^^^ wow, that is some serious wheel travel, what all does it take to get that, the Tundra arms?
Builds Project 200 (2 Viewers)
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MScruiser
obsessive-compulsive oppositional-defiant wise-ass
Brian, what exactly will extended LCAs do? Will they allow for more lift, via extended length struts?
bjowett
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Required parts include the upper and lower arms, outer tie rod ends, and CV axles… all from the Tundra.
The longer arms simply give one a longer lever… the end of that lever will travel farther over the same angle change. Yes, a bit more lift can be run. Longer coil overs can be used to help accomplish that.
The longer arms simply give one a longer lever… the end of that lever will travel farther over the same angle change. Yes, a bit more lift can be run. Longer coil overs can be used to help accomplish that.
I like... But i like the steelies more
I love the idea and in no way am I doubting your intentions/skills Brian, but are the Tundra arms, etc as stout or greater than the LC components?
bjowett
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The steel wheels are nice… I will have a difficult time switching away, but maximum performance requires minimum unsprung weight.
I'll be busy all week and the coming weekend, too.
Good question on the arms. They are just as strong, I'll post some pictures comparing them.
I'll be busy all week and the coming weekend, too.
Good question on the arms. They are just as strong, I'll post some pictures comparing them.
Atwalz
Civil Engineer
Are those 35" or 33" KO2?
in laymens terms from an engineering perpective are there any adverse affects to the truck when you do this? Why would Toyota not make it this way from the factory? The amount of travel you are getting is awesome! My experiance to date with the factory 200 suspension and then after the lift is the front travel is not very good. Keep up the good work, I love seeing your projects!
Toyota was not trying to make a desert racer when they desiged the suspension. Ford Raptor is what maybe 6" wider than a standard f150 due to its longer arms, this increases the width of the truck and is why it has wider fenders. When you increase the length of the arms they need to be stronger to accomodate the increased leverage. The wider track will be harder to fit into tight areas and may have a larger turning radius.
I am sure Brian will be able to provide much more detail.
bjowett
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The tires are 34x10.5r17, but measure 33.1". That is a pinch large for a 33", which will usually measure 32.5 - 32.8".
Thanks, CG, that's a good start. No need to get very detailed. When Toyota chose to utilize the 200 Chassis for the HD Tundra 1/2 ton, it had everything needed but the proper track width. A full size truck has to be a certain size…. big. In order to get that width, they lengthened the A arms to fit under the wider body. Fortunately for us, the tires are still under the fenders…. so we don't have squeeze issues any greater than stock 200. The arms are appropriately sized for the loads, they survived Baja on the TRD Tundra.
Thanks, CG, that's a good start. No need to get very detailed. When Toyota chose to utilize the 200 Chassis for the HD Tundra 1/2 ton, it had everything needed but the proper track width. A full size truck has to be a certain size…. big. In order to get that width, they lengthened the A arms to fit under the wider body. Fortunately for us, the tires are still under the fenders…. so we don't have squeeze issues any greater than stock 200. The arms are appropriately sized for the loads, they survived Baja on the TRD Tundra.
B - what do you think this kit will run if you can collect all the parts to be sold as a "kit"?
thanks - good work
thanks - good work
thanks for the info and feedbackcoffeeGeek, I can see them trying to keep the rig as narrow as possible, and I have noticed the giant fenders that extened out on the Ford Raptor... The LC 200's wheel/tires are sucked inside the fender from the factory proly an inch or so, longer arms may have brought it more flush. As far as building a desert racer, articulation is articulation, I run lots of trails where I lose a front tire in the air alot, that extra stretch would definatley help me keep my feet on the ground!
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the wheels and tires on the 200 like you mentioned are tucked in from the factory, almost sounds like this would bring them more flush with the fender? thanks for the info and feedback, always love seeing your post!
BulletHead
Village Idiot
Easy fix. Cut the fenders.
TexAZ
NEW???? It's BETTER than new!!!
I have a tundra now, and am currently looking at an 08 LC. I like the idea of keeping my SPC upper control arms when I trade in. The rest of the Tundra parts shouldnt be that hard to find. what are you looking at running for shocks? tundra or LC. is this a good home for the TRD pro shocks you are working on? Since I don't have a 200 yet, I don't have any experience with the KDSS. Are the sway bar mounting points the same on the Tundra lowers? or will there need to be a conversion piece there too?
Second thought after looking at your photo Brian and you having 10.5 in width tires theres no way my 12.5 would tuck as yours do.
I'd be eating fender at best.
I'd be eating fender at best.
