Description
Estimated 5-7 week lead time.
This 4 gear portal design borrows from our race-winning Ultra4 and Trophy Truck portals and scales things down to package perfectly on the Tacoma, 4Runner, or FJ Cruiser vehicle. With these portals you are able to re-gear, lift, improve ground clearance, and provide room for larger tires on your Toyota, all with a single product. This is a 100% bolt on product that is fully compatible with the factory ABS system. This portal runs the same gear set and bearing package used in our proven Jeep platform that handles V8’s and 40’s.
The Gen 2 Toyota Portal allows you to build an extreme off road capable vehicle while still retaining the comfort and ride quality of the OEM suspension. Our 4 gear design provides a 22% reduction at the hub which allows you to run a bigger tire without the extra stress on drivetrain components. This means you run a 35-37” tire without having to regear axles, and without putting more stress on your factory front CV axles. The portal is your lift, the portal is your re-gear, and unlike conventional kits, it gives you ground clearance. A portal lift is widely recognized as the absolute best solution for an independent suspension system. It is why so many Ultra4 and Trophy Truck racers run our Race Portals. The portal allows you to keep your arms, steering, and CV’s flat at ride height yet still gain huge improvements in ground clearance. Stop lifting your suspension and start lifting your axles.
Vehicle Compatibility:
- 2005-2023 Toyota Tacoma
- 2003-2024 Toyota 4 Runner
- 2007-2014 FJ Cruiser
- 2003-2009 Lexus GX470
- 2010-2023 Lexus GX460
This portal is not compatible with the factory sway bar location on non-KDSS 4 Runners. The sway bar will need to be removed or relocated.
Specifications:
- 1.22 gear reduction.
- 3.88″ lift.
- 3.5″ width increase per side.
- Factory ABS compatible.
- Billet 7075 Knuckle with steel inserts.
- Billet 6061 Portal Box.
- Rear disc brake conversion with larger front calipers and rotors included.
- Converts your rear semi float axle to a full float.
- 4340 heat treated rear full float shafts included.
- Optimized width and scrub while maintaining stock suspension components.
- 17″ minimum wheel diameter required with a recommended backspacing of 5″-6″ for optimal scrub.
What's included:
- Billet Aluminum Portals Front and Rear.
- Larger front calipers and rotors.
- Rear caliper with integrated parking brake.
- 4340 Heat Treated Rear Full Float Axle Shafts.
- All Necessary Hardware and Detailed Instructions.
- Maxima Full Synthetic Oil.
Wheel & tire guidance:
- 35–37" tires are commonly achievable; final fitment depends on wheel specs, bumpers, alignment, and trimming.
- Verify caliper/rotor clearance and plan offset/backspacing around the +3.5" per side increase. We can spec a proven wheel/tire combo for the GX.
Why buy from Runnin4Tacos (R4T):
- Portal-experienced installers: We build and service portal-equipped Toyotas/Lexus rigs—leave with a turn-key setup that works.
- Complete build planning: Wheels, tires, armor, gearing strategy, alignment—we’ll blueprint the whole system.
- Talk to a human: Call 303-909-6047 to schedule professional installation or get fitment advice.
Shipping & local pickup:
- Colorado local pick-up: A $369 transport fee applies to all local pick-up orders for 74Weld Portal Axles.
- Lead times vary—contact us for current availability and install scheduling.
FAQs
Do I still need to re-gear?
Often no. The 22% hub reduction offsets the effective ratio change from larger tires, letting many owners run 35–37" without opening the diffs. Payload, terrain, and tire size ultimately decide.
How are portals different from a suspension lift?
Suspension lifts raise the body but keep axles at the same height, which can worsen CV/steering angles. Portals raise the axles, delivering real clearance under diffs/arms while preserving geometry.
Will ABS, traction control, and parking brake still work?
Yes—the kit is factory ABS compatible and includes a rear caliper with an integrated parking brake. Verify system operation post-install; initialization/recalibration may be recommended.