What have you done to your 5th Gen 4Runner today?

Really, that's good to know. So if I am going with wheels that are pretty close to stock (Method 701s) and my truck is used mainly for camping, fire roads and gun range I shouldn't have an issue?

Thanks,
Jimmy

 

The ride is much improved, no nose dives on braking, very worth the upgrade. I did not do UCAs, had no issues getting a good alignment. I would say you would not be good with 285s, from what I have read even with a 3” lift some have been doing BMC, I had to heat up the fender liner and pin it to the forward bolt, I have Rokblokz flaps that are smooth so no rubbing there. Guess it would all depend on what off set and back spacing you have on your wheels, but my opinion you would have to do some cutting. Probably a few others on here could chime in that have fit the 285s.

 

17x8 with 4.5" back spacing and 0 offset is the magic number for the 5th gen. You will have to remove front mud flaps and do the fender liner mod. Besides that, you "should" be fine. The tire you pick will play a part and the road condition will also of course play a part. Is it simply a dirt road or is it rutted and full of rocks you have to flex over? Keep in mind, bump stops can make a big difference also. You may limit up travel but you still have plenty of down travel. Here's mine 2 weeks after I bought it totally stock with FN Wheels FX pros and 285/70/17 KO2s

 

Thanks for the info and quick replies, it's much appreciated.

 

I went from that to this. 1.5" lift front and rear with 295/70/17 Ridge Grapplers. No rubbing, no issues at all. I did however hate these tires and I removed them after about 6000 miles. Worst tire I have ever had in terms of wet performance.

 

Looks great! I have the same color and plan on going with a bronze wheel. Most likely Method 701 which is 0 offset, 4.5 backspace or the SCS Rays 10 which is -10 offset with 4.5 backspace.

 

Here's where I am at now. 2.5" front, 2" rear, same wheels, 295/70/17 Mickey Thompson ATZ P3 They are decent tires. Not as good in the rain as the Falken Wildpeak AT3W I ran for a little while but not as bad at the Ridge Grapplers. Overall I like them but I do take it a little extra easy in the rain. Not sure how they are in snow since I put them on in March so no experience yet.

 

285/65/18 with BFG KO2's
Wheels are Fuel Beast 18"x8.5, 4.5 back sp and -0 offset... slight rub in full reverse, had to trim bumper/liner mod... good to go now
The wheels area bronzish... depends on how you see them in the light. I sure like how they look with this color rig.

 

Being a street truck doesn't necessarily mean it won't rub. most people who rub do so even on pavement when turning.

People with the same exact setups even have different outcomes sometimes. Not all tires listed as the same size are in fact the same size either.

A bad alignment can make 265s rub with stock wheels. An alignment done right can even stop a negative offset wheel from rubbing, to an extent.

Unfortunately wheel selection and intended use are not the only deciding factors... Tire selection, alignment, weight, offset, even small differences in stock suspension all play a role.

 

In general you are correct. I did note tire selection and wheel selection will make a difference. 285 KO2 is smaller than a 285 Ridge Grappler, there are definitely big differences between brands and with body on frame there will be differences in body alignment on said frame. Either way, ?x8 with 4.5" BS and 0 offset offers the best chance of not having rubbing issues. Wheel diameter is not a factor, wheel width, back spacing, and offset play a huge part. Street vs trail absolutely makes a big difference as well. My 285s didn't rub stock when street driven but I would never try and stuff them off road. I would destroy everything under there lol.

 

Yep. I avoided offroading when I first got my 285s because I was rubbing on road, on any sharp turn. I knew I'd damage some stuff off-road. But my wheels are also 8.5" wide with -10mm offset.

I only really needed my bumper trimmed a very little to stop the on road rubbing... But went ahead and trimmed a little extra plus did the fender liner mod and a body mount chop just to be safe since I go off-road often... And after these tires I may want to try 285/75 or 295s and wanted to be prepared.

And I agree diameter is not a real factor, that's why people can get the taller 255s on with way less issues.

 

Put in Morimoto 35W 5500K HIDs tonight. The visibility difference is, well, night and day. I followed the DOT guidelines for adjusting optically-aimed headlights (projectors) and had to adjust them downward several inches from 25 feet to wrangle them into compliance. I must say I appreciated the pitch-black test drive I took this evening through the back roads. The high beams look yellow in comparison now. Rather striking how different it is. Reckon I’ll work on those next. No photos of the 4Runner because it looks like every other photo or YouTube video of the type. So find one of them and imagine.

 

I made some blocks so I'd be able to turn my GFC back door into an awning. Works great! Eventually I'll be putting a grommet on the flap instead of using the tarp clamps, wanted to make sure it all worked before I put a hole in my tent.

 

HIDs work great in the 4runner I love mine

 

Nothing. Just admiring it

 

So I'm not the only one that goes at to the garage just to look at my Runner?

 

My wife says I love our T4R more than her... It is that bad. LMAO Witch is more expensive?

Shots fired. Luckily she isn't on the forum! Lol

Just jokes. Except my possible obsession with our T4R! Lol

 

I ordered my lift today. Won't be done until the 16th. Bilstein 6112s and 1/4 spacer on driver's side front, 5160s rear with Icon 2" springs. SPC UCAs and diff drop. Method 701s and Falken Wildpeaks in 275. Shop said would most likely need a BMC and trimming for the 285s. So stoked, can't wait for my early Christmas gift to myself.

 

I had a wife said that about me and my trucks.
Should have seen the look on her face when I told her she was right! That was during the divorce

 

I admit that every time I park at work, just before I walk through the door, I turn around and give it another look.

 

Installed these grab handles off the headrest to help get onto the back seat

 

I hope that isn't our scenario! Lol
She needs a hobby. I have guns & vehicles. I love them both. No rankings applicable! Lol

 

Getting ready for salty winter roads.

 

4Runners are a strange breed, seems like each one is a little different than the other. I even read a few guys that say they got 285s to work with stock suspension, can’t imagine there is too much room for wheel travel when off roading. I think you will be happy with that set up, the ride is noticeable improved, and it’s a good bang for your buck. What notch are you going to put the 6112s up front on?

 

Lol, camera sees better than me! I got my hid bulbs today and plan on installing this weekend. Wanted to grab a "before" picture showing the weak stock halagens.
I look at the picture and just wonder why my eyes can't see this good with those shabby lights. Pic taken with a night vision setting with phone planted dead center the steering wheel. No fogs on

 

Nice machining!

 

Picked up these like new take-off’s last Night. Need too make some time to install them.

 

Can you take before and after installation measurements so we can get an idea of how much lift the new Fox shocks give you? My guess is that it'll be roughly 0.5" taller in the front when all settled. Looks like the shock on the right is the drivers side shock and will compensate for drivers side lean.

 

Will do Jake. The Pro i recently measured at the dealer was 1” Higher in the front than my Off Road. Correct the one to the right is the LF. Thanks.