ShottsCruisers
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The forums are cool. On one thread we've got DesertDude building a tricked-out 1997 with all the trimmings (more like what I've done with my 2001 100-series). We need to watch his build. 
On this thread, I'm building the LX into an aggressive machine, similar to my 1993 Cruiser. We're being aggressive on everything except tires. There, I opted for BFG AT KO's for their good handling and quieter ride. (If I regret this I'll MT KM the thing, though the AT's on the 100 have taken a huge beating and never failed. We'll see!) I want to keep a good ride so this whole Lexus pruchase doesn't fail me. The goal is to build a truck I like to drive so I can leave my 100 at home MUCH more.
Here's my first round of pictures. For now I'll just point out what suspension lift is used since the rest is in the works:
Here's what was ruled out:
Slee 4 and 6" lifts...this was due to the fact they have 25% more spring rate over OME J-springs. Since this will be an unloaded truck, the stiffness would be way over the top.
Here's what's happening:
OME-based lift for a 5-inch total lift. This will allow the LX to remain garaged. At this height unless other mods are completed the truck will drive poorly. I have added whatever it takes to maintain the LX's good ride. It will be completed in two stages.
STAGE 1: (COMPLETED)
OME 850J/863J springs
OME L-series shocks
OME Steering Damper
Slee caster correction plates
Slee sway bar drop brackets
Slee front dual CV driveshaft
Custom rear bump-stops
Custom lower rear control arm skid plates
STAGE 2:
After installation of both custom steel bumpers and the Slee rock sliders the truck will then be loaded. We'll take measurements, then add:
OME trim packs F&R to level truck to 5-inches lift (up as high as 6" on front if needed to level)
Slee front and rear panhard rod adjusts (to re-center the axles)
After the above, if needed, due to vibration issues, we'll add upper rear control arm extensions and/or a rear CV driveshaft.
Alignment
At this point the lift will be complete! 5-inches and ready to rock! :ar15:
Here's the pictures/buildup:
http://shottscruisers.smugmug.com/Vehicle Specs and Modifications/125374
On this thread, I'm building the LX into an aggressive machine, similar to my 1993 Cruiser. We're being aggressive on everything except tires. There, I opted for BFG AT KO's for their good handling and quieter ride. (If I regret this I'll MT KM the thing, though the AT's on the 100 have taken a huge beating and never failed. We'll see!) I want to keep a good ride so this whole Lexus pruchase doesn't fail me. The goal is to build a truck I like to drive so I can leave my 100 at home MUCH more.
Here's my first round of pictures. For now I'll just point out what suspension lift is used since the rest is in the works:
Here's what was ruled out:
Slee 4 and 6" lifts...this was due to the fact they have 25% more spring rate over OME J-springs. Since this will be an unloaded truck, the stiffness would be way over the top.
Here's what's happening:
OME-based lift for a 5-inch total lift. This will allow the LX to remain garaged. At this height unless other mods are completed the truck will drive poorly. I have added whatever it takes to maintain the LX's good ride. It will be completed in two stages.
STAGE 1: (COMPLETED)
OME 850J/863J springs
OME L-series shocks
OME Steering Damper
Slee caster correction plates
Slee sway bar drop brackets
Slee front dual CV driveshaft
Custom rear bump-stops
Custom lower rear control arm skid plates
STAGE 2:
After installation of both custom steel bumpers and the Slee rock sliders the truck will then be loaded. We'll take measurements, then add:
OME trim packs F&R to level truck to 5-inches lift (up as high as 6" on front if needed to level)
Slee front and rear panhard rod adjusts (to re-center the axles)
After the above, if needed, due to vibration issues, we'll add upper rear control arm extensions and/or a rear CV driveshaft.
Alignment
At this point the lift will be complete! 5-inches and ready to rock! :ar15:
Here's the pictures/buildup:
http://shottscruisers.smugmug.com/Vehicle Specs and Modifications/125374
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