Lifting 1985 4Runner Rear End

[ISOLATR]

I'm thinking about installing these longer shackles in the rear. Anybody done this before? Do I need to think about shocks, cables, hoses (gas tank), brake lines, drive shaft?

Shackle-Large 6"

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[gnob]

Adding like an inch isn't much of an issue. LSPV bracket. Pinion angle is going to change some.
Those plates will also need to be drilled out to 18-19mm too.

 

[Northwestern]

If your looking to just lift the rear an inch or 2. What about doing something simple with a toytech lift

B-15-P - Toytec 1.5" Rear Blocks (without u-bolts)

Enhance your ride with Toytec's 1.5 Rear Blocks. Perfect for lifting and leveling. Shop now for quality suspension upgrades!

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[ISOLATR]

If your looking to just lift the rear an inch or 2. What about doing something simple with a toytech lift

B-15-P - Toytec 1.5" Rear Blocks (without u-bolts)

Enhance your ride with Toytec's 1.5 Rear Blocks. Perfect for lifting and leveling. Shop now for quality suspension upgrades!

www.toyteclifts.com

According to that add Amazon says these will not fit my 85 4Runner. But that's a good alternative if it was the right size. Thanks.

 

[ISOLATR]

Or I could go with this which again, Amazon says they won't fit.
Amazon product ASIN B004JAXM4S

 

[gnob]

Its pretty simple to build a shackle. 2x3/8 flat, a 3/4 drill. Some nuts and bolts.

I would imagine the toytec block would fit with some slight mods or a ubolt flip kit.

 

[hman913]

It depends too on what length shackles you have currently. A 1" longer shackle typically yields only 1/2" of lift.

 

[ISOLATR]

So, I've settled on this. I can afford it, I can do it myself in Chris's driveway (although he doesn't know it yet, lol), and I won't need to make any further adjustments. I'll get the 5". As I go I'll take some pics of measurements and let you all know how it works out. Thank you for all your input.

Greasable Toyota Shackle Kits

Our shackle kits feature threaded zerk fittings. Factory size 18mm bolts with crimp nuts. Zinc plated plates. Polly bushings included. […]

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[ISOLATR]

Turns out my rush to lift the back is not necessary. Everything looks nice and straight.

 

[ISOLATR]

Now I'm wondering if I do a spring over on the pop up to get more clearance for the steps, how will it affect this?

 

[gnob]

The trailer is going to be 4" higher.
A different tow tongue(stinger) would probably be my solution.