Replacement shocks for stocker

[caz]

Hi All,

I am in the market for new shocks for my GX. It is not lifted, nor do I plan to lift it any time soon.

Can anyone recommend a replacement shock for it? I can just buy new shocks while still having air suspension in the rear, correct?

Thanks,
Andy

 

[JLee]

You'll need OEM-replacement shocks to retain the adjustable suspension. You may be able to find a free/cheap set someone's taking off when lifting.

A-1 CARDONE has them for ~$210/ea and OEM is ~$175 front and ~$534 rear.

 

[caz]

I should have noted that I don't care to retain the adjustable suspension. I just want good performing standard shocks for a good price!

Having worked in the engineering department at Cardone when they first began remanufacturing shocks, I don't think I would ever buy a remanufactured shock from them!! Granted, it has been 20 years, but still....

 

[langsen]

I replaced my rear shocks with 4Runner shocks 48530-80372 about 30,000 miles ago, they seem ok and are cheap. I replaced the front shocks with OEM since they are not super expensive (the actuators are a separate part, unlike the rear shocks).

If you have experience in remanufacturing shocks, I think it should be possible to drain and refill the oil on the stock shocks.

 

[SHERMAN FJ62]

Are the OE front shocks rebuildable

I replaced my rear shocks with 4Runner shocks 48530-80372 about 30,000 miles ago, they seem ok and are cheap. I replaced the front shocks with OEM since they are not super expensive (the actuators are a separate part, unlike the rear shocks).

If you have experience in remanufacturing shocks, I think it should be possible to drain and refill the oil on the stock shocks.

 

[caz]

I ended up buying kyb shocks for a 4runner. They should be here next week. I'll try to remember to update once installed.

Also installing new tie rods, lower a arms with cam bolts and steering rack bellows.

 

[langsen]

Are the OE front shocks rebuildable

Not officially, no. It seems possible to refill the oil but I don't think it would be possible to replace any of the internal parts without spending more time and money than it would cost to buy a new shock.