Springs?

97Runner · 02-07-2007, 07:55 PM

i have a rough ride in my fairly new to me 97 4runner. speed bumps/mountains(the big ones) are very rough unless i go very slowly over them. also going over them at an angle helps a bit. I have the stock springs although i do have the new style bump stops. when i took it in for the recall only the new stops were put on(no new springs since its a 2WD). i was hoping the springs would be replaced which is what i believe would solve the very rough ride. i have brand new tokicos shocks btw. I understand taht this is an SUV and a rough ride is expected but i just feel that the stoppers hit to early or something like that. So i need suggestions on the cure for this. i think i need new springs... possibly PP springs or "99 AWD springs? I just want the near cheapest option that will help and last

SC4Runner · 02-07-2007, 08:26 PM

Yeah, I'd go with some 4wd springs or something...I'm sure there are plenty of people here would sell them to you for cheap.

97Runner · 02-08-2007, 04:54 AM

would used ones not be saggin already so it would be just like it already is?

emptypockets · 02-08-2007, 05:04 AM

Most 3rd gen rear springs will be pretty well broken in by now, so ride height should stay the same. Look for 96-99 springs if you want to go a little taller in the rear (~1") or 00-02 springs for basically stock height. New springs will give a little more height first until they're sagged out.

gpcollen1 · 02-08-2007, 06:59 AM

I have my 99 springs for sale - had a couple of bites but nobody took them. Fronts are complete with KYB Monomax shocks. Rears were not sagging at all but would not hold up with a loaded trailer.

I upgraded to PP Springs and Bilsteins - which will cost you 600ish bucks if you go that route.

PM if you are interested.

G

02-07-2007, 07:55 PM	#1 (permalink)
97Runner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 68	Springs? i have a rough ride in my fairly new to me 97 4runner. speed bumps/mountains(the big ones) are very rough unless i go very slowly over them. also going over them at an angle helps a bit. I have the stock springs although i do have the new style bump stops. when i took it in for the recall only the new stops were put on(no new springs since its a 2WD). i was hoping the springs would be replaced which is what i believe would solve the very rough ride. i have brand new tokicos shocks btw. I understand taht this is an SUV and a rough ride is expected but i just feel that the stoppers hit to early or something like that. So i need suggestions on the cure for this. i think i need new springs... possibly PP springs or "99 AWD springs? I just want the near cheapest option that will help and last

02-07-2007, 08:26 PM	#2 (permalink)
SC4Runner Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: 5th Gen San Diegan, California Posts: 5,179	Yeah, I'd go with some 4wd springs or something...I'm sure there are plenty of people here would sell them to you for cheap. __________________ 1996 4x4 3.4L 4Runner on 35's 1966 FJ40 - SOA with stock springs, stock 1F motor, and a smelly tailpipe.

02-08-2007, 05:04 AM	#4 (permalink)
emptypockets Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Spencer, Iowa Posts: 625	Most 3rd gen rear springs will be pretty well broken in by now, so ride height should stay the same. Look for 96-99 springs if you want to go a little taller in the rear (~1") or 00-02 springs for basically stock height. New springs will give a little more height first until they're sagged out. __________________ Model: '02 4Runner SR5 - White On Natural Oak, Tan Interior Engine/Performance: 3.4L V6, Auto, AndyMod, Jardine Catback Exhaust, S&B Intake Rear Suspension: 3.75" lift with LC coils and Rancho RS5000 shocks Front Suspension: 3" lift with OME 882 springs and OME N91sc shocks, Diff Drop Tires: 285/75 R16 Wild Spirit TXR's, Stock Wheels Misc: Full Time Power Outlet Mod, Extra Power Outlet Mod, GE Nighthawks My Profile: http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2915959

02-08-2007, 06:59 AM	#5 (permalink)
gpcollen1 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Connecticut (NY State of Mind) Posts: 360	I have my 99 springs for sale - had a couple of bites but nobody took them. Fronts are complete with KYB Monomax shocks. Rears were not sagging at all but would not hold up with a loaded trailer. I upgraded to PP Springs and Bilsteins - which will cost you 600ish bucks if you go that route. PM if you are interested. G __________________ '99 SR5 Sport - Desert Dune: AirRaid MIT, OEM Air Filter, Toyo 265/75/16 ATs, Deckplate, PP Springs and Bilsteins, Cheapo nerf bars, Injector replacement impending

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02-08-2007, 04:54 AM	#3 (permalink)
97Runner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 68	would used ones not be saggin already so it would be just like it already is?

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