I found a new development/ possible issue…
A couple of years ago, I installed Japan 4x4 AHC strut spacers when I did a moderate sensor lift on my 2002 LX470.
And I must say, the AHC spacers did return the ride quality to factory plush… they got rid of some slight suspension cycling harshness.
Today, I find that the upper control arms have made contact with the AHC strut dust shrouds. The dust shrouds are dented ( not too badly) and the upper control arms are marked from the contact.
It seems that at full droop
with the AHC spacers, these 2 parts meet each other. I never considered that, even knowing that the shocks are the downward limiting factor. Currently, with the added length of the AHC spacers, I apparently have more down travel than was intended by Mr. T.
The truck drives just fine… AHC suspension works great… but I feel foolish having just discovered this.
Look at the angle of the upper ball joint at full droop. All ball joints are tight, no play, but I have all 4 new boots to install.
So… do I let it ride, and reboot the ball joints? Or do I remove the front AHC spacers and return the front end to factory down travel?
I searched, and I was not able to find any information on this AHC spacer issue.