Mild Lift

[orttauq]

I am looking to replace the OE springs on V2 due to age/mileage. I am not really interested in a huge lift since I hope to still get it parked in the garage. I know there are several 2.5" and up lift options but I do not see anything less than 2.5".
Would it be smart to get OME 'stock' replacements (.75 nominal) and then maybe spring spacers or just deal with the 2.5" medium duty kit. Not interested in huge tires and high clearance just a better look (less station wagon) and better over-all ride both on and off road.
Going to replace bumpers but will not have swing-outs or winch...well not yet

How much lift is this? (to get an idea)

 

[schradec]

I'd start here:

OME Lifts discussion for the FAQ


My personal opinion based off of what you said above would be stock NEW springs or stock hight OME springs and 30 MM spacers front/rear. Would give you the most minimal lift over stock while still sitting under the 2.5 mark, and probably closer to 2in once bumper is on/full tank of gas etc...I am no expert however so read and re read the above link for your best bit of info.

Cheers!

 

[greentruck]

OEM Toyota stock coils are IIRC no longer available, so OME stock height coils are it. The nice thing about them is no caster correction is needed. You may be able to add a little spacer and still not need it, but don't assume that you won't.

You will love how the truck handles after the install.

The OME set-up works quite well with the Toyota Tokico shocks, so about as cheap in parts as you can go with this. If you have a bunch of junk up front, you may find the Tokicos can't dampen it all. The OME Nitro Sports are a good substitute if that turns out to be the case; BTW, mixing the shocks works well (someone in Classifieds will be happy to buy the extra set of Tokico front shocks if need be.)

Per the opening pic, looks like a 4" lift, but it's been a long day, maybe it's only 2.5"?

 

[LiftedLexus]

That picture looks like a 6 inch lift. Look into TJM 2'' lift kits. Better spring and shock quality compared to OME and Slee IMO (OME and Slee are obviously still top notch though). They also make progressive springs which would give the best ride of any of your options if you aren't going to add hundreds of pounds of extra weight. If you truly want the best ride quality I would go with the TJM 2 inch with the progressive springs and their tiger adjustable shocks so you can really tune to your preference. Most require a different shock setting in the front and rear which is not possible if your shocks are not adjustable. Here is a link:
TJM FJ80 Land Cruiser Suspension Kit - 2" Lift
I would stay away from spacers.

 

[GW Nugget]

I'm bitting my tongue...
What @greentruck wrote.

The lift in the pic is hard to say, it's at an angle in driveway. But look at the top of the garage door compaired to the Cruiser roof. It's a tall lift. Taller than 2.5"

 

[Heckraiser]

Another vote for OME stock height replacement. If you don't need any lift, try the springs on their own first and then add spacer later if you deem it necessary (or if you've got enough room under the garage door).

The picture you posted--assuming 315 tires, that's gotta be over 4" of lift, if not more.

 

[greentruck]

I suspect y'all are right, lots of tire under there, so at least 4"...but then you're in a whole different kettle of fish.

 

[orttauq]

Thanks all. I posted that pic because it being in front of the garage door. It looks good and all but is too much lift for a DD.

 

[decoco]

I just installed the 2 inch with ironman foam cell shocks and ironman springs. I'm very impressed.

 

[orttauq]

I just installed the 2 inch with ironman foam cell shocks and ironman springs. I'm very impressed.

This? Ironman 4x4 FJ80 Suspension - 2" Lift Kit

 

[decoco]

This? Ironman 4x4 FJ80 Suspension - 2" Lift Kit

The drop down has a few options. I bought the lift with the foam cell shocks. That exact setup, and I'm very impressed.

 

[orttauq]

The drop down has a few options. I bought the lift with the foam cell shocks. That exact setup, and I'm very impressed.

Do you tow or have any extra weight on them? And which springs? The performance, constant, or extra constant?

Thanks

 

[bhsdriller]

This is a 2.5" ome lift, that one is way taller

 

[decoco]

Do you tow or have any extra weight on them? And which springs? The performance, constant, or extra constant?

Thanks

The only thing I tow is my fat ass.
The retailer I bought them from had two options; they said do you want stiff or comfort, they said if you plan on putting weight on, put the stiff. I'm planning on not adding bumpers or much else for the time being so I went for comfort. It's good for now.

 

[orttauq]

@bhsdriller Is that yours? If so what size tires are those?

 

[bhsdriller]

@bhsdriller Is that yours? If so what size tires are those?

yes...they're 285/75/16

 

[orttauq]

yes...they're 285/75/16

Thanks

 

[Azca]

I have a 2.5 OME lift on 35s and it fits in the garage just fine. Most commercial parking garages may be a problem though. I run my antenna so it is a tad higher than the rig and watch it when I enter to make sure I will clear.

The OME medium lift is a bit stiff for me off road. I wish it was more compliant as it tends to beat us up unless we air down to 13 to 15 lbs...

 

[Dragos80]

Top picture at least 4". Maybe @NLXTACY can chime in, since his rig looks almost the same height.

 

[chap79]

The first picture is running a ~5-6" of lift. This is my old 80 on J springs with a 1.75" front spacer (~ 5" lift) on 35" tires