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Suspension Refresh

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Paco the Taco, Feb 21, 2020.

  1. Feb 21, 2020 at 9:16 AM
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    Paco the Taco

    Paco the Taco [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I recently got a lift installed and can't get an alignment done because most of the bushings are shot. I've got a list of parts (picture included) that I think I need. I already have Cardone CV Axels and SPC UCA's and would like to get it all installed in one go. If I'm missing something or if the quality of the part is known to be suspect please let me know. Thanks

    If more photos are needed I can add more just let me know.

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  2. Feb 21, 2020 at 9:26 AM
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    Kwikvette

    Kwikvette Well-Known Member Vendor

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    4 run, 2 don't
    New OEM lower ball joints

    Sway bar end links/bushings if you want to keep the sway bar on

    Tie rod ends

    Steering rack bushings

    Dat rust tho...
     
  3. Feb 22, 2020 at 4:26 AM
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    GQ7227

    GQ7227 mw survivor

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    needs FF or similar treated once you get new parts put in OP
     
  4. Feb 22, 2020 at 5:08 AM
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    thenodnarb

    thenodnarb Well-Known Member

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    it looks to me like you're replacing all your suspension components with chineseum. the moog stuff is ok i guess. but i don't think the steering rack and LCAs are going to serve you as well as Toyota parts. are you having these things installed by a shop or DIY?
    i recently replaced all that stuff you're looking at with all Toyota parts for about 2k by doing it myself and going with bushings only on the control arms both upper and lower. had to buy a harbor freight press and rent some ball joint pullers and other stuff too. it was worth it to me. also unless you're oem axels are bad, just keep them or reboot them. they are better in every way. rebooting isn't hard.
    i'm currently in the middle of a 1500 mile trip and the suspension is handling like new. doing 80 most the way and the truck tracks straight and handles bumps without bump steer.
     
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  5. Feb 22, 2020 at 7:13 AM
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    2004Taco

    2004Taco Financially Irresponsible

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    BUY OEM PARTS.
     
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