Polyurethane body mount bushings?

Mad Chemist · 03-19-2005, 03:59 PM

Going to be installing 4crawler 1" body lift tomorrow. Its too late for me to order them now, but I may go back at some point and install polyurethane body mount bushings. Anybody done this on their 3rd gen, and noticed any difference?

Arnold · 03-19-2005, 04:54 PM

I don't have a 3rd gen Runner but I installed 'em in my '86 truck when installing Roger B's bodylift and noticed the ride was a little more stiff and harsh. It bothered me enough that I re-installed the stock rubber bushings.

4RunnerFever · 03-19-2005, 05:50 PM

Where are you sourcing these mounts? Last time I checked 4Crawler didn't have body mounts for the 3rd gen. Let us know if you find them

Mad Chemist · 03-19-2005, 06:24 PM

http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...l#PolyBushings

Although they're not listed as a product by a specific manufacturer, Roger has them listed on his site, he must have recently put together his own kit (see #7, "picture pending").

4RunnerFever · 03-20-2005, 05:10 AM

cool!

4Crawler · 03-20-2005, 09:12 AM

I have the 3rd gen bushing kit picture up now:

Shown combined with a 1" body lift.

More info:

http://www.4Crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...l#PolyBushings

So far have 2 kits out there, both just recently installed. Have not had any feedback on ride quality.

I found my 1st gen poly bushings improved the ride quality. It was different than stock, you do get more high frequency vibration transfered to the body, but you don't have as much rattling and shuddering since the poly ties the body to the frame more securely. So it is a bit of a tradeoff, you get a little more "road feel" on pavement, but off-road it is a much quieter, solid ride:

http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/CheapTri...shtml#Bushings

jarheadpike · 05-23-2008, 06:59 PM

I have this kit installed on my 1998 Runner since (Feb 08) and think they have increased (although marginal in my opinion) my ride quality. I took one look at the stockies and decided to go ahead and replace them simply b/c
1. They needed to be replaced at some point (I plan on keeping this ride for another 100K miles)
2. I was already ripping it apart for the BL install so why not?!?!

just my 2 cents

***waskillywabbit*** · 05-23-2008, 07:28 PM

Holy revival of an ancient thread batman!

DeathCougar · 05-23-2008, 07:36 PM

What ever happened to David anyways? He disappered several years ago, and I have not heard from the Chemist since.

***Corey*** · 05-23-2008, 07:53 PM

Not sure.
I know WATRD banned him from wattora for some reason.

DeathCougar · 05-23-2008, 08:34 PM

Didn't really seem like a rabble rouser to me, was always a very respectful guy when I met him.

Bighead · 05-24-2008, 05:27 AM

He was on 'Mud for a while...I think he was building up a 40-series.

Vermejo · 05-24-2008, 06:07 AM

EDIT

on’t mind me as I quietly make my way out of this reunion. Seems I missed the date on a dusty thread.

***Corey*** · 05-24-2008, 06:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeathCougar

Didn't really seem like a rabble rouser to me, was always a very respectful guy when I met him.

You do not have to be a rebel to get banned from over there.
I am banned from there too, and I did absolutely nothing to get banned.

Mad Chemist · 05-24-2008, 10:34 AM

I'm alive!

Around the time I got banned from WATTORA, I got alot more into 'cruisers- I'll have to post some pics of my other ride. Corey shot me an email just recently, which reminded me it had been a long time since I visited the site.

Hope everybody is well, and once I'm done building the exhaust for my 40, hope to see some of you on the trail!

***Corey*** · 05-24-2008, 10:52 AM

Nice to see you back David.
Hope all is well, and looking forward to seeing some pics of your new rig.

DeathCougar · 05-24-2008, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mad Chemist

I'm alive!

Around the time I got banned from WATTORA, I got alot more into 'cruisers- I'll have to post some pics of my other ride. Corey shot me an email just recently, which reminded me it had been a long time since I visited the site.

Hope everybody is well, and once I'm done building the exhaust for my 40, hope to see some of you on the trail!

3 years and he comes back!!! I have resurected a dead man!!!

btw how did you possibly get banned from TTORA? YOu dont strike me as that type of guy.

JBSTRD · 05-24-2008, 06:17 PM

Hey David! Long time, no see. I miss you and Jackson on the trails. We will have to hook up sometime with a couple other WA guys and go wheeling. I'd love to see the FJ40.

Jason

03-19-2005, 03:59 PM	#1 (permalink)
Mad Chemist Contributing Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 2,871	Polyurethane body mount bushings? Going to be installing 4crawler 1" body lift tomorrow. Its too late for me to order them now, but I may go back at some point and install polyurethane body mount bushings. Anybody done this on their 3rd gen, and noticed any difference? __________________ -David '98 4Runner: SAW/OME lift, TJM bumper, Warn M8000 winch, Hayden tranny cooler, Trail Carnage front and belly skid plates, PIAA fogs, Rock lights, 33" MT's on Tech1 Rockcrawler rims, Lars sway bar discos, Sonoran bumpstops and rear bumper, RB 1" body lift, Daystar front bumpstops '73 FJ40: 327 SBC, York, Dual Batteries, custom tire carrier, Corbeau Baja SS bucket seats, Bestop top. TLCA#14428

03-19-2005, 04:54 PM	#2 (permalink)
Arnold Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Stanwood, WA Posts: 701	I don't have a 3rd gen Runner but I installed 'em in my '86 truck when installing Roger B's bodylift and noticed the ride was a little more stiff and harsh. It bothered me enough that I re-installed the stock rubber bushings. __________________ My Photo Albums

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4RunnerFever Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Boone, NC Posts: 890	Where are you sourcing these mounts? Last time I checked 4Crawler didn't have body mounts for the 3rd gen. Let us know if you find them __________________ 2004 Tacoma Double Cab, TRD Off-Road, PIAA fogs, ARE Shell, Yakima, etc. 4RunnerFever _______ GBNF: 1998-3rd Gen-4Runner, SR5, 4WD, TRD Supercharger, TRD Cat-Back, 3-inch Revtek Suspension Lift, 285/75-16 Revos, 4Crawler Offroad 1" body lift, Sonoran Trac Bar, Hayden Cooler, Hood Scoop, 'Outback' Mod, Optima 34R, Amsoil, Yakima, PIAA, etc. Sold to Mastacox.

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Mad Chemist Contributing Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 2,871	http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...l#PolyBushings Although they're not listed as a product by a specific manufacturer, Roger has them listed on his site, he must have recently put together his own kit (see #7, "picture pending"). __________________ -David '98 4Runner: SAW/OME lift, TJM bumper, Warn M8000 winch, Hayden tranny cooler, Trail Carnage front and belly skid plates, PIAA fogs, Rock lights, 33" MT's on Tech1 Rockcrawler rims, Lars sway bar discos, Sonoran bumpstops and rear bumper, RB 1" body lift, Daystar front bumpstops '73 FJ40: 327 SBC, York, Dual Batteries, custom tire carrier, Corbeau Baja SS bucket seats, Bestop top. TLCA#14428

03-20-2005, 05:10 AM	#5 (permalink)
4RunnerFever Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Boone, NC Posts: 890	cool! __________________ 2004 Tacoma Double Cab, TRD Off-Road, PIAA fogs, ARE Shell, Yakima, etc. 4RunnerFever _______ GBNF: 1998-3rd Gen-4Runner, SR5, 4WD, TRD Supercharger, TRD Cat-Back, 3-inch Revtek Suspension Lift, 285/75-16 Revos, 4Crawler Offroad 1" body lift, Sonoran Trac Bar, Hayden Cooler, Hood Scoop, 'Outback' Mod, Optima 34R, Amsoil, Yakima, PIAA, etc. Sold to Mastacox.

03-20-2005, 09:12 AM	#6 (permalink)
4Crawler Contributing Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Posts: 6,212	I have the 3rd gen bushing kit picture up now: Shown combined with a 1" body lift. More info: http://www.4Crawler.com/4x4/ForSale/...l#PolyBushings So far have 2 kits out there, both just recently installed. Have not had any feedback on ride quality. I found my 1st gen poly bushings improved the ride quality. It was different than stock, you do get more high frequency vibration transfered to the body, but you don't have as much rattling and shuddering since the poly ties the body to the frame more securely. So it is a bit of a tradeoff, you get a little more "road feel" on pavement, but off-road it is a much quieter, solid ride: http://www.4crawler.com/4x4/CheapTri...shtml#Bushings __________________ 1985 Toyota 4Runner SR-5, 22REC engine, dual t-cases, 4.88 gears, dual ARBs, 33x10.50 BFGs. r.c.brown@ieee.org TruckEditor@tlca.org Project: 4Crawler 4Crawler OffRoad Gettin'Off 4WD Club

05-23-2008, 06:59 PM	#7 (permalink)
jarheadpike Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pierre, SD Posts: 5	I have this kit installed on my 1998 Runner since (Feb 08) and think they have increased (although marginal in my opinion) my ride quality. I took one look at the stockies and decided to go ahead and replace them simply b/c 1. They needed to be replaced at some point (I plan on keeping this ride for another 100K miles) 2. I was already ripping it apart for the BL install so why not?!?! just my 2 cents Last edited by jarheadpike : 05-23-2008 at 07:02 PM.

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Mad Chemist Contributing Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 2,871	I'm alive! Around the time I got banned from WATTORA, I got alot more into 'cruisers- I'll have to post some pics of my other ride. Corey shot me an email just recently, which reminded me it had been a long time since I visited the site. Hope everybody is well, and once I'm done building the exhaust for my 40, hope to see some of you on the trail! __________________ -David '98 4Runner: SAW/OME lift, TJM bumper, Warn M8000 winch, Hayden tranny cooler, Trail Carnage front and belly skid plates, PIAA fogs, Rock lights, 33" MT's on Tech1 Rockcrawler rims, Lars sway bar discos, Sonoran bumpstops and rear bumper, RB 1" body lift, Daystar front bumpstops '73 FJ40: 327 SBC, York, Dual Batteries, custom tire carrier, Corbeau Baja SS bucket seats, Bestop top. TLCA#14428

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*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,765	Nice to see you back David. Hope all is well, and looking forward to seeing some pics of your new rig. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

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JBSTRD Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: WA Posts: 113	Hey David! Long time, no see. I miss you and Jackson on the trails. We will have to hook up sometime with a couple other WA guys and go wheeling. I'd love to see the FJ40. Jason __________________ 1998 TRD Limited, ARB Bullbar, Donahoe Coilovers, 33" Baja Claw Radials, Flowmaster 40, HID Headlights, Budbuilt Skids, Custom Sliders, Safari Snorkel, Yellow Top Optima, Empty Wallet Mod

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