They offer a front trim packer, but not sure if this corrects for the increased rake angle that is inherent with the original configuration let alone the one introduced by making the rears 0.5" taller than the fronts. Rear Springs Only. Thanks for the welcome. I even arranged to be without a vehicle for 2 weeks. Every change in the road you will feel it. Toytec is a smaller operation that is relatively new. Would only be used for overlanding purposes. 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Im on the fence between this Dobinson IMS suspension and the OME BP51 suspension. This is a complete system, front to back, to raise your GX up to your chosen height in order to run larger wheels or tires, or clear that more aggressive terrain. "Eibach does a good job at explaining the steps in their instructions and walks you through the removal of the air ride system. I am going to keep the rear air springs so just shocks would be needed for the rears. Base not going to be fun but once the weather warms up here, ill get it done! Add to Wish List. Get access to new 4Runner gear, free stickers, product reviews, installs, and much more! I've been a big supporter of the 6112s as a great value option for the GX470. I would just get the new Icons up front to match what you already have in the back if I were you. Note: The main difference between the GX platform on the 4Runner platforms is the air ride system and sensors. PRO-TRUCK Sport shocks are designed to maximize all available wheel travel for a smoother ride when the "Going Gets Tough"! All Dobinsons coil springs are load tested and scragged 100% to eliminate subsequent spring sag. Base My friend bought them For His sequioa and his biggest complaint is his lack of droop, which the gx has tons of, so maybe not an issue? #1 Good morning/afternoon everyone. Dobinson or Eibach | Page 2 | Tacoma World Shocks individually tested for matched performance in each corner. Must be used with Eibach Pro-Truck Sport Rear Shocks. They have been a staple in off-roading in Australia since 1953 and are quickly gaining popularity in the US. Note: I also plan on getting a front bumper in the future also. Plenty of options, and you can build a kit to suit your exact needs. I troubleshot it and could never get it to go away. I am driving a 2016 SR5 4Runner in the woods, country roads, deep wet muddy/icy logging trials and in the cities of NH & ME packed with hunting equipment, camping gear, a dog, extra gas, water, etc. That was where the noise/pop was coming from since a couple months into this setup. 5th Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (2010-2024), 4th Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (2003-2009), 3rd Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (1996-2002), 2nd Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (1990-1995), 1st Gen 4Runner Parts Marketplace (1984-1989), Starter Replacement & Rear Shock Replacement, Installing aftermarket radio with switch panel, Radiator Replacement/Tranny Cooler Install, 2UZ-FE (V8) Power Steering Pump Replacement and Fluid Flush, Reverse Lights (In Reflectors/Under the bumper), https://www.4runners.com/threads/utah.5359/, VIAIR 88P - 00088 Portable Compressor Kit with Alligator Clamps, Tire Inflator, Tire Air Pump, 12V, 120 PSI, for Up to 33" Tires, Green Grease 101 Synthetic Waterproof High Temperature Grease, 14 Oz. They also offer options for extended travel front & rear travel, adjustable trailing arms, and panhard bar. Monroe 171371R Monroe Quick-Strut Complete Strut Assembly. Made In U.S.A. 2020 Silver Venture Edition Pro Grille, TOYO Open Country AT3, 2.5" Bilstein lift Having read through countless threads on bilsteins/eibach's/etc I'm needing some help. Base GX470 As we export to over 40 countries worldwide from their Australian head office, the importance of quality is at the forefront in the complete design and manufacturing process. If you are looking for a lift kit a step above the Bilstein and Eibach lift kits for your Lexus GX470, the Dobinsons 3 Lift is a great option. washboards, small rocks & bumps), the shock will be softer (less damping). Bottom line Toytec does not stand behind their marginal products, the do no r/d, they have no interest in learning from their customers failures and they cost as much as the fox I put in! For some, a very stiff ride is best because they want the best handling and on-road characteristics. It has significantly reduced the body roll when cornering, as well as nose dive when braking hard. Base The ride quality should be smoother with these than those kits, and should perform better offroad. Get a feel what it used to feel. Pro-Lift Kit Springs must be used with Pro-Truck Sport Shocks. Both are quite similar though. Vendor specials, free gear, giveaway notifications, group buys and more! This thread should give you a decent head start: I'm running the Dobinsons IMS adjustable front struts(2'-3') with springs along with the rear HD leafs with JBA UCA's. 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E80-59-005-01-22. I have the very expensive Toytec 2.5 Radflos on my Tundra, and they rode terribly harsh. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. That being said, your situation, along with the MANY good accounts of Dobinson set ups, have me where I was hoping to ultimately get to.. ready to buy, DOBINSON! Pack of 10. $124.95. I can't comment on the difference between Ironman & Dobinsons but I had previously had Bilstein 5100 and Eibach Stage 2 coilovers and I prefer the Dobbi's to both of . GX470 This will just be a step up from them. LEXUS Dobinsons uses the highest quality Fuchs German shock oil, and the IMS features a 3-stage sealing system. Show more GX470 3in Lift / The Tire Garage TV Ep62 Lexus GX470 Rear spring conversion with. Matched system of lift springs and shocks designed for increased travel and performance. Show more Ironman 4x4 Adjustable. Base No sag in the front, good ride though more firm than stock, and at 1,300 it is cheaper than anything you listed. Im just out there exploring and camping. Base Weve undoubtedly seen a massive increase in the adoption of more SUVs in the off-road and weekend adventuring crowd. Designed, developed and tested in Australia by Dobinsons Spring & Suspension, in-house suspension design engineers, our 44 shock absorbers and coil springs are designed and tested to perform in the harshest conditions right across the world. This majorly impacts the shock performance and decreases ride quality. There are pros and cons to each option, the biggest factor for pe Parts Cost However, I am instead surprised at how smooth the IMS is. Eibach spring lifts allow full range of suspension travel without additional stress on bushings and ball-joints as seen with spacer lift systems. When you combine that with comfortable and controlled off-road performance, this makes for an excellent kit for the weekend warrior like myself. Its more the difficult rutted hills find me than me looking for them. The IMS suspension does really well off-road. 3. We also perform spring fatigue and hardness testing using in-house state of the art testing equipment. They have released their complete suspension system for the Lexus GX470, which sees up to 2 or 3 of lift in the front, your choice, matched against rear 2.2 lift springs to keep the vehicle level and to help carry additional equipment for your expeditions. INCLUDES REAR SPRINGS AND AIRBAG DELETE KIT document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); what tunning did you use on your Dobinsons? Ride Height: I also ruined the opportunity to have them rebuilt or given away to a new t4r/fj owner looking for a free lift. Dobinsons 3" Lexus GX470 Lift Kit - YotaMafia These feel like they soak up both large and small bumps better than before. Front: +2.0 - 3.0" Rear: +2.2". This kit does not interfere with anything else on the vehicle, and sees a normal installation time of 3-5 hours. Not sure how much lift youre looking for, but unless you carry that all the time, I would recommend the stock weight springs from dobinsons, rather than medium or heavy duty springs, as those will provide too much lift and be stiff when unloaded. The IMS shocks have a larger 50 mm (~2) billet alloy piston and larger oil capacity. Height Adjustable Rear Spring from 2.0" to 3.5" with 400lbs of added rear weight. Will the C59-352 springs with the GS59-220 give me the 3 inch lift I want ? Eibach Pro Truck Lift Kit Just had mine fitted sunshine coast 44 couldnt be happier. They are made of HSLA (high-strength, low-alloy) steel, and are noticeably beefier than the OE upper control arms. Pro-Lift Kit Springs must be used with Pro-Truck Sport Shocks. Dobinsons 4Runner UCA's for 4Runner 2003+ FJ Cruiser Lexus GX470 GX460. Base Whiteline - W53377A - Control Arm - Lower Inner Bushing - Front. When comparing the Dobinsons IMS kit to their twin-tube shocks, there are a number of noteworthy differences. Radflo Stage 1 Lexus GX470 Lift $ Quick View. If youre going straight from factory suspension to IMS, the difference will be night and day. ok so I need to replace the shocks in my 05 limited v8 with xreas and rear air springs. Eibach 2.0" Coilovers [03-09 GX470] - Peak Suspension There are also certainly other factors that could play in like your spring ratings and things like that. I was running Bilstein 5100s on all four corners with stock springs, fronts set at 0.85" for about 30k miles. What size tires? I did not get the reservoirs - just twin tube gas shocks and the teal springs. 2.8 shock, either 2.5 or 3 front lift. LEXUS 2003 to 2009 In your opinion after riding on both, which is your favorite? Bilstein 6112 Dilemma on GX470not as low cost as I thought Complete ASSEMBLED kit for both left and right hand side, includes new ball joints OE style rubber frame bushings, and washers. 2003 to 2009 I have improved stability and handling on-road compared to stock. PRO-TRUCK-LIFT KIT HD Springs equipped with our rear air bag delete kit allow the addition of up to 400lbs while keeping the vehicle properly balanced and leveled on and off the road. Description. Reply With Quote If I would go with Bilstein 5100, this would be the setup - lift the front with Bilstein 5100's (set to the 2nd notch) Looks like you got a nice amount of lift. I would love to know the exact coils you went with from Dobinsons. JavaScript is disabled. +2.75" to 2.25" Literally zero ownership when all I suggested was to send them back on my dime and have them do some r/d work and see what is going on - kind of like a pilot program. Location: ct. Posts: 93. help me decide, dobinsons or bilstein shocks. When I tried to buy then at the beginning of the year I was told by multiple places they are on at least a 1 to 1.5 year global back order so I ended up getting 5100s. +2.75 to 2.25" LEXUS Whatever your desired lift height or weight carrying needs, Dobinsons has you covered! Available in 3 spring rate options ratings for 0, 250 and 400lbs of added weight. Our content is pretty fire! The Dobinsons UCAs checked all those boxes for me. This is just to match my rear ICONs. In order to get the full Overland experience we've seen an increase in GX470 owners applying accessories like armor, roof tents, storage shelving, sliders and full size tire spares which can cause the rear of the vehicle to sag and prevent clearance while on the trail. Unboxing & Installing the Eibach Lexus GX470 Lift Kit - Shock Surplus The GX470 has become a favorite in the Overland community, its backed by its reliability and outstanding platform that's capable of enduring extreme expedition conditions and casual weekend camping trips. Hey Chris, thanks for the comment. Being able to do so enjoyably and confidently without sacrificing my daily driving has me very happy with the IMS kit overall. They feel very planted and handle large forces (potholes, bigger rocks) at speed better than my previous twin tubes, so Ive been comfortable driving faster on this suspension than before. Be educated on this and buy a suspension truly designed for your Lexus! For more detailed information visit our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.Contact Us if you need further assistance. Trail 4Runner participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links or to other retailer sites from Trail4Runner.com. I got bilstein 5100 and dobinsons 302/325 coil spring, JBA high Caster and, dobinson diff drop. To further the pain one of the shocks (the driver) was completely blown out and leaking profusely. DOES NOT INCLUDE HARDWARE AND ADAPTERS Only meant for vehicles with additional weight in the rear (200-400lbs) How would you compare this setup to a Bilstein 6112/5160, the OME 3 lift, or the base Dobinson lift? E86-59-005-01-20 Features: Perfectly matched system of lift springs and shocks for maximum travel and performance Front: 1.5" - 3.0" threaded adjustable lift Manufactured using race winning off-road race spring technology Developed to provide balanced ride quality, control and off-road capability Made In U.S.A. Limited The 6112s were basically the only game in town for a mid-tier priced option before the Dobinson IMS came out circa late 2019, early 2020. 65skyturbo Well-Known Member. They are also made in Australia just like their main competition is.. the all-mighty ARB. SuperSprings SSR-612-40 | SumoSprings Rear for Toyota Tacoma, blue. Im leaning towards the Dobinsons more. Steel with Rubber Insulation, Plum Garden 1/4" DC 12V 2 Way Normally Closed Electric Solenoid Air Valve, Two Control Arm Bumpers and Two Control Rear Axle Bumpers Replace 15153958 905-208 15039397 Compatible with Chevy Suburban Avalanche GMC Yukon (Arm Bumpers and Axle Bumpers), LOKMAN 20 Pack 5/16" Stainless Steel Cable Clamp, Rubber Cushioned Insulated Clamp, Metal Clamp, Tube Holder for Tube, Pipe or Wire Cord Installation. St Pros and Cons of Strut Spacers Ads suspension is also super legit but a little more confusing to find what fits your vehicle. Toytec has been around for about 15 years, ONLY product is for toyotas, they dont do any research or development on any others just toyota. Their rear coil springs also come in stock weight ratings all the way up to 1000 lbs constant load. At low speeds (<10 mph), the progressive valving really makes a big difference. Are you replacing springs and coils? Each load range had been tested to deliver up to 2.9" (depending on load) of rear lift while still working within range of the Eibach PRO-TRUCK Shocks. IMO the Ironman is a better option due to build quality and completeness of the kit. LOAD-LEVELING SYSTEM (Rear) (For +250lbs of Added Weight), LOAD-LEVELING SYSTEM (Rear) (For +400lbs of Added Weight), LOAD-LEVELING SYSTEM (Rear) (For Zero Added Weight), PRO-LIFT-KIT Springs (Front & Rear Springs), PRO-LIFT-KIT Springs (Front Springs Only), PRO-TRUCK COILOVER STAGE 2 - Front Coilovers + Rear Shocks + Pro-Lift-Kit Spring, PRO-TRUCK SPORT SHOCK (Ride Height Adjustable Single Front), PRO-TRUCK SPORT SHOCK (Single Rear for Lifted Suspensions 0-2.2"), CCPA Data Request/Do Not Sell My Personal Information, Utilizes ERO springs manufactured using race winning off-road spring technology, Front coilovers allow adjustment of up to +3.0" on the GX470, Pre-assembled for direct bolt-on installation, out of the box height is set to match the rear height, Designed to work with factory control arms for an increase in height without accelerated wear to ball joints and bushings, Developed specifically to provide a balanced ride quality on and off-road. When it comes to upper control arms, I wanted something that would have improved strength/durability, increase caster, and be low maintenance. GX470 notify when in stock.

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