I’m new to the forum and new to Land Cruiser all together. I’ve acquired a 1975 with a 5.3 vortec power and I’m trying to sort out the best suspension/ tire combo for both ride comfort and the way it will look. I’ve placed a photo of the existing set up. The 40 is in KS getting some body work and items handles by the seller, Jim, and Landcruiser Restorations.
I would like to have a set up without the large gap between the top of the tires and the fender, but need to avoid the rub if I can. The photo I’ve put up I’ve highlighted this area blue. I’m also placing a photo of a tan rig that I like the proportions on. I’m not going to off road a lot and definitely not in anything too serious. Just looking for a fun rig to share some time with my wife in around town.
I believe the current set up is a 4″ Man-A-Fre lift kit, 4.88 gears, front disc brakes, power steering with tilt, Bilstein shocks, limited slip rear end, shackle reversale kit, extended slip yoke driveshafts.
the questions are:
1. Is this simply too much lift and if so what should be done to get the proportions right
2. If the lift is good, do I need bigger wheels or just bigger tires?
Thanks for any guidance in advance
I would like to have a set up without the large gap between the top of the tires and the fender, but need to avoid the rub if I can. The photo I’ve put up I’ve highlighted this area blue. I’m also placing a photo of a tan rig that I like the proportions on. I’m not going to off road a lot and definitely not in anything too serious. Just looking for a fun rig to share some time with my wife in around town.
I believe the current set up is a 4″ Man-A-Fre lift kit, 4.88 gears, front disc brakes, power steering with tilt, Bilstein shocks, limited slip rear end, shackle reversale kit, extended slip yoke driveshafts.
the questions are:
1. Is this simply too much lift and if so what should be done to get the proportions right
2. If the lift is good, do I need bigger wheels or just bigger tires?
Thanks for any guidance in advance