Hi guys. I was hoping to get some advice on what suspension components I should consider.
I have a 2001 VX w/ 1kz. It has 185k miles and the suspension is starting to fade. My ride is fairly rough.
I live in Costa Rica and 90% of my driving is at around 80kmh on rough, pot-hole filled roads. I do a little offroad adventuring but have no need for a lifted vehicle.
I want to replace almost everything in the current suspension to upgrade the toughness of the suspension to match these rough roads. My best source of parts is from the States so I will probably have to order parts that are listed for a 3rd Gen 4runner. Any ideas on what kind of setup would be best for my conditions? I am not really interesting in lifting the car, but dont mind a small lift if it means getting a good suspension. Money is tight, but I will spend for a quality suspension. I figured while I am at it, I am going to replace all stabilizer bushings and links as well replace both upper and lower ball joints. I will be putting in a new steering rack in the next 6 months or so as well.
Also of concern,I noticed that my right rear lower control rod is slightly bent. It looks as if was put over a curb at some point. My current suspension is so bad, I am not sure how much it effects my ride. Is this something I should replace? the bend is only over so slight, 5 degree maybe.
Thank you very much for any suggestions.
I have a 2001 VX w/ 1kz. It has 185k miles and the suspension is starting to fade. My ride is fairly rough.
I live in Costa Rica and 90% of my driving is at around 80kmh on rough, pot-hole filled roads. I do a little offroad adventuring but have no need for a lifted vehicle.
I want to replace almost everything in the current suspension to upgrade the toughness of the suspension to match these rough roads. My best source of parts is from the States so I will probably have to order parts that are listed for a 3rd Gen 4runner. Any ideas on what kind of setup would be best for my conditions? I am not really interesting in lifting the car, but dont mind a small lift if it means getting a good suspension. Money is tight, but I will spend for a quality suspension. I figured while I am at it, I am going to replace all stabilizer bushings and links as well replace both upper and lower ball joints. I will be putting in a new steering rack in the next 6 months or so as well.
Also of concern,I noticed that my right rear lower control rod is slightly bent. It looks as if was put over a curb at some point. My current suspension is so bad, I am not sure how much it effects my ride. Is this something I should replace? the bend is only over so slight, 5 degree maybe.
Thank you very much for any suggestions.