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2003 and 1998 suspension parts tacoma interchangeable?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by badaboom, Jul 31, 2020.

  1. Jul 31, 2020 at 7:46 AM
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    badaboom

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    Checking some 2003 double cab tacoma 4x4 front coils struts, Upper control arms, rear shocks and leaf springs - are these acceptable interchangeable parts for a 1998 tacoma 4x4 ext cab The 2003 parts are for stock ride height...?
    Thanks
     
  2. Jul 31, 2020 at 11:03 AM
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    Yes they are the same
     
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  3. Jul 31, 2020 at 11:15 AM
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    Yes. Only difference is 1995-1997 leafsprings. And all 5-Lug suspension won’t work.
     
  4. Aug 1, 2020 at 7:57 AM
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    thanks all
     
  5. Aug 1, 2020 at 9:21 AM
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    You already received your response regarding compatibility, but I have to ask, you're not swapping in used parts from an '03 to your '98 right?

    Even if the truck is newer, I'd say those springs, shocks, and leaf pack are more than worn out.

    New Bilstein 4600s all around are pretty cheap. You can go cheaper if you want to save money and opt to keep your truck strictly on the road with Gabriel or Monroe shocks.
     
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  6. Aug 1, 2020 at 9:34 AM
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    20k on all shocks (Rear are KYB gas-a-just) and F coilovers, the leafs are orig not sure on mileages yet stock ride height
    mine 1998 205000 plus
     
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