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Old 05-06-2004, 07:18 AM
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Hello fellow 4Runner fanatics. I have a 3rd gen that I am itching to modify. My first concern is the stock suspension. I have seen lots of post concerning Bils and I wanted to know if you all think that they are the best aftermarket product for the 4Runner. I never go offroad (waste of the majesty that is 4Runner, I know) and my lower back is getting tired of the harsh ride. I recently had a set of Yokohama Geolandar HT/S installed (265 70 R16). They are great tires and I want a good set of shocks to take advantage of them. Any advice on this matter is greatly appreciated.
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welcome.

stick with the stock suspension then .. bils will firm up the ride.
you'll hear this over and over again .. "its a truck, it rides like a truck"

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Thanks for the welcome, and that's a good point. What do you think about the Ranchos with adjustable rebound and compression? Here's the link: http://www.gorancho.com/Flash_dial_a_ride.stm
Anyone have these installed or heard anything about them?
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Welcome to the board! How about some pics
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Welcome! It's true the Bilsteins are stiffer, but the road characteristics and handling are better than stock (if this concerns you at all). I have no comment on the Rancho's as I haven't heard much on them myslef. Good luck and again wlecome aboard.
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Originally Posted by RnNcklsn
Thanks for the welcome, and that's a good point. What do you think about the Ranchos with adjustable rebound and compression? Here's the link: http://www.gorancho.com/Flash_dial_a_ride.stm
Anyone have these installed or heard anything about them?
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I don't think those will help you much .. no matter what you do its still going to have a hard suspension. The adjustable ranchos increase the firmness so that you can go off road or tow a load .. not become softer then factory ones.
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