OME 861 coils Do i need to use the OEM cone bumpstop?

[89hatcher]

as the tile says, do I need to use the factory cone bumpstop when installing OME 861 coils?

 

[mtbtim]

No, you don't. But I just installed a set of 861s and decided to use the cone bump stops for a little extra lift. I changed from LC 7 wraps which were not cutting it for the aftermarket bumper and weight I carry on trips. I pretty much had little to no up travel. I haven't tested out the 861s just yet but I'm hoping to see plenty of up travel available now when I load down for my next trip.

One thing to note is the diameter of the coil is a little bigger than OEM so it doesn't fit as tight into the mount on the axle housing. It works fine. I just figured I'd mention that to you since you'll notice what I'm talking about when you install them.

 

[TotalAutomotiveLV]

This is a good question.

Seeing this a Landcruiser, Front Coil, and not spec'd for a 4Runner, it will be great to hear from members on this install.

ARB Tech Support will not chime in on this install.

Typically, OME Coils are designed to work with Factory bump stops.

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[Tyler James Inc]

It would be a good insurance policy. If you're loaded up with gear, and hit something that causes your suspension to load to the point the bump stops would hit, I would rather have those hit than my tires to my quarters.
That said, I have mine out to reduce ride height as much as possible with my Superflex coils. I also replaced my hard frame bumps with a set of progressives from [MENTION=146407]Plastics guy[/MENTION].
Unless there is a reason you want them out, I would keep them in.

 

[89hatcher]

It would be a good insurance policy. If you're loaded up with gear, and hit something that causes your suspension to load to the point the bump stops would hit, I would rather have those hit than my tires to my quarters.
That said, I have mine out to reduce ride height as much as possible with my Superflex coils. I also replaced my hard frame bumps with a set of progressives from [MENTION=146407]Plastics guy[/MENTION].
Unless there is a reason you want them out, I would keep them in.

I'm going to be running the extended hard frame bump stops from [MENTION=146407]Plastics guy[/MENTION]

 

[Road Bull]

I also went from LC 7 wraps in the back ran without the OEM cone isolators to OME 861's with OEM cone isolaters.

As far as actual bump stops go, I am running the Sonoran Steel extended bump stops that are offered with his 1.2 rear lifts. They seem to work just fine. The 861's have plenty of flex. They will flex to bump stops no problem.

I would suggest putting them back in. It wont hurt anything. They may keep extra coil chatter down too.

 

[Plastics guy]

I'm going to be running the extended hard frame bump stops from [MENTION=146407]Plastics guy[/MENTION]

You wont be disappointed!!!

You can run the factory cone for added lift if you would like or run with out it. My bump stop works with both options.

 

[89hatcher]

You wont be disappointed!!!

You can run the factory cone for added lift if you would like or run with out it. My bump stop works with both options.

thanks! I was also wondering for the front bump stops do I put it in the front or rear of the LCA?

 

[Scramble]

I took mine out when I did my axle swap & the rake with my 8 wraps dropped about an inch. I'm an idiot because I have a SW rear bumper on order & I'm gonna need that extra lift. If I get any banging noises on my next offroad adventure I'll be really pissed at myself.

 

[Plastics guy]

thanks! I was also wondering for the front bump stops do I put it in the front or rear of the LCA?

Rear of the LCA. If you put them in the front you will reduce your suspensions uptravel.

How to install your bump stops:
Step 1: Remove old bumps located at rear of LCA with channel locks.

Step 2: Take a scraper and clean any mud/ debris from the LCA.

Step 3: Drop provided bolt into the new front bump stops and coat the threads with Loctite thread locker provided in the mounting kit.

Step 4: Install new bump stops in factory location with supplied flange bolt using a 14mm deep socket. The notch in the casting should be facing the wheel. Tighten the bolt to 30 inlb.

Step 5: Repeat on the other side.

Please Note: Bump stop is designed to replace the rear bump stop on the LCA only. The front OEM bump stop on the LCA will remain in place.

 

[89hatcher]

Rear of the LCA. If you put them in the front you will reduce your suspensions uptravel.

How to install your bump stops:
Step 1: Remove old bumps located at rear of LCA with channel locks.

Step 2: Take a scraper and clean any mud/ debris from the LCA.

Step 3: Drop provided bolt into the new front bump stops and coat the threads with Loctite thread locker provided in the mounting kit.

Step 4: Install new bump stops in factory location with supplied flange bolt using a 14mm deep socket. The notch in the casting should be facing the wheel. Tighten the bolt to 30 inlb.

Step 5: Repeat on the other side.

Please Note: Bump stop is designed to replace the rear bump stop on the LCA only. The front OEM bump stop on the LCA will remain in place.

I have your order version front bumpstops which position do they go on?

 

[Plastics guy]

I have your order version front bumpstops which position do they go on?

Everything will be the same, except the V1 does not have the round base with the nice locator notch built in. The Thickset portion of the Hex shaped base faces toward the wheel on each side.

 

[Unner]

You can go with or without them. I've been without them on 861's for 45k miles with no problems. Like others said, you'll get a little more lift with them, but that's about it. You will almost definitely never use them as a bump stop with 861's in there.