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Suspension for weekend warrior/daily driver

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by AlaskaLunarT4R, Jan 10, 2025.

  1. Jan 10, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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    AlaskaLunarT4R

    AlaskaLunarT4R [OP] 2022 Lunar Rock OR

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    Hey everyone,
    I am starting a new build for my wife... the old Lunar Rock runner has been totaled (everyone is fine, the car is not) and I need some help with suspension.
    We have a (new to us) 2023 ORP, 4wd Runner that is going to be a daily driver and also our weekend camping/road trip rig.

    In the summer, were fully loaded down... in the winter, the car is consistently empty. Were up in Alaska so winter road trips and camping doesn't happen often.
    We run Falken Wildpeaks AT4W, 275/70R17, year-round and the wheels have a -12 offset. We plan on getting a full steel rear bumper with a swing out tire carrier and a lower profile front bumper with NO winch. Our rooftop tent is 250lbs, but comes off in the winter.

    I think we want medium load springs in the rear to lift a little bit and tolerate the summer weight, also decent daily driving in the winter. Maybe stiffer springs in front? Maybe not because we have no need for a winch? I don't mind replacing struts either.
    I'm not very confident in suspension specs so I'm reaching out for advice.
    Thank you to everyone who can contribute their two cents!
     
  2. Jan 10, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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    DrBubbles

    DrBubbles New Member

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    285/70/17 Falken Wildpeak AT4
    Partially depends on how much you're willing to spend. Do you care about leveling it out at all and getting rid of the rake? Personally, I plan to go with Old Man Emu when I upgrade my suspension. The MT64 is like their middle-ground, more pricey, but great performance. Also, Old Man Emu is generally super reliable.

    Here's a site that lists different options: https://mudify.com/products/4runner-2010-2024-ome-lift-kits
     
  3. Jan 10, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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    AlaskaLunarT4R

    AlaskaLunarT4R [OP] 2022 Lunar Rock OR

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    Thank you for chipping in!
    I've been leaning toward OME but haven't ruled anything out yet.
    Leveling the runner is the goal, maybe lifting a little bit too. Our old runner just had a leveling spacer lift, we never got to upgrade the suspension before it left us unexpectedly. We don't mind spending a little more to get the quality we want. Ill check out the link!
     
  4. Jan 10, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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    Y0TA

    Y0TA New Member

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    I'm pleased with Eibach pro stage 2 and the load leaving kit for the rear. I got the medium springs for the rear. The ride quality is so much better.
     

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