Im glad to hear that
Unfortunately the last stock is runned off where i live
And i will have to get something else
I wish i will find something in the middle
Between ironman nitrogas 1000$ And dobinsons 1500$
If anyone have some recommendations
4th Gen Suspension Options/FAQ
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Im glad to hear that
Unfortunately the last stock is runned off where i live
And i will have to get something else
I wish i will find something in the middle
Between ironman nitrogas 1000$ And dobinsons 1500$
If anyone have some recommendations
Bikeric
New member
I also had a failed XREAS suspension on my 2003 Sport. I installed some 2010 FJ KYB quick strut kits for the front and KYB standard shocks for the rear. Got everything off RockAuto ($300 total for front and rear). It lifted my front at least 2", and rides so much better now. I did have to spread the eyelets for the lower front shock mounts because the shock eyes were barely too wide to fit. I just used a piece of all-thread and 2 nuts to do the spreading.
ekoman
New member
Thoughts on this set up
I am about to pull the trigger on a lift and heres what I want out of it. I dont plan to do any heavy wheeling but do plan on light to moderate trails for camping and day trips. This is my DD as well (but largely working from home anymore). I am looking to get roughly 2" - 2.5" up front and 1.5" - 2" in the rear and below is the set up I'm looking at.
I have a 2006 V8 Limited.
Front - Bilstein 6112 (47-260153)
Rear - Bilstein 5100s (33-187174)
Rear coils - OME 895E coils (2895E)
I do plan to add SPC UCAs (25480-N) since I'm right on the line of "needing" them.
Some of my questions are, would a diff drop still be recommenced? Since I am going 6112 up front, am I taking away from the quality not installing 5160s in the rear? For wheels, 275s (18" wheel) should fit with no rubbing, correct?
What are the thoughts here? I have seen a few people run this but would like some additional input if anyone has it.
I am about to pull the trigger on a lift and heres what I want out of it. I dont plan to do any heavy wheeling but do plan on light to moderate trails for camping and day trips. This is my DD as well (but largely working from home anymore). I am looking to get roughly 2" - 2.5" up front and 1.5" - 2" in the rear and below is the set up I'm looking at.
I have a 2006 V8 Limited.
Front - Bilstein 6112 (47-260153)
Rear - Bilstein 5100s (33-187174)
Rear coils - OME 895E coils (2895E)
I do plan to add SPC UCAs (25480-N) since I'm right on the line of "needing" them.
Some of my questions are, would a diff drop still be recommenced? Since I am going 6112 up front, am I taking away from the quality not installing 5160s in the rear? For wheels, 275s (18" wheel) should fit with no rubbing, correct?
What are the thoughts here? I have seen a few people run this but would like some additional input if anyone has it.
jrm
New member
Currie_1
New member
Whats up guys, new 4th gen owner here.
2005 Sport 4x4 v6 with about 170K.
Even though this is my daily I cannot wait to start adding goodies to it. I just have some questions and looking for suggestions for fitting 285/75/17's. I know that some cutting, BMC and possibly some spacers to start out along with whatever lift I decide to go with is for sure going to be needed. Basically trying to get an idea of anything that I might of missed even after all the hours I have spent on this forum lol.
Falken wildpeaks / fifteen52 tubomac HD classics (0 offset)
3'' Toytech boss vs ultimate? Icon ? others? with aftermarket UCA's of course.
eventually am going to add a front bumper ( Domello or similar )
with this added weight I'm also planning on doing a brake upgrade as well?
thanks a lot in advance guys!
:cheers:
2005 Sport 4x4 v6 with about 170K.
Even though this is my daily I cannot wait to start adding goodies to it. I just have some questions and looking for suggestions for fitting 285/75/17's. I know that some cutting, BMC and possibly some spacers to start out along with whatever lift I decide to go with is for sure going to be needed. Basically trying to get an idea of anything that I might of missed even after all the hours I have spent on this forum lol.
Falken wildpeaks / fifteen52 tubomac HD classics (0 offset)
3'' Toytech boss vs ultimate? Icon ? others? with aftermarket UCA's of course.
eventually am going to add a front bumper ( Domello or similar )
with this added weight I'm also planning on doing a brake upgrade as well?
thanks a lot in advance guys!
:cheers:
Soooo here is my plan, would love some feedback. I have a V8 with Shrockworks front bumper/winch & I have a drawer system so some load in the back.
-Keep my TRD Offroad 4x4 Taco springs
-Swap out front coils with 5100's @ 1.75" lift (and .25" spacer on drivers side)
-Replace rear shocks with 5100's
-Replace rear coils with the Wheelers T12
Any thoughts? I would like to get about 1.5" - 2" of lift in the front and 1.5" in the back.
-Keep my TRD Offroad 4x4 Taco springs
-Swap out front coils with 5100's @ 1.75" lift (and .25" spacer on drivers side)
-Replace rear shocks with 5100's
-Replace rear coils with the Wheelers T12
Any thoughts? I would like to get about 1.5" - 2" of lift in the front and 1.5" in the back.
Help
I have an 07 4runner with Bilstein 5100s all around. Front is set at 2.5” (3rd notch) and running with stock front coils. Rear is paired with a 1.5” spacer. I’ve been looking for a way to ‘smoothen’ out the ride as it is a little stiff for my taste. I’ve seen a lot of stuff about the OME front coil springs but from what I’ve read they only are meant to be used with Bilsteins set at the first notch or 0” position. Curious if anyone can help me out. I’m not looking to lift the truck anymore just a way to soften up the ride
I have an 07 4runner with Bilstein 5100s all around. Front is set at 2.5” (3rd notch) and running with stock front coils. Rear is paired with a 1.5” spacer. I’ve been looking for a way to ‘smoothen’ out the ride as it is a little stiff for my taste. I’ve seen a lot of stuff about the OME front coil springs but from what I’ve read they only are meant to be used with Bilsteins set at the first notch or 0” position. Curious if anyone can help me out. I’m not looking to lift the truck anymore just a way to soften up the ride
SeaTowner221
New member
Why not go with the OME Nitrocharger shocks? They are valved to match the coils and IMO they ride pretty well (at least to my tastes). They are also very beefy, which is nice.
GX460 suspension fitment for 4th gen
Hey Guys!
I've been a member here for a while and find all the information helpful. This is my first post on this forum. I have searched but cannot find the information I am looking for.
I have an '08 T4R 2WD SR5. Recently picked up a '17 GX460 with the intention of modding.
Question is, would the take off suspension from the GX fit the 4th gen? if not a direct fitment, then are there adapters or mods to make it work?
It would be nice since the shocks on the 4th gen are pretty worn out at 120K miles. If you know the answer or can point me in the direction with a link, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks guys!
Hey Guys!
I've been a member here for a while and find all the information helpful. This is my first post on this forum. I have searched but cannot find the information I am looking for.
I have an '08 T4R 2WD SR5. Recently picked up a '17 GX460 with the intention of modding.
Question is, would the take off suspension from the GX fit the 4th gen? if not a direct fitment, then are there adapters or mods to make it work?
It would be nice since the shocks on the 4th gen are pretty worn out at 120K miles. If you know the answer or can point me in the direction with a link, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks guys!
This one thread literally just answered every question I could have thought of and then some! I’m looking at buying a 2003 V8 Limited on Wednesday and was wondering about lift and tires, which will be my first two major mods. I’m finding more and more info on here than I could’ve ever thought of. One question; is it ok to add the beefier suspension ahead of adding armor? I don’t want to spend money on a lift then have to replace it 6 months or however soon after buying armor.
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sport2004
Member
interested in knowing what you ended up with, and especially what you are running in the rear to match...
I have almost the exact same set up on my '06 and have been wondering the same. Keep me posted if you come up with anything, I'll do the same...
I can tell you from my mistake (or rather lack of information with the kit) I set the 5100s on the last perch with the ome springs. The nose sat damn near a 5in lift and almost blew out both cv axles lol.
If you're after the carolina squat, then you can perch em up !
I ended up setting it not on the 0 perch position but the first and so far its been working out good. First pic was the last perch, second is how it sits now on the first perch
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Direwolf82
New member
It'll be fine getting the heavier suspension now, you'll just have to deal with a stiffer ride until the steel goes on the truck.
I personally will be going the other way, I'm making my armor and when the truck is done and loaded I'll weigh each corner, or at least the front and back. With all that info I'll call dobinson and get the correct springs and shocks first time. I do not want to have to put on a lift then buy more springs and swap them out if I don't have to. For the week or two I'll be on stock springs with extra weight I'll ride low, maybe wallow through a corner. But I'll drive like I expect that to happen and things will be just fine, no different than driving it around fully loaded for a camping and fishing trip.
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