Dobinsons 5th Gen T4R Suspension options - from Exit Offroad
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C4 Fabrication
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Very informative thread Mike! I am excited to get some of your products added to our website. And for the record, I love the color of the Dobinson's springs, unique for sure!
Crikeymike
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[MENTION=113049]rochmpr[/MENTION] is now running our C59-677V coils on the rear of his heavy-rear 5th Gen. You can read about it here:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/2724914-post268.html
And see videos of the flex here:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/2724973-post269.html
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/2724914-post268.html
And see videos of the flex here:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/2724973-post269.html
If anyone is interested in purchasing a 3 in lift kit from Dobinsons but doesn't want to pay full price, I'm selling mine that I never even installed. Decided after it sat in my garage for 45 days that it wasn't practical anymore, and I'm past the return policy. CLICK HERE for a link to the post in the For Sale section.
SoFloT4Run
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Hey Mike, I have a 2014 RWD Sr5 4runner. I'm looking to do a mild lift in the front to level it with the stock rear.
Do you offer coil springs that can achieve this look?
Crikeymike
Senior Member
I'm sure we have springs that can do it, we would just have to figure out which ones.
Is your truck a V6 or V8? Any extra weight on the front, or is it all stock bumper and everything up there? Using stock struts, or aftermarket?
SoFloT4Run
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4.0L V6, all stock. I would like to replace the front shocks as well in order to eliminate some of the nose dive these trucks are known for.
I mostly want to level it with the rear which would stay stock. Its my daily transportation so I don't want to go too crazy on it.
Crikeymike
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OK. Best not to go too high then. GS59-700's with C59-300 would be my suggestion. That would be 1.75" over stock height on the front, give or take a bit only because yours isn't a 4x4.
Crikeymike
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Yeah, they're supposed to ship next week, so we're about 45-55 days out, and estimated price will be $550 per pair with ball joints included. We will be finalizing the price soon, but definitely under $600 to start.
SoFloT4Run
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That sounds pretty good. Is there any reputable shops nearby that can do the install and the alignment?
Do you offer any discounts to forum members?
Crikeymike
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Yes, there are a few to choose from. Dalto Shop Miami can do the install and they have an alignment machine on site, so they can do the whole deal for you. Not everyone has an alignment rack down here though.
I'll quote you through PM.
Crikeymike
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[MENTION=46748]4boer2[/MENTION] bought a cool combo of parts a few weeks back and installed it last weekend. He was looking for the best ride quality but getting the softest valved options we have, resulting in the lowest cost and best riding suspension we can give for a lighter weight 5th Gen.
Up front, he got the C59-238 low height coils and had us preassemble those on the GS59-574 struts (softer valved than the GS59-700).
On the rear, running the C59-325 coils with the soft valved GS59-705 coils.
Now I just need him to jump on here and post some photos hopefully with those awesome Rocky Mountains in the background, and some of his own words of the results!!
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/2738431-post80.html
Up front, he got the C59-238 low height coils and had us preassemble those on the GS59-574 struts (softer valved than the GS59-700).
On the rear, running the C59-325 coils with the soft valved GS59-705 coils.
Now I just need him to jump on here and post some photos hopefully with those awesome Rocky Mountains in the background, and some of his own words of the results!!
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/2738431-post80.html
Front Coil Options, without KDSS.
C59-238 - Stock front end, low height lift, 0.75-1.0" lift. 375/375mm, 17mm wire, 586LB
C59-300 - Stock front end load, 1.75" lift. 385/385mm, 17mm wire, 586LB
C59-302 - 100-220LBS heavy load front weight, 2" lift. 395/395mm, 17mm wire, 586LB
C59-302 - Stock front end load, 2.5" lift (or comfort option C59-448 for 3" lift). 395/395mm, 17mm wire, 586LB
Why is the part number the same?
C59-238 - Stock front end, low height lift, 0.75-1.0" lift. 375/375mm, 17mm wire, 586LB
C59-300 - Stock front end load, 1.75" lift. 385/385mm, 17mm wire, 586LB
C59-302 - 100-220LBS heavy load front weight, 2" lift. 395/395mm, 17mm wire, 586LB
C59-302 - Stock front end load, 2.5" lift (or comfort option C59-448 for 3" lift). 395/395mm, 17mm wire, 586LB
Why is the part number the same?
Crikeymike
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Based on the weight added to the front, the lift height is different. I have sold a lot of 302 coils for those that want 2.5" of lift with a stock weight front end, but those same coils can handle the extra weight of a bumper and winch, and ride at just 2".
Simpleman74
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did this ever pan out? If I could get black or gray coils I would be all over it.
Crikeymike
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No, not so far. Only 2-3 people talked about it I think.
The C59-302 and C59-505 coils seem to be the best middle ground to do this, but it can only be 1 front and 1 rear, and they would all have to be presold before making the order. Stocking multiple colors isn't an option.
Simpleman74
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302 is what I would want
I'm interested in hearing how this one turned out. I'm in the same boat-I want to keep the "feel" of the stock suspension but hate the nose dive. Would also like to upgrade tires and wheels, so having a little lift to size up would be nice.
