1990 4runner rear spring replac

[jay4runner]

Replacing rear springs. On one of them the rubber 'cushion, that sits within the spring has come/broken off. What are these rubber things called and are they easy to find/replace? Guess I should maybe replace both while at it?

 

[zeak]

I've always heard them called coil spring perches.
Also found this setup on google.
It lets the spring flex with the axel without popping out.
Click here

 

[jay4runner]

I may not have d escribed it correctly. It is about 4" long and actually acts as a cushion if the spring is too much.

 

[RiFF RaFF]

If that is the one at the top of the spring I've had one missing since I bought my 93. Even after lifting I'm still without a top bumper with no ill effects.

:wow:

 

[zeak]

Ohh... ok.
At the top of this page in the link are some toyota part numbers.

Hope this helps

 

[jay4runner]

From the diagram you noted I'm not sure if it would be 48302 or 48306. Maybe it is both.

 

[77'911]

They are insulators. Ours were in decent shape when I replaced the rear springs with MOOG units. If they are missing, or damaged, you might consider replacing them. They will make a difference on the stance as well as noise/corrosion. The spring is not meant or designed to sit metal on metal. Just replaced all 4 of the insulators on our old BMW and they do make quite a difference.
regards

 

[rolling blackout]

I believe what you are looking at is the bump stop.