FJ Cruisers of Northern California

Newbie Tire, Lift and Body Mount Chop questions

Hi All,

I've had my FJ for 3 years but haven't done any mods yet. I don't plan on doing any super serious offroading but want to make a few changes for both looks and minor offroading.

1) Is there an OEM 3" lift? I called Dublin Toyota and the guy thought I was on crack and it was unheard of. Or is there a better way to lift the truck a few inches (mainly for looks)? Is there a way to stop that stupid nose dive when you hit the breaks?

2) I know it's been asked a million times but hard to get an answer... Biggest tire for my stock FJ with 17 inch alloys? Biggest tire for 17 inch wheels with 3 inch lift?

3) I live in Livermore and want to powder coat the rims black. Any recommendations for local shops that do a good job?

4) Body mount chop? Would I need it?

Thanks in advance...

Jim

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Permalink Reply by Renfro on December 4, 2010 at 1:09pm

As for a powder coating shop, I would try Maas brothers in Livermore. They're located on Vasco and Las Positas.

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Permalink Reply by Black Ant on December 13, 2010 at 3:18pm

Thanks everyone for their help. I got the 185/70/17s and they DO rub on full turns. I ordered the lift from downsouthmotorsports. Waiting for it to come and the next install day!

I ended up getting my wheels powder coated in Fremont at All bay powder coating. They did a great job and had good turnaround.