Aftermarket T-Bars?

Discussion in 'Suspension/Chassis' started by Pickup, Jun 12, 2016.

  1. Pickup

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    Truck in question is a 94 reg cab base. 22RE.
    I lowered her cheaply with a t-bar crank down and flipped the bjs, along with 2in blocks in the back.
    Since I've been driving her again, I've gotten old and don't like the rough ride. I raised her back up 1.5 inches in the front via the T-Bars. And the ride improved, So I believe my t-bars do still function, although a bit rusty. I have purchased DJM control arms and will soon install along with a bit of other things (poly bushings, tie rods, bjs, etc...)
    I understand the control arms really only give me 2in, and the bj flip about 1.5. I'll tinker with the t-bars, but only for adjustment.

    Are sway away, or EMU t-bars necessary?
    Do you have them, how did they affect the ride?

    As for the rear I was originally planning on pulling a leaf to level and soften a bit, but I've got the "gas tank lean" and haven't found a place that can re bend for me. So I was thinking about the Street edge 3in drop leafs. I'd like to keep the 2in blocks there, but I understand that will put me at the limit as far as clearance issues. I don't know exactly what needs to be notched if so.
     
  2. jetas

    jetas Grand Toyotaholic

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  3. LAYNLOW

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    As for street edge 3" leafs...i have those on mine along with 4" blocks. I also have airshocks in the back. Didnt have to notch. Although that could be different if youre not going to have air shocks. Ride quality is good though
     
  4. Pickup

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    What air shocks do you have?

    And thanks jetas
     
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    In not sure honestly. They were on there when i got the truck
     

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