Donahoe Coil Over Lift 4th Gen - Page 3 - Toyota

RL Lemke · 03-10-2005, 10:58 PM

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Originally posted by bulldog-yota
The rears look a bit off, more than 1/2" is a bit much. Using Revtek or NE spacers in the rear? I assume Revtek shocks.

Yes, I am leaving the NE rear spacers there. That is until someone comes out with a long lasting replacement coil spring. I also want to add an airbag inside the new coils. That way when I carry the new 495 pound BMW R1200GS on the back with a hitch carrier the back end won't drag.

RL Lemke · 03-15-2005, 12:18 PM

Here is another place these coil overs work great, washboards. Even some of the blacktop here in Dallas gets a washboard effect at stoplights where there is a lot of truck traffic.

The stock suspension was affected a little by hard braking and turning on the washboard. There was a little clicking from the VSC and ABS.

The spacer lift kits changed everything. They didn't allow for the necessary compliance for the tires to maintain contact with the ground. Thus it was full ABS and no braking with the same movement.

The Donahoe coil overs have given me the braking over washboards I expect from the 4Runner. That is, the washboard surface of the road has no effect on the hard barking and turning movement. The downward pressure the Hoe's place on the tires keep the contact with the ground constant. No clicks or pops from the VSC nor ABS.

This quality of the Donahoe suspension is something that you would have to drive to see. Low speed compliance over ruts and surface flaws as well as high speed firmness to keep the 4Runner going in the inteneded direction.

Additionally, I have been taking freeway ramps at increasing speeds and think that the firmness of the Hoe's offers everything the Xreas did, if not more.

bulldog-yota · 03-15-2005, 12:44 PM

That's great to hear!! It seems the Hoes live up to their reputation on the 4th Gens as well. It seems you have found the best solution for the front lift. Now just to sort out the rear sometime.

BTW, what was NE's response assistance to all your troubles?

RL Lemke · 03-15-2005, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by bulldog-yota
That's great to hear!! It seems the Hoes live up to their reputation on the 4th Gens as well. It seems you have found the best solution for the front lift. Now just to sort out the rear sometime.

BTW, what was NE's response assistance to all your troubles?

Yes, I would like to find rear coils that didn't require a spacer. Maybe that would allow for too much articulation, maybe not.

NE? Heck, I don't know. Anthony and I talked some time ago when I told him about how the Toyota of Plano tech disconnecting the Xreas when installing the NE lift. He immediately went to his site and blamed all my issues on that.

Starting a small business is always difficult. Without a sound moral base to the business model the result will be unfettered greed. Blind ambition. It's such a shame as Anthony had such a good start with the support of this list.

4route · 03-15-2005, 07:08 PM

I remember that well. Complete b.s. - he just wanted to dodge taking responsibility.

Oh well.

I'm just glad you're happy with those Donahoes - they look sweeeet!

RL Lemke · 03-17-2005, 10:21 PM

Here is a photo of the uninstalled Donahoe.

RL Lemke · 03-17-2005, 10:27 PM

Here are the parts sent by Total Chaos.

RL Lemke · 03-17-2005, 10:28 PM

Walk past the 4Runner and this is what grabs your attention. That is if you are interested in cars.

RL Lemke · 03-17-2005, 10:29 PM

Someone asked for a side view of the whole 4Runner.

Good Times · 03-17-2005, 10:36 PM

RL that just looks soooo yummy! good job

now take that puppy out to Moab and offroad the crap out of it!

o yeah, don't forget photos!!

bulldog-yota · 03-18-2005, 02:07 AM

Oh man I'm drooling, that stuff looks so good!!!!

Koz · 03-18-2005, 08:52 AM

What was the total cost for the lift, parts and labor?

Koz

Bobby · 03-18-2005, 09:33 AM

$2200 from his other post, parts and labor.

That is sweet.

Must... resist...

veloindy · 03-18-2005, 09:35 AM

THAT'S PRETTY STINKIN' COOL!!! I love it!! I've been looking for a side shot!

Question: Now that you've "improved" the suspension. How does it ride compared to the stock X-REAS? Obviously it's lifted, so that's an advantage. But, if you were buying a new 4Runner, would buy an SR5 or the Sport model? Does it lean or feel more top heavy now?

Thanks,

Tony

RL Lemke · 03-18-2005, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by veloindy
[BQuestion: Now that you've "improved" the suspension. How does it ride compared to the stock X-REAS? Obviously it's lifted, so that's an advantage. But, if you were buying a new 4Runner, would buy an SR5 or the Sport model? Does it lean or feel more top heavy now?[/B]

I purchased the SE because I wanted the bigger Lexus brakes, the 17" wheels (I always keep factory wheels), and didn't want the extra stuff that came with the Ltd version. Xreas was very attractive too - only later did I learn how expensive it is to repair at the dealership. Oh yea, I like the scoop too.

The ride is better than stock, and much better than with the spacer lifts I tried. I feel better on freeway ramps now than I did stock. Mind you, it is not the same as the Z06 I have driven.

Regardless of the amount of lift you dial into these coil overs, the ride and drive is superior to stock. But then, you might expect that for the $2,200 cost of the parts and installation labor.

03-15-2005, 12:18 PM	#32 (permalink)
RL Lemke Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Dallas Posts: 704	Here is another place these coil overs work great, washboards. Even some of the blacktop here in Dallas gets a washboard effect at stoplights where there is a lot of truck traffic. The stock suspension was affected a little by hard braking and turning on the washboard. There was a little clicking from the VSC and ABS. The spacer lift kits changed everything. They didn't allow for the necessary compliance for the tires to maintain contact with the ground. Thus it was full ABS and no braking with the same movement. The Donahoe coil overs have given me the braking over washboards I expect from the 4Runner. That is, the washboard surface of the road has no effect on the hard barking and turning movement. The downward pressure the Hoe's place on the tires keep the contact with the ground constant. No clicks or pops from the VSC nor ABS. This quality of the Donahoe suspension is something that you would have to drive to see. Low speed compliance over ruts and surface flaws as well as high speed firmness to keep the 4Runner going in the inteneded direction. Additionally, I have been taking freeway ramps at increasing speeds and think that the firmness of the Hoe's offers everything the Xreas did, if not more. __________________ RL Dallas, Texas 2004 4Runner Sport Edition

03-15-2005, 12:44 PM	#33 (permalink)
bulldog-yota Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Morgan Hill, CA Posts: 1,013	That's great to hear!! It seems the Hoes live up to their reputation on the 4th Gens as well. It seems you have found the best solution for the front lift. Now just to sort out the rear sometime. BTW, what was NE's response assistance to all your troubles? __________________ --------------------------------------------- 03 4R 05 GX www.toyota120.com www.yotatech.com www.ih8mud.com

03-17-2005, 10:21 PM	#36 (permalink)
RL Lemke Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Dallas Posts: 704	Here is a photo of the uninstalled Donahoe. Attached Images __________________ RL Dallas, Texas 2004 4Runner Sport Edition

03-17-2005, 10:27 PM	#37 (permalink)
RL Lemke Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Dallas Posts: 704	Here are the parts sent by Total Chaos. Attached Images __________________ RL Dallas, Texas 2004 4Runner Sport Edition

03-17-2005, 10:28 PM	#38 (permalink)
RL Lemke Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Dallas Posts: 704	Walk past the 4Runner and this is what grabs your attention. That is if you are interested in cars. Attached Images __________________ RL Dallas, Texas 2004 4Runner Sport Edition


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03-15-2005, 07:08 PM	#35 (permalink)
4route Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: texas Posts: 701	I remember that well. Complete b.s. - he just wanted to dodge taking responsibility. Oh well. I'm just glad you're happy with those Donahoes - they look sweeeet!

03-17-2005, 10:29 PM	#39 (permalink)
RL Lemke Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Dallas Posts: 704	Someone asked for a side view of the whole 4Runner. Attached Images __________________ RL Dallas, Texas 2004 4Runner Sport Edition

03-17-2005, 10:36 PM	#40 (permalink)
Good Times Chaos Edition! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sunny Socal Posts: 1,657	RL that just looks soooo yummy! good job now take that puppy out to Moab and offroad the crap out of it! o yeah, don't forget photos!! __________________ Lance 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition

03-18-2005, 02:07 AM	#41 (permalink)
bulldog-yota Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Morgan Hill, CA Posts: 1,013	Oh man I'm drooling, that stuff looks so good!!!! __________________ --------------------------------------------- 03 4R 05 GX www.toyota120.com www.yotatech.com www.ih8mud.com

03-18-2005, 08:52 AM	#42 (permalink)
Koz Bad Ass Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 4,331	What was the total cost for the lift, parts and labor? Koz

03-18-2005, 09:33 AM	#43 (permalink)
Bobby Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 1,128	$2200 from his other post, parts and labor. That is sweet. Must... resist... __________________ -Bobby '04 Sport Edition 4wd V8 Stratosphere Mica '04 KTM 950 Adventure '03 KTM 450 EXC

03-18-2005, 09:35 AM	#44 (permalink)
veloindy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Rocky Mountain High, CO Posts: 198	THAT'S PRETTY STINKIN' COOL!!! I love it!! I've been looking for a side shot! Question: Now that you've "improved" the suspension. How does it ride compared to the stock X-REAS? Obviously it's lifted, so that's an advantage. But, if you were buying a new 4Runner, would buy an SR5 or the Sport model? Does it lean or feel more top heavy now? Thanks, Tony

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