84 4Runner improving ride quality..

[kvncortez]

Hey,

I have a 1984 4Runner w/ 305,000 miles still running strong only complaint is the ride quality is TERRIBLE. Its so stiff i cant hit a speed bump going over 10mph. I know that the solid axle is contributing to the stiffness but would i notice much improvment if i got new shock absorbers?

Thanks,
Kevin

 

[fourwd1]

At 305K, the original suspesion would be totally shot. Shocks won't last more than 100K, springs maybe 200K.

You more than likely need all new shocks and springs.

If you want a really good ride, better than stock new, go with an Old Man Emu suspension. Pricy, but the best.

 

[yotatilla]

the best thing that you could possibly do to make the ride qualitly better would be to trade me that one for my 86 IFS runner