Shock advice (1 Viewer)

[KANE]

My 97' LX450 has 170,000 miles on it and it is time for new shocks. I'm considering a small lift, but was wondering could I get new shocks now and use the same shocks with a 2 inch lift? Which shocks should I go with.? 95% road use and 5% trail.

Thanks in advance

 

[jtwopark]

refresh with factory shocks

 

[KANE]

Can I use the Land Cruiser shocks with the LX450 springs without ill effect? I was never keen on the way the LXs road...sloppy

 

[NLXTACY]

Can I use the Land Cruiser shocks with the LX450 springs without ill effect? I was never keen on the way the LXs road...sloppy

No issues.

 

[jtwopark]

yes they will fit but will stiffen the ride about 30%

 

[NLXTACY]

yes they will fit but will stiffen the ride about 30%

Maybe, but I think that effect is coupled with the springs.

 

[jtwopark]

you are right...nlx

 

[jtwopark]

but the lc shocks definitely feels stiffer

 

[KANE]

Will the factory shocks work with a 2" lift?

 

[Qball]

Will the factory shocks work with a 2" lift?

Yes they will work, that's why you don't need anything but springs or spacers for a 2 inch lift. Although I had to get caster even with factory height springs but that could be just my rig.

Keep in mind it will only get you a lift and it will not increase articulation or anything. But for easy trail/service road running it works great and get you extra clearance along with some 33s...or bigger.

 

[86tuning]

Go with the best shocks you can afford.

Or stick with genuine Toyota shocks if you're on a budget.