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Toyota 2nd Gen 4Runner Coil Spring Spacers and Panhard Drop Brackets
Toyota 2nd Gen 4Runner Coil Spring Spacers and Panhard Drop Brackets
Replacing rear coils
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Thanks, HJ, but I found some of those. I was wondering specifically about the axle-end bracket.
Not that it would be hard to lift the LSPV sensor a couple inches, but why move two things when you can move one? Genius!
Not that it would be hard to lift the LSPV sensor a couple inches, but why move two things when you can move one? Genius!
I see the difference now, but I have never seen or heard of this aftermarket part you describe. Post up if you find it.
I know when I had my 90 4Runner, I used to see Eibach advertising replacement rear coils that would eliminate sag. Don't know much about Eibach, but they might be an alternative to look at also.
OME makes good products, so you can't go wrong there either.
OME makes good products, so you can't go wrong there either.
My situation seems appropriate for this thread so continuing....
I put LC 80 series springs in the rear of my 95 4runner along with the panhard bar drop bracket. Initially, I was satisfied as the springs achieved the desired lift and I was ready to put BJ spacers on the front to level it out. Unfortunately, after wheeling it one weekend, everything settled and now the truck is level with the front again and the front IFS is stock. Went from 37.5" at the wheel well to 36.0". Makes no sense. I have a lot of weight on the rear, but the weight has been consistent since before the install. Stout Equipment rear bumper/tire carrier etc.
So now I am thinking of OME 80 series lift springs, maybe 864s. Truck is running 32s and I want 33s under it. Thoughts?
I put LC 80 series springs in the rear of my 95 4runner along with the panhard bar drop bracket. Initially, I was satisfied as the springs achieved the desired lift and I was ready to put BJ spacers on the front to level it out. Unfortunately, after wheeling it one weekend, everything settled and now the truck is level with the front again and the front IFS is stock. Went from 37.5" at the wheel well to 36.0". Makes no sense. I have a lot of weight on the rear, but the weight has been consistent since before the install. Stout Equipment rear bumper/tire carrier etc.
So now I am thinking of OME 80 series lift springs, maybe 864s. Truck is running 32s and I want 33s under it. Thoughts?
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The thing about the 80 series coils is although they will initially give a lift, the minute you throw in a bunch of gear and wheel, they'll sag out just like the original springs.
Aside from aftermarket coils I'll keep beating this drum..
FJC rear coils are the exact diameter and wind as the aftermarkets and easily available. I have a set on my 4Runner and love them for their purpose. Be advised though, as they're a thicker diameter you loose some comfort, but I feel it's used off-road and should handle a little more like a truck.
Aside from aftermarket coils I'll keep beating this drum..
FJC rear coils are the exact diameter and wind as the aftermarkets and easily available. I have a set on my 4Runner and love them for their purpose. Be advised though, as they're a thicker diameter you loose some comfort, but I feel it's used off-road and should handle a little more like a truck.
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The '80 springs are nice because the spring rate isn't much higher than stock, so ride/flex well on a close to stock weight rig. If your rig is heavy, higher spring rate maybe needed.
How much does your rig weigh? My experience with 864's is they give ~4.5" of lift on a stock weight (~5000lb) cruiser, even with full bumper, sliders, load of gear, etc my buddies "80 is stiff with them. Depending on weight you would probably be better off with 860 or 862 coils?
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How much does your rig weigh? My experience with 864's is they give ~4.5" of lift on a stock weight (~5000lb) cruiser, even with full bumper, sliders, load of gear, etc my buddies "80 is stiff with them. Depending on weight you would probably be better off with 860 or 862 coils?
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Found out the hard way. I was basing this decision on info from this site. Seems they load their trucks too and didn't discuss any sagging issue. Toyota 4WD Surf Owners :: Index
Tried this first as I had the originals out of my wife's FJC. Pretty sure they did nothing and took it back out immediately.
Thanks for the warning on the 864s. I looked at that table and numbers before and figured I would go all in with the 864s. Will go with something less 860, 861, 862, or 863. I'll think about it a little more.
4runner rear coil help!!
I have a 90 4runner with a 4" Pro Comp sus lift and 35's. The rear sags and it rubs when I am doing any offroad touring. Can you let me know exactly which coils you are talking about and where to get 'em? Thanks in advance.
I have a 90 4runner with a 4" Pro Comp sus lift and 35's. The rear sags and it rubs when I am doing any offroad touring. Can you let me know exactly which coils you are talking about and where to get 'em? Thanks in advance.
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^ Why do I know who this is and hope it's a legitimate post and sale going on? Reason is I thought that you had vehicles up for sale,here and here? You going to invest in it and hold onto it then? Reply to me via youtube and confirm things, b/c if it's who I think this is "How're things in the Pow-Pow? 
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The lift with the FJC coils or 80 coils refers to use with the factory setup, not with the bracket lift I believe Pro-Comp uses. For that type of situation it could be easily remedied by using some 4Crawler, or similar coil pocket spacers. They replace the upper 1/4" thick piece with a larger one. The reason i suggest these is i am unaware of what length and spec coils the Pro Comp lift used for the kit you have. If the factory setup is intact and you need to understand what I did, look at the Nov. '09 ROTM in this forum, it's in there.
ie: Toyota 2nd Gen 4Runner Coil Spring Spacers and Panhard Drop Brackets
Also, when specifically are you getting rubbing, what is the width of the tires and what is the backspacing, all things that can create rub.
**Maybe it's just me but if you're running IFS still I would look into an eventual upgrade to a SAS and leaf spring setup to cut down the excessive wear you're going to see (are seeing) if you wheel much. Better clearances, etc.
"The lift with the FJC coils or 80 coils refers to use with the factory setup, not with the bracket lift I believe Pro-Comp uses. For that type of situation it could be easily remedied by using some 4Crawler, or similar coil pocket spacers. They replace the upper 1/4" thick piece with a larger one. The reason i suggest these is i am unaware of what length and spec coils the Pro Comp lift used for the kit you have. If the factory setup is intact and you need to understand what I did, look at the Nov. '09 ROTM in this forum, it's in there.
ie: Toyota 2nd Gen 4Runner Coil Spring Spacers and Panhard Drop Brackets
Also, when specifically are you getting rubbing, what is the width of the tires and what is the backspacing, all things that can create rub.
**Maybe it's just me but if you're running IFS still I would look into an eventual upgrade to a SAS and leaf spring setup to cut down the excessive wear you're going to see (are seeing) if you wheel much. Better clearances, etc.
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