Rear coil conversion kit
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Rear coil conversion kit
Came across this today, bolt on, can use stock FJ Cruiser/4Runner springs or aftermarket lift springs, and the price is very fair.
http://forum.ih8mud.com/120-series-t...ml#post9001445
http://forum.ih8mud.com/120-series-t...ml#post9001445
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Came across this today, bolt on, can use stock FJ Cruiser/4Runner springs or aftermarket lift springs, and the price is very fair.
http://forum.ih8mud.com/120-series-t...ml#post9001445
http://forum.ih8mud.com/120-series-t...ml#post9001445
Maybe a welded in custom fabricated setup would be better for off-road.
I suppose you could weld this kit in.
Last edited by 470reasons; 01-07-14 at 06:31 PM.
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Lexus Champion
Came across this today, bolt on, can use stock FJ Cruiser/4Runner springs or aftermarket lift springs, and the price is very fair.
http://forum.ih8mud.com/120-series-t...ml#post9001445
http://forum.ih8mud.com/120-series-t...ml#post9001445
http://www.metaltech4x4.com/p-792-gx...=mt-gx470-4002
FYI, the OEM 4Runner isolators sell for $60 a piece:
Toyota Part Number: 4830235040
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Hey, RCsGX did you get the kit?
If so, what do you think of the quality?
I just found a shop that is less than .2 miles (point two!) miles from my home. This shop could make some if the Metal Tech's aren't all that great.
http://cncoffroad.com/
If so, what do you think of the quality?
I just found a shop that is less than .2 miles (point two!) miles from my home. This shop could make some if the Metal Tech's aren't all that great.
http://cncoffroad.com/
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Lexus Champion
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You guys are running into an issue where the rear suspension isn't adjusting to give you enough travel above the bump stops. My guess is you are riding slightly too low in the rear -- something that's easy to adjust DIY.
The height sensors should sense that the rear has lowered due the weight and compensate. If operating to spec, the rear never sags in these trucks. Pretty amazing.
I've hauled huge trailers along with a bunch of weight in the trunk and have never had a problem with ride quality.
I have, however, gone through a phase where the rear was a bit low and coupled w/weakening shocks it resulted in me randomly bouncing off of the bump stops (really rough ride). I solved it by raising the rear a bit, and replacing the OEM shocks.
Something to try that takes all of 10min: unplug the harness running to your rear shocks and see if you get better control in the rear. I'm running mine unplugged and find that the rear feels much more solid & better damped. Might be a useful stopgap solution for folks with aging OEM shocks. Mine aren't aging (only 20-30k on them), but I much prefer the predictable ride. I've essentially removed the "adaptive ride" from the rear. I still have the stiffness control in the front, which is occasionally useful.
The height sensors should sense that the rear has lowered due the weight and compensate. If operating to spec, the rear never sags in these trucks. Pretty amazing.
I've hauled huge trailers along with a bunch of weight in the trunk and have never had a problem with ride quality.
I have, however, gone through a phase where the rear was a bit low and coupled w/weakening shocks it resulted in me randomly bouncing off of the bump stops (really rough ride). I solved it by raising the rear a bit, and replacing the OEM shocks.
Something to try that takes all of 10min: unplug the harness running to your rear shocks and see if you get better control in the rear. I'm running mine unplugged and find that the rear feels much more solid & better damped. Might be a useful stopgap solution for folks with aging OEM shocks. Mine aren't aging (only 20-30k on them), but I much prefer the predictable ride. I've essentially removed the "adaptive ride" from the rear. I still have the stiffness control in the front, which is occasionally useful.
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You guys are running into an issue where the rear suspension isn't adjusting to give you enough travel above the bump stops. My guess is you are riding slightly too low in the rear -- something that's easy to adjust DIY.
The height sensors should sense that the rear has lowered due the weight and compensate. If operating to spec, the rear never sags in these trucks. Pretty amazing.
I have, however, gone through a phase where the rear was a bit low and coupled w/weakening shocks it resulted in me randomly bouncing off of the bump stops (really rough ride). I solved it by raising the rear a bit, and replacing the OEM shocks.
Something to try that takes all of 10min: unplug the harness running to your rear shocks and see if you get better control in the rear. I'm running mine unplugged and find that the rear feels much more solid & better damped. Might be a useful stopgap solution for folks with aging OEM shocks. Mine aren't aging (only 20-30k on them), but I much prefer the predictable ride. I've essentially removed the "adaptive ride" from the rear. I still have the stiffness control in the front, which is occasionally useful.
The height sensors should sense that the rear has lowered due the weight and compensate. If operating to spec, the rear never sags in these trucks. Pretty amazing.
I have, however, gone through a phase where the rear was a bit low and coupled w/weakening shocks it resulted in me randomly bouncing off of the bump stops (really rough ride). I solved it by raising the rear a bit, and replacing the OEM shocks.
Something to try that takes all of 10min: unplug the harness running to your rear shocks and see if you get better control in the rear. I'm running mine unplugged and find that the rear feels much more solid & better damped. Might be a useful stopgap solution for folks with aging OEM shocks. Mine aren't aging (only 20-30k on them), but I much prefer the predictable ride. I've essentially removed the "adaptive ride" from the rear. I still have the stiffness control in the front, which is occasionally useful.
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