 Finished |  ReadyLift 69-5055 Kit The ReadyLift 69-5055 3" Lift Kit Suspension System for the six-lug Toyota Tacoma and PreRunner trucks includes two SST strut spacers, two 1" rear lift blocks, differential and skid plate spacers and all necessary hardware. |  step 1 Step one is to properly jack up the truck and secure on sturdy lift stands, then remove the wheels and tires. |
 step 2 Here is a look at the factory suspension. It is worth noting to be sure you allow for plenty of room to work as some steps will be done under the truck. |  step 3 First step in the removal process is to remove the four 12mm bolts that secure the factory skid plate.
|  step 4 This kit provides two spacers to lower the differential. The spacers will be inserted between the differential extension mounts and the cross member. Before removing the bolts, place a jack under the differential for support. |
 step 5 A 19mm socket is required to remove the differential mount bolt. |  step 6 Completely remove the bolt. A new longer bolt for the spacer is provided with the kit. |  step 7 With a jack under the differential, lower the differential until there is enough clearance to insert the ReadyLift® differential drop spacer. |
 step 8 The spacer installs between the extended mount and the cross member which effectively lower the differential enough to help retain factory geometry specifications. |  step 9 Reuse the factory washer and insert the new differential bolt into the mount. |  step 10 Permanently tighten the bolt to factory specifications. |
 step 11 In order to be able to create enough room to remove the factory strut, the lower control arm bolts must be loosened. Do not remove the bolts, they only need to be loose. |  step 12 A 19mm socket is required to remove the lower control arm ball joint assembly bolts from the spindle. |  step 13 Hold the lower control arm and remove the lower strut mount bolt. The control arm can be fully lowered once the strut has been detached from the lower control arm mount. |
 step 14 Remove the three 14mm nuts that secure the strut to the upper strut frame perch then lower the strut from the suspension and remove from the vehicle. |  step 15 Clear the top of the strut of any debris such as sand and dirt. Then install the ReadyLift® SST strut extension onto the top of the strut. The holes in the base of the strut extension will install onto the factory strut mount studs. |  step 16 Install the factory 14mm nuts onto the studs and permanently tighten. |
 step 17 Install the strut assembly back into the suspension and install the new nuts enough to secure the strut. The mount nuts will be tightened once the bottom of the strut is secured to the lower control arm. |  step 18 Reinstall the lower strut mount into the lower control arm and install the factory bolt and tighten to factory specs. You may need to use a jack under the control arm make aligning the strut mount easier. |  step 19 For safety reasons, apply a dab of Loctite thread locker to the threads of the lower ball joint bolts before reinstalling them. |
 step 20 Reassemble the lower ball joint assembly with the spindle and tighten to factory specs. |  step 21 Tighten the lower control arm hardware to secure the control arm. An alignment will need to be done upon completion of this installation. |  step 22 With those easy steps the front suspension conversion of installing the ReadyLift® 3” lift spacer and 1-inch differential drop bracket is complete. Double check all hardware to insure you tightened everything back up. |
 step 23 To install the rear lift block, first the factory u-bolt nuts must be removed. The vehicle does not have to be lifted or jacked up in order to remove the bolts. |  step 24 Remove the bolt plate and factory axle bolts. |  step 25 Carefully place a jack under the front of the leaf spring pack near the axle and lift the spring pack up enough off the axle to create enough room to install the ReadyLift® 1-inch lift block. |
 step 26 Install the new (longer) axle bolts over the leaf springs by placing them in the upper bolt shoulders. |  step 27 Tighten the new axle bolt hardware to the bolt plate and torque to manufacturer specifications. Note: Be sure to check the axle bolt hardware after initial driving.
|  step 28 Here is a look at the lift block assembly installed. |
 step 29 One of the perks of a mild suspension lift such as this 3” from ReadyLift® is that is allows for the upgrading of wheels and tires to something more aggressive and suitable for the adventurous Tacoma. Here we install a set of LT285/65R18 tires, which measure just over 32.50 inches in diameter. |  step 30 As with any new tires, check clearance by turning the wheel fully both directions and check for any contact with the body mount or fender parts. |  Tire Comparison |
