better compared with truck leveled like my Tundra. This is just the rationale behind what I think make sense but not 100% sure about it 😊.
@betinis916Ай бұрын
Are there 4 alignment plates per side that I need to mark out? How bad is the alignment after the lift?im currently in the middle of this install and am having difficulty loosening the 24mm lower control arm bolts
@TundraModsАй бұрын
Yes, it is recommended to mark all of them. No alignment issues so far. I went to a near PepBoys the next day I finished the install. They only told me that the alignment took more time than expected. I recently installed a 6in lift kit but never had an issue with the ReadyLift kit installed in this video. I didn't use it on this install but an impact wrench will help a lot. I got one for the 6in lift kit and it saved me a lot of effort and time. If you don't have one you can try to apply some lubricant, extend the length of your wrench or ratchet using a tube, use a piece of wood to hit the wrench or ratchet. I am not sure what tool you have but these are some ideas that helped me in similar situations when an impact wrench was not available.
@markphilippsjr3 жыл бұрын
great camera work
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it! Thanks!
@lvang052 жыл бұрын
How does it ride so far? Did you put on front bump stop extensions by chance? Any noise when going over bumps?
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Same quality so far. No front bump stop extensions. There is a particular moment that I remember where I heard a noise. Steering wheel was rotated all the way to the right over a bump at less than 4 mph. The noise was like when you hit a metal tube against another one. It was a short sound. I think I can try to replicate the scenario when I get a chance in order to identify the cause of it.
@lvang052 жыл бұрын
Nice. I got the same setup just installed it yesterday. I heard alot of people suggesting to get get bump stop extensions or spacers for but I called customer service and they advised me that this kit doesn't need it. So I'm kind of in middle. Also after install and alignment my front sits half inch higher then rear.
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
I am curious what's the new front height? I noted same quality ride after I installed this, how about yours?
@mebrannon13 жыл бұрын
Great video good looking truck
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jeffgrizzle5476 Жыл бұрын
Did you not add the spacer for the Sway Bar?
@TundraMods Жыл бұрын
Yes, I did it but forgot to include that part in the video. I uploaded a photo here www.tundras.com/media/20210408_205437.26883/
@soulrebel8083 жыл бұрын
Good stuff. Well done 👍🏽
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 👍
@nicolasb56133 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@Trd20203 жыл бұрын
Great explainable video
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Jr-qp3qo3 жыл бұрын
Truck looks great! Can you please post a link to the leveling kit you use. Thank you!
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Here is the link: www.amazon.com/Readylift-69-5175-ReadyLift-Lift-Kit/dp/B00IOYREIK
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
And here is the product link: www.readylift.com/3-f-1-r-sst-lift-kit-toyota-tundra-trd-sr5-rock-warrior-2012-2018.html
@Jr-qp3qo3 жыл бұрын
@@TundraMods thank you!
@1971lemond3 жыл бұрын
Do I need skid plate spacers for a 2 inch front lift in my 2008 tundra 4x4 double cab?
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
That's a good question! Generally speaking, I understand it depends if your lift kit comes with front differential spacers and its height. For example, this kit came with ~1 inch front differential spacers. Therefore because of this, the skid plate had to be dropped around ~1/2 in. in the rear side using 3 spacers. Now there is around ~1/4 in. between the skid plate and the differential, otherwise the skid plate can’t be installed. I hope this help!
@chapinrv7403 жыл бұрын
thank you, great job!!!
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! :)
@tamS6002 жыл бұрын
I saw you removed the sway bar but Did you reinstalled it??? 🤔🤔🤔
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Hello, I didn't include in the video. I forgot during the editing. But yes I reinstalled it. There is a picture in the following link about how it looks. I hope this helps. www.tundras.com/media/20210408_205437.26883/
@ika56632 жыл бұрын
Great video
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@bigtvideos35142 жыл бұрын
Did you have any problems with tire alignment after the install?
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Hello, no alignment issues so far. I went to a near PepBoys the next day I finished the install. They only told me that the alignment took more time than expected.
@rivasider13 жыл бұрын
Muy buen video. Loved it bro
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Gracias! I am glad you loved it! 😊
@steveknopf39543 жыл бұрын
Wow! This is a major under-taking. I'm 4.5 hours in to it and I've completed the front driver side only. I still have to do the passenger side and I just realized I have to put the spacer in for the differential. That's going to add some time, no doubt. I also now realize the front driver side wheel is lower than before since we've added a 3" spacer and the spring doesn't want to move without weight on it. Is it better to just jack your truck up roughly 3" higher than it already is and put the wheel on or is it an option to use your jack to jack the lower control arm up higher so the wheel will now go on it?
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
I will jack the truck not the lower control arm. Safety always first. 🙂 I sent you a msg. related to the other question in another vid. How you finally placed the shock bolt in position?
@steveknopf39543 жыл бұрын
@@TundraMods Yes, I got it shortly after I posted my previous post, which is why I deleted it. I was able to get the bolt through by tightening the spring bolts a bit more and jacking the lower control arm with a jack. I played around with it a bit, wiggling and hitting it with a rubber mallet and it went through without too much trouble.
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
@@steveknopf3954 Awesome, I am glad that you solve it! It takes some time and a lot of patient to get it done. But and the it will be very satisfactory and you will learn a lot about your Tundra. 🙂👍
@MrGunner9452 жыл бұрын
what was the before ride height?
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Hello, Before ride height was: Driver Front 36 1/4", Driver Rear 38 3/8", Pass. Front 36 1/2", and Pass. Rear 38 7/8".
@Carlosarincon100 Жыл бұрын
Did you install the sway bar spacer?? I didnt see you installing them.
@TundraMods Жыл бұрын
Hello, yes I did it but it isn't in the video. I uploaded a photo here for reference. www.tundras.com/media/20210408_205437.26883/ I hope this help.
@Carlosarincon100 Жыл бұрын
@@TundraMods Thank you!
@TheTruth-fb4be3 жыл бұрын
Do you need to loosen up the alignment cams to lower the lower control arm and remove the strut? (So that I don't have to mess with the alignment settings later)
@ozzie30562 жыл бұрын
Yes they have to be loosened otherwise the control arm will be stiff and won't drop down on like in the video. You'll have to align the car regardless. You should definitely mark them, your alignment won't be so bad.
@RoFlo.3 жыл бұрын
Why do you need to put a spacer on the front diff?
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Hello, That's a good question! It came with the 3.5 in. Ready Lift kit. I understand it is necessary to correct the geometry changed by the block spacers installed over the suspension. In my opinion these spacers helps to keep the quality of the ride and avoid the overstretch of the axles.
@RoFlo.3 жыл бұрын
@@TundraMods that makes so much sense, i'f you block the front suspension and front diff do you need top lift the rear as well or can you get away with just leveling the front?
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Good question! I understand is not necessary to lift the rear diff because the front lift since both are connected to the transfer case independently. There are some kits that provides different heights for the front and rear side. I like more the leveled style but having it a litter bit higher in the rear side can be good for heavy loads. In the other hand having it a litter bit higher in the front side give it a more aggressive look in my opinion. It is just matter on how you want it to look like, always considering the limitations and necessary parts.
@huy-tuannguyen61512 жыл бұрын
good video
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I am glad you liked it!
@canconservative89763 жыл бұрын
Is that the 1794 Badge?.... Top of the line Tundra there.....
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Yes, that is the 1794 Edition. 🙂
@mtmitchell343 жыл бұрын
Did you put the spacer on the sway bar? It comes with one correct? By the way, this is way better than Readylift's own video! Great stuff!
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yes, I also installed the sway bar spacers that came with the kit.
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Hello I uploaded a picture of the spacer installed. Here is the link: www.tundras.com/media/20210408_205437.26883/ I hope it helps.
@mtmitchell343 жыл бұрын
@@TundraMods . Thank you!. I literally started today and got to the point of marking my alignment bolts before I lost sunlight! This really helped.
@nathanb91742 жыл бұрын
Did you have to lower the wheels with the tires on first to get the suspension to get into place before putting the sway bar back on? My sway bar is not reaching forward enough to get the bolts in. Thanks.
@TundraModsАй бұрын
@@nathanb9174 I am sorry, I don't know how I missed this question. The answer is yes, lower the wheels completely to install the lower link bolt to the lower control arm. I know is too late for this answer but wondering what you did? Also, in case someone have the same question.
@jenniferbowen12093 жыл бұрын
what size of tire are you using ?
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
In this video it had stock tires P275/55R20. I already replaced all by bigger tires 275/60R20. I will upload a new review video of this lift kit soon. In this new video you will see how it looks with bigger tires. There isn't too much difference but looks great too I think.
@the-handy-fixer3 жыл бұрын
Installing mine now but stuck at adding the front diff spacers. How on earth did you get a wrench on those lock nuts to tighten them down?
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Same happened to me! I used the open side of a regular wrench.
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
I was wondering if you could install it? 🤞
@the-handy-fixer3 жыл бұрын
@@TundraMods I got it! Used some vise-grips and was able to get a bite in them and torqued them done.
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
@@the-handy-fixer I'm glad to hear that! 🎉
@LTYFLY3 жыл бұрын
How long did it take you to do both front?
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Hello, about 8-9 hrs. approx.
@LTYFLY3 жыл бұрын
@@TundraMods really? Looks like it could be done 3-4 hours just for the front?
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Yes, probably with some help, or an experienced person and the right tools. I wished that I had an impact air tool for this install. That can really improve the completion time I think.
@LTYFLY3 жыл бұрын
How did you loose the alignment bolts? Mine are impossible to loosen.
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Hello I used a breaker bar 1/2 by 24 inches. Here you can see one similar to what I have: www.amazon.com/Neiko-00206A-Premium-Breaker-Length/dp/B001222378 I hope it helps!
@markdejonge91433 жыл бұрын
When is the next video coming?
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Hello!! Thanks for asking. The second part of this video is the skid plate install. I will upload the second part this week. You can also find the third part (rear lift kit install) in the following video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p37CXnmwbZeVo9k I am currently working on a video about a summary/review of my first mods, including hood scoop, lift kit, Anytime backup/front camera, and bed tonneau cover. I also ordered 2 sets of Spidertrax wheel spacers 1.25 in, and a wireless charge for cellphone that will be installed in the arm rest. For the wireless charge, If everything works as expected I will be able to add such functionality with less than 50 dollars :). I will be doing a detailed videos for these installs too. My goal is to have this ready at some point on December in the next 2 weeks probably. The led lights, TRD air intake and TRD exhaust comes next :).
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Hello I hope you are doing fine. I just wanted to let you know that I uploaded the second part of this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2rXqXath8uBg7M I will do my best to keep uploading videos more often, at least one every one or two weeks! I have a lot of stuff in queue for my Tundra. :)
@Pishing8053 жыл бұрын
Good job!
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gary! I still have additional content pending to upload about this install. I will upload it hopefully by next week.
@georgioantoine41942 жыл бұрын
Do you work for Toyota? 😀
@TundraMods2 жыл бұрын
Hello! No, I don't work for Toyota.😎 But I really like to do stuff like this :) on my free time.
@chrissmits32153 жыл бұрын
Sway bar?!?!which is not easy...hello
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
I also installed the sway bar spacers that came with the kit. 😊
@chrissmits32153 жыл бұрын
@@TundraMods send me a link to ur leveling kit so i can see what the sway bar spacer looks like
@TundraMods3 жыл бұрын
@@chrissmits3215 Hello I uploaded a picture of the spacer installed. Here is the link: www.tundras.com/media/20210408_205437.26883/ I hope it helps. You can also find a view of it in the begining of this video at 0:36. The sway bar spacers are the rectangular small solid blocks with 2 holes located in the middle of the table. Don't hesitate to ask me if you have questions or need additional info. 🙂