3rd gen common problems after lift.

Looking to install a suspension lift on my 3rd gen. Mainly for added weight capacity and some height/articulation.
But..
There seems to be tons of after effects.

Needle bearing vibes, alignment issues/wandering, sway bar relocation? , carrier bearing drop just to name a few.

Anything else to add to the rabbit hole I seem to be going down?
I find my self wondering if I can add weight capacity without adding lift.

Thanks in advance!

 

How much lift?

you cant increase “weight capacity”, you just decrease how much sag you get when you load it up.

I only went with a 1.75” lift with 5100’s and single AAL plus Firestone air shocks with Daystar cradles. This stopped the sag when we tow or carry lots of gear with no articulation or ride issues.

 

You're right.. I am trying to gain less sag with added weight.
2-3" all heavy duty leaf packs seem to add that amount of lift with out blocks right?

 

A lot here seemed to do ok with that much lift, but others had the issues you mentioned. Seems under 2” is best to avoid all that. That’s why I went with the air shocks too.

 

Sure seems like it.. I got a new noise just going to 265s...

 

Remember 2" on a 3rd gen is equal to 3" on a 2nd gen. At least according to Toytec.

 

Just do the ECGS bushing and find a good alignment shop. It's all worth it.

 

I did 5100s on the 4th setting about 2 inches in the front, 1/4 shim on the drivers side, ECGS clamshell for added insurance, front diff drop and a one inch rear block with a rear carrier drop. Then added new oem trd 4runner pro wheels with 265/70/17 Toyo Open country AT2s SL rated. Drives better than before, no rubbing, no vibrations, squeaks, rattles just no issues what so ever. My speedometer is dead accurate and gas mileage is the same as the new tires and wheels were the exact same weight. Could not have been any happier and in fact I did the same exact set up for my Son's 18 DCSB. Once again the same outcome, no issues but we did his on the 5th perch for a complete level look. Mine has a very slight rake and being on different settings up front, they both drive nearly identical but mine is a DCLB.

 

A common reply to adding weight carrying capacity is airbags. A cheaper option would be sumo springs. They replace your factory bump stops. Benefits of airbags with no maintenance and super easy install. They have 3 different weight capacity’s. One that adds 500 lbs, 1000, and the heavy duty. When your empty they should not effect ride or add lift but when loaded they help your leaf springs to carry the weight. Check them out on YouTube.