Got a LC100 2006 model. Was planing to change the OEM shocks, i might go with the Dobinsons IMS ones. My query is should i change the springs as well. I am not looking for any additional lift to the car. I
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Springs do not wear out, they last the lifetime of the vehicle
I'm going to follow this, because I replaced the shocks in my 2006 at around 210k miles with new OEM shocks, and weirdly feel absolutely zero difference in ride quality.
Everything I read is they do little to nothing if your AHC is working correctly.
I do not have AHC, thus replacing the original shocks.
That's weird, I though all 06-07 LC's had ahc. Was it removed at some point?
No, it was an option.
Ok gotcha. I was under the impression that it was special order only. Honestly though the oem shocks last a long time. If they're not leaking then you're probably not going to feel a difference at all. If you want to keep the original ride quality and you're not going off roading then I would go with oem every time. With the aftermarket brands you'll feel a difference as most of them are valved more towards a cruiser with more weight than stock.
I guess your shocks weren't bad.
Only if you plan on adding more weight or your vehicle is sagging in the rear. You can measure from the center of your rim / hub straight up to the fender lip..
I think stock ride height would show like, 20ish inches? Might be able to poke around and find the exact figure. If I recall right, measuring this way you should see like - Front - 18.5-19" Rear 20"
<1" of difference between the two for ideal rake of the vehicle. Rear slightly higher than the front
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I have purchased ARB Old Emu Nitro charger plus shock… mine is a non AHC model… i was curious if i need to change the coil as well in the rear. My car is in stock condition as of now and not carrying additional weight at the rear
Received mixed opinion regarding changing coil.. some suggesting that coil needs to be changed to get the full performance out of the new shocks.. some suggesting to keep the OEM spring if additional lift is not required
Received mixed opinion regarding changing coil.. some suggesting that coil needs to be changed to get the full performance out of the new shocks.. some suggesting to keep the OEM spring if additional lift is not required
If your not carrying additional weight , and your original springs aren't sagging there is no need to change ..
If your rear end is sagging or your increase your load higher than stock then you can beef up the spring
