Question on Ironman Foam Cell shocks

Morning,

I had this kit installed about six months ago, Ironman Foam Cell Pro. My last truck had the Billstein 5100 setup. When I put the Billstein in, going over any bumps was unnoticeable. But with the Ironman foam cell, it's almost like exaggerated. Like I feel the bumps more than the stock shocks. Is that to be expected? A friend told me they were still working, but just a different style. Is that accurate? Will they eventually 'break in'? Or do I need to look at the install?

Appreciate any thoughts/ideas.

https://ironman4x4america.com/suspe...ed-for-toyota-4runner-2010-with-kdss-stage-2/

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/search/18821303/?q=Ironman&t=post&o=date&c[node]=18

 

The link is for 4Runner. Do you have a 4Runner? If not, what do you have? What springs? Information is your friend if you're asking for help.

 

Well I'll ignore dookski.

2019 tacoma off road, had a couple of 4-runners in the past, not sure why that showed up.

https://ironman4x4america.com/suspe...O4Xuq401Uzz6UfIhR_a5QkkrRX478HURoCr9cQAvD_BwE

 

Its still showing up as a GX470 kit.

 

I'm not super familiar with "Foam Cell", but tradition shocks have have different valving that changes the way they perform at different speeds.

I doubt there is something wrong with them, probably just a different feel compared to the 5100s. Have you tried testing them at a higher speed? Sometimes rough stuff smooths out for me when I hit it with more speed with my FOX setup.


"Ironman Foam Cell shocks utilize a unique design that encapsulates nitrogen gas in closed-cell foam, rather than traditional twin-tube or monotube designs. This foam cell technology provides a long-travel design, better heat dissipation (resistance to fade), and improved shock performance.

Advantages:

1. Long-travel design: Foam cell shocks can absorb more travel and maintain their performance, making them suitable for off-road applications.
2. Better heat dissipation: The foam cells reduce the likelihood of overheating and oil aeration, ensuring consistent performance.
3. Improved shock performance: The unique design provides a smoother ride, better control, and increased stability on and off-road.

Disadvantages (myths debunked):

1. Foam disintegration: Ironman has not experienced this issue, and it’s not a concern with their foam cell shocks.
2. Loss of performance after overheating: The foam cells prevent gas from mixing with oil, ensuring the shock returns to normal after cooling."

 

I have the FCP shocks. They ride better than my OG setup because I had stock suspension with a spacer and the spacer caused all sorts of problems. I initially went with Ironman because nobody really had them as well as the price point. But I wouldn’t necessarily say it is like riding on a cloud lol

 

I bought Ironman rear leaf springs, bushings, greasable pins and shackles for the '94 and had a few quality and fitment problems. Ironman would do absolutely nothing. Never again. Don't be fooled by the bright colors and macho marketing. Stick with OME or other well-known brands.

 

It’s a rougher ride for sure, more so if you have the heavier weight springs. I think a lot of weight is needed to make them “smooth.” I think without enough weigh the trucks ride with the shocks that are not compressing and extending enough, if that makes sense.

I’ve swapped the springs to OME 2886X that I found for cheap and decided to try. E rated tires with this kit makes it pretty rough too.