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Originally Posted by Sarki
Charlie - Thanks for jumping in and sharing your thoughts.
Just to clarify, are you suggesting OEM shocks and springs all around meaning replace with original 02 springs and not replace the springs with 99 talls.
Cost wise going with the Bilstein 4600’s at all 4 corners would save me a bit of change but not that significant if sacrificing on the ride quality.
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I'd still consider '99 talls OEM. No personal experience, but I believe the '99's could actually be MORE comfortable - you are less likely to hit the bump stops (especially in front) on potholes, etc. Getting up off the bump stops added comfort on my 4Runner added to the ride comfort on my 4Runner (OEM rear springs are very soft, and with tired shocks it would bottom out too often).
4600's are a bit firmer than stock and won't last quite as long as OEM. I had a set on my 4Runner before I got the most recent 5100's. Still a good choice.
The KYB's are also a good budget choice for comfort.
-Charlie
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