Lift for FJ45 LWB?

[Timbo FJ45]

I am having a hard time trying to find a lift for my FJ45 LWB.
Does anyone know what would be the best and where I can purchase it?
I was thinking of a spring lift. Not really into doing the spring over the axle.
Maybe 2.5" or more?

 

[Leaping Deer]

Check out Old Man Emu (OME) for the 2.5" lift. Kurt with Cruiser Outfitters sells them among others.

I wanted 3.5" of lift and called Alcan to have custom springs made. Took them about a month to get them built. May people swear by them. I also went this option as I have a heavy non stock bed, winch, cage ect and I gave them the weights of my truck.

Is not cheap to lift a 45.

 

[Timbo FJ45]

Great. Thanks for the info.
What tire size where you able to go with, on the 3.5" lift?

 

[Leaping Deer]

I'm planning on running a 35". I don't have the springs installed yet.

 

[2manycruisers]

Hey Timbo, where in NM are you? Do you know of High Desert Cruisers? We have a club forum page here on Mud.

OME is your best best for lifting your 45. Man-a-fre or specter might sell 45 rear springs, I'm not sure; they aren't easy to find in the states besides OME. I bought OME for my troopy from Kurt at Cruiser outfitters, but I haven't installed it yet. I think 35s would be a bit of a tight fit for off-road, depending on shackle length, but probably just fine for on-road and mild off-road.

 

[76FJ40]

My 45 LPB came with 2 1/2" lift springs from SOR.

 

[Chamba]

Timbo,

Like David said, I think 35" would be tight with OME. I have the 2.5" OMEs on my troopy with 33x10.50x15 BFG A/Ts, and there is plenty of room for any kind of wheeling I do. I have never had any rubbing issues with my OMEs. 35"s would fit, but I am pretty certain they would rub with any serious flex.

Overall, I have been very happy with my OMEs. I have the old Aussie-made ones on my HJ47, and the newer Asian-made OMEs on my FJ40. There is a slight but noticeable difference in fit and finish, but the ride, etc. all seems to be similar.

Cheers,

Josh

 

[Timbo FJ45]

Good to know. Thanks.
Still haven't decided if I want to stick with my 33's or go for the 35's.
My lift needs some help. Right now its just an add a leaf in front with an old Rancho 2.5" springs in the back. It kind of sits funny. Gotta fix it.

 

[Timbo FJ45]

Found this picture on a Czech off road forum.
Never seen a 45 like this before. Most be custom made?

 

[Timbo FJ45]

Hey David,
I am in Albuquerque. Where are you? Didn't know about the High Desert Cruisers club forum.
I'll check it out.

 

[2manycruisers]

I am in Santa Fe, but the club and most members are in the abq area. Check it out, fun group of folks, very family oriented. Most are getting soft, tho, and going to 80-series. I'd love to see your lwb. I sold mine a couple years ago and I miss it.

We have a club meeting on 8/8 IIRC. I think I'll be at this one and bring my troopy.

 

[DanS HJ-45]

Tim:

Definitely bring your 45 if you can make the meeting 8/8. I should be there.

I'll also recommend the OME. It's what my 45 will get very soon. You can easily run 33s with the 2.5" lift.

Dan

 

[Timbo FJ45]

Hey Dan,
I'll try and make it. Going out of town today for a while. Should be back in time.
Cheers -Tim

 

[45hopin]

Timbo, a member on mud, krzyabncanuck, has a 2 1/2 lift on his 45 and it looks killer. Just a heads up.....

good luck....george

 

[Timbo FJ45]

Thanks George, I checked it out. Looks pretty sweet.

 

[Ghetto Fireman]

4" lift on my 45. Alcan springs, 2" Downey Shackles. 35" MTR's

 

[Chamba]

Hey Ghetto, that 4" lift looks really good on there- but it looks like someone may have accidentally painted your roof red. How do you like the Alcan? I have a friend in Boulder with them on his FJ40, and he loves them. Are they still pretty smooth with the HD rear springs?

Timbo,

I'll second Dave and Dan's remarks on the High Desert Cruisers bunch. They are a great group of guys- even if they are mostly soft 8o drivers. Dave has taken over the role of token Troopy member at the meetings in order to bring a touch of class to the street full of grocery-getters. They could sorely use your FJ45 in the mix.

Cheers,

Josh

 

[Ghetto Fireman]

I love them. I plan on installing them on my 1965-45LWB. Rides much better than stock.




Mike

 

[Owyhee Jackass]

Give SOA some more thought. I never thought I'd do it, but am very glad that I did. If you do the work yourself, it's practically free. I've FJ60 axles, cut and turned the front and used the 60's front springs. It rides smoother than my wife's 80. Every spring lifted vehicle I've owned or ridden in rides rough as hell compared to it.

Dan

 

[Timbo FJ45]

Some great suggestions. Thanks.
I'm thinking Alcan springs might be cool. I already have the shackles and was really wanting to go with 35's.

Ghetto, looks like it still fits in the garage?