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N3 Leveling Struts | 2 Inch | Loaded Strut | Toyota 4runner 2wd/4wd (96-02)
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🛠️ Install available in Marietta, GA
Installed and serviced at Road Runner Wheels & Tires — 1585 Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30062. Call (678) 400-6467 to schedule.
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Built for 4Runner owners who want a lifted truck that still rides like stock, the Rough Country N3 Leveling Struts deliver 2 inches of front lift with a smooth, factory-like ride. Pre-loaded and ready to bolt on, these nitrogen-charged struts preserve driveline geometry and handling while giving your 4Runner the ground clearance you need.
Installed and serviced at Road Runner Wheels & Tires. Most leveling kits go in the same day. Call (678) 400-6467 to schedule.
What's included
- N3 Performance Loaded Struts (pair) — Pre-loaded coils built in; no disassembly required. Nitrogen gas charged for reduced aeration, improved ride quality, and enhanced handling on pavement and trail.
- Application-Specific Velocity Sensitive Valving — Tuned for your 4Runner's suspension geometry. Infinitely variable damping keeps tire contact planted on all road conditions.
- Hardened Chrome Piston Rod & Leak-Proof Seal — Massive 1 3/8" bore resists corrosion and withstands off-road impacts.
- 3-Year Limited Warranty — Backed by Rough Country.
Important notes
- Cannot be installed with a strut spacer.
- These struts are engineered for 2 inches of front lift only — they are not compatible with additional lift kits.
Why customers pick this at Road Runner
- Bolt-on simplicity — pre-loaded struts install without spring compressor or disassembly hassle.
- Factory-tuned for your 4Runner — application-specific valving keeps the ride smooth, not jarring.
- Rough Country lifetime warranty backed locally — supported by techs who service these struts every week.
- Alignment performed in-house as part of every lift install — corrected caster and geometry included.
Ready to build it? Call (678) 400-6467. Hablamos Español.
Features
- Easy bolt-on installation
- Includes pre-loaded coil
- No strut disassembly required
- Maintains smooth, factory-like ride
- Increased ground clearance
- Application specific velocity sensitive valving
- Structurally engineered for lifted applications
- Nitrogen gas charged to improve ride, handling, and reduce shock oil aeration
- Offers improved tire contact with the road for increased stability and performance
- Infinitely Variable Damping
- Leak-proof piston seal
- Special formulated low friction shock oil
- Massive 1 3/8in Bore
- Hardened chromed piston rod provides superior corrosion resistance and enhances sealing properties
- 3-year Limited Warranty
| Years | Make | Model | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996-2001 | Toyota | 4Runner Base | 4WD |
| 1996-2001 | Toyota | 4Runner Base | RWD |
| 1996-2002 | Toyota | 4Runner Limited | 4WD |
| 1996-2002 | Toyota | 4Runner SR5 | 4WD |
| 1996-2002 | Toyota | 4Runner SR5 | RWD |
| 1997-2002 | Toyota | 4Runner Limited | RWD |
- Install time: 2-3 hours
Cannot be installed in conjunction with a strut spacer. ONLY fits models with 2-inches of lift.
Rough Country Lifetime Replacement Warranty covers all structural components against defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser's lifetime ownership of the vehicle.
3-Year Finish Warranty on all painted and powder-coated surfaces.
3-Year Shock Warranty on N3, M1, and Vertex shocks against leakage and structural failure.
Warranty service is handled by Rough Country directly — call (678) 400-6467 if you need help opening a warranty claim and we'll walk you through it.
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