Some people might argue that you need a 3-Ton jack for a 4runner, but I’ve had no trouble using this 2-Ton jack to raise a 4runner. When you should only be lifting half the weight at a time, the 4runner’s capacity of 4,000 lbs is almost the full weight of the vehicle.
Even though it weighs approximately 100 pounds, this item is ideal for the at-home shop even though you won’t be taking it on the trail. The Pro Eagle Off Road jacks would be a better option for off-road use because they are about half as heavy, but those cost more.
It has a tremendous lifting height range. I didn’t purchase it because of the low minimum height, but you can use it on lowered sports cars as well as SUVs and trucks.
Additionally, it has a very long throw (18), or arm length, so you can reach far beneath the car to find the ideal jacking point or to lift large components into place, such steel skid plates, in the center of the car.
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DUAL PUMPING PISTONS:
The jack can quickly rise to the correct height thanks to its dual pumping pistons. With no weight on the jack, the maximum height may be attained in just 6.5 pumps.
In order to avoid making lifting the car too challenging, the lift rate per pump is decreased after the jack makes contact with the vehicle.
MINIMUM LIFT HEIGHT:
I took precise measurements such that the lift began at the quoted minimum lift of 2.75. Although I don’t anticipate having a need for a height this low, it is really helpful if you also own a sports car or assist friends with maintenance on their lower vehicles.
Additionally, for the entire 18 throw, the jack remains below the 2.75 height, as opposed to other jacks whose height might quickly ramp up and prohibit you from getting very far under the car.
MAX LIFT HEIGHT:
Here is one of the most crucial specifications: the maximum lift height. While doing research on jacks, the majority had a maximum capacity of less than 19.
This could be too low with a 3-lift and prohibit you from raising the car high enough to remove the wheels. Additionally, even if a jack has a high enough maximum height to remove the wheels, you should be able to elevate the vehicle as high as your jack stands’ maximum height so that you can work underneath it.
I took a height measurement, which was exactly 24 inches as stated. This ought to be more than enough for a lift of three.
THE PRO-LIFT T-6906D 6-TON JACK STANDS:
These stands weigh a ton and are reasonably priced at around $80 for four. The weight capacity is more than five times that of a fifth-generation 4runner, with a total capacity of 24,000 lbs for four people.
I was unable to locate a reviewer who had a stand-fail at the time of this review. The stands must, however, be used on a stable surface.
These run the risk of being unstable under load if used on a surface like gravel, just like any jack stand.
LOCKING PIN:
One benefit is that it increases the likelihood that they won’t fail. The stand might collapse under pressure if you were able to hit the handle with enough upward power.
The pins also make it possible to pull the jack from the top without having to lift out the entire top assembly. This makes shifting the jacks around much easier.
My name is Bryson, and while I’m new to off-roading, I’ve always modified my cars extensively. My hobbies include camping, backpacking, and photography. I own a 2015 Trail edition that I use to explore the Colorado Rockies.
Will my 4Runner’s warranty be voided if I raise it?
Does my 20032009 4×4 4Runner need the diff drop kit? The angles on the axles are lessened by the diff drop kit, which is a good addition.
Can I Use Your Three? “lift front spacers for a total lift of 6 inches with the 3” coil kit? You can’t, sorry. 3 “without replacing or lowering the entire front cross member, is the maximum front lift on these cars. More lift cannot be achieved because of the control arms, ball joints, and CV axles.
Do I need longer shocks for your 3-inch tires? “kit? The 4Runner can use the factory-installed front shocks. However, longer rear shocks will provide more flex and off-road capability. OME front shocks, which are made to complement the front coils, are beneficial for kits with OME front coils.
What distinguishes OME coils from the rear coils made by Toytec? The stiffness and spring rate of our rear coils have been increased 10%. Compared to the OME rear coils, they offer a gentler ride. If you plan to always have a big weight in the back, the OME 895 or 896 coils are advised.
Will your kits help “level” my truck? Yes, our 3″ complete front and rear systems will raise the front 3″ and the back 2″ of your 4Runner to level it “.
What size tires can I use with the 3’s stock wheels? “kit? Although we haven’t tried every combination of wheels and tires on these trucks, 265/70/17 tires will fit the 4Runner on the standard wheels.
What tire size can I use with a 17×8? “wheel? We have numerous vehicles running 285/70/17 tires with 4″ or 4.5” rear spacing, but depending on the wheel width and back spacing, they might rub on the front. We can not guarantee the installation of any tires or wheels, so we advise having your tire dealer install and “test fit” any wheel and tire combinations you are thinking about buying.
How do spacer lifts and coil kits differ from one another? Some trucks may benefit more from kits with front coils, especially if you have an aftermarket bumper because the larger coil will bear weight better. Both options will feel a little firmer than stock. The optimum ride will be provided by the kits with OME front coils when OME shocks are also used. If you already have an aftermarket bumper and/or winch or want to install one, the kits with coils would be the ideal choice because several coils are available for handling the weight of these devices.
If I use your lift with spacers just and without coils, will the front end components (CV axles, joints, and ball joints) be under extra stress? Contrary to popular belief, neither our spacers nor kits with front coils put any more strain or wear on the front end components than the other. However, we have seen spacers from other manufacturers that can be problematic if they are placed too far above the shock’s top plate.
Will I require an alignment following the lift? After installing the lift, you will indeed need to get it aligned. We advise setting the camber to zero and toe. four degrees
Will the warranty on my 20032009 4Runner be void after installing a lift? The warranty on your 4Runner will not be void due to the installation of a lift. However, coverage on any component that has been demonstrated to have been harmed by a lift or any condition brought on by its installation may be refused. On our Warranty page, you may find further warranty information.
Should my 4Runner be leveled?
Congratulations! You own a Toyota 4Runner with pride. Your vehicle has a 30+ year legacy of quality, safety, and remarkable off-road capability. What adventures am I going to have in the future? you might have wondered as you drove it around town grinning ear to ear. Camping, travel, or hiking? no people and plenty of fresh air?
In the Western United States, where TORQ Engineering was established, it takes only a few hours to travel from the sprawl of urban areas to rocky mountains, forests, and lakes, as well as red sandstone deserts with arches and slot canyons. Skiing, camping, hiking, climbing, fishing, hunting, stargazing, and visiting breathtaking lookouts are just a few of the activities available. We are dedicated to assisting you in reaching your goals because adventure is in our DNA.
While your competent Toyota is built to be prepared, you might want to upgrade your car’s off-road skills and remove some of your worries about potential obstructions by installing a TORQ ENGINEERING raise kit.
Off-road excursions provide you not only unending thrills but also secluded roads, rough routes that may be rocky, muddy, and sometimes a real challenge. A blemish or damage on your brand-new car may quickly ruin a trip. On rocks and rough trails, running boards, exhaust systems, and bumpers can all sustain damage.
You may have peace of mind by installing a 3-inch lift kit from TORQ Engineering on your 4Runner so that your attention can be on having fun and going on adventures. You can add bigger, more aggressive tires and increased clearance to your 4Runner with TORQ’s lift kits, protecting your investment from dings, scratches, and dents. Along with providing better approach and descent angles for obstacles, having more ground clearance also safeguards your differentials and skid plate on rocky terrain.
Although we think the 4Runner’s designers did a terrific job, a TORQ ENGINEERING 3/2 lift kit combined with larger, more aggressive tires can further improve the vehicle’s all-terrain capability and give it a more rough appearance.
Just as you have access to less expensive solutions in the automotive market, TORQ ENGINEERING 3/2 kits are made to support your investment. You can see the parts of an aftermarket raise kit on your Toyota 4Runner by looking at it. Because of this, we have opted not to employ cheaper welded steel components that might crack, flake, or rust.
- Built in the United States under strict quality standards
- The least amount of modification and inconvenience to your factory parts is intended during installation.
- Black anodized solid aviation grade aluminum
- fasteners that have been heat-treated and coated to withstand corrosion
- Polyurethane cushioning to get rid of grating rattles and squeaks
- trusted by nationwide dealers and four-wheel drive shops
When determining whether to elevate your Toyota 4Runner, you should take into account the following alternatives.
4Runners have a slight forward rake out of the factory, which means the front end sits lower than the back. This layout is intended to account for any additional payload in or on the 4Runner’s rear. It will sit level once you weigh it down.
Leveling kits are become more and more popular as a result. Most individuals want to have their 4Runner appear level if they are not going to use it for towing or hauling anything substantial. The majority of leveling kits include a small set of spacers that rest on top of the vehicle’s struts and lift the front end by one or two inches, leveling the car out.
The vehicle is raised off the ground by a lift kit using a variety of techniques, including spacers, better shocks, coil overs, or a combination of all three. Extra tire clearance can be achieved with spacer lifts without having to change the OEM suspension. In essence, these are leveling kits with larger spacers to lift the front and back as well. It won’t affect the vehicle’s performance other from perhaps being a little stiffer forward (by preloading the OEM springs). The TORQ ENGINEERING 3/2 leveling/lift kits are a wonderful choice if you want to enhance the 4Runner’s appearance or run slightly bigger tires without going over budget.
Off-roading suspension systems with more specificity are called suspension kits. (New control arms, shocks, springs, and whatever else necessary to maintain the proper height) A decent generalization is that the kit costs more and requires more work the taller you go.
What purposes do you have for your 4Runner? Does it frequently encounter pebbles and mud, or is it a pavement princess? A Warrior on weekends? Or a daily workhorse?
For the Toyota market, there are many different manufacturers and price points. At the low end, straightforward spacer lifts are available for $150. On the upper end, more performance-focused kits are commonly available for upwards of $3,000.
Your first duty should be to decide how you will use your 4Runner, whether it be as a weekend warrior, a weekly workhorse, or a pavement princess. Things are a little bit easier for 4Runners driven by the street and adventure seekers. You may easily get something on our website, and we’ll have it delivered right to your front door, that gives you the aggressive appearance you want and ensures a smooth ride.
To assist you do the installation yourself or have your local dealer or tire shop do it quickly, TORQ ENGINEERING kits include written instructions as well as thorough videos.
There is no further cutting or trimming of your car required with TORQ ENGINEERING 3/2 raise kits unless you want to go over the limits of tire size.
It’s a good idea to take your 4runner to a shop with off-road knowledge for an alignment after installation. They should be able to maneuver your 4Runner where it needs to be and keep it performing admirably on the road with the help of a few tricks. We advise setting the camber to zero and toe. four degrees
While we’ve done our best to highlight the majority of the benefits of a 3-lift kit and larger, more aggressive tires, there are a few disadvantages.
With wider tires, your MPG will undoubtedly go down a little. The larger tires will require a little more effort from the engine to accelerate because of their size. It will be more obvious if you choose the V8 engine over the V6. Additionally, your driving habits and destinations will have an impact on your MPG. You’ll notice the shift more than interstate driving if you tend to sprint through stoplights.
Lift kits are supplemental items. Naturally, you could be worried about jeopardizing the 4Runners warranty. The Toyota dealerships where our lift kits are sold and installed on “new vehicles” with “completely intact warranties” should be trusted because we have many fantastic relationships with them. It’s possible for auto dealers to assert that failure to have them install your lift kit will immediately void your warranty, but this is untrue. Using professional installation facilities has several benefits, but it should never be viewed as a deal-breaker.
Title 15, Chapter 50, Sections 2301-2312 of the US Code
According to the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act (15 U.S.C. 2302(C)), a car manufacturer cannot legally void a warranty on a vehicle because of an aftermarket item unless they can demonstrate that the aftermarket part was the direct cause of the failure in the vehicle. Consider dealing with performance-driven dealerships that have a track record of satisfying clients if you want the best results. Contact EPA at (202) 260-2080 or www.epa.gov if the manufacturer of your vehicle refuses to honor emission or warranty claims. Please get in touch with the FTC at (202) 326-3128 or www.ftc.gov if federal warranty protection is denied.