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shocks and options

Discussion in '1st Gen 4Runners (1984-1989)' started by Jeeprunner90, Feb 18, 2019.

  1. Feb 18, 2019 at 9:25 AM
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    Jeeprunner90

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    Jeeprunner90 [OP] New Member

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    I am looking to buy new shocks for my 89 T4R. What are some good options? Also, What else should I replace while im in there? Anything I can upgrade worth while?
     
    Jeeprunner90, Feb 18, 2019
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  2. Feb 18, 2019 at 10:39 AM
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    HoBoDanny

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    HoBoDanny Dude...

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    RCI Skid Plate CBI Ditch Light Brackets Hankook DynaPro ATM RF10 265 70R17 113T Tires 1.25” Wheel Spacers TPMS Bypass Mod Hydrocarbon Filter Removed Merca decal 2” leveling kit front only Black headlights
    You wanting oem style or a lift? I would check and replace anything rubber or anything that feels loose. If it hasn’t had regular maintenance there could be quite a few parts to replace.
     
    HoBoDanny, Feb 18, 2019
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  3. Oct 4, 2019 at 9:33 PM
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    NightOwl

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    NightOwl 1985 Toyota 4 Runner DLX 22REC

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    LCE header, 2.5 inch exhaust, 31x 10.50 BF Goodrich, 15 X 8 aluminum wheels, Bilstein Shocks, 3 inch lift kit, 3M fender flares
    I had stock shocks for my 1985 4 Runner...I put Bilsteins on a couple of years ago and will not replace with anything but...they changed the ride on truck to a very comfortable, secure feeling ride... the stock shocks were mushy and leaned on turns too much. I'll bet others who have Bilsteins will say the same...
     
    NightOwl, Oct 4, 2019
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  4. Dec 20, 2019 at 1:15 AM
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    PhantomTweak

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    None. Bone Stock. EXCEPT: Brushguard, tow hitch, both welded to the frame. It's good to have friends and a fully equipped garage!
    I put Rancho's on my 87 Runner, including the steering stabilizer, back in 90 or 92, somewhere in there. They're still working fine. Nice off-road, quite comfortable on road, corners very nicely for a vehicle with such a high CoG...

    Just my 2 pennies worth
    Pat☺
     
    PhantomTweak, Dec 20, 2019
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