‘87 FJ60 w/2” lift. Shock replacement

[imratz]

I currently have the OME 2” setup, but after running in the Mexican 1000, I need new shocks.
While down there it was recommended that I get the 5100’s in the front and 5160 series in the rear. (The local 4wd store said they didn’t have anything that would fit my rig)
I usually run with a storage/sleep system in the rear so there is the added weight to consider.
I do plan on entering the race again and putting it through the paces again all the while using it as a weekend driver.
Any help with part numbers/suggestions would be greatly appreciated

 

[g-man]

Check with Kurt @cruiseroutfit aka http://www.cruiseroutfitters.com/ these guys are very experienced with OME and suspension parts and can get you the right shocks. The lower pin that the rear shock mounts to has 2 different sizes and you need the right sized bushings.

 

[OSS]

I’ve run those same dirt roads numerous times over the decades (but not during the race).
My recommendation is add spacers to the bump stops otherwise breaking shock mounts almost becomes a certainty. You need the axles to slam on the bump stops before the shock bottoms out - otherwise shock anchor carnage ensues.
The most fragile parts are the rear shock upper cross tube studs. I broke mine decades ago on those same roads.