Nominal upgrade to 02 LTD 4WD 4runner
06-09-2009, 05:14 PM
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The problem you see is why I went with 890s in the rear. Its been almost a year and no sag at all, and a wonderful ride when paired to the trekkmasters. Heck, it even rides well will with load range D 285 ATs. Hopefully, you like your setup, but if it starts to sag, throw some 890s back there and never look back.
06-09-2009, 05:36 PM
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06-17-2009, 04:51 PM
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Update after two weeks
Hello. A brief update after a couple weeks of driving and 500 miles (four trips to the beach carrying 150 lbs of scuba gear).
1) The very slight axle shift in the rear is almost negligible at this point - not worth doing anything about and certainly not worth putting in an adjustable track bar.
2) The rear has not settled any that I can tell, although I would assume much more time is needed for that.
3) If I had to do it again, I would of gone with the comfort shocks simply for the smoother ride. However, the non-comfort are close to my old Bilstein HD shocks, so I am used to it. They DO control sway and lean very well, I must admit.
4) The truck is almost 100% level, even with all my scuba junk in the back. I am towing a 3400 lb boat 3 hours to the beach this weekend, so will definitely see how things go with that.
5) I am still thinking of ordering the 880's for the front just to put them in and see what it looks like. Although I am not sure if the 906's will ever sag as much as the weak factory springs, since I am level now I definitely do not want to go back to a negative rake. Plus, to be honest, the front end is a bit high for my taste and dropping it just 10 mm might be just the ticket.
6) The alignment went very well despite squeaking in the caster, and it drives straight and narrow at low and high speeds. I also do not notice the slight rumble anymore, although I may just be used to it now.
7)If anyone is interested, I have my Bilstein HD's available for sale. They have about ~20K miles on them at best, so are in great shape. PM me if interested and I will come up with a price.
Well - that is all for now. If I like the 880's I will put the 881's up for sale - practically new!
I look forward to your feedback. Thanks!
1) The very slight axle shift in the rear is almost negligible at this point - not worth doing anything about and certainly not worth putting in an adjustable track bar.
2) The rear has not settled any that I can tell, although I would assume much more time is needed for that.
3) If I had to do it again, I would of gone with the comfort shocks simply for the smoother ride. However, the non-comfort are close to my old Bilstein HD shocks, so I am used to it. They DO control sway and lean very well, I must admit.
4) The truck is almost 100% level, even with all my scuba junk in the back. I am towing a 3400 lb boat 3 hours to the beach this weekend, so will definitely see how things go with that.
5) I am still thinking of ordering the 880's for the front just to put them in and see what it looks like. Although I am not sure if the 906's will ever sag as much as the weak factory springs, since I am level now I definitely do not want to go back to a negative rake. Plus, to be honest, the front end is a bit high for my taste and dropping it just 10 mm might be just the ticket.
6) The alignment went very well despite squeaking in the caster, and it drives straight and narrow at low and high speeds. I also do not notice the slight rumble anymore, although I may just be used to it now.
7)If anyone is interested, I have my Bilstein HD's available for sale. They have about ~20K miles on them at best, so are in great shape. PM me if interested and I will come up with a price.
Well - that is all for now. If I like the 880's I will put the 881's up for sale - practically new!
I look forward to your feedback. Thanks!
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