1998 Toyota 4Runner Installation of new shocks and lift

1998 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
123,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MTRHED
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Im a college student and as you can probabally guess im trying to do this cheaply, thus im looking to do installation myself if possible. I have a set of 4 new Procomp ES9000 shocks im looking to put into my 1998 toyota 4runner 4X4, I also have a Daystar 2.5" Lift I will be installing as well. I am a fairly good mechanic, replace brakes, wiring, bumpers, etc. is this a DIY job without any tools like a shock/spring compressor, or do I need to take it to a shop and spend nearly $400 + more?
Jul 29, 2008 at 10:30 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi mtrhed,

Thank you for the donation.

Without the spring compressors I doubt it would be possible to replace the coil springs, unless your new struts comes as complete assy.

You would need something to lift up and hold the body to install the lift units too.

If you got the tools and equipment, should not be a problem for you to handle.
Jul 31, 2008 at 1:31 AM
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Thanks so much, Ill probabally take the whole assymbly out and have a local shop mount the springs, Thanks for your help
Jul 31, 2008 at 7:36 PM
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Hi mtrhed,

You are welcomed.

Btw I understand that there are some places that rents out tools and equipments, maybe that would be more fun and cheaper.
Jul 31, 2008 at 9:54 PM
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MTRHED
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alriht ill have to look into that, Thanks Again!
Jul 31, 2008 at 11:55 PM
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Have a nice day. :)
Aug 1, 2008 at 2:04 AM