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4runner trd pro retrofit

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by 2013grytaco, Apr 16, 2021.

  1. Apr 16, 2021 at 6:51 PM
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    2013grytaco

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    Used search. Does anyone know if 4unner suspension (4th gen) will work on a 3rd gen Taco?
     
  2. Apr 16, 2021 at 6:52 PM
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    @Superdave1.0 may know.
     
  5. Apr 16, 2021 at 7:27 PM
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    Some 4th gen 4R owners were reporting 1” lift up front from 2nd gen Taco’s parts. I’m assuming a 3rd gen Taco would give you 1” more than that. I believe the fronts bolt in, the rear will need a new or different bushing.
    Visit the 4R forums and research there. I’m sure it’s been done.
     
  6. Apr 16, 2021 at 11:14 PM
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    Superdave1.0

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    Oh shoot my dyslexia kicked in. I’m assuming even if I mixed up Taco-4R, it’ll work 4R-Taco.
     
  8. Apr 17, 2021 at 12:49 AM
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    I really appreciate everyone's Input thus far. Apparently the rears need a different sized bushing, does anyone happen to know that off hand? Will post measurements tomorrow.
     
  9. Apr 17, 2021 at 4:23 AM
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    Doesn't the 4runner have rear coils?
     
  10. Apr 17, 2021 at 8:14 AM
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    These are take offs from a buddies 4R there are no springs with them, but more than likely you're correct.
     
  11. Apr 17, 2021 at 11:17 AM
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    RocTaco

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    Yes, but it's the same type of set-up as the taco where the shock is independent from the spring.

    Not sure of the difference in length/valving
     
  12. Apr 17, 2021 at 3:14 PM
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    GrundleJuice

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    Yeah, I just thought by suspension that it meant everything, not just shocks.
     

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