FJ Cruiser Rear Springs & Spacer lift installed
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Falls said:
I have wondered that too. I understand the length of shock travel could become an issue. I would think 883's in the front and Airlift and/or FJC springs in the back would be ok.
I think the effectiveness of the XREAS would decrease a bit unless you somehow added some fluid. At rest, with the T4R slightly lifted, there might not be enough fluid. E.g.- In a right turn the front shock extends. That fluid immediately goes to the left rear. Because the left rear started from a position of greater extension would the fluid supplied by the front right be enough? I have no clue. It seems to me the worst case with a mild spring lift would involve some loss of effectiveness of the XREAS. Now, any loss of effectiveness would probably be more than compensated for by the extra spring stiffness. I wish I had XREAS, I'd do it, I ain't skeeeered
I come to that conclusion based on studying pretty pictures of XREAS, not any real experience so take it with a grain of salt:cheers:
Day 2 FOLLOW UP Report:
As mentioned earlier, upgrading the suspension has been a three step process. Short after installing the front FJ coilovers, I noticed an instant improvement in handling, but not enough to stop the major body roll from turning into slightly angled driveways or parking lot entrances (90 degree / right turn). I'd always forget I was driving an SUV because I switch between vehicles during the week. Worse was when a friend drive my T4R... she's not used to beemers not SUVs... made a sharp turn into the parking lot entrance and the 5 of us felt like we were flying all over the place (seatbelted). Well this morning, I drove into the same parking lot and went "oh crap" because I forgot to slow down... the entire truck body started to act like it was about to thrash around but the bushings/endlinks kicked in and started dampening the roll and things instantly evened out... resulting in minimal roll. Two words: ItWasAn AmazingExperience. My T4R drives like a car, does yours? lol.
For those of you concerned with diminished offroad capabilities... you need not worry, you're supposed to disconnect (unbolt endlinks) the stabilizer bars before every offroad outting, anyway.
btw, CJ3Flyr, would you mind adding this info to the first post of your other thread, it'll help save people a lot of time.
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=34115
http://www.neverenoughauto.com/index.php
4Runner V8 2WD parts:
Prothane Greasable Universal Bushings
21mm 19-1164-BL
30mm 19-1186-BL
Most important T4R thread, ever.
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=34115
As mentioned earlier, upgrading the suspension has been a three step process. Short after installing the front FJ coilovers, I noticed an instant improvement in handling, but not enough to stop the major body roll from turning into slightly angled driveways or parking lot entrances (90 degree / right turn). I'd always forget I was driving an SUV because I switch between vehicles during the week. Worse was when a friend drive my T4R... she's not used to beemers not SUVs... made a sharp turn into the parking lot entrance and the 5 of us felt like we were flying all over the place (seatbelted). Well this morning, I drove into the same parking lot and went "oh crap" because I forgot to slow down... the entire truck body started to act like it was about to thrash around but the bushings/endlinks kicked in and started dampening the roll and things instantly evened out... resulting in minimal roll. Two words: ItWasAn AmazingExperience. My T4R drives like a car, does yours? lol.
For those of you concerned with diminished offroad capabilities... you need not worry, you're supposed to disconnect (unbolt endlinks) the stabilizer bars before every offroad outting, anyway.
btw, CJ3Flyr, would you mind adding this info to the first post of your other thread, it'll help save people a lot of time.
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=34115
http://www.neverenoughauto.com/index.php
4Runner V8 2WD parts:
Prothane Greasable Universal Bushings
21mm 19-1164-BL
30mm 19-1186-BL
Most important T4R thread, ever.
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=34115
CJ3Flyr and FT5117:
How can I tell which end is the top end of the FJC Springs?
One end of the springs tapers flat and the other does not.
Also, should I inspect the the FJC Springs in detail for any particular types of damage, wear or use before install? Anything particular that you can think of that I should look out for?
Thanks.
How can I tell which end is the top end of the FJC Springs?
One end of the springs tapers flat and the other does not.
Also, should I inspect the the FJC Springs in detail for any particular types of damage, wear or use before install? Anything particular that you can think of that I should look out for?
Thanks.
