AmyRW

I just bought a '98 4Runner SR5 and it bounces me all over the place. I'm used to driving a '04 Nissan Armada that is so smooth. What can I do to make this '98 a smoother riding vehicle. I know I need new tires anyway and that will make some difference, but I'd honestly like to have the ride of my Nissan if possible (or as close as I can get). Any suggestions???

__________________
'98 4Runner SR5 2WD 4 Cyl., 152,xxx mi.

Upgraded '99 Limited Leather seats 1/2 done
Working on '99 cup holder mod. w/ blue illumination

“The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.”- Psalm 14:1

cackalak han

New tires won't do much. You will need to swap out the whole suspension system (struts, shocks & springs). Are you wanting a lift at the same time? OME kits are good. Check out rocky-road.com or trdparts4u

__________________
01 Tacoma DC TRD OR 4x4

Dare44

get new shocks, mine doesnt bounce but it is pretty stiff with the Old Man Emu nitrocharger shocks

__________________
1997 Toyota 4x4 SR5 4runner
3.4 auto
Toytec 3 inch coil spring Lift
Trail Gear Rock Sliders
Maxxis Bighorn M/T's
Amp Custom Rims
Cobra CB, 5ft Firestik
KC Daylighters
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3008195

Near Future List
Bumpers
Lockers
1st Gen Roll Bar
Winning the Lottery?

X-AWDriver

I'd stick with OEM (Tokico shocks) which means it still won't ride like your Armada which is solely designed for the street. I've also heard Monroe Sensa-trac shocks are pretty soft for a 4Runner.

__________________
'99 4Runner Highlander 4wd
E-locker,rear diff and deckplate mod * 265/75/16 Nitto TerraGrapplers * Yakima Load Warrior rack * clear corners/signals * Tacoma skidplate * Silverstar lamps/fogs
Alpine CDA-9831,Bazooka EL Series 250w amp,MTX 10" sub

AmyRW

So, it's going to be a little costly?! If a lift gives me a better ride that is fine, but it's not a requirement for me.

__________________
'98 4Runner SR5 2WD 4 Cyl., 152,xxx mi.

Upgraded '99 Limited Leather seats 1/2 done
Working on '99 cup holder mod. w/ blue illumination

“The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.”- Psalm 14:1

Dare44

with my toytec lift, it is new, it rides better altho u have to slow down more for cornering. i didnt lift it to be a race car tho.

__________________
1997 Toyota 4x4 SR5 4runner
3.4 auto
Toytec 3 inch coil spring Lift
Trail Gear Rock Sliders
Maxxis Bighorn M/T's
Amp Custom Rims
Cobra CB, 5ft Firestik
KC Daylighters
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3008195

Near Future List
Bumpers
Lockers
1st Gen Roll Bar
Winning the Lottery?

blarchitect

Sonoran Steel SYSTEM 3.0 KIT is $550 for all shocks and springs. OEM 1999 parts which should give you 1/2 to 1" lift over your 98 (if 4wd. 1.5" to 2" on a 2WD)
http://www.sonoransteel.com/store_co..._liftkits.html

dirtypuke

what i have noticed if i run more air presure (35psi) it makes my 4runner ride like a tank but i get better mpg, but if i run 28 psi it really smooths it out. i have 265 75 16 michelin ATs though. tires make a huge difference depending on load ranges and rubber compounds.

AmyRW

I've got 31x10.50r15LT 109Q on it right now.

__________________
'98 4Runner SR5 2WD 4 Cyl., 152,xxx mi.

Upgraded '99 Limited Leather seats 1/2 done
Working on '99 cup holder mod. w/ blue illumination

“The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.”- Psalm 14:1

X-AWDriver

Yikes,prices have gone up;just two years ago I bought my whole '99 setup for around $410 shipped from Conicelli Toyota and even their price is now $544.

__________________
'99 4Runner Highlander 4wd
E-locker,rear diff and deckplate mod * 265/75/16 Nitto TerraGrapplers * Yakima Load Warrior rack * clear corners/signals * Tacoma skidplate * Silverstar lamps/fogs
Alpine CDA-9831,Bazooka EL Series 250w amp,MTX 10" sub

thmpr

I was planning to go to the 99 suspension route, but what I have found through researching with people who has this set up and over the internet is that it still bottom out with the extra 1/2" to an 1" increase thus I went for SS system 7.2 for comfort and rideability.

AmyRW

My husband did let some air out of the tires and it has helped. It was riding like a brick - even killing us over the cracks in the road. My husband was looking Rancho shocks, potentially the quick-lift. Does anyone have any advice or thoughts on this?

__________________
'98 4Runner SR5 2WD 4 Cyl., 152,xxx mi.

Upgraded '99 Limited Leather seats 1/2 done
Working on '99 cup holder mod. w/ blue illumination

“The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.”- Psalm 14:1

mpavolka

The springs you have are going to be pretty soft, the best and least expensive way to achieve a better ride only would be to get new shocks. Shocks go bad on a regular basis and would lead to the bouncing around, and if yours are stock, ten years is pretty old. Rancho shocks are decent but they will not ride the best, they are fairly stiff, Bilstiens are very good and even stiffer. My advice would be to go with Tokico Trekmasters, they will give you a better ride on and off road with more stock ride feel.

__________________
99' 4Runner SR5 5spd 3.4L
Sonoran Steel 7.1/7.2/OME891
Previous Vehicles: 1985 4x4, 1990 4Runner

cackalak han

Check out the "Comfort" shocks/struts and springs from OME.

__________________
01 Tacoma DC TRD OR 4x4

AmyRW

Thanks all for the advice. I certainly don't want to be disappointed by a stiff ride after changing the shocks!! I guess I've been spoiled by my Armada!!!

__________________
'98 4Runner SR5 2WD 4 Cyl., 152,xxx mi.

Upgraded '99 Limited Leather seats 1/2 done
Working on '99 cup holder mod. w/ blue illumination

“The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good.”- Psalm 14:1