AHC Sensor Lift + Override Switch Brainstorm

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I think all that makes a lot of sense. I thought about the Japan 4x4 spacers as well, but ended up keeping things fully stock from an AHC standpoint (minus King Springs, I guess that’s not stock).

Primary reason being that using an override switch to keep the truck in “low” at driving speeds, whatever height that may actually be, is accomplished by disconnecting wheel speed sensors. That deactivates the TEMS portion of the hydraulics (variable stiffness, comfort/sport). Also, from what I’ve read, it’s unclear if any unwanted effects on things like ABS or ATRAC would happen as well.

I think it may still be worth exploring, but I’m personally quite happy on 33s with no lift at the moment, great ride, and knowing that things aren’t under much extra strain down there. Japan 4x4 spacers leads to making a switch, getting a diff drop, closely watching CVs, new alignments, maybe new upper control arms, etc. I’m not at the point where I need that for my adventures nor does my wallet need it.

I’m also on 33’s at the moment with a very small sensor lift. It does great but if nothing is broken, fix it ‘til it is!

I think that I could get the diff drop, shock spacers and end links for $600ish which seems like good value for money to me. I’d also have to consider what to do with coils though but that’s no biggie.

You do bring up a good point about upper control arms, I’m sure the OEM arms would be fine at ≈1.5” N lift but when in H they might give issues. I definitely don’t want to go down the UCA route as from what I’ve seen the aftermarket options can be problematic, seem to require babysitting and they’re expensive.

I remember there’s a long Japan 4x4/AHC lift thread but can’t seem to track it down. Anyone know where it is? Edit:

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