Full Suspension Lifts for the GX 550

[Bluegill]

I received an email back from Shocks Surplus in LA and they said Bilstein doesn't have anything for the GX550 yet. Bummer, their technology is interesting.

 

[Bluegill]

I also received an email back from Bilstein and it was the same stock info.

At this time, we do not offer any direct-fit aftermarket products for your specific application. We also do not recommend using products that are not intended or validated for your vehicle, as this can impact both performance and safety.

While we do not have a future estimated release date, new applications are added regularly. We encourage you to periodically check our online catalog for updates:

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[turbo8]

I installed the MT64 shocks. I only wanted 1.5-2" of ride height increase to make the front level with the back. The front shocks were set to the highest perch (20) from ARB.
ARB suggested moving down 3-4 spaces to get that height. I went down 4 (0) which provided no lift.

So I moved the driver side up 2 (10) and the passenger side up 3 (15) to correct the lean my GX had. This got me to where I wanted to be.

With the proper Toyo AT3 275\70r18 tires there is 12" of ground clearance measuring from the bottom of the front skid plate.
These shocks provided 2" additional droop travel and the ride is pretty good!

I also installed some Perry Parts bump stops.

 

[S SUBERI]

Did you change out your UCA’s? It looks good. Never saw Earth without a black top

 

[turbo8]

Did you change out your UCA’s? It looks good. Never saw Earth without a black top

Kept the OEM upper arms. On full droop the upper arms just kiss the springs.
Since I only raised it up a little, I'm sure it will align fine.

I'm hoping to get the TRD pro\trail hunter upper arms from the 4runner.

I hated that black roof, so I had the whole vehicle wrapped in the color sand storm.

 

[S SUBERI]

I like what you did. It looks great. I got the Built Rite UCA’s The worked with The Truck Shop here in SanDiego. Gives more articulation and a nice ride on road

 

[DJ’s Sled]

I installed the MT64 shocks. I only wanted 1.5-2" of ride height increase to make the front level with the back. The front shocks were set to the highest perch (20) from ARB.
ARB suggested moving down 3-4 spaces to get that height. I went down 4 (0) which provided no lift.

So I moved the driver side up 2 (10) and the passenger side up 3 (15) to correct the lean my GX had. This got me to where I wanted to be.

With the proper Toyo AT3 275\70r18 tires there is 12" of ground clearance measuring from the bottom of the front skid plate.
These shocks provided 2" additional droop travel and the ride is pretty good!
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Which rear springs did you go with? TIA.

 

[turbo8]

Which rear springs did you go with? TIA.

stock rear springs

 

[S SUBERI]

If you’re not doing a lot of heavy towing stock springs are fine. I kept mine as well

 

[Lagunatic4x4]

I have a '24 Overtrail+ and installed ICON's CDEV kit. Front coilover kit, billet UCAs, diff drop, rear struts, rear springs, track bar. So far I've been VERY happy with the setup!