85 4Runner spring swap question

[jjdavids]

Hello all. My name is Justin. Im new to the board.

I have an 85 4Runner with 291xxx miles. The leaf springs front and back are sagging badly.

I am exploring the idea of a spring swap but want to avoid lifting much. It seems that aside from buying after market replacements (NWOR, Downey) the standard spring swap is rears up front with Chevy or Ford springs in back, which net a 3 to 5 inch lift. This is too much for me as I only want to run 31" tires.

Has anyone performed a swap using rear spings from a newer Tacoma?

I am looking to improve the ride first and foremost, and gain a minimal amount of lift.



Thank you in advance for any advise!

 

[ntsqd]

Look into the OME springs. I would call Kurt at Cruiser Outfitters for them.

I can tell you that the GM 63 inch springs ride really nice, but since my low install of them clears 33-10.50's I'm betting that they are taller than what you want.

 

[dustboy]

4cruzer has done a good amount of custom spring work on his 85, you might PM him.

 

[Dave Bennett]

Look into the OME springs. I would call Kurt at Cruiser Outfitters for them.

x2, Old Man Emu all the way

 

[jjdavids]

Thanks guys. Ill check the OME springs out.