
Ball Joint Spacers
Std. 1-1/2" Height, custom heights available
1986-1995 4WD Pickup/Hilux and 2WD/4WD 4Runner/Hilux Surf
1984-1995 2WD Pickup/Hilux
Also for T100 (1993+)2WD/4WD Pickup/Hilux and 1996+
Hilux 4WD (w/ front torsion bars)
Visitor #
88695
since 12.APR.2009
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| Toyota 4WD Ball Joint Spacers |
1-1/2", 1",1/2" Spacers (L-R) |
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| 4WD Ball Joint Spacer Installed |
2WD Ball Joint Spacer Kit |
These spacers are 1.5"/38mm tall and provide about that much front
sus[pension lift over stock suspension settings as well as that much
more overall front suspension travel. Actual front lift height will
depend upon the vehicle's weight distribution and current torsion bar
condition and adjustment which may be 1.5" more or less than the
spacer height. Whether or not you prefer enhanced compression travel
for high speed trips through desert washes or a balance between
compression and extension travel more suited for rocky trails, these
spacers will increase your functionality and ability to custom tailor
your suspension characteristics while increasing clearance between the
fenders and front wheels. If 1.5" is too tall for your needs,
shorter spacers are available on special order. An installed 4WD spacer
is shown on the far right hand image, above. And also available for the
2WD Toyota pickups as shown in the lower right hand image above.
When combined with a mild rear suspension lift, either a lift shackle or block
or coil spring spacer, and
possibly a mild body lift, it is
easy and relatively inexpensive to fit 33" tires under an IFS
truck. While a full 4" - 6" IFS spacer lift can be installed
and will work fine for 33" tires, for less than 1/2 the price and
less than half the time and effort, you can install a milder lift that
will actually work better than the taller lift. In fitting with the
4Crawler Offroad motto of "lift as much as you need, but as
little as possible", why use a 4" - 6" lift when
1.5"-2.5" will work just as well, if not better? With less
lift, your center of gravity will be lower, driveline angles will be
less, brake lines will usually not need to be extended, and overall
there will be less stress on the components.
And if you want all the details, feel free to
consult this web page for a detailed discussion of the Toyota IFS front
suspension operation.
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| 2WD Ball Joint |
4WD (pre-runner) Ball Joint |
In Other Words "Which Ball Joint Spacer do I need for my truck?"
In short, you'll want to look at the type of front suspension/ball
joint is used on your vehicle (see the above two photos for the two
types of front torsion bar suspensions that Toyota used). If you have a
4WD truck, the answer is simple, you need the 4WD
spacer.
However, if you have a 2WD truck, then the answer is a little more
involved. The 4WD spacers also work with 2WD trucks with "pre-runner"
type suspensions. A pre-runner suspension is essentially
the same as a 4WD suspension with the front drivetrain (differential
and CV axles/half shafts) removed. This would include of the 2WD
4Runner and some T-100 models. Typically also fit the 1996 and later
Toyota Hilux 4WD pickup models (non-US) that use the same torsion bar
front suspension with matching ball joints (check dimensions below to
verify proper bolt hole spacing).
The 2WD spacers are available for the earlier 2WD
pickups and some 2WD T-100s (i.e. pre-Tacoma).
Which type to order? Compare the photos above with your truck's upper
ball joint to find which type matches the shape of your vehicle's upper
ball joint.
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On the "2WD" ball joints, you'll note the inner pair of bolts
holding the upper ball joint in place are wider apart (~3-1/2" -
90mm) than the outer pair of bolts (~2-7/8" - 75mm).
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The spacers are 4-5/16" long (front-back dimension as installed)
and 1=15/16" wide (left-right dimension as installed).
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On the 2WD ball joints, the ball joint itself essentially hangs off the
end of the upper control arm.
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On the "4WD" ball joints, the inner pair of bolts is closer
together (~2-3/8" - 60mm) than the outer pair of bolts
(~3-1/4" - 82mm).
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The spacers are 4-1/32" long (front-back dimension as installed)
and 3-5/32" wide (left-right dimension as installed).
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The 4WD ball joint sits inside the end of the UCA.
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4Crawler Offroad assumes the buyer to be the final
manufacturer of his or her vehicle. Use this product at your own risk.
4Crawler Offroad assumes no responsibility for any damages of any
conceivable sort to anything caused or not caused by this product.
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The user is responsible for ensuring shock fitment.
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Tires on rims with the stock backspacing
of 4.75" might have tire rubbing issues with 31" or smaller
tires on the 4WD models.
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For 2WD, measure clearance to the wheels and tires and compare with the
desired new wheel/tire combination.
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This is dependent on tire geometry, most clear but a few don't.
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This can be often be remedied by filing/trimming the end of the a-arm
lip and/or using rim spacers.
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A 1/4" wheel spacer is also an option for fitting stock wheels
with clearance issues.
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Rims with 4.5" or less of backspacing clear all tires known so
far.
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Spacers are CNC machined of 6061-T6 aluminum.
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Hardware consists of M8-1.25x80mm class 12.9 socket cap-screws, class
10.9 steel nuts, stainless steel nylon locking nuts, and flat washers.
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Use of Loctite on hardware is not necessary when using a nylock jam nut
but can be used.
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Some trimming of the
upper control arm is required.
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Either stock extension bump-stops or shimmed bump-stops
(low profile only) are required with this spacers in order control max
droop angles. Failure to do so could result in damage to CV joints or
other components.
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front end alignment after
installation of this product
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The spacers, by their very nature, will push the wheels outward at the
top, changing the camber angle.
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The caster change will affect the "toe in" adjustment.
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Both the camber angle and toe will need to be restored to factory
specification with a proper alignment after installing the spacers.
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But once aligned, you should not need more frequent alignments with the
ball joint spacers installed.
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Shipping:
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$8.00 insured Priority Mail to the US and possessions
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2-3 day typical delivery time
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$20.00 Express Mail shipping in the US
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For faster delivery, 1-2 days typical delivery time
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$18.00 uninsured international (minimally trackable)
Priority Mail shipping
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6-10 days typical delivery time
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For countries that accept US Priority Mail
International
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This includes Canada, Mexico, most countries in Europe, Asia, South
America, Africa, etc.
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Other countries will have additional postage, typically $15.00 to
$25.00 more, e-mail
for quote.
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Note that for international
shipments, package tracking information is limited. If
you wish to have a more trackable and fully insured shipment, select
the Express International shipping option below, typical cost us
US$39.00.
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Shipping weight approx. 3 lbs. per pair.
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For both international and military mail (AP/FP) shipments, please
provide a telephone number in the "Instructions to Seller"
link on the order form for customs forms.
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Currency conversion rates: http://www.xe.com/ucc/
NOTE: 4WD Ball Joint Spacers
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1 Pair 4WD Ball Joint Spacers,
US Delivery
- Priority Mail/US only |
1 Pair 4WD Ball Joint Spacers,
US Delivery
- Express Mail/US only |
1 Pair 4WD Ball Joint Spacers,
Priority Intl. Delivery
- Telephone number required for customs paperwork
- Add phone number in the ""
on order form
- Lack of phone number will delay shipment |
1 Pair 4WD Ball Joint Spacers,
Express Intl. Delivery
- Telephone number required for customs paperwork
- Add phone number in the ""
on order form
- Lack of phone number will delay shipment |
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Notes:
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Order with the above "Buy Now" buttons using major
credit/debit card, bank eCheck or Paypal account.
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eCheck orders are subject to a 3-4 day hold while the eCheck clears the
bank
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Please be sure tobefore
submitting your order:
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Incorrect address will result in mis-delivery and re-shipment cost will
be the responsibility of the customer.
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Be sure to to print out a copy of the installation instructions
below.
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Printed instructions are not included with the spacers.
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NOTE: 2WD Ball Joint Spacers
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1 Pair 2WD Ball Joint Spacers,
US Delivery
- Priority Mail/US only |
1 Pair 2WD Ball Joint Spacers,
US Delivery
- Express Mail/US only |
1 Pair 2WD Ball Joint Spacers,
Intl. Priority Delivery
- Telephone number required for customs paperwork
- Add phone number in the ""
on order form
- Lack of phone number will delay shipment |
1 Pair 2WD Ball Joint Spacers,
Intl. Express Delivery
- Telephone number required for customs paperwork
- Add phone number in the ""
on order form
- Lack of phone number will delay shipment |
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And now available for the 2WD applications is a heavy duty brace for
the upper A-arm. Hard off-road use puts stress on the upper control
arms. This can cause the arms to fatigue. These braces strengthen that
area eliminating the problem. They are made from 1/4" thick steel
and powder coated to prevent corrosion. These are strongly recommended
for any 2wd truck that sees hard off-road use. The A-arm brace can be
used with the stock A-arms or with the addition of the ball joint
spacers.
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| 2WD A-Arm Brace |
2WD Brace + Ball Joint Spacer |
Brace + Spacer Installed |
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Cost:
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The A-arm brace alone costs US$109.00 for a pair with mounting
hardware.
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Combine the braces with a pair of 1.5" tall 2WD ball joint spacers
for US$199.00 + shipping
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NOTE: 2WD Upper Contral Arm Braces - In-stock
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1 Pair 2WD UCA Braces,
US Delivery
- Priority Mail/US only |
1 Pair 2WD UCA Braces,
US Delivery
- Express Mail/US only |
1 Pair 2WD UCA Braces,
Intl. Priority Delivery
- Telephone number required for customs paperwork
- Add phone number in the ""
on order form
- Lack of phone number will delay shipment |
1 Pair 2WD UCA Braces,
Intl. Express Delivery
- Telephone number required for customs paperwork
- Add phone number in the ""
on order form
- Lack of phone number will delay shipment |
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Notes:
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Order with the above "Buy Now" buttons using major
credit/debit card, bank eCheck or Paypal account.
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eCheck orders are subject to a 3-4 day hold while the eCheck clears the
bank
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Please be sure tobefore
submitting your order:
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Incorrect address will result in mis-delivery and re-shipment cost will
be the responsibility of the customer.
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Be sure to to print out a copy of the installation instructions
below.
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Printed instructions are not included with the spacers.
2WD Ball Joint Spacers + Upper Contral Arm
Braces
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1 Pair 2WD BJS+UCA Braces,
US Delivery
- Priority Mail/US only |
1 Pair 2WD BJS+UCA Braces,
US Delivery
- Express Mail/US only |
1 Pair 2WD BJS+UCA Braces,
Canada/Mexico Priority Delivery
- Telephone number required for customs paperwork
- Add phone number in the ""
on order form
- Lack of phone number will delay shipment |
1 Pair 2WD BJS+UCA Braces,
International Priority Delivery
- Telephone number required for customs paperwork
- Add phone number in the ""
on order form
- Lack of phone number will delay shipment |
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Notes:
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Order with the above "Buy Now" buttons using major
credit/debit card, bank eCheck or Paypal account.
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eCheck orders are subject to a 3-4 day hold while the eCheck clears the
bank
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Please be sure tobefore
submitting your order:
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Incorrect address will result in mis-delivery and re-shipment cost will
be the responsibility of the customer.
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Be sure to to print out a copy of the installation instructions
below.
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Printed instructions are not included with the spacers.
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Returns/Exchanges Policy:
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Parts may be returned for a refund within 60 days of original purchase.
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A 10% restocking fee will be deducted from original purchase price less
outgoing postage.
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For exchanges of 2WD<->4WD spacers, just return the spacers
themselves, with return postage, and retain the hardware (saves
shipping weight and eliminates risk of h/w loss during transit).
Replacement spacers will be sent w/o hardware.
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Parts must be in new and unused condition for the refund.
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Used or blemished parts can yield partial refunds at the discretion of
4Crawler Offroad.
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The customer is responsible for return shipping charges.
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Custom height ball joint spacers are only refundable at 50% of the
original purchase price since they have been modified to your
specifications.
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An exception to this policy is in the case that the spacers do not fit
properly, per the
installation instructions;
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In such a case 4Crawler Offroad will refund the full purchase price
less shipping.
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Products returned over 60 days from the original purchase may be
refunded less the ~3% transaction fee.
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Used parts may be partially refunded depending on condition.
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Return to:
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4Crawler Offroad Products
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attn: Roger Brown
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PO Box 61092
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Sunnyvale, CA. 94088-1092
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For the custom height spacers (i.e for heights less than 1-1/2"),
cost is $129.00/pr. (4WD or 2WD) to cover the custom machining and
hardware. Allow 1-2 weeks for custom machining. Click
here for more information...
Custom height Ball Joint Spacers made to order
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Custom Height Ball Joint Spacers,
US Delivery
- Priority Mail/US only, $8.00 shipping |
Custom Height Ball Joint Spacers,
US Delivery
- Express Mail/US only, $20.00 shipping |
Custom Height Ball Joint Spacers,
Intl. Priority Delivery, $14.00 shipping
- Telephone number required for customs paperwork
- Add phone number in the ""
on order form
- Lack of phone number will delay shipment |
Custom Height Ball Joint Spacers,
Intl. Express Delivery, $39.00 shipping
- Telephone number required for customs paperwork
- Add phone number in the ""
on order form
- Lack of phone number will delay shipment |
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Notes:
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Specify the style and height desired (4WD/1" assumed") in the
order form.
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Order with the above "Buy Now" buttons using major
credit/debit card, bank eCheck or Paypal account.
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eCheck orders are subject to a 3-4 day hold while the eCheck clears the
bank
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Please be sure tobefore
submitting your order:
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Incorrect address will result in mis-delivery and re-shipment cost will
be the responsibility of the customer.
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Note that for international
shipments, package tracking information is limited.
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If you wish to have a more trackable and fully insured shipment, select
the Express International shipping option below, typical cost us
US$39.00.
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Be sure to to print out a copy of the installation instructions
below.
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Printed instructions are not included with the spacers.
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Will longer shocks be required?
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Can I adjust torsion bars for more (or less) lift
with these spacers?
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Can I use the ball joint spacers with larger than
stock/aftermarket torsion bars?
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Can I use the ball joint spacers with a 4" -
6" IFS (drop bracket) lift kit?
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Can I use the ball joint spacers with a long travel
IFS lift kit?
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How long does it take to install the ball joint
spacers?
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How will the spacers be shipped and how long will
it take me to get them?
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My country requires a Vehicle Alteration Document
for this product, is that available?
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How do I level out the rear of my vehicle after
installing the ball joint spacers?
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What is the difference between just cranking up
the torsion bars or running the ball joint spacers up front?
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Are manual locking hubs required to use the ball
joint spacers?
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Will these spacers fit my vehicle?
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A1: Will longer shocks be required?
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Possibly, yes, possibly no. It all comes down to the shocks that are on
the vehicle now and how they fit with the existing suspension setup and
how much lift you are going for. If the current shocks are on the verge
of being too short to begin with, then likely any amount of lift will
push them beyond their capability. If, on the other hand, the shocks
are a little too long for the current setup, then they may have enough
extra length to handle a modest lift.
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The best option is to measure the compressed and extended shock lengths
needed for the spacers once they are installed. Then order a shock that
meets those needs. Here is a table of
some common longer shocks that may be suitable. And here is a
link to a good article on how to determine
proper shock absorber lengths on a given vehicle. Typically,
you would be looking for a front shock with a 10"-10.5"
compressed length and a 15" extended length. Then use those
dimensions to order shocks from a company that lists shocks by length, for example Rancho is one such company.
Or, many shock companies list shocks by "lift", so you could
order a shock for the approximate amount of lift you have, so perhaps a
0"-2" lift shock, for example.
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Now, on a vehicle that is primarily driven on the street (i.e. not used
off-road that much), then a shock that is a little too short may not be
a serious issue. Since you are not routinely lifting tires off the
ground on pavement, it is unlikely that you'll be extending the
suspension to full droop and therefore not maxing out the shock travel.
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Also, if the shock is close to fitting, you can see the installation instructions
for tips on shimming the front shocks for a little extra extended
length.
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A2: Can I adjust the torsion bars for more (or
less) lift with these spacers?
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Realize that the ball joint spacers (and any susbsequent torsion bar
adjustment) will only affect the front end ride height (i.e. lift) and
not lift the entire vehicle.
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In answer to the above question, yes, no problem doing that within
reason. Some folks install the spacers and then take all the pre-load
tension off the the torsion bars, netting almost no lift but increase
suspension travel. Others crank the tension on the bars up for
additional lift.
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And on a related question as to how much lift will you see on your
truck? It is hard to give an exact answer as each vehicle is different.
Different engines, bumpers, winches, up front, torsion bars of
differing degrees of wear and tear, different sized torsion bars, etc.
So the lift you get is whatever you get when you install the spacers.
One would assume that a 1.5" tall spacer should net about
1.5" of lift, but might be a little less since you are putting a
little more load on the front end with the lift.
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An interesting thing to note is that some vendors are
advertising ball joint spacers as a 2" (or even 2.5" or
3") lift option. While that much lift is possible, realize that
the spacer itself is likely to be only 1.5" tall. Any additional
lift is accomplished via the torsion bars. 4Crawler Offroad has chosen
to advertise the spacer by it's inherent height rather than some
arbitrary height.
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So how much overall lift can one expect?
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Well, it all depends on you and how far you want to adjust your torsion
bars and how you feel about the ride that results from that adjustment.
Generally, with the IFS setup, the higher you crank the torsion bars,
the harsher the ride gets. This is due to the increased angle of the
control arms as well as the lesser amount of down travel in the
suspension. So 3" total lift is probably the physical limit of the
IFS components and you'll have 0 down travel as the a-arms will be
jammed against the bump stops. 2.5" total lift (as some of the
eBay spacer vendors advertise) is likely the highest useable height,
but likely a pretty harsh ride to most folks. 2" total lift is
likely somewhat decent and 1.5" and lower would give you stock
ride and the most suspension travel. And realize that the higher you
raise the front end, the more you'll be pushing the limits of the
steering geometry adjustments (camber, caster and toe-in). So the
higher you lift the front end, the more likely you are to run out of
adjustment on the cams that set the front caster and camber angles. So
if you find you can't get the front alignment right at a given lift
height, lower the front height until it will align. This is especially
true if there is some minor front end damage. For example, we had one
customer report not being able to set his front end alignment after
installing the ball joint spacers. Come to find out, he could not
adjust it properly before the ball joint spacers were installed. Go
figure!
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And on a side note, why are ball joint spacers taller than
1.5" not made??
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Because putting a spacer that tall would cause the angle on the front
CV joints to be very steep at full suspension droop. Even at 1.5",
you need to be sure and run stock height bump stops to limit the
suspension's down travel to a safe level. It was found that most IFS
front ends would start to bind with a 2" spacer installed, so the
maximum height was backed off to a more reliable 1.5" height. Even
so, owing to CV joint manufacturing variations, there are cases of CV
joints that just show signs of binding at full droop with the 1.5"
spacers. In this case, an easy fix is to install a front differential drop kit to lower the
front diff and lower the angle on the front CV joints. So what would be
the point of making a 2" ball joint spacer that would likely cause
almost every set of CV joints to bind up at full droop? Also, tie rod
end angles get steeper as the spacer height is increased as well as
hitting the limits of adjustment on the front suspension alignment cams
(this applies to 2WD and 4WD applications). So, 1.5" is the
tallest practical spacer height that works well for most vehicles. And
if you do want 2" of lift, there is no issue with turning up the
torsion bars that additional 0.5" if your front axles will
tolerate it. And that small a torsion bar lift will likely have no
noticeable affect on ride, at least when compared to doing the full
2" lift with torsion bars alone. And adjusting the torsion bars is
really not that difficult, just takes a couple of wrenches and you can set your front
ride height as you please.
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But if you just have to have a 2" spacer, we can set you up with
an additional 0.5" spacer to add on top of the 1.5" spacer
with some extra long bolts. Just order a 0.5" custom height spacer and
the 1.5" spacer (total cost is US$228.00
+ shipping) and we'll set that up for you. And we can supply you with
the mounting hardware (for US$8.00) to revert to the 1.5" spacer
so in case you find that the taller setup is too much for your front
end, you can revert to the lower height. If you are worried about the
two spacers slipping past each other, simply apply a coat of epoxy to
the mating surfaces prior to installation and then once clamped down
with the bolts, the epoxy will harden and the two spacers will become
one. And interestingly, some other ball joint spacers vendors only
supply stackable spacers in 1/2" thickness.
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A3: Can I use the ball joint spacers with larger
than stock/aftermarket torsion bars?
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Yes, larger torsion bars work fine with the ball joint spacers. Some
folks choose to run the spacers to allow the stiffer torsion bars to be
backed off for a softer ride while retaining the same lift. Or you can
adjust the bars to get increased lift.
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A4: Can I use the ball joint spacers with a
4" - 6" IFS (drop bracket) lift kit?
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Yes, the ball joint spacers work fine with the typical 4" -
6" IFS lift kits. Some folks choose to run the spacers to allow
the torsion bars to be backed off for a softer ride while retaining the
same lift. Or you can adjust the bars to get increased lift.
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A5: Can I use the ball joint spacers with a long
travel IFS lift kit?
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Yes, some long travel IFS lifts work fine with the ball joint spacers,
at least those kits that use ball joints that retain the stock mounting
holes. There are long travel kits that replace the upper ball joint
with a higher travel uniball joint and that does not use the stock ball
joint mounting holes and those of course will not work with the ball
joint spacers. Some folks choose to run the spacers to allow the
torsion bars to be backed off for a softer ride while retaining the
same lift. Or you can adjust the bars to get increased lift. One
noteable exception is the Blazeland LT kit in that it basically
incorporates something like a ball joint spacer on the end of the upper
control arm and trying to add another ball joint spacer under that is
likely to push the front end parts beyond their limits.
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A6: How long does it take to install the ball
joint spacers?
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Typical installation time is about 2 hours, plus the time to have a
front end alignment done.
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A7: How will the spacers be shipped and how long
will it take me to get them?
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All shipping is via US Mail.
Domestic Express Mail is typically 1-2 days delivery time, domestic
Priority Mail is typically 2-3 days delivery time. For international shipments,
Domestic shipments include US Mail tracking and insurance. In case of
loss or damage, 4Crawler Offroad will be happy to file an insurance
claim with USPS on your behalf. Once the claim is paid, a replacement
set of spacers will be shipped at no cost. Or you can order a
replacement set and upon claim payment, the original purchase price
(less shipping) will be refunded.
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For international shipments,
Priority Mail International is used where possible, it takes 6-10 days
typically. A delivery confirmation (tracking) number will be e-mailed
upon shipment, but this information is not guaranteed to be updated on international shipments.
Also, no shipping insurance is offered with this service. If more
detailed tracking information or insurance is required, international
Express Mail shipping (~5 day delivery time) is available at an
additional cost, contact
4Crawler Offroad for more information.
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A8: My country requires a Vehicle Alteration
Document for this product, is that available?
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Here is an Adobe PDF
file with the product design features and safety aspects.
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A9: How do I level out the rear of my vehicle
after installing the ball joint spacers?
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For the rear leaf sprung pickups and 4Runners, one common lift option
for the rear end is a 2"- 3"
longer than stock spring shackle.
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For the rear coil sprung 4Runners, a 2" coil spring spacer makes
a good way to level the rear end. Using a slightly taller spacer in
back helps make up for the common rear end sag in the 2nd generation
4Runners.
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A10: What is the difference between just
cranking up the torsion bars or running the ball joint spacers up front?
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While both techniques can provide the same amount of lift, the ball
joint spacers will afford a softer ride and more suspension flex
compared to the cranked torsion bars for a given ride height. Why? The
more the torsion bars are cranked, the tighter they get and the less
likely they are to allow for full travel. With the spacers, you get the
added ride height of the spacers without the need to tighten up the
torsion bars as much, so the suspension can flex more. As far as the
suspension and steering components go, there is no difference in stress
or wear and tear on them at a given ride height whether that be from
cranking up the torsion bars or running the spacers. So running the
spacers gives the advantage of increased suspension travel over simply
cranling up the torsion bars. Of course the advantage of the cranked
torsion bars is that it can be done at no additional cost.
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And here is an
in-depth discussion of the differences of cranked torsion bars vs. ball
joint spacers.
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A11: Are manual locking hubs required to use the
ball joint spacers?
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No, manual hubs are not required to use ball joint spacers. You may
find that manual locking hubs will help to reduce wear and tear on the
CV joints and boots if you have the Automatic Differential Disconnect
(ADD) front axle. Why? With ADD, you have drive flanges on the front
axle half shafts meaning the axles, CV joints and CV boots are spinning
100% of the time. With ADD, when you engage 4WD, an actuator in the
front differential locks the the driver's side axle to the differential
to make the front axle operational. With manual hubs, you can unlock
the hubs when you only need 2WD operation and thus those CV joints and
boots will not be spinning.
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But with ADD, you do not have to give up the shift on the fly 4WD to
have manual hubs? How is that? Simple, with manual hubs, if you lock
them, you have exactly the same setup as the stock ADD drive flange,
you can shift in and out of 4WD any time you wish. And no need for an
expensive manual hub conversion kit like some vendors are offering.
Just grab a set of manual locking hubs from an '86-'95 Toyota pickup or
4Runner and a few parts from the dealer and you are ready to swap.
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A12:Will these spacers fit my vehicle?
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Best to measure and see. There are two kinds of spacers that fit a wide
varienty of Toyota 4WD and 2WD pickup and 4Runner models. See this section for full details on what to
measure on your vehicle to see if these spacers will fit...
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