installed OME 906 rear coils
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SnowLizard
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Just FYI, if you went 1999 coils, that would be a 1 inch lift over the other stock coils, and they fit like normal.. no shock change.
I just installed an icon stage 1 kit with OME 906 rear coils on my 1998 Limited. I noticed while installing two things: despite having a higher spring rate and being noted by OME as providing a 2" of lift (which they do) the 906's are shorter than the old OE springs. Because of this at full flex the passenger side spring loosens.
I bought these springs after researching on the net and after metal tech 4x4 recommended them for this setup. I don't plan on going full flex with this setup anytime soon it if it were to happen I'd rather my spring stayed firmly in tack.
Has anyone else run into this issue with the 906's?
I bought these springs after researching on the net and after metal tech 4x4 recommended them for this setup. I don't plan on going full flex with this setup anytime soon it if it were to happen I'd rather my spring stayed firmly in tack.
Has anyone else run into this issue with the 906's?
Scramble
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I dont think anyone here does any hardcore wheelin' with 906's. Most people use them on the street, mild lift/rake, to handle light towing & camping gear without sagging.
I have lightly used 906's & old 99 talls, I'll have to compare the uninstalled height to each other before I install the 906's in my Limited.
Kanoe
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I think your axle droop is limited by the shock you are running. Do you have stock length shocks still or a longer one?
I also have OME 906s with Icon rear shocks. The Icon 2.0 non-res rear shocks are about an inch longer extended length than stock, which adds extra droop travel and reduces preload at droop relative to a stock-length shock with the same springs.
I had slightly loose springs with this combo, so I added one OME trim packer (P/N 80PF10) per side, which gave me a just a bit of preload at full droop along with 10mm of extra rear lift. No clanks even when jacking up at full droop.
FYI: those Icon shocks also have a longer compressed length than stock (less than 1", but still longer), so you may want to look into extending or replacing your bump stops.
HighDesert4Banger
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To revive this thread, I'm just about to buy rear coils for my Icon 2.0 rears. Bilstein recommends stock coils or OME 906s. I suppose I could put 'em on now and then order the OME coils and spacers above? How are your rides holding up?
poleclimber63
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I went to 906's a couple of years ago...
I know I have a different shock to others here (I tried out the Rancho 9000XL adjustables) and I've been more than satisfied with the setup as a whole. When I first installed the Ranchos, I played with the adjustments and to my mild disappointment, found little difference in the adjustment range. If I was going to do the change now, I'd probably go for the Billes. However, when I changed out the rear springs, I had an immediate 1000% improvement! With my old springs (sagging), on moderate to harsh surfaces I was bottoming out which was quite jarring, to say the least! I confirmed this assumption about bottoming out, when I went to change out the springs-- the bump stops were worn. I've experienced very little change over the last 2 yrs in performance---- they handle rough roads very well and handle washboard without much fading. When I tow my sportboat, I have virtually no sag, and with the extra load the springs feel more firm (no bounce). I really love these springs. I think my overall ride and handling improved even more when I installed OME880's in the front--- they balanced the whole truck.
I know I have a different shock to others here (I tried out the Rancho 9000XL adjustables) and I've been more than satisfied with the setup as a whole. When I first installed the Ranchos, I played with the adjustments and to my mild disappointment, found little difference in the adjustment range. If I was going to do the change now, I'd probably go for the Billes. However, when I changed out the rear springs, I had an immediate 1000% improvement! With my old springs (sagging), on moderate to harsh surfaces I was bottoming out which was quite jarring, to say the least! I confirmed this assumption about bottoming out, when I went to change out the springs-- the bump stops were worn. I've experienced very little change over the last 2 yrs in performance---- they handle rough roads very well and handle washboard without much fading. When I tow my sportboat, I have virtually no sag, and with the extra load the springs feel more firm (no bounce). I really love these springs. I think my overall ride and handling improved even more when I installed OME880's in the front--- they balanced the whole truck.
HighDesert4Banger
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Thanks, man, that's useful info. I'll call Icon today to get a last recommendation, then prolly go ahead and order the 906s and trim packers mentioned above.
Also had same experience with new rear shocks/coils. When I changed out the shocks, there was a little difference, but when Toyota replaced my bump stops, coils and some other odds and ends a month later, man did I feel the difference.
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Hi all;
Been reading through number of posts here and reviews of ToyTec and still need some help picking one.
Been looking at ToyTec/ Blistein kit (https://www.toyteclifts.com/bk9602-3-lift-toytec-bilstein-kit-for-96-02-4runner.html) as Bilstein for the front end seems to be highly popular.
More I read, it seems the ToyTec Boss (https://www.toyteclifts.com/ttboss9602-boss-suspension-system-for-96-02-4runner.html) has also been really popular.
Have a '01 SR5 with 249k and still has original stocks and that rear sag is real. Need to update/upgrade stocks by next spring.
I have a rooftop tent that I keep on the car nearly all the time as the 4runner is the 'adventure/ camping- mobile' and its around 225lb that sits on top. Occasionally will pull 2 Jetskis if camping near a lake. When loaded with all that and camping gear on old stock shocks it sags more obviously with all the weight.
I wanted a leveling kit almost with new stock shocks and I wouldn't mind that, but if I am going to pay around $1k for stock, may as well get something that I want more (small lift). I see the Blistons are adjustable, how easy are they to adjust really? I want the car to be level with the tent top loaded on top and not have that sag.
Recommendations/ thoughts? Post links if you can please. And sorry if I am missing lots as I am trying to get into understanding everything! When 906' and tall 99' are mentioned still trying to follow and figure out exactly what is meant so sorry if I am seeming blind.
Been reading through number of posts here and reviews of ToyTec and still need some help picking one.
Been looking at ToyTec/ Blistein kit (https://www.toyteclifts.com/bk9602-3-lift-toytec-bilstein-kit-for-96-02-4runner.html) as Bilstein for the front end seems to be highly popular.
More I read, it seems the ToyTec Boss (https://www.toyteclifts.com/ttboss9602-boss-suspension-system-for-96-02-4runner.html) has also been really popular.
Have a '01 SR5 with 249k and still has original stocks and that rear sag is real. Need to update/upgrade stocks by next spring.
I have a rooftop tent that I keep on the car nearly all the time as the 4runner is the 'adventure/ camping- mobile' and its around 225lb that sits on top. Occasionally will pull 2 Jetskis if camping near a lake. When loaded with all that and camping gear on old stock shocks it sags more obviously with all the weight.
I wanted a leveling kit almost with new stock shocks and I wouldn't mind that, but if I am going to pay around $1k for stock, may as well get something that I want more (small lift). I see the Blistons are adjustable, how easy are they to adjust really? I want the car to be level with the tent top loaded on top and not have that sag.
Recommendations/ thoughts? Post links if you can please. And sorry if I am missing lots as I am trying to get into understanding everything! When 906' and tall 99' are mentioned still trying to follow and figure out exactly what is meant so sorry if I am seeming blind.
HighDesert4Banger
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OME 906s and Icon 2.0 rears installed-killer ride
Got the rear of the lift installed yesterday; 906s, 10mm trim packers both sides and the used Icon 2.0 rears. Feels phenomenal on road and in the 6" of snow I woke up to (WTF?), still bumpy off road, but not too stiff at all. I love the combo at least for its first hours of existence.
I was at 20.5" mid wheel well to fender (no flares), now 23-23.5 inches, hard to tell with my unscientific measuring and parking downhill. Feels great, makes the leak in my rear diff more obvious.:rant:
I bought the Icon coilover adjustment key for the fronts that I'll try and keep at 2.5 or so for level or tiny rake.
Got the rear of the lift installed yesterday; 906s, 10mm trim packers both sides and the used Icon 2.0 rears. Feels phenomenal on road and in the 6" of snow I woke up to (WTF?), still bumpy off road, but not too stiff at all. I love the combo at least for its first hours of existence.
I was at 20.5" mid wheel well to fender (no flares), now 23-23.5 inches, hard to tell with my unscientific measuring and parking downhill. Feels great, makes the leak in my rear diff more obvious.:rant:
I bought the Icon coilover adjustment key for the fronts that I'll try and keep at 2.5 or so for level or tiny rake.
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So my rear is sagging on my 02 Sport, 160k on the clock. Hitting bump stops on potholes, etc. And I keep 150 lbs of tools in the back so I was riding on rubber.
Being new at this , I went and bought new shocks, Rancho 5000 series. Now I realize I should've bought springs. Now that I have these 5000's and they are two months old, I can't justify replacing them, so I need a set of springs to match.
The guy at Rancho said their shocks will handle a spring that is 2" above stock height.
My spring choice has been narrowed down to OME 906 or 99 talls, each of which I think will match the shocks 2" requirement. I have stock in front and will eventually need to replace that set up as well, I'm sure.
Question: Since we don't wheel hard, just offroad some and exploring in 4WD, and since I keep the 150 lbs in back (with plans to add a 100 lb sleeping/storage unit) and tow a small popup camper once a year or so...
OME 906 or 99 talls?
Being new at this , I went and bought new shocks, Rancho 5000 series. Now I realize I should've bought springs. Now that I have these 5000's and they are two months old, I can't justify replacing them, so I need a set of springs to match.
The guy at Rancho said their shocks will handle a spring that is 2" above stock height.
My spring choice has been narrowed down to OME 906 or 99 talls, each of which I think will match the shocks 2" requirement. I have stock in front and will eventually need to replace that set up as well, I'm sure.
Question: Since we don't wheel hard, just offroad some and exploring in 4WD, and since I keep the 150 lbs in back (with plans to add a 100 lb sleeping/storage unit) and tow a small popup camper once a year or so...
OME 906 or 99 talls?
SnowLizard
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FYI - I have a set of 906s for sale in the T4R Classifieds.
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Mindomission
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I like a little rake, and don't think 1.5" rake is excessive. It all depends how much lift the 906 actually gives you- obviously.
Some have reported the 906 being pretty firm- maybe even harsh- but the shocks have a huge impact on ride as well, so take that with a grain of salt.
I know nothing about the KYB, but I loved the Bilstein 5100 with my Superflex coils, and HATE the ride with Bilstein 4600- so I know first-hand shock choice is extremely important.
This is with my front fender 38 1/8", and rear at 40" even-
So, basically 2" of rake, and- personally- I don't think it looks excessive at all.
Very nice looking ride Tyler! What size tires help with you ground-to-fender dimensions?
Mindomission
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What size tires gave you that ground-to-fender distance? Can you measure to the center of the hub? Nice clean ride!
You quoted something from 2010 from a user that hasn't been on since 2015. I wouldn't expect an answer
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