Martinjmpr
Wiffleball Batter
Yes, I know it's been beaten to death, but I have some suspension questions I hope the suspension-smart people here can help with.
Ever since I got my '99 4runner I've noticed it sits a little low in the back. I'm assuming the rear springs and/or shocks are sagging a bit from age. Not a biggie as I plan on getting an aftermarket suspension anyway.
This is more or less a follow up to Clark White's thread about OME vs. Sonoran Steel 1.2 lifts. The SS lift is ~ 2x the cost of the OME and for that reason alone I'm leaning towards the OME.
Seems to me the one big difference is that the SS lift includes a new (adjustable) panhard bar for the rear suspension. My question would be: For a mild lift like this is a new panhard even neccessary? What does the panhard bar even do?
From reading through the other thread, it seems like the OME setup starts out around 2.5 - 3" of lift but then "settles" to about 1.75". Honestly, I don't really need a lift at all, as I don't plan on running anything much bigger than my current 265/75/16 tires (31.5"), I would be looking at 32" tires max (235/85/16.)
My thought is: If the rear is sagging and I have to replace the springs and shocks anyway, why not go ahead and upgrade to a higher quality and more durable setup?
My preferred setup would probably be the complete OME front and rear suspension, with 882 front coils (to accomodate an anticipated ARB and possibly a winch) and then either 890's or 891's in the rear. I don't plan on putting on a rear bumper or tire carrier at the present time (I need to preserve my towing ability) but could consider one in the future. The OME kit I'm looking at includes the front and rear springs and shocks.
Would the 891's provide too harsh a ride if I don't have extra weight in the back? Is there any reason to consider 890's over 891's on the rear for my desired use? I suppose I could start off with the 890's and then if I did decide to put a custom rear bumper or tire carrier on the back, I could upgrade to the 890's at that time, right?
Is there anything else I should be considering? I've never had a vehicle lifted before so this is unknown territory to me. Not sure if I should be thinking about steering components/diff drop or anything else. Generally speaking I like to keep a vehicle as stock as possible, and of course it is my daily driver so anything that compromises its usefulness in that role will have to be given considerable thought.
Thanks in advance!
Ever since I got my '99 4runner I've noticed it sits a little low in the back. I'm assuming the rear springs and/or shocks are sagging a bit from age. Not a biggie as I plan on getting an aftermarket suspension anyway.
This is more or less a follow up to Clark White's thread about OME vs. Sonoran Steel 1.2 lifts. The SS lift is ~ 2x the cost of the OME and for that reason alone I'm leaning towards the OME.
Seems to me the one big difference is that the SS lift includes a new (adjustable) panhard bar for the rear suspension. My question would be: For a mild lift like this is a new panhard even neccessary? What does the panhard bar even do?
From reading through the other thread, it seems like the OME setup starts out around 2.5 - 3" of lift but then "settles" to about 1.75". Honestly, I don't really need a lift at all, as I don't plan on running anything much bigger than my current 265/75/16 tires (31.5"), I would be looking at 32" tires max (235/85/16.)
My thought is: If the rear is sagging and I have to replace the springs and shocks anyway, why not go ahead and upgrade to a higher quality and more durable setup?
My preferred setup would probably be the complete OME front and rear suspension, with 882 front coils (to accomodate an anticipated ARB and possibly a winch) and then either 890's or 891's in the rear. I don't plan on putting on a rear bumper or tire carrier at the present time (I need to preserve my towing ability) but could consider one in the future. The OME kit I'm looking at includes the front and rear springs and shocks.
Would the 891's provide too harsh a ride if I don't have extra weight in the back? Is there any reason to consider 890's over 891's on the rear for my desired use? I suppose I could start off with the 890's and then if I did decide to put a custom rear bumper or tire carrier on the back, I could upgrade to the 890's at that time, right?
Is there anything else I should be considering? I've never had a vehicle lifted before so this is unknown territory to me. Not sure if I should be thinking about steering components/diff drop or anything else. Generally speaking I like to keep a vehicle as stock as possible, and of course it is my daily driver so anything that compromises its usefulness in that role will have to be given considerable thought.
Thanks in advance!
