I have a 1996 4Runner SR5, 4WD, manual trans with 110k miles. I want to replace the rear coil springs as well as the front shocks and springs. I have already replaced the rear shocks with Ranchos. I do a little off-roading, mainly while camping or mountain biking, but it is primarily a street vehicle. I don't want a lift, I just want to improve the ride quality (maybe a little stiffer) and fix the sagging rear end. I have searched all over and cannot find anyone who sells simple replacement coil springs that are not for a lift kit. A front shock / coil spring assembly would be ideal. Can anyone recommend where to buy these? Also, is it necessary to replace the front strut mounts?
Thanks

 

I wanted stronger/new coils also. I did the TRD/OME lift. It is a MILD lift. Check out my 4Runner.

 

if you want to just about an inch higher but also improve quality

the pp lift springs and bilsteins is a good set to look after

www.performanceproducts.com have both and will def fix the rear sagging issue.

 

Thanks for the advice. I have also read that people replace the rear coils with 99 stock coils springs. Does anyone know where I can get those? Is that something that you can only get through the dealer?

 

A couple more questions...neliconcept, you suggested the pp springs with bilstein shocks. What I'm confused about is how to assemble the front shock/spring. Do the bilsteins for the front have spring seats built in? The pics on the performance products website do not seem to show spring seats on them, but it could just be a generic pic. Do they come with the necessary hardware to mount the springs to them? Do I need to buy new strut mounts or can I reused the old ones?
Thanks for your help.

 

Hey dude...You in boulder? If so, i'd love to meet you sometime...

The front is a strut on those and i recomend getting it installed at a shop. You can rent a spring compressor from autozone, but i had one bust on me, and almost broke my hand. Plus, if they are assembled at a shop, its less down time on the truck.