Front Suspension

 

So, what do I currently have on my 4Runner......

Well, after nearly two years of enjoying my Solid Axle Convesion/Swap, a few things have changed. I have changed my shocks and bump stops. Hmmm, can't think of anything else at the moment. I wasn't pleased with the 14" SAW coil-overs that I had on there. So, I picked up some FOX 12" coil-overs. Since the initial setup, I have been able to lower the front suspension ~9 inches. That's quite a bit, considering its all suspension. I must say, the ride is incredible! It really does ride like a car on the street, but yet, it can still climb the big rocks.

So, lets start off with what it was coming out of the garage.
Check out this picture below and notice the 4' measuring stick in front of the bumper.
These pictures have been setup to open up into separate windows so you can do a side by side comparison of what it started out as, and were I am now.

The picture on the left, was as I was rolling out of the garage, just after finishing it up. Sitting on 37" tires
The picture on the right, was with my commuter tires on, just after getting home from work. Sitting on 35" tires.
The third picture shows the difference in the height. Quite substantial.

Measuring the side shot. Notice the trimmed fenders. I'm working on putting the fender flares back on.
The 12" Fox coil-overs also have a tender coil in the pack to help keep pressure on the bottom coil when full extended.
Notice how flat the drag-link is compared to the Track-bar and the tie-rod. Awesome setup, and this is why it rides so nice.

Newly installed bump stops.
Despite what appears to be very little up travel, I have yet to hit the bump stops during my commuting drive.

I'm working on getting better measurements for those who have requested them.

The below picture has the tape measure upside down. This is measuring from the inside knuckle to the center of the
top link.

 

 

 

Here is a list of the items that went into the front suspension. Its not a comprehensive list (still working on that), but has the big name items.

 

Front Suspension & Axle:
'87 Grand Wagoneer Axle
Crane Diff cover
ARB Air Locker
Yukon 4.88 gears
Yukon 4340 Chromoly Inner axles
Warn 4340 Chromoly outer axles
Longfield super joints
Warn Premium hubs w/hub fuses
'76 Flat Top knuckle, milled drilled and tapped by Parts Mike
Spicer Ball joints
Hunt4Steve Steering stabilizer mount
Rancho Steering stabilizer
Hunt4Steve Pan-Hard mount on Axle and Frame
Hunt4Steve Pan-Hard bar with 5/8" Rod-Ends on each end
12" FOX shocks, with 55/80 valving. Nitrogen pressure at 150PSI
Eibach 14" lower coils rated at 350lbs
Eibach 10" middle coils rated at 250lbs
6" Tender leafs
BTF Shock mounts
Sky Manufacturing Steering frame braces
Hunt4Steve bump stop mounts
Daystar Competition Style Urethane Bump Stops 3" tall
Pyrotech 4-layer Limit Straps
Extended stainless steel-braided brake lines
Hunt4steve bottom links, 2" .250 wall, sleeved with 1.5" .250 wall (angle towards center for vehicle to help clear the tires when turning)
Hunt4Steve top link(only 3 links), 1.5" .250 wall
Hunt4Steve rubber bushing link mounts on axle
Currie Johnny Joints on frame mounted links
Hunt4Steve cross member for links


Steering:
Flaming River Steering shaft
'94 IFS Steering box
Bentup High-pressure steering hoses
In line Power Steering Cooler
Parts Mike Drag link (Hi-steer)
Parts Mike Tie-Rod
Parts Mike Tie-Rod Ends
Parts Mike Drop Pitman arm with large GM taper
Parts Mike 1.5" thick Super Arms

 

Disclaimer: What you see on these pages are my own experiences and what changes I have performed on my vehicle. Should you choose to attempt these type of changes to your vehicle, I am not responsible for any consequential damages that may result from these type of modifications. I do not encourage any readers to copy these modifications to their own vehicle. Modifying your vehicle can be dangerous to you and anybody else on the roadway. Please take care in what you do with your vehicle.