Eibach Stage 2 Suspension + 285/70R17 Toyo Open Country + Method 709 – Rear Wheel Gap Too Big? Should I Level the Front?

Samisnothere · Thursday at 7:28 PM

Just wanted to share my 6th Gen 4Runner build so far and get some opinions on the stance.

Current setup:

Eibach Stage 2 suspension
Toyo Open Country 285/70R17 tires
Method Race 709 Wheels

I'm pretty happy with how it looks overall, but I feel like the rear wheel gap makes the tires look a little small, especially from the side.

I'm considering raising the front suspension a bit more to level out the truck, but I'm not sure if that would improve the overall stance or just make the front wheel gap look bigger too.

What do you guys think? Does the rear look a little off, or am I overthinking it? Would leveling the front help, or would you leave it as is?

2025 2026 4runner 6th gen Eibach Stage 2 Suspension + 285/70R17 Toyo Open Country + Method 709 – Rear Wheel Gap Too Big? Should I Level the Front? IMG_6895

2025 2026 4runner 6th gen Eibach Stage 2 Suspension + 285/70R17 Toyo Open Country + Method 709 – Rear Wheel Gap Too Big? Should I Level the Front? IMG_6886

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Appreciate any feedback!

emerson · Friday at 4:57 AM

Looks awesome. Proportions are on point. Nice touch on the machine finish beadlock. I prefer a slight back rack. Keep the front .5"-1" lower than rear. Here's mine with the the rear 1" taller.

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Wade Ramm · Friday at 11:19 AM

I agree with emerson. Looks good!

Max94 · Friday at 2:29 PM

Looks perfect I think, how do you like the Eibach? It’s on my short list for suspension

Joe Dirt · Friday at 2:29 PM

Looks pretty Stout especially with the beadlocker rings. Was wondering what offset you're using? Thanks in advance

Van Solo · Friday at 3:03 PM

You can upgrade to 285/75R17 to increase your height too!

We did!

Samisnothere · Friday at 6:16 PM

emerson said:
Looks awesome. Proportions are on point. Nice touch on the machine finish beadlock. I prefer a slight back rack. Keep the front .5"-1" lower than rear. Here's mine with the the rear 1" taller.

Fair point. Part of why I’m still on the fence is that a rack could really help when I need to haul heavy gear. I guess i will stick with the current set up. I really like the trailhunter wheel, they are so unique. definitely love ur build.

Samisnothere · Friday at 6:17 PM

Joe Dirt said:
Looks pretty Stout especially with the beadlocker rings. Was wondering what offset you're using? Thanks in advance

I just doule checked, it is +25mm

Samisnothere · Friday at 6:20 PM

Max94 said:
Looks perfect I think, how do you like the Eibach? It’s on my short list for suspension

They’re definitely good. I daily drive my 4Runner, so I skipped the Fox 2.0s since they’re generally on the softer side. The Eibachs feel firmer and more planted, which suits daily driving better. Compared to the stock Bilsteins on my TRD Off-Road, the handling is noticeably better and I get a better road feel. They’ve also been great off-road so far.

Max94 · Friday at 7:05 PM

Samisnothere said:
They’re definitely good. I daily drive my 4Runner, so I skipped the Fox 2.0s since they’re generally on the softer side. The Eibachs feel firmer and more planted, which suits daily driving better. Compared to the stock Bilsteins on my TRD Off-Road, the handling is noticeably better and I get a better road feel. They’ve also been great off-road so far.

Hell yeah thanks makes my decision easy

IRFAN0922 · Saturday at 6:44 PM

Samisnothere said:
Just wanted to share my 6th Gen 4Runner build so far and get some opinions on the stance.

Current setup:

Eibach Stage 2 suspension

Toyo Open Country 285/70R17 tires

Method Race 709 Wheels

I'm pretty happy with how it looks overall, but I feel like the rear wheel gap makes the tires look a little small, especially from the side.

I'm considering raising the front suspension a bit more to level out the truck, but I'm not sure if that would improve the overall stance or just make the front wheel gap look bigger too.

What do you guys think? Does the rear look a little off, or am I overthinking it? Would leveling the front help, or would you leave it as is?

Appreciate any feedback!

My personal Experience and testing .
max 2 inch lift front and 1.5rear - more then this , big problem .
do check your font Axle , if its straight, you are good if point down - not good .and read gap its a solid axle , its for articulation and its required .

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