Anyone tried the Moog "tall" Springs?

LOL....go figure....I needed this thread months ago while doing my research. I ended up with 880/906 with 4 Runner 5100's. Not saying I hate the ride...but it sucks off road now. I like the ride on smooth pavement....but off road, washboard, pot holes, rocks...it is super bouncy and very "sharp" on the initial hit. I have to slow down noticeably to avoid having to slide/skip around at speed, and avoid the sharp jolts while going slower.

This summer I'm going to crush the rears with weight to find out how much they sag with how much weight. Maybe that will help some.
 
Part# 45H2131 Coil Spring Set AC Delco Rear

GENERAL MOTORS OE
19241781
TOYOTA OE
4823135150
TOYOTA OE
4823135210

Part# 45H0368 Coil Spring Set AC Delco Front

GENERAL MOTORS OE
19241929
TOYOTA OE
4813135340
TOYOTA OE
4813135350
TOYOTA OE
4813135400:yo:

Saul, are you saying the ACDelco springs are the same springs that Toyota offers for the 99/highlander springs?
 
When speaking of spending money on OEM vs non OEM. 2009 I went with the
SS1.2 Kit 260k miles now at 360k. has settled 1/2" had winch syn rope whole time. Rear tote 150# all the time settle 3/4", still rides great. Will what your buying last that long? Kinda pay once cry once or pay several times cry several times. I tend to hang on to rides i like bought in 2000.
 
Just finished my front end refresh which included Bilstein 5100s and Moog 81090 springs. This combo rides much smoother than the worn 178k bits that were in there before. The original struts didn't rebound at all when compressed.

I foolishly didn't take before measurements but its definitely 1-1.5" higher than before. Will get measurements after it settles.

Going to tackle the rear this weekend also with 5100s and Moog 81041s

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Just finished my front end refresh which included Bilstein 5100s and Moog 81090 springs. This combo rides much smoother than the worn 178k bits that were in there before. The original struts didn't rebound at all when compressed.

I foolishly didn't take before measurements but its definitely 1-1.5" higher than before. Will get measurements after it settles.

Going to tackle the rear this weekend also with 5100s and Moog 81041s

If anyone asks why the back is lower than the front – show them this.

 
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I changed my springs in front 3 times and ended up going with the Moog Tacoma fronts. Have the 81041 rears but judging by the pics I don't think I'm going to like them. I'm interested in finding a heavier spring rate but not such and extreme lift. More to come when I can start my own posts...
 
Installed my Bilstein 5100's and front & rear moog springs. Ride is very smooth. I really like this setup. Did a rough before and after measurement and with the moog/bilstein setup I gained 1" front and 1.5" rear.
 

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Saul, are you saying the ACDelco springs are the same springs that Toyota offers for the 99/highlander springs?

I would like to know this also.

When running the part numbers these were what they crossed to..4WD w 16" wheels,presently out of stock so I have yet to eyeball them.

Front Spring Compressed Length 45H0368 COIL
254 mm
Front Spring Inside Diameter
3.1 in
Front Spring Inside Diameter
78.7 mm
Front Spring Relaxed Length
14.3 in
Front Spring Relaxed Length
363.2 mm
Front Spring Seat Included
No
Grade Type
Premium
Load Rate Front
2565
Load Rate Front
1163 kg
Meets or Exceeds Original Equipment Manufacture Specifications
Yes
Spring Color
Black
Spring Material
Steel
Spring Rate Front
Constant
Wire Diameter
0.670 in
Wire Diameter
17.02 mm

Load Rate Rear 45H2131 COIL REAR
780
Load Rate Rear
354 kg
Meets or Exceeds Original Equipment Manufacture Specifications
Yes
Rear Spring Compressed Length
10 in
Rear Spring Compressed Length
254 mm
Rear Spring Inside Diameter
4.7 in
Rear Spring Inside Diameter
119.4 mm
Rear Spring Relaxed Length
16.2 in
Rear Spring Relaxed Length
411.5 mm
Rear Spring Seat Included
No
Spring Color
Black
Spring Material
Steel
Spring Rate Rear
Variable
Wire Diameter
0.630 in
Wire Diameter
16.00 mm
 
Fitment for moog-81088
Toyota 4Runner 2007-2003 Front 4WD Quantity 1 4.7L 8Cyl V (4663)(285)
Toyota 4Runner 2000-1999 Front 4WD Quantity 1
Toyota 4Runner 1998-1996 Front 4WD Quantity 1 3.4L 6Cyl V (3378)(-)

moog-81088 Pigtail Squared 14.31 0 3.14 0.67 595 0 Constant Rate

Fitment for moog-81041
Toyota 4Runner 2000-1996 Rear 4WD
moog-81041 Pigtail Squared 16.24 10 4.65 0.53 125 780 Constant Rate

Make your head hurt and go check....
Universal Coil Spring Specifications | Moog Suspension Parts
 
Has anyone used the 81088 front springs, from moog tech part it states they are .31 taller

Front
moog-81088 free height of 14.31
moog-81090 free height of 14.00

Rear
moog-81041
 
Fwiw... The moogs showed up today and to my surprise, the two fronts are slightly different and one is labeled for the driver's side.
For the OP [MENTION=154282]inneyeseakay[/MENTION]

Sorry to bring this back from the dead, but....

Just curious, did you end up getting 81088 MOOG front springs?
 
For the OP [MENTION=154282]inneyeseakay[/MENTION]

Sorry to bring this back from the dead, but....

Just curious, did you end up getting 81088 MOOG front springs?
Before: 19 3/4" from hub center to fender flares

After: 22" from hub center to fender flares

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I don't recall seeing these being used by anyone on here, but I'd be wary of Moog. They are a Federal Mogul brand now. I don't mean to step on toes, some guys still swear by Moog, but they are a "Freedom Group" style of business. Not sure how you can cheapen springs, but I'm sure they'd try.

Eibach, OME, and Toyota springs are the go-to's.

My father has worked for Federal Mogul for over 30 years... I've used MOOG chassis parts on my former Ram 2500 diesel truck and it was 100% better quality than OEM. I have nothing but great things to say about their products. High quality all around.
 

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