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Bouncy rear suspension?

Discussion in '5th Gen 4Runners (2010-2024)' started by thkbaron, Jul 23, 2021.

  1. Jul 23, 2021 at 9:29 PM
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    thkbaron

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    Have about 160 miles on the 4Runner. I noticed this before I even got it off the lot. Is the suspension on the back a bit bouncy on these rides? Or does the stock stuff just suck? It just seems bouncy to me. Oh it’s an sr5 premium 2021.
     
  2. Jul 23, 2021 at 9:32 PM
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    It’s on the softer side for sure. I would’ve asked before I bought if something seemed off.
     
  3. Jul 23, 2021 at 9:50 PM
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    well I have no frame of reference. I'm assuming it's just the way it is seeing it's new. I drive a 3/4 power wagon and we are coming from a Durango R/T which I know has stiff suspension. Just wanted a bit of confirmation. Would Bilsteins stiffen it a bit? I've always liked the Bilsteins for an upgrade on anything else I've owned.
     
  4. Jul 23, 2021 at 10:06 PM
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    Yeah I haven't noticed the side lean and I'm picky as shit but we've only had it a couple days. I'm debating whether or not to level it seeing you put like ten lbs in the back and it levels. I'll toss the new tires and rims on tomorrow to see if they rub and then go from there. Stock size. Differently offset. I went with a zero.
     
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  5. Jul 23, 2021 at 10:52 PM
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    Slopemaster

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    I like the soft ride. IMHO, it would be less fatiguing on long road trips.
     
  6. Jul 23, 2021 at 10:53 PM
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    to me a 4runner should drive a bit like a pickup not a Landcruiser but thats just me ;)
     
  7. Jul 23, 2021 at 11:07 PM
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    My truck isn’t bouncy. Haha.
     
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  8. Oct 8, 2021 at 6:12 AM
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    Yes - it's bouncy for me. I traded my Highlander to 4Runner and noticed the difference.
     
  9. Oct 8, 2021 at 6:22 AM
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    McSpazatron

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    Mine was not bouncy. It was soft. Very soft, and very comfortable.

    If your’s bounces after being compressed, it means you have a blown shock.
     
  10. Oct 8, 2021 at 6:30 AM
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    nimby

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    Yeah, a set of Bilsteins will definitely improve the ride quality.
     
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