153k Rear springs and shocks.

After a debating for almost a year between Bilstein HD, Bilstein 5100, OME 906 spring or 99 tail springs. The ride in the back of the 4runner was terrible, if I hit a bump or a hole you can almost hear it bang. I finally decided to get Bilstein HD's and leave the springs alone. Then I decided I wanted to lift it a bit after seeing two threads.

Rickashay's
**Rickashay's OME vs. TRD Tundra/LC Review**

and

Speedy's
Speedy's Lift Install with "How To" Video

I figured if I get the 5100, I should be ok if I wanted more lift. I would just have to get rear springs later on. So I finally commited to getting tundra 5100 for the rear and OME 906 springs. Little did I know the PO had installed Bilstein HD's but I couldn't tell because they were covered in rust.


The goods



ARB 2906 Old Man Emu Coil Spring

Bilstein 24-100144 Shock Absorber x 2 (ebay)

Daystar KU08007BK Black 3/4" I.D. Standard Hourglass Shock Eye Bushing - Pair




Pre lift passenger side - 36 1/2"


Pre lift driver side - 35"



Post lift pass - 38"



Post lift driver - 37"





Pass - 1 1/2"
Driver - 2" (with gas level near empty)

Don't forget 906 springs are labeled A and B. A is taller and for the driver side. I had to remind the mechanic while I was watching him install.


Truck before



Truck after




I ended up taking it to a shop because it was my only vehicle and I didn't want to be stuck in my driveway if I couldn't finish the job. The shop ended up charging me 2.5 hours. I probably should have done it myself. If you have to take it to a shop I recommend you press out the bushings before hand, if you want to save some money. It took him awhile just to do that, maybe 30 minutes. The rest was pretty easy. They ended up using a blowtorch to cut the old Bilstein HD's at the top. It took him several tries on the driver side.

Also to note, instead of using the locking nylon nut at the top, the shop used a 2 nut system to lock it in place. I forgot to ask for the original locking nuts so I could put them on. I asked the mechanic he said he guarantees it won't come lose. He cranked one down, then cranked another on top of it. Took him a few minutes for each.




Old shocks