Body Lift Installation on a Toyota 4Runner
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In this video we show you how to install a Toytec 2" Body Lift on a 2002 Toyota 4runner 4x4. Even though this modification is done on a Toyota 4runner, the information you receive in this video could help you put a body lift on another make and model truck. The technique and steps would be similar but the number and location of body mounts might be different depending on the truck you're lifting.
**Note - One thing we don't mention in the video is you will now have a 2" gap between the body and front bumper and same goes for the rear bumper. The bumpers are attached to the frame and don't move when you lift the body. There are ways to address this by drilling different holes in the mounting brackets but we didn't bother showing this because Eric was going to replace his damaged front bumper with an aftermarket one in the near future anyway. If you do a search on the internet, you'll find a write-up or two how to do it if you don't want there to be gap between the bumper and body.
**Suggested Torque Value for Body Mount Bolts - 25 ft-lbf
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Toytec 2" Body Lift Kit
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@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
After the body lift, you might find your steering feels tighter and the rag joint on the steering shaft is the culprit. When you insert the puck and tighten the two halves back together with the bolts, there might have been a very slight gap between the parts. When the bolts are tight, it ends up pulling tension on the shaft making the steering feel tight. To fix it, loosen the pinch bolt for the upper rag joint halve. When you loosen the pinch bolt, the steering shaft which was under tension should now become unbound because the upper rag joint halve will slide down and find a more neutral location on the steering shaft.. If you're dealing with corrosion and the rag joint won't move freely, you might find your steering is still tight. If that's the case, you will have to work at getting it to move. Some penetrant and maybe some heat from a butane torch might work. Once you confirm your steering is now back to normal, re-tighten the pinch bolt and you're all good.
@zargus91 5 жыл бұрын
Hey, there! I just put the exact same lift on my 3rd gen and my steering is extremely tight. I'm having a difficult time understanding what you're talking about exactly and what to do to fix this issue. If you could try to help me out, I'd greatly appreciate it! Thanks!
@maxg9684 5 жыл бұрын
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@Needle620 5 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman how much do you charge for full lift kit installed? I’m planning to do the same lift like you’ve done Eric’s with the toytec kit on your other video. I have 97’ t4r 4wd. And, I live in Milpitas.
@stevew092984 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a little confused about the pinch bolts for the separate halves of the rag joint. I was under the assumption that we just needed to remove the two bolts holding the part together and then after installing the lift, put the spacer puck in place and bolt it back down. Can you give some more clarification. Thanx
@TimmyTheToolman 2 жыл бұрын
@@stevew092984 I agree the way I originally wrote the comment could confuse people. I rewrote it and I think it will make more sense to you now.
@scream4meplz1994 4 жыл бұрын
I am changing my ratiator support currently due to a pretty bad front end accident. This requires that I change the bushings. This video showed me not only the bushings replacement, but also what I am missing on my front end! I am recording my process and will post the video soon. Thank you!
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Good to hear our video is helping you fix your rig. We're interested in seeing your video when it's all done. Happy Wrenching!
@EnriqueReyesJrREALTOR Жыл бұрын
I’m not a fan of body lifts, but you did an excellent job of showing how to do it on the 4Runner. You definitely showed great detail on how to remove clips, & trim prices without breaking anything. Great job!
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I'm with you Enrique. I'm not a fan of body lifts either but we decided to film it because we know lots of people like using them. Thanks for the compliment. We appreciate it! Happy Wrenching!
@jvogler_art4708 Жыл бұрын
1 inch body lift and 2 inch suspension lift is way way way better than a 3 inch suspension lift that everyone seems to use. That’s why I like it. That’s cause the body is a smaller percentage of weight of the car than the frame and the rest of it. So it keeps center of gravity lower while also giving the A arms more usable travel. A 3 inch suspension lift starts to limit down travel due to the tilt of the a arms. The body lift also helps you clear bigger tires way better than the suspension lift, because it actually moves the Body away from the tires. Suspension lift doesn’t, just changes the starting ride height basically and when you hit a big bump, you’re more likely to rub.
@Jasonhb07 Жыл бұрын
@@jvogler_art4708 I wasn't a fan of bodylifts either. The bodylift helps relieve CV angle. A 2 inch suspension and 1 inch body is ideal in my opinion. A 3 inch suspension and 1 inch bodylift is definitely the best combination for tires larger than 285 if you don't want max out alignment adjustments or chopping the firewall for clearance.
@MTB4RNR 3 ай бұрын
I’m only doing a 1” lift to allow for more room for my FJ transfer case swap
@melnel7215 7 жыл бұрын
Job well done. Just got 4 runner, excited to watch more of your amazing videos that's going to help me on my project suspension lift. Keep them video's coming. Aloha
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Hey Mel and Nel, Thanks! We're stoked you're liking our videos. And yes, we will keep them coming. Ahoha back at ya.
@snowhiterover 3 жыл бұрын
I had to go the sawzall method on the rear shocks....a real pain...but worth it in the end. Thank you for such a descriptive tutorial, it was truly helpful....i went with a three inch lift and the rear required the use of the jack to push the axle down to fit.
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you had a bit of a battle but good job getting it done. You're very welcome and great to hear our video helped you out. Happy Wrenching!
@henrybondok7824 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you Tim for this Awesome video. it is a lot of hassle to lift a body but you have done it so easy. can't wait to see the next video.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked the video and thanks for taking the time to comment.
@jeremydontuknowho463 4 жыл бұрын
I respect your attention to encompassing aspects of projects! i.e. torque under load, especially line and steering extensions. I bought a 98 with a suspension and body lift to eventually discover my 4x4 engaging infrequently from vsv lines being kinked. 3rd gens! don't forget headlight adjustments!
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Jeremy Don'tUknoWho Thanks Jeremy. Glad you appreciate the attention to detail we offer in our videos. We like our videos to be very complete so people can get the job done right. Thanks for taking the time to comment. Happy Wrenching!
@cripsician 6 жыл бұрын
Excelent detail on the body lift Tim! Thanks for taking the time to make these guys look cool driving around the mall parking lot. I feel much more confident in doing this myself then I did before watching this.
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Glad you like the video and that it makes you feel more confident tackling the job yourself. Be sure to wave at all your fans as you're cruising the mall.
@cripsician 6 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman Ha! I'll tell them to check out your page and give you a whistle also. 😉
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@cripsician 6 жыл бұрын
Yo Timmy! So after the bidy lift, my manual shifter is having some difficulties getting in the right gears at ease. I pulled the center column out and removed the shifter lever that's mounted the t-case and tried to heat it up with a small plumbers torch but I'm afraid I ghoul damage seals inside the shifter manifold if I get it to hot. Needless to say, I tried to heat it up, and used a cheater pipe to bend the shutter lever to the correct position to compensate for the lift but the shifter shaft that hold my knob, is plastic on the inside, and it started to bend in the wrong spot, and seems to be worse then it wad before. But before this, I cut the inside dust boot up a little to allow some more play with the stick, and also removed the lower dust shield and cut that as I needed for more play in the stick but felt it wasn't enough to compensate for the needed movement. I'm thinking of I get a good pipe wrench, and a long enough cheater pipe, I can bend the shifter stick to the needed location so I can shift with ease again. Please, if you have any suggestions, recommended easy fixes, even links of problem solvers, please share. I'm able to drive it but it's petty tough for some gears, and don't want to stay stuck in a gear if I can't move the 4x4 lever 4hi if I don't need to. Thanks buddy
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
I wish I had some solid advice for you how to fix it, but I don't. I only have experience with the one vehicle we did the body lift on and that was an automatic. Sean has an automatic too and doesn't have any issues. I find it interesting that you're having issues shifting. I can understand that the shifting boot might need to be altered because it gets stretched tighter but why would the shifter itself need to be altered. The body is coming straight up so the shifter should have the same amount play all around it still. But when I think about it more, because the body is higher above the transmission now, the pivot point is lower and you won't get as much throw out of the shifter. Automatics don't have this issue because the shifter is just connected to linkage that you can adjust easily to compensate for the lift. How much of a body lift did you do? Even if you didn't buy a Toytec lift, maybe call them and ask for their advice. They have been pretty helpful in the past answering questions. I hate to say it but your best option might be to remove the body lift and do a suspension lift instead. Let me know what you come up with.
@williamwhitehead8362 4 жыл бұрын
This is a O2 what is that third generation sequoia it's, new to me great inside, a great frame and with 196000 miles. First spark plug change, installed iridium for that size engine ,flushed oil with changed to Full synthetic high mileage oil from Walmart brand. New power steering pump with used rack and pinion. It is cold here in upper mid-east around the Great Lakes. In the spring I will do the lift with new struts and shocks. And clean the frame and coat it with fluid film to help the frame from rusting out, like my old 1996 4Runner all still works but frame! Have a great day and new year
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Hey William, good luck with all the planned work. It really is terrible how the road salts destroy vehicles. It's too bad they can't come up with an affordable alternative to salt. The way I understand it, they use salt because it's plentiful and inexpensive. But, it's not inexpensive for the people who's vehicle die an early death due to frame rot. Happy New Year back at you. And, Happy Wrenching!
@MinhBui-ni1by 7 жыл бұрын
Loving the videos. I like those 2 2x4's to get the jack to lift it high enough!
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Minh. The purpose of the 2x4's was not only to be able to lift the body high enough but it was also to disperse the load to a wider patch of metal on that pinch weld to lessen the chances of bending the body there.
@floydmitchell3344 4 жыл бұрын
Nice...excellent content, shimming down the carrier bering on the trundra save me hrs. Thanks for that.Kepp up the good work.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Floyd. Glad you like it. And yes, we will keep on keeping on.
@mofun01 7 жыл бұрын
For all the details you covered, I'm really surprised you didn't do Before and After visuals.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Yeah, others have said the same things when we do lifts. Definitely an oversight on our part that people would really like to see what the rig looks like before and after.
@grayman5271 7 жыл бұрын
Love the videos but skipped to the end because I think we both feel the same about body lifts and I'll never need to know how it's done lol. But I did want to see the end result. If I have one bad thing to say about any of your lift videos. It's that you don't spend enough time showing off the results of your time and hard work. Keep up the great work!
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Good point. We're so caught up in the mechanics of doing something we forget to show the fruits of our labor. The problem with a lot of these jobs is we're finishing them a night time because they take us so damn long to complete. We also did a Toytec suspension lift for the same guy and I don't think we showed what the vehicle looked like afterward because we were so tired. I think we finished his suspension lift at 11pm. It was an all day affair. But, I'm still in contact with Eric, so I wonder if I can take some pictures and post them up for people to see.
@TheSaturnV 4 жыл бұрын
I'm with you TTT, my 2000 LTD will keep its running boards. I use mine to step on and lift myself into the truck so I don't crush / wear out the driver's seat bolsters.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
I did take them off my 98 I built for more serious off-roading and installed some weld-on rock sliders. I will keep the running boards on my 2000 though.
@twwtb 7 жыл бұрын
Dang boys! This 'Runner needed a bath, not a lift! Great video as usual.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
He definitely could use some cleaning on the inside and less shit everywhere, but to each his own I reckon.
@twwtb 7 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman I realize from the rest of the video that it was a recent used purchase. It could still clean up nice.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
He's actually owned it for a couple years. It could clean up nice but I think the carpet is too far gone for cleaning. Better to just replace the carpet.
@williamwhitehead8362 4 жыл бұрын
Well thank you for vibe me into your Timmy Tooltime expert review and I haven't lifted mine up yet so I just taking all your videos in and trying to make up my mind, like to put on LT 285 7516's Cooper ATS I think?
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
A body lift might not be enough for 285s. There's other things to consider like rubbing the upper control arms. Most either have to run spacers or install aftermarket control arms to avoid the tire rubbing.
@Mark-xj7nt Жыл бұрын
dude needs some tires, BAD!! them things are slick. nice work Timmy.
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
Well, Eric rolled his truck and destroyed it not too long after we filmed some videos with him so it probably went to the junk yard with bald tires.
@jay_lyleponce 7 жыл бұрын
Great vid again tim!
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jay.
@williamwhitehead8362 4 жыл бұрын
Well thanks Tim the tool man on the advice with the mild lift that's probably what I want to do and that will and do the little differential drop as I don't want to hurt it it's so it's a nice truck with a 4.7 L in it not truck but a sequoia
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. If you take care of your Sequoia, you will have it for a very long time. Those 4.7 liter engines are known to make it over 500k miles.
@maxg9684 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Helped A lot!! Only thing is my steering feels noticeably heavy after the install.
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
This means you're steering shaft is a little bound up. This is common after installing the spacer between the rag joint. Loosen both the upper and lower pinch bolts for the different halves of the rag joint and hopefully they will release a tiny bit and take pressure off the shaft. Basically, when you installed the spacer puck and tightened the two bolts bringing the two rag joint halves together with both pinch bolts tight, you ended up pulling tension on the shaft making it tighter giving you a stiffer feel at the steering wheel. Once the tension is released by loosening the pinch bolts and then re-tightening them should release the tension and you should be good to go.
@louieluis8840 3 жыл бұрын
You guys are cool
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
to be cool, you gotta stay in school!
@jflorez3031 7 жыл бұрын
great videos. Didn't know about the back window thing.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Jorge Florez What back window thing are you taking about?
@adamflax1321 5 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman It goes up and down with a key. Did he ever clean his rig?
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
@@adamflax1321 Oh, that thing. I doubt he ever cleaned it but it doesn't really matter. He rolled his rig and destroyed it.
@adamflax1321 5 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman Hey, Mr. Toolman. Cool, you read my comment. That's a shame, everyone's hard-work gone. By the way. Your supercharger video is sooooo good! My brother and I have been thinking about that install on our truck. The video is so detailed it will be like you and Shawn will be doing the work. We appreciate all your hard-work that goes into producing them all! THANK YOU.
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
@@adamflax1321 Yeah Adam, we read every comment and question on our channel and respond to each one. Sometimes we miss one, but for the most part, every question gets answered and every comment is acknowledged. We're glad you like our supercharger video. I also think that video turned out really well. When we first posted it on a Toyota forum, some dude was giving me shit that it was way too long and we should cut the video down to 30 minutes. I told him if there was a way to have the detail we offer in a 30 minute video, we would have done that. Having very detailed videos for people to follow is what I think separates us from other automotive KZfaq channels. We want to make sure people can be successful following our tutorials and that's why we put so much detail into them. If we produce videos that leave people lost, we're not doing it right. Thanks for acknowledging the work Sean and I put into these videos. Not everyone takes the time to comment and thank us so we really appreciate the people like you that do. So, you're very welcome. The worst part of the Supercharger Install is paying for the supercharger. Installing it is pretty simple. Happy Wrenching Adam!
@biff1tannen 6 жыл бұрын
Great video as usual😊. Want to buy a California 4 runner, and bring it to Norway. We dont have those 2000 -2007, 4 runners in Norway. Only those from the 90's, with a small 2.4 engine. Now i have a 2004 Toyota Hilux pickup. Love it, but a 4 runner is cool. 😎 make more videos. Big fan from Norway🇸🇯
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
I wonder how much it would cost to ship a 4runner to Norway. You would definitely be the coolest kid on the block if you did. We're definitely going to keep pumping out the videos. One of the greatest things about having a KZfaq channel is all the people you reach with it all over the World. I've had conversations with people in many different countries which is pretty cool. Off the top of my head, I've talked with people in Mexico, Brazil, Portugal, Australia, Poland, Phillippine and now Norway. You're the first person I've spoken with from Norway. I'm glad you like our channel.
@biff1tannen 6 жыл бұрын
Timmy, so glad you guys do this. I watch the videos on my tv, funny and good show 😂. I learn a lot from your channel. In Norway its very expencive to get your car fixed by a pro. It cost at least 120 us dollar each hour😥. So its great to fix my Toyota Pickup my self😄.
@biff1tannen 6 жыл бұрын
To ship a 2002 4 runner to Norway 🇸🇯 is around $2000-$3000 USD. If I buy a $9000 dollar Toyota 4 runner, I have to pay at least $10000 in tax to Norway😵💸💸cracy?? Yes it is. Because the car has a big engine and the car is big too. They only want us to drive small Electric cars, or a small Toyota corolla🚗 😭
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
That's a bummer it's so expensive to ship a vehicle there. The tax is nutty! I guess that's to deter anyone from bringing a big vehicle there.
@zerodiscipline420 7 жыл бұрын
Just an FYI for you. thread the new rag joint spacer bolts in first then drop the spacer on, let the new(longer) bolts drop down far enough to line up the upper rag joint plate, push the bolts back up and thread the nuts on. This allows you to reassemble as it came from the factory. Whether or not its important I don't know, i just figure there is a reason they do things a certain way at the factory, hope this helps.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Good technique to get the longer bolts in the factory direction. I'm not a mechanical engineer but I'd venture to say the bolt is just as strong in either direction. The direction is not the issue but the grade of the bolt. Hopefully ToyTec chose a bolt that either meets or exceeds the grade Toyota originally used to assemble the rag joint. Thanks for commenting and contributing information for this repair.
@zerodiscipline420 7 жыл бұрын
oh yeah I agree with you on this and as well, and i meant to put this in the original message, thats why we call it MODIFICATION, right LOL. Im considering this on my fourth gen, not big on body lifts, but cant swing an icon stage 7 suspension at the moment lol.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
I personally wouldn't put a body lift on my rig. I'd just do a suspension lift if I did anything. I'm still all stock. I'm toying with the idea of a suspension lift but questioning whether I really need it for how I use my rig. And, with suspension lifts comes issues like increased CV angles that end up ripping your boots, having to adjust the panhard bar with a bracket or an adjustable bar, needing to extend brake lines, etc.
@Super1337357 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! I'm about to install a 0" body lift from 4crawler. :)
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t go higher than 2”... 0” seems like a lot
@lancevalente8269 7 жыл бұрын
hey Tim so I just did new body bushings and a 2 in body lift and I found that the radiator mount bracket are supposed to mount on the bottom of the radiator not the top. then it all lines up and you are supposed to bend the little tabs that come thru... just an FYI for next time. thanks for the video video though it was really helpful today. I have a 99 by the way
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Hey Lance, I know what you're talking about. I just found it weird that you end up having a bolt head in-between the radiator and the body now with the bracket they provide. It just didn't seem right to me so that's why we decided to drill holes for the bottom connections so the radiator sucks back flush against the body like before without a bolt head sandwiched in-between. There's also a chance the bodies of the 3rd Gen years are a little different and things lined better on your 1999 than on Eric's 2002. By the way, I called ToyTec and told them their instructions were seriously lacking for the radiator drop. I recommended they provide more pictures and clearer instructions on how the drop bracket is suppose to work. The guy I talked to agreed the instructions were lacking and I wonder if they ever did anything about it.
@Anver939 7 жыл бұрын
Brother I love you're videos they are awesome. Now I have a 1996 4 runner with a 4 cyl. Can you also make videos of my truck and also I like to replace my ac because my evaporator is licking. And is factory. So is nice to redo the whole system
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Is you evaporator leaking at a hose connection or is the actual evaporator canister have a leak. If it's just the hose connection, maybe a replacement o-ring will fix the problem. I don't know what you're talking about when you say redo the whole system. I'd only replace parts if they're broken. An AC compressor is very expensive. If you open up the system to do repairs, you'll need to pull a vacuum on the system and use a manifold gauge to properly recharge the system. I'm not an expert in AC work but I've read a lot about it and understand it pretty well. The EPA has strict rules regarding refrigerants being expelled into the air. You're technically suppose to have the system evacuated by a shop that can capture the refrigerant if you still have refrigerant in your system before you work on it. When the opportunity arises, we will do work on 4 cylinder 3rd Gens. We just did a couple videos on our buddy Jordans's 4 cylinder 5 speed 3rd Gen. We installed headers and did a steering rack guide replacement.
@jofilmz693 Жыл бұрын
Did u have to relocate your brakes lines since one of them is connected to the frame running to the master cylinder which is connected to the body?
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
No, you don't. Those lines are coiled and are able to stretch to accommodate the lift.
@raymondgoodwin951 6 жыл бұрын
Tim, can you shed some light on what the transfer case shifter looks like after this procedure? Does it need extended? Thanks
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Raymond, the transfer case shifter is fine. It doesn't need to be extended, The shaft of the shifter is fairly long so the body lift has no negative effect on the shifting function of the transfer case or transmission.
@michaelwas8549 4 жыл бұрын
Hi there! I plan on doing brakes on my 17 TRD Off Rd. Thinking about just going to the dealer and using the stock Toyota rotors and pads. To many choices online. Any thoughts? Great vids!
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
You can't go wrong with OEM. Here's something to consider though. You can mostly likely get your rotors resurfaced at a shop for around $15-20 each. They put it on a brake lathe and as long as they can achieve a perfectly smooth surface and still be over the minimum rotor thickness stamped on the rotors, you can reuse those rotors and save yourself some money. The shop should be able to tell you before they take your rotors if they will be able to resurface them and maintain the minimum thickness. They will measure them with a micrometer. This front brake service video was done on a 1st Gen Tacoma but it should help you out because disk brakes set-ups on these Toyotas will be very similar: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hM6Rfcagu5vMZGQ.html
@handyman22 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Tim When I was doing some restoration work on my 2001 4Runner i noticed that the 3rd body mount lower section did not come in contact with the bracket off the frame. I was quite puzzled with this as the 4th body mount lower mount sat tight to it's frame bracket. Keep in mind they are identical with the bolt length and inner bolt collar. I tried to get an answer from Toyota about this which only ended up being a waist of time as they were not eager to share any of their design secrets. You probably noticed this difference in the mounts when you did the modification to this vehicle. Any thoughts as why they may have done this to the 3rd body mount?
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Darryl, I don't understand either why the mounts were designed this way.
@mudlakemicrobes 4 жыл бұрын
Great video, I can taste the grit in my mouth.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, love getting dirt and grit in my eyes working on somebody's rig. It's happened many many times. Not so much in my mouth. We're glad you like the video.
@jeffaguiar8970 2 жыл бұрын
Hi timmy. I'm about to do some serious rust grinding on my 98 4r frame (rust belt t4r 😭). With all the steps you noted, how far apart can I seperate the body from the frame so I can inspect and potentially grind the top plane of my frame before i start running into any binding issues? Just enough to fit a grind wheel in? Thanks again.
@TimmyTheToolman 2 жыл бұрын
I don't know the max you can lift it up. You will want to watch how tight you're stretching electrical lines. That would be the limiting factor.other than the steering shaft that you'll obviously have to disconnect.
@kevinrollins6327 7 жыл бұрын
Tim, have a question for you. I bought a 98 4runner three months ago and have done several upgrades to it already. It came with a "two inch lift". I just assumed that it was a suspension lift because in the description the seller said it has rear Toytec progressive springs and Bilstein 5100 height adjustable shocks in the front. Now that I own it and have been working on it, have seen that it has a body lift, either 1.5 or 2.0 (not sure). The Bilstein shocks up front are positioned with the C clip on the highest adjustment ring. I am just assuming at this point that the strut coils up front are original (don't see the yellow/blue or yellow/yellow color marks) and that the longer Tundra TRD coils are still something I need to put on at some point of time. Here is the question....When I eventually buy some new springs for the front and need to set the height adjustment clip for the new shock, what ring do you think it should go on? Don't want the front end pointing at the sky and might not even mind if the front is slightly lower than the rear. I could do some trial and error but if I can avoid pulling the strut and re compressing the spring to try new settings it would sure make my life easier. Thanks for the video, I now understand why the lower radiator hose is all distorted looking on my truck, they didn't lower the radiator at all!!
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Hey Kevin, you might just have to do some calculations based on what your current ride height is and make the necessary adjustments based off the new spring height and weight rating and where you want the front end height to end up when you're all done. Because the fronts are on the top perch, I'm guessing the rear springs have been changed out for a higher ride in the rear as well. You could search the Toyota forums like toyota-4runner.org and ask how much of a lift you'll get based off the shock perch height and the spring you're using. So, what I'm trying to say is I can't give you any type of definitive answer because there's lot a variables involved. Sorry I can't be more helpful. I think you just might have to do some trial and error to end up with the ride height you want which obviously is more work for you. An air impact or cordless impact would make this process much easier.
@israelrodriguez6986 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Timmy, how r u brother..I wanted to ask you. I have a 3in spacer lift in back and a 2 and a half in the front i believe. Can I add a 1 to 2in. Body lift like the one in your video without additional problems than What u already mentioned? Thank you!
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
I don't see why not. 2 inches is the max you can go before you have to start altering wiring and other things to make it work.
@87MENGER 7 жыл бұрын
it be nice to have you do my 97 T100 too. make video of the short-term model that last it for sometimes.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the offer to put a body lift on your T100 but I think we're going to pass. I think one body lift video is enough for people to get the idea of what they need to do.
@87MENGER 7 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman I'm joking... I think the body lift on trucks is way easier than the Runner. since most area are more clear. anyhow I would like a 2nd person as my work bud due to most pepz around me does not know how to miss around with toyota trucks.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Are you offering me a job?
@CGGarage 3 жыл бұрын
You still have that 97 t100? I want to BL mine as well.
@cachanillabc9049 6 жыл бұрын
Hi timmy I want to now your opinion on this. I am thinking about installing a front and rear 1.5 inch leveling kit on my 2002 4runner. It is a 2WD. I hurt that by doing this you could gain a 3 inch lift. Would it affect other suspension components. What you think I should do.
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
cachanilla bc I haven't heard great things about spacer lifts, especially for the front of the vehicle. I've seen pictures where the upper balljoint gets pushed at an extreme angle from the spacer lift. I understand people go this route for how affordable it is but if you could afford new springs and shocks for the front and rear, that would be a much better way to go.
@mrs1557 4 жыл бұрын
I'm getting ready to install polyurethane body mount bushings (Energy Suspension) on my 2000 4Runner. About how much would I have to lift the body off the frame to be able to install the new bushings? Also, do I need to loosen anything other than the body mount bushings and front bumper if I'm only replacing the old bushings and not installing a lift kit? Thank you in advance for you help.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Watch the video again & I think your questions will be answered. But the steering linkage & the shifting linkage would be good to loosen depending on how much you lift up the body.
@williamwhitehead8362 4 жыл бұрын
I'm not quite sure which one I would do yet because I have a Sequoia and I'm just worried about the front differential CV joints so end of the day we were in the on the front there what it would do to them to the factory bearing if you could come out on that part to the body worth wasn't too bad but I will need a little bit here and there !
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
You can do a mild lift and get a differential drop and your CV shafts will be fine.
@mujeokjc 6 ай бұрын
Timmy, thanks for the video. I put rough country 3" lift kit to my 97 4runner with 33s. I would like to put 35s. Q1. Should I do a body lift? Q2. What size 1 or 1.5 or 2 inch?
@TimmyTheToolman 6 ай бұрын
Even with a 2 inch body lift, with 35" tires, you will have to do some cutting and welding ("Tubbing" of the fender wells) so you don't experience significant rubbing.
@jamismoyify 2 жыл бұрын
Hey great video, If I'm just installing new poly body mount bushings and not doing a body lift, do I still need to disconnect the steering rag join and shifter linkage? I need to lift the body just enough to slide the old mounts out
@TimmyTheToolman 2 жыл бұрын
You can probably get away with not disconnecting those items but I would be extremely cautious. Those items def need to be disconnected when installing a body lift because you’re going above and beyond the body lift size that is being installed and lifting the body upwards of 2” is a lot. Just separating your mounts and lifting the body a tad shouldn’t be too bad. But definitely take caution and be careful. It’s always best to be safe than sorry and those connection points you mentioned are easy to loosen and tighten back up. Mark the shifter connection to ensure you get it back in its happy place..
@jamismoyify 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'll probably just disconnect them to be safe. Also in you noted in the video that the front and rear bumpers are connected to the frame, and thus will leave a gap when doing a body lift. Correct me if I'm wrong but on a stock truck the rear bumper pieces are connected to the body right and should move with the truck? An aftermarket steel bumper would be connected to the frame though.
@williamwhitehead8362 4 жыл бұрын
I was inquiring what size tires you use and what brand name or off-road muds & snow for highway tires and where you get them from
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
This is a pretty loaded question. I suggest you visit the forums to see firsthand what setup people are running & how they like their tires. It's too hard for us to recommend anything specific based on our experience with different setups.
@nicholasrobinson5631 Жыл бұрын
Hello!! this is about my 4th time watching this video to make sure i got it all down, now as i’m doing it, the two bolts on my steering column do not want to move, any help on what to do? i’ve been fighting them for about 15 minutes now.
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
Try penetrating oil and heat. I'm guessing you're talking about the two bolts and nuts that hold the rag joint halves together?
@israelrodriguez6986 4 жыл бұрын
Will the gas filler tube leak a little when putting gas with this 2in body lift or no???
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
No. With a 2 inch body lift. things get a bit stretched but the filler tube shouldn't leak, at least it isn't something I have heard being a problem. The filler tubes start off as metal from where you fill your gas at and then they turn into rubber hoses under the rig closer to the fuel tank. If there's a leak, I'd be looking at the connection of the metal pipes to the rubber hoses.
@juanrafaelcancio722 7 жыл бұрын
Dear Tim, I have been seeing all of your videos because my 2002 4Runner SR5 2 Wd needs a air filter changing and I can't seem to find it. I have looked in the compartment glove but I can't seem to find it. If you could please answer my question so I could fix this issue, Thanks.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Are you talking about an engine air filter or an air filter for the passenger compartment? When I asked the dealer about an air filter for the cabin of my 2000 4runner SR5, I was told I didn't have one. I'm not sure if your 2002 model is different, but there's a very good chance you don't have one either.
@juanrafaelcancio722 7 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman I have never been able to find the passenger AC for the 4Runner. I have another question, my car alarm has stopped working with the remote. I have changed the key holder (where there is a button for unlock and lock that holds the key) battery and it still doesn't work, but when I close the car doors and lock them, then the alarm works. How do I reprogram it? Thank you for answering me I will see if I can find it. Keep up the hello work.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
What do you mean by the passenger AC? I don't know how to reprogram the alarm remote but I know there's write-ups on how to reprogram them. Just do a Google search and I'm sure you'll find information on how to do it.
@LainesDinMe 2 жыл бұрын
Do you disconnect the radiator brackets before starting the lift process? Same as when you would do the rag joint?
@TimmyTheToolman 2 жыл бұрын
No, we didnt. We did remove the bottom fan shroud piece that unclips so the fan wouldn't run into it. We did the radiator drop brackets as the last step.
@iadgreen28 6 жыл бұрын
Hi Tim. I have 305 tires and about 3 inch lift. Having clearance issues at certain turn angles after I installed a heavy off-road bumper. Looking at a 1 inch BL and was worried about the radiator mounting. Do you think I would need to relocate it even for a 1 inch? I think I’m your video it shows the lower radiator hose that was kinked up? Was hoping to avoid a BL but I don’t want to put more stress on my CVs. So that’s one positive for a BL right? Need more mall cool factor...haha
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Saroun Sam Wow, 305s with a 3 inch lift. I just put a 3 inch lift on my 98 and was considering 285s until I put them up against my rig and they just looked to big and I'd have rubbing issues. I was going to buy 285/75/R16 but just decided to go with 265/75/R16. It basically gave me an inch taller tire and they look fine with my lift. It's hard to say if you'll have lower radiator hose kinking problems with the 1 inch body lift. With Sean's rig, he didn't use a drop bracket for his radiator and it was definitely kinked with a 2" body lift lift. We just cut the hose down a bit so it wouldn't link anymore so that's an option too that we didn't mention in the video. But, he had to remove the lower part of his fan shroud, because without the drop brackets, his fan would grind on it. The lower shroud just clips in place. He never had any overheating issues so maybe it's ok to remove the lower section of the fan shroud without without any penalty of higher engine temps. You'll just have to try it out and see.
@iadgreen28 6 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman I think I will go with cutting the hose and losing the lower shroud. Thanks for the advice! On another note, any plans on doing u-joint replacement video and talking about how the double-Cardin joint isn’t serviceable or replaceable? Best part of the videos is the why you’re doing certain jobs, the research you’ve done and then the after effects post fix. Always grateful for your time and effort sir!
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Saroun Sam The double cardan joint is a difficult one because the replacement parts are next to impossible to source. People have successfully done it, but the consensus is the available u-joints are and inner joint are inferior and will fail prematurely. Most people just either find a used drive shaft at a wrecking yard or they buy an aftermarket driveshaft like a Tom Woods.
@iadgreen28 6 жыл бұрын
Hi Tim! I did the 1 inch body lift and the hose doesn't look too stressed and no overheating issues with the lower fan shroud removed as well. Steering got a little tighter though after the steering puck spacer went in. Not terrible but almost like I have to steer harder to corner.
@rexjonhdeer8180 6 жыл бұрын
hello tim, I'm new to your channel and i have to say, you do an amazing job. Anyway, i was wondering what is the best or max size tires i can fit onto the car with the 2" body lift. Im getting a 4runner soon and i need to mod it in order to go trailing. i want to fir 33's or 32 size tires. What body lift would you recommend for this? It would be amazing if you could respond. Thank you and have an amazing day. -Aaron
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Aaron, I'm going to refer this question to Sean because he's way more knowledgeable about body and suspension lifts and what size tires you can run. He should have an answer for you tomorrow.
@rexjonhdeer8180 6 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman ok thank you so much! Have a great night
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Aaron, I got a text back from Sean and he told me it's not an easy question to answer because there's a lot of variables like the size and type of rims you're using, size tires, whether you're using spacers, etc. Sean suggested you do a search on T4R.org and find guys who have only installed a body lift and find out what kind of tires and rims they are running. You could also ask your question on the Facebook page "3rd Gen Mafia". There's tons of dudes on there with lifted 4runners that could steer you in the right direction.
@rexjonhdeer8180 6 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman ok thanks again. Just a heads up I plan on running 33x12.5x15 on no spacers or with 1in. Ask him if that helps.
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
I don't think that would help because Sean is running bigger tires on his rig but he has a 2" body lift, a 3+" suspension lift, and he's running spacers. I think your best bet is searching for your answer on T4r.org. If you can't find your answer, just join the forum and then pose your question. I wish I could be more helpful but you need to find someone with your set-up to find out what worked for them.
@slixxster5118 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Tim. Wish there was a channel that specifically specializes in the 4th gens as you do the 3rd gens. Do you also work on other year runners or just the 3rd gens? Keep up the good informative videos.
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
Glad you like the video. Sean and I are wiling to work on other generation 4runners and other Toyota models as well. It's just that our network of buddies and people we meet through the channel mostly have 3rd Gen 4runners. We actually replaced fuel injectors on a 2004 Tacoma the other day but that's basically like a 3rd Gen 4runner because they run the same engine, front suspension, etc. We've done a couple things on 5th Gen 4runners and it seems we will probably end up working on those more as time goes on. There's a lot of 3rd Gens and 5th Gens around but not many 4th Gens. If you lived near us, we'd help you out.
@slixxster5118 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome.... That's great to know! Do you have a fee or do you do this to help out the T4R community? I do have a 4th gen (just bought a few months ago) and if it was feasible, would love for you to help but I live in So. CA. I believe you're in the bay area? I was looking to do a suspension lift (2-2.5" all around) and hopefully a body lift if needed. I couldn't find any videos of a body lift for the 4th gens and stumbled upon yours, which should be somewhat similar, I hope. There is a great write up on toyota120 boards but nothing beats a perfectly filmed, and instructed video like yours. I do have a question on a body lift though. As mentioned earlier I would like to do a 1" body lift on my 4th gen, but my concern is I don't want my bumper sitting 1" lower showing a gap between the bumper and body of the vehicle. After you completed this body lift, does it sit 2" lower due to the body lift or does it still sit rested at the factory position with no gap in-between? If I'm not mistaken the tow hitch does sit lower away from the body because it's mounted onto the frame and not the body. Also if you ever have the chance, a great instructional video that most 4th gen T4R owners can gain from is the infamous transfer case o-ring replacement. =)
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
When Sean and I help somebody out, and it means a new video we can share on our channel, our fee is lunch and beers. With the body lift, your bumpers will now have a bigger gap between them and the bumper because the bumpers are mounted to the frame. People have done different alterations to correct the gap like making custom mounts. Yeah, we're in San Jose We'd love to help you out but that would be a hell of a drive for you.
@marksimcoe4105 4 жыл бұрын
This question is a little off topic but, all things considered would you recommend Whiteline polyurethane body mount bushings or OEM rubber (3rd Gen 4Runner)? Is there anything else we need to be aware of in removing and replacing just the body mount bushings? Thanks and great videos.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Mark, I've never ridden in a rig with complete poly body mounts all around so I don't know what the ride would be like. I like Whiteline as a company but that's about all I could say on this. Maybe asking this question on a forum like T4R.org and see what guys say that have done this. I've only removed and replaced rear body mounts to install solid poly mounts for my rear CBI bumper install and it seemed pretty straight forward. You just have to get the body high enough to get the old mount out and the new mount back in.
@marksimcoe4105 4 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman Thank you very much for taking the time to reply to all the questions. You da man.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
@@marksimcoe4105 No problem. You're welcome Mark.
@StLouisBandit 5 жыл бұрын
Hey sir! Having issues and I suspect it is the body mounts. 2" body lift (done by PO) and stock mounts. Popping and clunking during tight turns, sometimes when the truck frame twists during acceleration, and sometimes rocking the truck side to side at a stand still will produce the pop. Sometimes a small pop, sometimes I can feel it through the whole body of the truck. Shop says it is body mounts, to me they look visually OK. Any suggestions for how to test/diagnose the body mounts?
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
Have you checked to see if any of them are loose?
@StLouisBandit 5 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman All body mount bolts are tight. I am at a loss on this one. Front has new CV's, new lower control arm bushings, new lower ball joints, uni-ball upper ball joint with poly upper bushings, new rack with new inner and outer tie rods. Can't find suspension play. Rear seams tight as well. Mostly, just a mild pop, but very occassionally it is really severe- usually under identical circumstances. When: -Under about 20 MPH -Usually very tight right hand turn -Truck will feel like, for a second, it resists rolling -Massive single "WHACK". Sometimes so severe the truck will rock side to side. Sounds like someone striking the frame with a big mallet, feels like it, too. Two specialty off road shops have told me different things. One said body mounts, other said tire clearance issues on front. I think both are full of it . Sorry to rant, at my whit's end.
@brycethoreson9216 2 жыл бұрын
Did you have to extend the brake lines/abs, gas filler neck and transfer case shifter?
@TimmyTheToolman 2 жыл бұрын
No, we didn't. With a 2 inch body lift, things get stretched a little tighter but nothing has to be extended.
@nolanjohnston6587 5 жыл бұрын
I’m doing one on my 1999 Runner with the 5 speed manual. I’ve followed your video up until you lift the body from the pinch weld but my frame is still coming up with my body. Is there anything you know of to that could be doing that?
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
Are you sure all the body mount bolts are loose? Have you unbolted the steering rag joint? If they are all loose, I don't know why the body won't separate from the frame.
@johnstontimothy901 3 жыл бұрын
Same problem here right now. I’ve got everything loose including the rag joint. Did you ever find a culprit Nolan?
@williamwhitehead8362 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the word and advice and I'll probably I wonder for 275 should work I think they're just just too wide I have to stay with the 265 thank you anyway bye for now stay 6 feet away with this virus?
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
I don't know about 275s but most 285 will rub the stock UCAs.
@williamwhitehead8362 4 жыл бұрын
Is this better for the runner gear then doing the spring lift for the suspension in the lift?
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Hey William, if you had to choose between a suspension lift or body lift, the suspension lift is the clear winner. But, some guys will do both, like Sean and many other have done.
@dominionn09 6 жыл бұрын
Any drawbacks to a body lift other than the bumpers being off?
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
You have to drop the radiator down to compensate for the body lift or remove the lower section of your fan shroud so the fan blades don't hit, and also cut the lower radiator hose a little so it's not kinked. Certain wires will be pulled tighter. The highest you can go without having to lengthen wires from the chassis to the body is 2 inches.
@str8toyoda745 3 жыл бұрын
On a 2000 ltd does the front bumper move up with the body lift or does it stay down with the frame?
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
The bumper is attached to the frame.
@RotoRCol 7 жыл бұрын
hi Timmy again, really a fan of your channel, thanks for accept me in facebook, just wondering that you don't like lift it up I also prefer stock height, what suspension do you recommend me, for the rear and front or you buy genuine toyota? just want a smooth ride on road or when taking bumps thanks
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
If you want a smooth ride and stock height, I'd just stick with Toyota OEM springs. I did put 99 springs in the back of my 4runner which gave me a 1" lift in the back. Check out this video to see the springs I bought for the rear and how I installed them: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qpZhaMWDvcqUgXk.html I kept my stock springs in the front and just replaced the shocks with Bilstein 4600s. I also put Bilstein 4600s in the rear.
@RotoRCol 7 жыл бұрын
cool thanks
@RotoRCol 7 жыл бұрын
hey TimmyYou told me bilstein 4600 for smooth ride?
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Yes, Bilstein 4600s are a good replacement for OEM shocks on our rigs. It's definitely a smooth ride.
@5gsoutdoors466 7 жыл бұрын
Would this be the same for a 95? Or is there some differences? Thanks
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
There are definitely some differences.
@RobStan-nu1qt 5 жыл бұрын
Quick question?? What will I have to loosen on a manual transmission?
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
For the manual transmission, I don't think you have to do anything. The shifter goes directing into the trans so there's no linkage to adjust. The only issue I can see is if the body being up higher is going to hinder the throw of the shifter and not allow you to engage all the gears. If it does hinder the shifting, I'm not familiar with what people do to rectify that. Maybe ask this question on T4R.org to find out if there's any issues with shifting a manual transmission after a body lift. Somebody will know the answer.
@israelrodriguez6986 4 жыл бұрын
If I'm not mistaken, TOYTEC said on thr website that the rear bumper is attached to the body and will move up with body as u install the lift....
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Yes, that's correct. The rear OEM bumper is attached to the body. The tow hitch is attached to the frame.
@israelrodriguez6986 4 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman , thank you, that's one less thing thts gotta be done.
@israelrodriguez6986 4 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman I cant seem to find any website that sells the front bumper relocating brackets
@GXKid06 7 жыл бұрын
Great video. Would you recommend doing this over a 2 inch suspension lift? How much did it cost. You know I had the whole interior and carpet out recently to install sound Insulation. I saw those black plastic covers and I wondered what they were. Now I know. I also know that I covered them up with the foam with foil backing stuff. Thanks for the knowledge .
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Go with a suspension lift. A body lift is affordable but it offers no performance upgrade other than more wheel clearance for running bigger tires. When you get a suspension lift, you can get upgraded springs and shocks for better off-road performance. However, suspension lifts aren't without their problems. When you lift the vehicle higher than stock height, things change like the angle of your CV axles and your rear end will be pulled a little towards the passenger side because of the panhard bar. For the CV axle angle, you can get a 1" differential drop but you're still operating at a slightly steeper angle. Being at a steeper angle is harder on the joints and they tend to wear out quicker and there's also a chance of ripping CV boots when the ribs of the inner boot rub together due to the steeper angle. In our CV Axle Reboot video, we show a way to extend the inner joint boot so the ribs aren't rubbing together anymore. This stretches the boot a little further putting more stress on the rubber and it's our hope it will last longer than leaving the boot ribs touching creating friction and tearing the boots over a short period of time. For the rear end issue, there's several ways people address it. Some add a panhard drop bracket that is bolted and welded onto the passenger side mount getting the rear end centered again. Some go with an adjustable panhard bar that they so they can dial in the rear end spacing and get it centered again. Some go with a bracket and adjustable bar. Recently, somebody on the toyota-4runner.org forum fabricated a set of weld-on brackets for the panhard bar. It utilizes a short lift bracket on the driver side mount (I think 1") and a drop bracket on the driver side with two bolt up points (1" drop or 2" drop). Anyways, a super long response but I wanted to give you a little heads up of the issues that go along with a suspension lift. With only a 2" lift, you're not changing things too drastically but I'd still opt to do the 1" differential drop in the front and get the rear end re-centered with either an adjustable panhard bar or drop brackets.
@jonathanornelas9238 4 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman Hey Man hope you can see this comment I have a 1997 4 runner and my crossover has a leak and as you know is the one that is located right behind the engine I been looking for way to remplace it but it looks that there is not space to work there at all wondering if loosing all the bolts like if I'm doing a body lift will give me the room to pull it from down there right next to the transmission hope you can help me with this or you my have done it before just looking for options I haven't found anything out there so I watch the full video and it looks that by lifting the vehicle the way you did I my have a better chance, well hope you can get back to me thanks in advance
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
@@jonathanornelas9238 Hey Jonathan, even with a body lift, I don't think you'll be able to get that crossover pipe out but I could be wrong. When guys have decided to put headers on their 3rd Gens, they end up cutting the crossover pipe out with a reciprocating saw. I would say you're easiest way to get the crossover pipe out is to pull the transmission. You could use our Transmission Replacement series to accomplish that. While you have the transmission out, you might want to consider replacing the rear main seal on your engine. Pulling the transmission out isn't really technical or difficult. It's just time consuming. With a friend helping you, you might be able to knock it out in one day but maybe set aside a weekend and you'll get it done. By the way, where is the leak in the crossover pipe? Usually they leak at the connections and you can just replace the exhaust gasket.
@jonathanornelas9238 4 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman not sure man at this very moment I'm at the Toyota dealership getting those gaskets I'm not sure if is broken or is just that is missing all the gaskets not sure if a super tight space to see I was wondering if getting two Jack's and with the 2×4 lift the body to see if I can make room enough to pull the crossover for one side, I have already get a other crossover from the junkyard I my need to see the video of the transmission oh well I have already done all the job for the body lift all bolts and bumper already off lol
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
@@jonathanornelas9238 If you watch our V8 Swap video, we literally lift the body off the chassis and you could do the same but I don't think that's any easier than just pulling the transmission out of your way. I'm still confused about the leak though. How do you know it's leaking? If it's just the gaskets, you obviously don't have to remove the pipe. If there's an actual hole in the pipe, that's a different story. Have you investigated where the leak actually is? One trick I have heard people do is hook up the exhaust side of a shop vacuum to the tail pip of their rig. They turn on the shop vac and that positively pressurizes the exhaust system. Then you can go in with a soapy water solution spraying the connections and looking for bubbles.
@kingkonginthetrunk 5 жыл бұрын
You know the part numbers to replace the tabs for the grille? Mine rattles / is loose.
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
I don't know it off the top of my head. I'm stuck at work for a couple days and can look for you when I get home. If I don't get back to you, send me a reminder.
@keigosaeki4902 3 ай бұрын
Hello Timmy, great video! I just installed 2'' body lift and having issues with steering being too stiff. What can I do to make it steering turn more smoother? I feel I have to use extra wrist muscle to make that extra effort to turn the wheel.. please help
@TimmyTheToolman 3 ай бұрын
There's a pinch bolt for each side of the rag joint. Loosen the upper one that secures the rag joint halve to the steering shaft. What happened is you tightened the two halves together with the supplied bolts after inserting the spacer puck. You probably tightened the pinch bolt first, followed by the two bolts that hold the rag joint together. The rag joint halves weren't completely mated together when you tightened the pinch bolt. As you tightened the two rag joint bolts, you ended up pulling tension on the steering shaft, causing the tight steering. By loosening that upper pinch bolt, the rag joint will find its neutral place again on the steering shaft, detensioning the steering shaft. You should be able to rectify this very quickly.
@keigosaeki4902 3 ай бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman Hello Timmy, I just did what you told me to do. When I loosened the pinch bolt, the steering shaft gradually moved up. And then I retightened it. Is it going to be ok even though part of the flat side is now shown on the steering shaft where the pinch bolt is? I dont know how long the shaft is in the pinch ;olt enough to hold it in ..
@TimmyTheToolman 3 ай бұрын
@@keigosaeki4902 With the 2" steering puck spacer, the upper halve of the rag joint should now be 2 inches higher on the shaft than it was before. There shouldn't be a concern of not having enough steering shaft engagement with the rag joint. That's about the best I can do to let you know you should be ok. Is you're steering feeling better now?
@keigosaeki4902 3 ай бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman yes!! You are the man! It worked like a charm! Steering so smooth now. Thank you so much!
@TimmyTheToolman 3 ай бұрын
@@keigosaeki4902 You're welcome. I'm glad I could be of assistance to you.
@robklopp6663 4 жыл бұрын
Hey my brother... (sorry, but I have been watching you extensively for a few months now, and you are a huge influence on why I bought a 3rd gen 4runner over other options.. so you are defunct family now that my wife has had to listen to hours of you! lol) Anyways.. body lift and transcooler. (I am doing the timing belt soon and a new radiator as well) What is the opinion? I have a 2000 4runner (fat lip) I just bought for a song.. 164k miles.. but unfortunately no recorded timing belt change.. and DEFINITELY stock radiatior. Now.. since I have plans to move to Minnesota, you have already talked me out of the trans cooler alone option, so I am now going with your series cooler and radiator in series build that you have on your own vehicle.. (well.. have not finished that series.. so PLANS are.. unless there is a major spoiler at the end.. lol) But how about that 2 inch body lift that you have showcased on this series? Can they be combined? (I am thinking I wanna do your setup with the 2" lift versus the 3" lift and new upper control arm, but the body lift would be nice if it can be done.) Whaddya think sir?
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Rob, lots of guys do a combo body lift and suspension lift. With the body lift, you get more wheel clearance which is nice. You will have however have a 2 inch gap now between your bumpers and body unless you makes some custom adjustments to how they are mounted. A body lift also stretches your vehicle wiring to it's limits but it's usually not a problem. A 2 inch body lift is the max before you're forced to do some custom things for wiring harnesses that just don't have that much free play to stretch anymore. So yeah, a combo body and suspension lift is fine. I personally don't care for body lifts, but that's just me. Sean likes them and has them on 2 of his rigs. It's great to hear our channel is inspiring purchases of 3rd Gen 4runners but I guess it does make sense. If you have a library of videos that will help you work on your chosen vehicle, I could see how that could influence a DIY type owner to make a purchase of one vehicle over another. Happy Wrenching Brother! If you have more questions, just ask.
@robklopp6663 4 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman Thank you sir. I DID pay close attention to your series on the body lift, and the only selling point that I saw was on the rear spring set up where you can do the wrenching from the side versus the underneath feel method. Trust me.. I WAS certified GM ASE, and I was never a fan of the blind finger method. I am thinking now that body lift is out of my to do arsenal, but two more questions if I may. First, is the diff drop kit a smart idea for the 2 inch lift so that the cv's are not bound? And second question...How Essential is the adjustable panhard bar with a simple Bielstein or Old man Emu lift (2 inch all around)? Will there be that much play that I need to be concerned? And once again, thanks for your help. I already have your suggested tools after part one and two of your timing belt change on order. Your videos are positively amazing!!
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
@@robklopp6663 The body lift definitely makes dealing with the rear upper shock mounts more tolerable but if you have some flex head box end wrenches, it's not so bad. I think the diff drop is a good idea for a 2 inch lift in the front. It will help keep your CV boot ribs from rubbing and causing a premature failure of the boots. As for the rear, I think you can get away without doing anything with the rear panhard bar. I'm running OME 906s on my 2000 which raises the rear 2 inches and it's fine. If you wanted to do anything though, I'd install an Eimkeith panhard lift bracket on the driver side to get the panhard bar sitting a little more level. On my 98, I have over 5 inches of lift in the rear so I have the lift bracket welded onto the driver side axle as well as the drop bracket welded onto the driver side frame.
@robklopp6663 4 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman I appreciate all of your help. I WILL be sending other people your direction for the simple fact that you document well and honestly. (your two part timing belt change doc showed me that you are legit) Thanks for your advise and for any future brain pan pickings that I am SURE that I will bother you with. I apologise in advance! lol
@robklopp6663 4 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman Wait.. what?? I just re read that reply. 5 inches of lift on the rear??? Ok.. I will be scouring your videos quite a bit more. If you have a link to your videos please give to me. I find what you post VERY informative and accurate. BTW... I work (for now) at an auto parts chain that ryhmes with Advaaaaaaaance.... nuff said. I have more than a few customers that rely on my opinion for repairs, especially for this vehicle. I am already sending them your way... but if you have more links to direct them to, then I am all about promoting you.
@renodelossantos7089 4 жыл бұрын
Did u have to undo anything inside the cab? As far as the dash, steering etc.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
No, we didn't. Everything necessary to perform this job is shown in the video.
@israelrodriguez6986 6 жыл бұрын
Was the battery cable ok or did it end up being another issue?
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
It gets a little tight but you don't have to alter anything.
@trkillswitch710 4 жыл бұрын
Is it a different kit and or process for a 2WD 98 4Runner sr5?
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
It should be the exact same.
@mx5_4rnr 3 жыл бұрын
Could I install this body lift with rock sliders welded on already?
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
With the rock sliders already welded on, they will get in the way of your ability to lift the body by getting under the body pinch welds. I'd say it would be still possible to raise the body to install the body lift pucks but you'd probably have to employ at least two hydraulic jacks with shorter pieces of wood that would fit between the cross member sections of the rock rails.
@zachwalden317 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great vid. I've done the 2" body lift on my 2000 sr5 and it looks totally bitchin. I hear something banging around when on bumpy roads, feels like the t-case and I feel it in the gas pedal. Bumps only. Any ideas?
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing the noise happened after the lift?
@zachwalden317 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman yeah. The t case always had movement, but I notice other runners do that too. I'll check it out some more
@Antho2529 2 жыл бұрын
does this affect the 4wd shifter? do we need todo anything with it?
@TimmyTheToolman 2 жыл бұрын
No
@FTY6150 3 жыл бұрын
can you show us a before anf after with the body lift ??
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
This video is 3 years old. We are no longer in contact with Eric, and even if we were, we heard he rolled his rig and he retired it. So, you're going to have to use your imagination and visualize a rig with a body two inches higher.
@godzilla_son4383 3 жыл бұрын
Hi did u ever did a custom plate with new drill holes for the front bumper? Or did the lift didn’t effect the front bumper at all?
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
No we never made a custom plate and yes it does affect how the bumper looks in relation to the body. There will now be a bigger gap between the bumper and body unless you modify the bumper brackets.
@godzilla_son4383 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman thanks for the reply do u know any company out that actually made those mounts?
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
@@godzilla_son4383 No, I don't. Any decent fabricator local to you could probably figure out a good way to alter the OEM mounts to bring the bumper back into better alignment.
@cardp17 5 жыл бұрын
Timmy, i have a manual transmission. Is there something that I need to loosen w/ the shifter? I actually completed a 1" lift (didn't know you had a video for this) and now I can't shift into 2nd, 4th or reverse. Uhg.
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
Well, you're body went up and inch and your shifter which plugs directly into the transmission stayed put. That drops the articulation point of your shifter 1 inch downward in relation to the body and is why you can't shift into those gears anymore. The shifter lever is contacting the cut-out hole in the body before the gear engages. I did some quick research and I think the answer to your issue is installing a short throw shifter kit. It will raise your shifter back up around 1-1.5 inches. LCE Performance makes them. Here's a link: www.lceperformance.com/Short-Shifter-Kits-s/1582.htm Let me know if it works out for you.
@cardp17 5 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman figured it out. had to redrill shifting plate holes about an inch forward to shift it back an inch. but that wasn't enough. Also had to grind away a good section of the middle cross member of the shifting plate (driver's side half only) and that did it. very easy to do w/ a grinding wheel/dremel. Much appreciated, Timmy!
@benrobinson6907 3 жыл бұрын
Did you have to extend the brake lines or any lines to compensate for the lift at all? Also, do I have to loosen the shifting linkage for a manual trans? Thank you
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
No, we didn't. It's common to extend the rear brake line that leads to the rear axle for a suspension lift though.
@benrobinson6907 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman awesome, I'm doing a 2 inch suspension lift as well, but I am considering a body lift to get some better clearance because I launch my boat and stuff. Clearance while in water is a good thing :)
@benrobinson6907 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman what about the manual trans, do you have to loosen the shifting linkage?
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
@@benrobinson6907 There really isn't any manual shifting linkage. The shifter plugs right into the top of the transmission. But, with the body being higher, I'm pretty sure I have heard it throws off the amount of throw you have with the shifter. As long as you can get into all your gears, you're good. They do make a short shifting kit but I can't remember who makes it.
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
@@benrobinson6907 Good luck with the lift.
@EvolutionT4R 6 жыл бұрын
I notice after doing my BL i think that my body shifted more to the driver side causing my passenger side wheel sticking more out than of my driver side.
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
I really don't know how that is possible. There's not a lot of play in the body mount bolt holes. If all the bolt holes lined up on both sides and they were all tightened down, your body should be sitting square on the frame.
@maxg9684 5 жыл бұрын
Probably just the car. My car also doesn’t look like it’s straight.
@thethreesixty155 6 жыл бұрын
Just did the 2" body lift on my 99 4Runner but the steering is kinda harder now with the space just wondering if your guys one was like that too and how to fix it
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
TheThreesixty The rag joint on the steering shaft is the culprit. Loosen both pinch bolts and move the rag joint up a fraction. The steering shaft is binding causing the tightness in the steering shaft. Once you find a more neutral location for the rag joint on the steering shaft and steering rack gear, your steering effort should be back to normal. If this makes sense, when you bolted up the rag joint, you're basically trying to stretch the steering shaft because the rag joint is sitting down too far and that's putting strain on the ujoint above causing the steering effort to be harder. If you have more questions, get back to me. Please let me know if this fixed your problem.
@iadgreen28 6 жыл бұрын
Going to try this. Have harder steering after a 1 inch body lift. Will report back to see if this helps.
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Let me know if it worked out for you.
@iadgreen28 6 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman Took me a couple days to get back under the truck but I locked the steering wheel and loosened the top and bottom pinch bolts. Also loosened the puck bolts as well and just kind of jiggled the whole thing so it would settle into a good natural spot. There wasn’t an obvious clunk or anything. So I re-tightened all 4 bolts and test drove it and steering is back to normal. Great advice as always man. Definitely should be part of body lift procedure.
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Glad the fix worked out for you. I added a pinned comment regarding this issue.
@bobbybrwn 7 жыл бұрын
no before and after pics?
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Nope. We forgot to do it. When it was finally all done, it was so late and dark out we just called it a night. We've heard the same comment on our other lift videos. We're so occupied with getting the job started and done we forget something simple like this that the viewer would like to see.
@bobbybrwn 7 жыл бұрын
I did the same thing with my lift
@israelrodriguez6986 6 жыл бұрын
How much was this kit u used? Thanks Tim!
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Israel Rodriguez I don't know Israel. I didn't purchase it. Just look it up on ToyTec's website.
@jolvindoblado 3 жыл бұрын
Hello, I have a 2000 4Runner SR5 2wd , where can I get the right 3in body lift for my truck , I would appreciate if you can tell me where can get it .
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
Check out Toytec. The link to their website is in the video description. By the way, we don't recommend you go any higher than a 2 inch body lift because you'll then have to make modifications to wiring harnesses and hoses. Do yourself a favor and do no more than a 2 inch body lift like we show in this video.
@jolvindoblado 3 жыл бұрын
I found it , Thankyou so much
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
@@jolvindoblado You're welcome.
@davejones4524 Жыл бұрын
Hey was wanting some advice, maybe you can help or give me some guidance. I live in a small town so we don't have any 4x4 shop's in are area. My friend has a 2011 double cab Tacoma, with a dobinson 3" in the front and 2.5" spring in the rear. He has done every mod , also new uca's . He did the needle bearing eliminate, and with rear driveshaft out it is still vibrating. Do you have any advice on what the issue might be. Thanks for any help you could offer.
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
It could be a lot of things. Quite often, it's as simple as rechecking your wheel balancing at a tire shop. A high percentage of the time, the wheels are out of balance. Another possibility is control arm bushings, mainly the front lower ones. If the bushings are worn, they can cause a front end shimmy. It could be a bad wheel bearing. Check all 4 wheels for bearing play by grabbing at the 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock positions pushing and pulling with opposing force trying to detect any play. There should be no play. It could be worn bushings for the front differential support arm mounts. Finally, it could be something your buddy replaced and didn't properly tighten. Recheck your work. Good luck. I hope you figure it out.
@davejones4524 Жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman thanks so much. Believe he has done most of these, am going to double check and see. Thanks so much for your reply. You are awesome and I love you KZfaq. Your the reason I can fix everything myself now
@davejones4524 Жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman he let me know all of these has been checked and good, and still having the vibration. Could you think of anything else it might be? And always thanks for your help
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
@@davejones4524 I don't have any other ideas for him. Just so you and your buddy know, it's pretty impossible to diagnose bad control arm bushings by just looking at them. You have to take the component off the frame and then you can examine and manipulate the bushing to see if it's bad. I did this recently with my 2000 4runner. I had a front end shimmy that wheel balancing did not fix. I suspected my LCA bushings were bad based off the symptoms, age, and mileage. I was right. On both LCAs, there was one bushing that was ripped and had gross play. I installed some Whiteline poly bushings, got an alignment and my front end shimmy was gone. If I were him, I'd take the rig to another tire shop and have them check the wheel balancing. Some shops are better than others. Also, has he gone through any mud recently? A build-up of dried mud on the inside of the rim could throw off the wheel balancing big time. If that doesn't work, I'd suspect front LCA bushings. But, I guess I should ask, what does the vibration feel like? Does he feel it in the steering wheel? Is this just something he's hearing or does he feel it? A little more explanation of the vibration symptom might help.
@davejones4524 Жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman everything is brand new, we changed it when we did the lift,. But thanks very much for your help. We will keep trying
@yourbuddyaj 4 жыл бұрын
Great video as always but the fact my man didn’t tidy up before bringing it over for the install is kind of surprising and inconsiderate. I know I’m beating a dead horse because the commenters have already mentioned this but hot damn I would never.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
Yep, Ol' Eric definitely could have cleaned up the inside a bit before coming over but he did bring beer, so he does have some redeeming qualities. We heard later down the road that he rolled his rig and it most likely ended up at some PickNPull that made a bunch of people's day pulling nice parts off of it.
@yourbuddyaj 4 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman Oh, 10-4. Wonder if that body lift had anything to do with his center of gravity and why it rolled. I’m researching body lifts and suspension lifts and I want to do one, but not certain is really necessary. I want to stay as low as possible but finding that sweet spot is tough.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
@@yourbuddyaj It could have contributed for sure. I wasn't there so I don't know where he was and how it happened.
@jonathancooper8016 3 жыл бұрын
I just done a 2 inch body lift on my 96 gen 3 and my selection rod isn't long enough to come out of reverse any ideas
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
It's long enough. You've got your linkage bound up. Loosen the 12mm nut that attaches the shifter lever arm to the transmission linkage. Make sure the transmission is in park and the shifter is in park. Now tighten the nut and you should have reset your linkage and it should shift right.
@jonathancooper8016 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman thankyou big fan of the 3rd gen mods
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
@@jonathancooper8016 You're welcome Jonathan. Sic Mods!
@poyocurry3053 4 жыл бұрын
Will the kit work on a 5th gen 4r?
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
No clue. Contact Toytec and see if they sell a kit for 5th Gen 4runners.
@stevew092984 2 жыл бұрын
Was doing this job today and was following all the instructions, so I thought. As I was lifting the body, all most was able to get the front puck installed and something burst. It looks like it was from the radiator, but I'm not sure yet. Can anyone help????
@TimmyTheToolman 2 жыл бұрын
How can anyone help if they're not there to see what you're talking about?
@stevew092984 2 жыл бұрын
Were the radiator supports supposed to be loosened before lifting the vehicle? I can't tell yet what burst, but I didn't loosen the radiator and something burst and a lot of liquid under pressure began spewing out from the front of the vehicle. I immediately dropped the jack and then the spewing subsided slowly. Not sure what it was just yet.
@stevew092984 2 жыл бұрын
Figured out what happened. I have an after market bumper and there's a notch cut out for the high pressure A/C line, I believe. Since the line is at an angle, when I lifted the body, the metal bumper was making contact and eventually broke the line. Not really sure what I need to do now
@justinlaurenzana3176 7 жыл бұрын
How do you change a power steering pump on a 99 Tacoma 3.4 L
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Well, I've never done one but I can give you a pretty good idea. First of all, remove the belt that powers it. You can reference our drive belt video to learn how to remove the belt and properly adjust it when you get the new power steering pump back on. Next, you'd have to disconnect the send and return fluid lines from the pump. I recommend using a flare nut wrench for these fittings. Finally, you remove the bolts that hold it onto the engine and pull it off. It's as simple as that. Before you go out and replace the pump, what are the symptoms leading you to believe the power steering pump is bad? It's pretty common the screen on the bottom of the power steering reservoir gets blocked up and starves the steering rack of fluid causing a whining noise and sometimes stiffer steering. If you're have these types of symptoms, take a turkey baster and remove as much fluid out of the reservoir as possible. Maybe a syringe with a small plastic tube connected to it could drain it even further. Now take a flashlight and look down in there. If you see a bunch of black crud blocking the screen, you should remove the reservoir, clean it out as best you can with some carb cleaner of something similar like brake cleaner that dries clean and see it that fixes your problem.
@justinlaurenzana3176 7 жыл бұрын
Do you have any videos how to change a power steering pump on the 99 Tacoma 3.4 L
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Hey Justin, no we don't but it can't be that hard. You need to remove the drive belt first and you could use our drive belt video for that. Then you have to remove the send and return lines to the pump and finally remove the bolts that hold the pump onto the engine. After you get the new one in, you can use our steering rack replacement video to see how we worked the air out of the system and topped off the power steering fluid level. But before you do all that, what symptoms are you getting? It could be the screen on the bottom of the pump reservoir is blocked up with crud and starving the steering rack of fluid. Draw out some of the fluid with a turkey baster or possibly a syringe with a rubber tube attached and then grab a flashlight and look down into the reservoir. If you see a bunch of black crud blocking the fine mesh screen on the bottom, a cleaning might fix your problems. This is a common problem especially for people who don't renew the fluid on a regular basis. It's pretty easy to remove the reservoir. You remove the return line and then I think there's 3 bolts or nuts that hold it onto the pump. Once you get the reservoir off, you can shoot some carb or brake cleaner inside to clean up the screen and then reinstall. There's an o-ring for the connection between the reservoir and pump so make sure that's in place when you reassemble. Then go through the bleeding procedure we outline in the steering rack replacement video. Let me know how it goes.
@GYoung-dk5of 6 жыл бұрын
SEE, Eric doesn't like em (Side steps)either LOL
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
can't have those things in the way dragging on rocks!
@jeremymurray9805 3 жыл бұрын
Did you have to extend the hose going to the gas tank?
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
No, we didn't. With a 2 inch body lift, you don't have to extend any hoses or electrical lines. If you go any higher than that, that's when you run into issues stretching things too much,
@jeremymurray9805 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman thanks for the info
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
@@jeremymurray9805 You're welcome.
@EvolutionT4R 6 жыл бұрын
Do u need to remove the oem body mount on top when placing in the 2” puck or just stack on top ?
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
Vang Moua You're not removing the OEM mounts. You're just adding the puck in for the body lift. If you watch the video, we show you everything you need to do.
@EvolutionT4R 6 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman So i just finish the lift but then my steering became stiffer when turning is that normal or did i do something wrong?
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
You didn't necessarily do something wrong. This is a common issue after a body lift. The rag joint is pulling too much tension on the steering shaft. Loosen the pinch bolt for the upper half of the rag joint so the steering shaft can slide free a little bit upwards to take tension off the shaft. Or, you could loosen the lower pinch bolt and let the hole rag joint move up a little. Just make sure the lower half of the rag joint is grabbing enough of the steering rack gear. Once you make this adjustment, your steering should free up. I have a feeling you tightened the pinch bolts first and then tightened the two bolts that hold the rag joint together. If you would have tightened the pinch bolts last, the rag joint would have come together tight without pulling tension on the steering shaft.
@EvolutionT4R 6 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman thank you sir for replying back you are the man 👍🏻👍🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@rallypoint1 6 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman Hey Tim..I had the exact same thing happen this weekend. Steering is tight and won't re center after turns. Should I mark the halfs when I loosen the yoke slip to keep them aligned? I don't them going in two different directions. Thank you sir!!
@YouTubeMaster1611 3 жыл бұрын
Before and after of the 4runner? Come on man!
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
Oh my god the horrors we put people through. Let me help you. Close your eyes and Imagine the body 2 inches higher. You're welcome. So, we put together a kickass instructional video and all you can say is this. No thanks for the time for time we invested in performing the job, filming the job and editing the footage. No appreciation for the detail we offer. Nope, just a complaint on how we didn't share a before and after shot of the rig. Well, as the saying goes, you can't please everyone.
@4runner4wd79 4 жыл бұрын
Do you know anyone that used the energy suspension body bushings for the 3rd gen 4Runner? I’m really hesitant on using the toytech. Thank you.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
No, I don't know of anyone who's used Energy Suspension or Toytec. I do think I remember somebody saying they used Whiteline though and they were happy with them. Why are you replacing your body bushings anyway?
@4runner4wd79 4 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman It’s a 1996 4Runner that I bought in Norfolk VA. It’s had a lot of surface rust but all contained now. Did a full King suspension front and back. OME springs in the rear. total chaos UCA and traction bars and Solo Motorsports LCA. All bushings has been change except the body bushings, transmission, and the engine mounts. Thanks to all your videos I able to do all the work myself. I even did the timing belt in the hotel parking lot in Virginia. Than drove it cross country to SoCal in 2017.
@4runner4wd79 4 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman Also, I had a question about your Duro bumps you replaced for the front diff. I emailed the company that sells them but they haven’t responded. The question is if there are any difference in performance for the 3.5” and the 5.25” height? Which one did you end up using? Thank you for all your help.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
@@4runner4wd79 I think you are mixing up two different products. The differential support bushings are only one size. The bump stops come in different sizes depending on whether you're at stock height or you have a suspension lift.
@TimmyTheToolman 4 жыл бұрын
@@4runner4wd79 Good to hear our videos are helping you out. Thanks for taking the time to comment and let us know. Happy Wrenching!
@1MartinPL 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome Video! You said Sr5 instead of limited at the beginning :P Oops
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Oh well, Timmy the Toolman is far from perfect. Glad you like the video.
@IINFAMOUSDEE 7 жыл бұрын
This vehicle is an SR5 model, not a limited. It has leather but is not a limited model.
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
Well, there it is there. I guess Timmy the Toolman isn't getting senile just yet.
@1MartinPL 7 жыл бұрын
+IINFAMOUSDEE Bro i have never seen an sr5 like that, he must have special ordered it. Its doesn't just have the leather, it has the limited rims and painted fender flares, painted side step but then it has sr5 front and rear chrome bumper and interior plastics (black plastic). Thats a first for me and i love 4Runners. Sorry!
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
It's a Hybrid 3rd Gen. A Limited and SR5 had a baby and this was the offspring.
@lowcountryadventures5549 7 жыл бұрын
how much do you think this will cost for installation and could i do it myself
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
I've heard shops charge charge around 6 hours labor for a job like this but it's definitely going to depend on the shop. Also, shop rates can vary quite a bit as well depending where you live. Labor rates in the California Bay Area where I live are anywhere from $100-$150/hour. You'll most likely need to contact a 4 wheel Drive shop that does lift installations because I can see regular automotive repair shops not doing this sort of job. Of course you can do this yourself. I would say the instructions for the radiator drop weren't the greatest and left us guessing but the rest of it was pretty straight forward. Having a least one person helping you would make it much easier.
@lowcountryadventures5549 7 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman thanks a lot for the info. I might take the risk of putting it in by myself. Could something major go wrong if I did it myself?
@TimmyTheToolman 7 жыл бұрын
The one critical part is putting in the lift puck for the steering. Make sure the steering wheel is locked so you don't screw up your steering wheel alignment and make sure the bolts that hold it together are tightened enough so they don't come loose. Like I said, the instructions for the radiator drop weren't the greatest and we ended up drilling some holes so we could fasten the radiator to the body better. Everything else is pretty straight forward. It just takes a decent amount of time to do. Just follow how we did it in the video and you should be fine. Like I said, get a buddy to help. Maybe one of your fishing buddies. I checked out your video where you lost the tarpon.
@poondart01 Жыл бұрын
my rag joint won't clear the frame, any idea why?
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
The rag joint affixes to the steering rack and steering shaft, so I don't understand what you're saying.
@poondart01 Жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman sorry, intermediate shaft; it was hitting my brake line mount. I ordered the kit off of srq and had to trim the intermediate shaft because it kept hitting it, now I'm having an issue with the bolts not having enough threads. very upsetting, and time consuming. going to head to the parts store tomorrow to get new hardware. No matter what I do the spacer has so much play it makes my steering feel loose, but I cant put the intermediate shaft joint any lower, or it wont be on the shaft.
@poondart01 Жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman figured out the issues I was having; steering rack bushings were shot, so in turn made in the move everytime the wheel rotated causing rubbing.
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
Gotcha. Glad you figured out the issue. Happy Wrenching!
@maxg9684 5 жыл бұрын
You think I can do this on a incline driveway?
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
Depends how steep of an incline. If it's really severe, the weight of the body pulling towards the downhill direction might give you some issues getting the body mount bolts out and back in. With the way we show it doing one side at a time, you might be fine as long as the incline isn't very steep but why risk it??
@maxg9684 5 жыл бұрын
Timmy The Toolman didn’t have any where else to work on because my garage has to much stuff and my neighbors would be giving me weird looks if I was working on the street. I ended up just putting some blocks under the rear wheels to level the car out. Worked perfectly
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
@@maxg9684 Good to hear. Glad you got it done.
@antonkitov5689 5 жыл бұрын
Hello! is it 2"? where such order?
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Anton, yes, it's a 2" body lift. This body lift kit came from Toytec: www.toyteclifts.com/rm83001-2-inch-body-lift-for-96-02-4-runner.html
@antonkitov5689 5 жыл бұрын
Thank You
@brianhassler9830 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Tim, any need to extend the fuel filling tube? I have 99.
@TimmyTheToolman 6 жыл бұрын
This is not a suggested item to alter that I'm aware of because none of the kits say anything about it. Since I know of many dudes with body lifts, I can safely say that there's enough flexibility in the filler hose that it's not necessary to extend it.
@seans158 5 жыл бұрын
Just realized my 96 is missing the middle body mounts on both sides.
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
Well that's weird. I wonder where they went? I reckon the previous owner had another use for them.
@seans158 5 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman I actually did a quick search and it looks like all 96's do not have the middle mount. Not really much of an explanation why. When I ordered my body lift from SRQ, I do remember me putting my exact year on the website. I just opened the box and counted 8 pucks only.
@TimmyTheToolman 5 жыл бұрын
@@seans158 Interesting. Thanks for sharing this.
@mr.anderson70 3 жыл бұрын
Thinking about a 6" body lift combined with a 3"suspension drop.
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
That's an interesting choice Joe. Good luck with that.
@mr.anderson70 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman Plot twist: It's for my friend's 4Runner.
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
@@mr.anderson70 If you like your friend, talk him out of it.
@mr.anderson70 3 жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman I want him to suffer and be very very sad.
@TimmyTheToolman 3 жыл бұрын
@@mr.anderson70 Yeah, what good are friends if you can't depend on them to make you miserable?
@defectahz6399 Жыл бұрын
How did you raise the front bumper?
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
He never did. He wrecked the truck not too long after we did this work for him.
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
What you can do on a stock bumper is drill new holes. You can have someone lift the bunker up to the desired height, mark the locations with a sharpie and then drill the new holes there. - Sean
@defectahz6399 Жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@TimmyTheToolman Жыл бұрын
@@defectahz6399 You're welcome.
@defectahz6399 Жыл бұрын
@@TimmyTheToolman I’ve seen people using a flat piece of metal to make brackets and they put it between the frame and brackets. Or is it better to just move the brackets down on the bumper side of the bracket?
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