OEM Front Shocks - P/N Question on "extras"

[GregLCA]

I was planning to buy a set of new front OEM shocks for my 2001 LC today, but hit a strange issue.

My understanding was that the process is simple. Just order:

48511-69625 (around $40 ea)

...and that should be the shock with all the necessary nuts, and bushings to do the job.

The local shop then quoted me a bunch of "extras" that they claim are also needed:

90948-02176 Retainer (x2 @ $11.03 ea)
90948-02182 Retainer (x2 @ $13.34 ea)
90948-02174 Retainer (x4 @ $14.85 ea)

This kind of caught me off-guard, especially since these "retainers" actually add up to over $108!!! That's more than the shocks themselves cost!

Anyway, I was wondering if anyone can clarify if these parts are really needed or if I'll get everything I need just by ordering the complete shock part number (48511-69625)?? I checked the TLCFAQ already, and now I'm trying to decode those part numbers on the OlatheToyota.com website


Thanks!

-G

 

[pavieSD]

You don't need to replace the plates unless they are deformed for some reason. The bushings come with the shocks. CDan did mention there was a spacer on the rear that needed to be added into my order when I got all new stock shocks, but it was only in the rear and I don't recall them being more then 5 bucks each.

I believe the reason for the spacers on my rear shocks only was due to the OEM shocks being updated in new model years and mine being a model year 2000. I'd check with CDan to be sure if you even need those.

 

[OregonLC]

^this.

The only thing I would add is that even for aftermarket shocks that come with centering washers I would do my best to re-use the stock. They're very robust. You may, however, need to pre-load the bushing a bit buy pushing up on the LCA/axle to get the nut started as the OE washers are thick...