Replacement Kits Rear Shocks/Suspension
03-28-13, 08:39 PM
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Do not waste your money on the sensor... is not your sensors! I have to resale mines...https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx4...ight-rear.html
Last edited by angelslex; 03-28-13 at 08:46 PM.
03-29-13, 06:36 AM
#17
There are three links to different brands on this thread. Anyone have any input on them. The Arnott Industries seem the priciest, but can't beat a good set of Belstiens. Anyone try the other brands or have an opportunity to compare side by side?
04-05-13, 11:55 AM
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This might be a stupid question, but do you lose the comfort-sport-etc setting adjustability when you replace the original struts with aftermarket suspension kits like the Arnott or the Bilstein?
04-05-13, 01:08 PM
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Ah, won't respond to the first part, but if you replace the shocks with non electronic dampening system, you would would be unable to make any electronic changes to the shock settings. You are left with just a plain old fashioned shock...
04-08-13, 01:37 PM
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I appreciate your discretion. My next question is whether anybody makes an aftermarket electronic shock system that is compatible with the Lexus ride control switch or whether you only retain the ability to adjust with OEM Lexus electronic shocks?
04-08-13, 04:50 PM
#21
I would bet Lexus has the market cornered on its electronic shock. I have never seen or heard of any aftermarket company that makes an OEM comparable shock.
04-08-13, 04:50 PM
#22
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You can stick with OEM, or convert to a regular shock like the 4runner and FJ Cruiser use. There is no aftermarket electronic adjustable shocks that will work with the factory Lexus electronics.
04-18-13, 10:53 AM
#24
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After all of my reading and research and almost dumping the truck out of frustration, I finally discovered the real issue plaging my truck and it was a leacky air spring. Sure seemed like the sensors, since I would raise the backend and all would be fine for a while. The leak ended up being around the very top of the airbag, so when I raised the rear of the truck, with the switch or hight control modules, it would pinch the leaky section and all would be fine for a while. Mostly, till the truck was in cooler weather. Once the truck sould sit and the pressure would drop, the problem would start up again. Totally makes sence now
I opted for new air springs instead of the spring conversion and now the truck rides like I remember it. Solid, yet controlled. The old air springs were definitely showing their stress, but I'm really glad I didn't ignore the issue and burn up my pump. I don't tow, but opted to keep the truck stock. It seems a full blown offroad conversion is far better that the somewhat half baked solutions being offered. None of the companies offering the spring conversions could offer any information about bracket requirements others have listed and said there are no issues. Looking at the posting on this site and others, that's clearly not the case and failure to install some type of retention system could prove a huge mistake.
It just seemed easier to remove the guesswork for myself and any future buyers, if I decide to sell the truck someday to keep it stock.
Just thought I would add this to the thread, if someone else could benefit.
I opted for new air springs instead of the spring conversion and now the truck rides like I remember it. Solid, yet controlled. The old air springs were definitely showing their stress, but I'm really glad I didn't ignore the issue and burn up my pump. I don't tow, but opted to keep the truck stock. It seems a full blown offroad conversion is far better that the somewhat half baked solutions being offered. None of the companies offering the spring conversions could offer any information about bracket requirements others have listed and said there are no issues. Looking at the posting on this site and others, that's clearly not the case and failure to install some type of retention system could prove a huge mistake.
It just seemed easier to remove the guesswork for myself and any future buyers, if I decide to sell the truck someday to keep it stock.
Just thought I would add this to the thread, if someone else could benefit.
08-02-13, 04:17 PM
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After all of my reading and research and almost dumping the truck out of frustration, I finally discovered the real issue plaging my truck and it was a leacky air spring. Sure seemed like the sensors, since I would raise the backend and all would be fine for a while. The leak ended up being around the very top of the airbag, so when I raised the rear of the truck, with the switch or hight control modules, it would pinch the leaky section and all would be fine for a while. Mostly, till the truck was in cooler weather. Once the truck sould sit and the pressure would drop, the problem would start up again. Totally makes sence now
I opted for new air springs instead of the spring conversion and now the truck rides like I remember it. Solid, yet controlled. The old air springs were definitely showing their stress, but I'm really glad I didn't ignore the issue and burn up my pump. I don't tow, but opted to keep the truck stock. It seems a full blown offroad conversion is far better that the somewhat half baked solutions being offered. None of the companies offering the spring conversions could offer any information about bracket requirements others have listed and said there are no issues. Looking at the posting on this site and others, that's clearly not the case and failure to install some type of retention system could prove a huge mistake.
It just seemed easier to remove the guesswork for myself and any future buyers, if I decide to sell the truck someday to keep it stock.
Just thought I would add this to the thread, if someone else could benefit.
I opted for new air springs instead of the spring conversion and now the truck rides like I remember it. Solid, yet controlled. The old air springs were definitely showing their stress, but I'm really glad I didn't ignore the issue and burn up my pump. I don't tow, but opted to keep the truck stock. It seems a full blown offroad conversion is far better that the somewhat half baked solutions being offered. None of the companies offering the spring conversions could offer any information about bracket requirements others have listed and said there are no issues. Looking at the posting on this site and others, that's clearly not the case and failure to install some type of retention system could prove a huge mistake.
It just seemed easier to remove the guesswork for myself and any future buyers, if I decide to sell the truck someday to keep it stock.
Just thought I would add this to the thread, if someone else could benefit.
08-02-13, 04:25 PM
#26
Same issue here. I had my mechanic spend an hour with a spray bottle filled with sudsy water looking at the air lines, airbags, compressor etc. we didn't find anything. My guess is because of the dust shield that blocks the whole upper half of the airbag we were not able to spray and see/check the tops. My question is how did you finally find the leak? Did you have to remove it first to test?
08-02-13, 06:10 PM
#27
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We were testing with the airbags fully inflated and the truck at its highest position. I happened to discover it after moving the truck to its lowest position, then bouncing up and down on the back bumper. In my case, no soap was required. I could clearly hear the air escape at the top of the bag and moving around the dust cover would change its pitch.
05-01-15, 08:17 PM
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