LX470 with Strutmaster AHC delete and OME Torsion Bars - off road capable? (1 Viewer)

[GuitarsandMopars]

I recently picked up a 2003 LX470. The previous owner had a Lexus dealer install the Strut Master AHC delete kit--at least I assume it is the whole kit--it has Strut Master shocks. I checked the torsion bars, and they are Old Man Emu. It has stock wheels and tires.

This is my first truck. I would like to take it off road, starting with easy trails without risk of dragging, etc. My question is whether my vehicle with its current set up is trail ready. I see that there is little love for the Strut Master kit, but I'm hoping it is okay since the torsion bars have been upgraded.

I realize that, even if my setup is sufficient, I need to give it a thorough inspection before hitting the trail. I'm sure there's a thread on that somewhere.

Thanks in advance for any feedback.

 

[dbleon]

You’re good.. The shocks will be less than optimal but it will be just fine

 

[suprarx7nut]

The strut masters kit is notorious because it's incomplete. Since you have the torsion bars, it's been made "complete". Unless it's got a front steel bumper, the OME bars are probably too much spring for your vehicle, but you can off-road to your heart's content. Factory Toyota shocks and the normal LC torsion bars would be an improvement, but not a requirement.