couple quick SS 1.2 questions
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weekendclimber
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If I remember correctly, when I added in assembled front shocks with the billys it was worth the extra few bucks to make it the "rebuildable" kit with the RadFlo 2.0 coilovers. It is also easier to adjust them since you don't have to tear it down to adjust the perch on the RadFlo's.
BrianSD_42
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Definitely go with the true OEM Land Cruiser shocks in the rear. Not the Bilsteins.
For the front I have the adjustable Bilstien shocks with Tundra coils. I suggest that if you will be adding ANY weight to the front in the next 2 years you go UP ONE NOTCH over Steve's default instructions.
My ride was great at his defaults until I added an ARB bumper to the front and it sagged. The ARB barely weighs 40lbs more than a stock bumper.
So if you have any plans for new bumper, skids or winch in the front then definitely go up (just one) one notch in the front.
For the front I have the adjustable Bilstien shocks with Tundra coils. I suggest that if you will be adding ANY weight to the front in the next 2 years you go UP ONE NOTCH over Steve's default instructions.
My ride was great at his defaults until I added an ARB bumper to the front and it sagged. The ARB barely weighs 40lbs more than a stock bumper.
So if you have any plans for new bumper, skids or winch in the front then definitely go up (just one) one notch in the front.
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SIN-Japan
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I went with bilsteins in Front and Rear and had Steve assemble them, made for a much faster install and no reuse of the stock top-hat and such.
The bilsteins in the rear ride great, no complaints.
SS is an awesome company, you will not be disappointed either way you go.
The kit looks awesome on my '97 Surf
The bilsteins in the rear ride great, no complaints.
SS is an awesome company, you will not be disappointed either way you go.
The kit looks awesome on my '97 Surf
