2012 prerunner mild build

i guess i'll start a build thread, just to keep track of my progress.
i started with a 2012 TSS edition prerunner double cab. came stock with 20" rims an 265/50 toyo proxes stII.



my first purchase was a curt hitch, and then a custom fit wiring harness. next up, i got a set of 5100s from downsouth motorsports, and a set of 2" aal from topguncustomz.com. those sat on a shelf for a few weeks while i read everything i could find on lifting.

also during that time, i added this aero 2525xl with resonators. love it!



i found this leer topper/shell on craigslist, had to drive from biloxi to valdosta ga. to get it, but the $500 price was irresistible. good opportunity for first roadtrip







found these 17x8 fj wheels on ebay for $688 shipped. they have a +5 offset and 4.76 backspace. bought a set of michelin 265/70 17 at 2. installed on 30mar12. with no lift, this combo rubs slightly, mostly when backing up.

pic stolen form google


pic stolen form google
front no lift


rear no lift


side no lift


my son and i installed the aal today, and will do the fronts tomorrow. i'm planning on setting them at 1.75"

i was amazed at the difference in hieght that the tires gave me. after adding the aal, i was astounded. it is so high in the back. it reminds me of my 2007 tundra a lot. pics tomorrow

 

looking good.

 

^^^^ thanks!

adding some more pics of the aal only. just randomness before i start the front

 

i expect the rear end to settle a bit more, but its ok with me, i like the rake. not gonna go with 2.5. glad i didn't go with .85 though/




no rubbing at all.


loaner spring com presser from autozone

 

had alignment done this am. toe was off .4 sweet!

 

Looks good sir...really like the wheels!