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Another new member needs help with leveling

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by tailwheel77, Nov 28, 2023.

  1. Nov 28, 2023 at 11:37 AM
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    tailwheel77

    tailwheel77 [OP] New Member

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    Hi gang. My name is Heath, and I'm looking for a simple solution to level my new 4runner. I just purchased a 23 ORP w/KDSS. I know there are many options, and I've read enough to make my head spin, but I'm still unsure what the best solution is for my needs. I want to level the stance, and that is all. I doubt I will ever want to install a complete lift, and I'll only upgrade to some AT tire, most likely very close to stock in size. All driving is city, highway, and gravel roads—no rock climbing in the Mississippi River delta. Thanks in advance.
     
  2. Nov 28, 2023 at 11:49 AM
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    Trail Runnah

    Trail Runnah New Member

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    I would just use a spacer to lift the front 1". You don't want exactly level, it will end up nose high if you ever carry anything in the back.
     
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  3. Nov 28, 2023 at 11:51 AM
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    tailwheel77

    tailwheel77 [OP] New Member

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  4. Nov 28, 2023 at 11:53 AM
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    Texoma-Brad

    Texoma-Brad OK Yota

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    I did exactly what you're talking about here on my 21' Venture. Lifted the front only and leveled it. Looks way better. I did also add BFG KO2's but my OEM tires were ready to be pulled at 45k.

    I used the Cornfed Suspension LLC's 1" spacer kit and had it done professionally at our local offroad shop. Cornfed is near Branson MO and is great to work with. They will install any hardware they sell at their shop in Branson, if you find you're headed that way.

    Here's a link to Cornfed Suspension's site and a pic of my Venture after adding the lift and the KO2's.

    Cornfed Suspension Home page

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  5. Nov 28, 2023 at 11:57 AM
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    tailwheel77

    tailwheel77 [OP] New Member

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    Thanks for the reply, @Texoma-Brad. I love the look of yours. That's the very look that I'm after as well. I will probably go with the Cornfed spacer. Also, what size are your tires now?
     
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  6. Nov 28, 2023 at 12:09 PM
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    Texoma-Brad

    Texoma-Brad OK Yota

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    Thanks @tailwheel77, the two mods (lift and tires) are simple but make a difference for sure! One more thought about the spacer, just be sure and have an alignment done after you install.

    On the tire size, we stayed with the OEM size 265's, they're fine for our purpose. We didn't feel like we needed to go oversized as they work well on the sand and trails we do. No complaints about the lift or the tires. We also run KO2's on our Land Cruiser and have a lot of experience (all good) with that particular tire.
     

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