Gut check on suspension mods for LE?
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Can I get a gut check from anyone with experience modifying a 5th gen Limited or experience with these mods?
I've got a 2017 T4R LE with shot (or at least leaking) shocks that need to be replaced. I've wanted to do a level or lift for a while, so now faced with $1750 in parts alone to replace OEM shocks, now seems like the time. Would appreciate feedback on my plan. This is a daily driver with very occasional dirt roads and trails, 99% pavement and occasionally packed up heavy for a road trip. Looking for a comfortable ride with a little bit of a fun look. No major mods or additions planned after this. Planning to pull out XREAS and put in a Bilstein 5100 kit with OME coils (2885 front, 2898 rear) with SPC upper control arms. The goal is a 2-2.5" front lift with ~1.5" rear lift. I can get all this done (parts plus labor) for under $1700. Am I missing anything? I don't think I need to replace XREAS with anything, right? If I do this, I'll end up with a lift on the stock 20" wheels, and I plan to swap those for 17s. A problem for another day. |
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As for the lift you're wanting to build, it sounds right but I am not familiar enough to weigh in, but eager to see what your thoughts are after you install. My XREAS needs replacement and I am doing something similar, but I want minimal lift so I am not changing as much as you plan to swap. |
those springs are meant for significant weight at all times. rear is 3" lift with 400 lbs extra and front is 3" with 150 lbs extra weight. I think that is way too much spring for your intended use on a daily basis. with no bumpers or heavy mods.
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You're saying using these coils would result in a rough ride, or that the lift would be taller than I want, or both? From yotomafia: __________________ Select Front Coil Configuration * LD (2884) – Light duty coils, intended to be used under stock vehicle weight. MD (2885) – Medium duty coils, intended to be used under stock weight to gain 2.5″ of lift or under medium weight (70-100lbs) to gain 2″ of lift. HD (2887) – Heavy duty coils, intended to be used under heavy weight (100lbs+) to gain 2.5″ of lift. SELECT REAR COIL CONFIGURATION * LD (2889) – Light duty coils, intended to be used under stock vehicle weight. MD (2898) – Medium duty coils, intended to be used under stock weight to gain 2.5″ of lift or under medium weight (100-300lbs) to gain 2″ of lift. HD (2899) – Heavy duty coils, intended to be used under heavy weight (300lbs+) to gain 2.5″ of lift. __________________ |
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Old Man Emu 4RUNNER Heavy Load Coil Springs, 440 lbs Constant Load (2898) from their specs tab: 4RUNNER 2010+: 2010+ 4Runners carrying approx 400lbs+ of extra weight at all times, provides approximately 3" lift when loaded Toyota Tacoma Old Man Emu Coil Spring, Stock/Light Load Spring (0-110lbs) 1.75" Lift OME2885 2010+ 4Runner 4WD (stock with 70-180lbs bull-bar and winch) - Approximately 3" Lift |
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So, probably a dumb question but any need for extended bumpstops with this setup?
I mean the front shocks start out extended due to the longer coils so you lose droop just like you would with a stock coil and setting the 5100 for lift...but what about compression? What is going to be the limiting factor for upward travel of the tire? Asking because I am looking at a similar arrangement down the road (I'm in line for an ORP but expecting it to be a couple months before I get one...) |
XREAS is easy to remove. Much easier if you use cutters and junk it rather than trying to use flare nuts on rusty boosters.. its a pain. The hard lines once cut pop off easy.
Use rags and a bucket, the mess is minimal. Chop chop chop... its done. I removed mine and went with Kings |
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Honestly I'm going to have someone who has the right equipment install the lift, so I'll save my manicure and just have them handle the XREAS at the same time. :D |
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The kit I'm looking at also has an option for extended brake lines... not really sure why I'd need that one either. |
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I have 2016 limited with a modified 6" fab tech lift. I've done many modifications 488:1 Front rear axle gear ratio with ARB airlockers. Running dirt logic 2.5 shocks front and rear. Fantastic shocks ride amazing.
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But some you will like them!!!! |
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