sn_85
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It's right there on the website under Snorkels...
Dobinsons 4x4 Snorkel Kit for Toyota 4Runner 5th Gen 2010-2019 4.0L V6 – Dobinsons Direct
Dobinsons 5th Gen T4R Suspension options - from Exit Offroad
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It's right there on the website under Snorkels...
Dobinsons 4x4 Snorkel Kit for Toyota 4Runner 5th Gen 2010-2019 4.0L V6 – Dobinsons Direct
ThinblueMN
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Just verifying I’m going with 5100 all around with the c59-296 (1.5 inch lift) up front and c59- 323 in the rear will raise the front to make it almost level. I didn’t like how the front was lower in the front when I used the stock 4 runner springs all around.
Diff Drop supplied parts question:
We got the lift and diff drop on Saturday, but I was wondering a few things after install.
The kit included 10 spacers (2 for diff, 4 for front skid, and 4 for ???) and 8 bolts - 4 for skid drop and 2 + 2 more for the diff in two lengths.
I think we used the shorter "longer diff bolts", being its a SR5. Assuming the longer ones were for TRD skids or otherwise
What were the other (4) spacers for? The second skid? It's definitely offset now compared to the front skid, but there were only (4) longer skid mount bolts supplied. Was the kit supposed to include an extra (4) skid bolts to drop the middle panel too?
Lastly, thoughts on using the skid at the front diff for a center jack point now. I'm guessing I need to remove the skid each time to be able to do that now, since it'd crush otherwise.
The truck looks and rides GREAT by the way. Love my choices that you all helped with.
We got the lift and diff drop on Saturday, but I was wondering a few things after install.
The kit included 10 spacers (2 for diff, 4 for front skid, and 4 for ???) and 8 bolts - 4 for skid drop and 2 + 2 more for the diff in two lengths.
I think we used the shorter "longer diff bolts", being its a SR5. Assuming the longer ones were for TRD skids or otherwise
What were the other (4) spacers for? The second skid? It's definitely offset now compared to the front skid, but there were only (4) longer skid mount bolts supplied. Was the kit supposed to include an extra (4) skid bolts to drop the middle panel too?
Lastly, thoughts on using the skid at the front diff for a center jack point now. I'm guessing I need to remove the skid each time to be able to do that now, since it'd crush otherwise.
The truck looks and rides GREAT by the way. Love my choices that you all helped with.
Crikeymike
Senior Member
Sounds like you got 4 bonus spacers that shouldn't be in the box.
It comes with 2 length long bolts due to various vehicle fitment.
No, not a good idea to Jack from the skid plate, especially after adding spacers as it would crush inwards most likely.
Appreciate it!
TacoJuan
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I’m about to pull the trigger on the same lift... did you have any running issues with the 285s? I was thinking about running the 275s to avoid any potential rubbing.
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@jrfordlandia
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I installed 285‘s before the lift, and had a decent amount of rub in the front and back of the front tires. After I installed the lift and had it realigned, no rubbing. And no BMC. Good luck
SpeedyKevin
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I know the GS59-575 rear LT shocks cant be used with KDSS but if one were to have the Sonoran Steel KDSS tracbar, would it work?
ridefast
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Dobinsons 5th Gen T4R Suspension options - lots of choices
Awww man I’m sorry I didn’t get back to you sooner.
I has minor rubbing on the front bumper clip and zero rubbing on the BM. Easy fix to front bumper clip with a power multitool. I have FN six shooters. Id contribute the zero rubbing to wheel choices and uca selection. As for castor I got 3.8 and I drive straight and stable.
I am adding a lopro bumper and winch and hoping I can add a 1/4 top plate spacer to bring my front back up. But we will see.
As for tire size I am super happy with my k02 e rated 285s. My spedo is damn near .5 of a mph off. Of course I took a slight hit to in town mpg but who cares, highway average stayed the same.
Awww man I’m sorry I didn’t get back to you sooner.
I has minor rubbing on the front bumper clip and zero rubbing on the BM. Easy fix to front bumper clip with a power multitool. I have FN six shooters. Id contribute the zero rubbing to wheel choices and uca selection. As for castor I got 3.8 and I drive straight and stable.
I am adding a lopro bumper and winch and hoping I can add a 1/4 top plate spacer to bring my front back up. But we will see.
As for tire size I am super happy with my k02 e rated 285s. My spedo is damn near .5 of a mph off. Of course I took a slight hit to in town mpg but who cares, highway average stayed the same.
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Rightside Up
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[MENTION=148378]Crikeymike[/MENTION] Hi Mike, any more info on this new setup?
Crikeymike
Senior Member
Still waiting for all the stock to arrive so that we will be able to sell it for all the major models. But here's the lowdown.
10 stage high speed compression adjustment
20 stage slow speed compression adjustment
15 stage rebound adjustment
On the struts, rebound adjustment is from the top stud, quite simple to get to above the strut tower.
On the shocks, rebound adjustment is in the lower mount.
High and slow speed adjustment is both handled at the reservoir front and rear.
All in all, they look a lot like the standard MRR shocks we have had for some time, but they include full swivel fittings on the reservoir hose, both ends, to avoid it becoming loose and ease of installation and orientation. But with all the adjustment, you could literally tighten them up so much to essentially stop all movement or soften then up to suit it however you like. The range of adjustment is massive which is excellent for those going from no load to heavy loads, or those that want it softer on the highway than while offroad.
4runners will still not use a piggy back mount for the reservoir.
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Thank you! when you said "4runners will still not use a piggy back mount for the reservoir," did you mean it will be mounted on the chassis vs the strut?
I have KDSS with full metal front bumper and would like to go with the 3" lift. Would you suggest 3" front-heavy duty and 2" rear-heavy duty? I would like to keep it level as much as possible but want to prevent reverse rake when all loaded up in the rear for our trips.
matoolie
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philmeok
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Can you elaborate on this a little? I was told if doing a self install for the rear, its suggested to keep a jack under the rear KDSS piston. Do you have anything to add to this? I haven't found much on the site and I'm just trying to get a better understand. Thank you
Crikeymike
Senior Member
You can't assemble them without a strut coil compressor. the coils are too long to use the "do it without the compressor tool" installation.
From the bare stud, upwards
Washer
Bushing
Locating washer
Strut plate
Top bushing
Top washer
Top nut
Edit, scroll down on this page to download the sequence diagram
Instructions – Dobinsons Direct
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Crikeymike
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No, not at all. They're built with components to last as long as possible. there are heaps of guys running MRR's for years without a rebuild.
