[tacoma98]

1998 Taco, 4x4, V6, Ext. cab, non-TRD, 3” cornfed, 3” BL

The front end is beginning to sag a little bit, so I am getting ready to replace my coil springs and shocks. I was planning on a possible upgrade to the TRD springs or maybe even an aftermarket spring. I guess my questions are: Are the TRD springs noticeably better that the standard springs? What other springs are available to upgrade to that I could run with my cornfeds that are worth paying for above the TRD’s? And where should I look for them?

I don’t have an aftermarket bumper or winch up front.

Thanks
Casey

 

[rojodiablo]

1998 Taco, 4x4, V6, Ext. cab, non-TRD, 3” cornfed, 3” BL

The front end is beginning to sag a little bit, so I am getting ready to replace my coil springs and shocks. I was planning on a possible upgrade to the TRD springs or maybe even an aftermarket spring. I guess my questions are: Are the TRD springs noticeably better that the standard springs? What other springs are available to upgrade to that I could run with my cornfeds that are worth paying for above the TRD’s? And where should I look for them?

I don’t have an aftermarket bumper or winch up front.

Thanks
Casey

For just replacement springs, OME has a good reputation here, and many use them. The 881, and 882. I believe NWOR is a shop who is a sponsor on the board, and can get them for you. Or, try Demello off road. He ia a sponsor, too. They will cost less than a TRD spring, and will generally be regarded as better; many don't believe in the progressive spring from trd, as the travel is short on the front of the tacos. Good Luck!! Try to search.. use the search function. It works. Honestly....

 

[Oppositeboy]

1998 Taco, 4x4, V6, Ext. cab, non-TRD, 3” cornfed, 3” BL

The front end is beginning to sag a little bit, so I am getting ready to replace my coil springs and shocks. I was planning on a possible upgrade to the TRD springs or maybe even an aftermarket spring. I guess my questions are: Are the TRD springs noticeably better that the standard springs? What other springs are available to upgrade to that I could run with my cornfeds that are worth paying for above the TRD’s? And where should I look for them?

I don’t have an aftermarket bumper or winch up front.

Thanks
Casey

I was happier with 881's over the TRD coils. If you have the funds, I would recommend you get a cheap coilover setup and sell the coils and spacers. If you want to go with OME's, talk to Barbara at trdparts4u.com. She'll hook you up right. Ask about OME 880's (supposed to be no lift). See if she can beat the direct price at: http://www.wheelersoffroad.com/ometaco.htm

Edit - btw, you don't necessarily need to get their shocks if you don't want to/have the funds.

 

[synovus]

The front end is beginning to sag a little bit, so I am getting ready to replace my coil springs and shocks. I was planning on a possible upgrade to the TRD springs or maybe even an aftermarket spring. I guess my questions are: Are the TRD springs noticeably better that the standard springs? What other springs are available to upgrade to that I could run with my cornfeds that are worth paying for above the TRD’s? And where should I look for them? I don’t have an aftermarket bumper or winch up front.

I second Oppositeboy's recommendation of the OME 880's. The 881's might work with your 3" spacer, but it would likely be too much lift. That combo would give you probably around 4", at least right at first, which would not be good, because you would have zero downtravel and it'd wreak havoc on other suspension components (the 881's by themselves provide 1-1.5" of lift, if I remember correctly). The 882's combined with the 3" spacer would not work. Far too much lift for your stock suspension.

I would also stay away from the TRD springs for use with a spacer. Being that the TRD coils are progressive rate, the first few winds of coil are much softer than the rest. Adding a 3" spacer tends to push those first few coils together, which can result in an even harsher ride than usual. Because of that, the non-TRD coils are generally recommended as superior to the TRD's for use with larger (2"+) spacers. From what I've read, the non-TRD coils + spacer combos simply ride and perform better than the TRD coils + spacer setups. You'll find a few people that disagree, but I think it's safe to say that's the general concensus.

Again, I'd suggest talking with Barb at trdparts4u.com about either the OME 880's or the non-TRD coils. Great customer service and they often have among the best prices around.

Also, definitely search for more threads related to this topic. There's plenty of them on here, and they'll give you a better idea of people's experiences with Cornfed/coil combinations.

 

[tacoma98]

Man, thanks for the information. I will shop around a little and decide what is best for my setup considering the price. Thanks again for the help.

 

[jh3]

what about putting 1.5" cornfeds on 3.4 trd d/c springs on a 2.7 std cab?

 

[synovus]

what about putting 1.5" cornfeds on 3.4 trd d/c springs on a 2.7 std cab?

The TRD coils are progressive rate coils, which tend to not do as well with coil spacers. The first few wraps are softer (lower spring rate) than the rest of the coil, and tend to get pushed together with a coil spacer. Probably wouldn't be as much of an issue with only a 1.5" spacer, but it'd still probably be better to find a set of the non-TRD dbl-cab coils. I think you'd be happier with the ride of the non-TRD+spacer setup.

 

[Toyotajoe]

I too am interested in replacing my 138K mile coils for something that performs well on gravel road driving. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

Maybe the 880 or 881's ?? Does the 880's have any lift at all?

 

[YoTRacer158]

go with some adjustable coilovers (donahoes, kings, swayaways), they'll offer a better ride than the OME's and you can adjust them for the lift you want, if any

 

[jh3]

I've got the stock non-trd coils w/ less than 75k on them. i'm currently running 31x10.50 BFG M/T's on 4runner rims and want to up to 265/75 16 for the new tundra wheels i've bought. I thoght w/ the newer (o1-o4) coils I would get that 1"-1.25" of lift , but from what I hear the 03 d/c coils i bougt wont do this so I am thinking of going w/ the cornfed 2" kit on top of the trd/tokico stuff

 

[jh3]

p.s. I cant afford adj coilovers

 

[GOT COPE?]

I second Oppositeboy's recommendation of the OME 880's. The 881's might work with your 3" spacer, but it would likely be too much lift.

Why not 882's and ditch the spacer?

 

[synovus]

Why not 882's and ditch the spacer?

Because he's wanting to run a 1.5" spacer with the coils. That spacer with the 882's would be too much lift.

 

[oregonmoss]

I was wondering if most people change their own springs or take it to a shop. Seems like a potentially dangerous install. I didn't mind installing shocks in the rear, but was not comfortable installing in the front.

I'm tempted to get some OMEs but have to admit I don't feel comfortable installing them.

 

[jon_7248]

OMEs (if youget spring and shock) can come pre-assembled from wheelersoffroad. It made installing a snap!! I installed them on my taco a few months ago. Was easy, just need to have the basic tools, jackstands, and your set! It's kind of ghetto though when you follow the customtaco writeup on how to install. You use the stock jack to push the a-arms down so that the shock gets compressed. Worked fine though!

 

[jon_7248]

Because he's wanting to run a 1.5" spacer with the coils. That spacer with the 882's would be too much lift.

Thats why it was suggested to DITCH the spacer

 

[synovus]

Thats why it was suggested to DITCH the spacer

Who suggested he ditch the spacer?

 

[GOT COPE?]

Damn Rick u need some sleep or something.

I suggested instead of 880's and a spacer, why not 882's and NO spacer?

And you said 882's and the spacer would be too much lift.

I never said 882's and spacer. 882's and NO spacer.

And to add to this, why does he want to run a spacer? i think the 882's by themselves would ride better than 880' or 881's and a spacer since the coil isnt compressed by the spacer making for a harsh ride.

 

[jh3]

At the moment i'm a cheapie,thats why i got the d/c stuff. from what i am reading the spacer goes on the strut not on the top of the whole set-up? also what about the 3.4 d/c springs on a 2.7 std cab alone?

 

[Valkyrie]

OMEs (if youget spring and shock) can come pre-assembled from wheelersoffroad.

As they do from us... and less expensive as well.