MatthewMcD
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OK, I'll ask about it. They don't ship until tomorrow.
Seeking Advice for Suspension Upgrade
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RevISK
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Mine needed exactly 4* on my old setup and my D’bagginson’s put me at the same place initially, measured for 4*.
Consequently, my 62, which was a lift, needed exactly 4* as well.
RevISK
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Also, one of the best things I did for stability in steering aside from toe in which you’ll need to address as well.
@GA Architect did you run shims on your OME springs?
Absolutely, and they are generally included in the kits where necessary. I'll take a peak at your kit when I'm at the shop tomorrow.
2° Aluminum (made by Old Man Emu)
Aluminum Caster Shims (Pair - 2*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x OME Leaf Spring Applications (OMECW2)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
cruiserteq.com
2° Steel (Bolt-In)
Steel Caster Shims (Pair - 2*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x 2.75" Wide Applications (SUSCW2PAIR)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
cruiserteq.com
4° Steel (Bolt-In)
Steel Caster Shims (Pair - 4*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x 2.75" Wide Applications (SUSCW4PAIR)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
cruiserteq.com
6° Steel (Bolt-In)
Steel Caster Shims (Pair - 6*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x 2.75" Wide Applications (SUSCW6PAIR)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
cruiserteq.com
RevISK
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I also have extended shackles
Well s***!Absolutely, and they are generally included in the kits where necessary. I'll take a peak at your kit when I'm at the shop tomorrow.
2° Aluminum (made by Old Man Emu)
Aluminum Caster Shims (Pair - 2*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x OME Leaf Spring Applications (OMECW2)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
2° Steel (Bolt-In)
Steel Caster Shims (Pair - 2*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x 2.75" Wide Applications (SUSCW2PAIR)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
4° Steel (Bolt-In)
Steel Caster Shims (Pair - 4*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x 2.75" Wide Applications (SUSCW4PAIR)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
6° Steel (Bolt-In)
Steel Caster Shims (Pair - 6*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x 2.75" Wide Applications (SUSCW6PAIR)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
MatthewMcD
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Thanks Kurt, I shot an email over to Chance asking the same question.Absolutely, and they are generally included in the kits where necessary. I'll take a peak at your kit when I'm at the shop tomorrow.
2° Aluminum (made by Old Man Emu)
Aluminum Caster Shims (Pair - 2*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x OME Leaf Spring Applications (OMECW2)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
2° Steel (Bolt-In)
Steel Caster Shims (Pair - 2*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x 2.75" Wide Applications (SUSCW2PAIR)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
4° Steel (Bolt-In)
Steel Caster Shims (Pair - 4*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x 2.75" Wide Applications (SUSCW4PAIR)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
6° Steel (Bolt-In)
Steel Caster Shims (Pair - 6*) - Fits 4x/5x/6x/7x 2.75" Wide Applications (SUSCW6PAIR)
Steel Caster Shims for Toyota Land Cruiser
Let me know.
RevISK
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Now you’re just flirting
RevISK
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There is a very simple way to measure for this that may seem like voodoo at first. I’ll bet we can even anticipate what you might need based on where you are now and what kit you’re getting.
You really don’t want to be be going in there more than you have to for several reasons, mainly because it kind of sucks without a lift.
Add Toe In and you’ll have a new truck.
There is no better riding fj40 suspension than the Dobinsons IMS
Head and shoulders the best.
Head and shoulders the best.
jim land
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on or off road?
For those asking if you “need” caster correction shims with a 2.5” kit.
I say yes. Toyota only gives you 1* positive caster stock.
Any mod and you lost the Tiny bit of positive caster you had.
4* is great. 3* is good. Whatever you end up with it will track better than no caster shims.
I say yes. Toyota only gives you 1* positive caster stock.
Any mod and you lost the Tiny bit of positive caster you had.
4* is great. 3* is good. Whatever you end up with it will track better than no caster shims.
Both in my opinion.
Green Bean
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For what it is worth...we have a 2-1/2" OME medium lift (from Cruiser Outfitters; thank you Kurt). Went back later and added the 4* shims and noticed an improvement in the road manners. Had to drill the spring packs for a larger pins.
Looks like something else I need to purchase now. Good thing it will be an easy install. Will I have to change the pin as well?
This s*** gets better and better. Look for my cruiser in the classifieds
