Good evening, I would like to know how to check the condition of the original front and rear suspension springs on my vehicle, which has 160,000 km on the odometer. I should mention that it has all original springs and shock absorbers, with no lift kit.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150, 3-door SWB/short wheelbase Lounge trim, vehicle identification below.
• Model Type: Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150, Lounge trim
• Body: 3-door, short wheelbase, 5 seats
• Engine: 3.0 D-4D 190 hp diesel — engine code 1KD-FTV
• Transmission: 5-speed automatic
• Vehicle without KDSS system
• VIN: JTECH3FJX05010105
• Production date shown in the Toyota catalog: December 2013
• Year of first registration: 2014
• Base model code: KDJ155
• Toyota model code: KDJ155L-GJAEYW
• Type/variant/version: J15TMKDJ155(MC)KDJ155L-GJAEYW(2 E)
• CNIT: M1GJT0VP008F385
• Paint Code: 218
• Trim code: LG22
Measurements taken on my vehicle
Position: Wheel center → fender edge
Front left: 512 mm
Front right: 512 mm
Rear left: 545 mm
Rear right: 545 mm
Difference between front and rear: 33 mm
The left-right symmetry is reassuring, but it alone doesn't allow us to conclude that the springs are still at their original height.
My conclusion for now is that these four measurements are perfectly symmetrical left/right, and the front/rear difference is consistent. Nothing in these measurements alone demonstrates that your springs are sagging. Nor does it prove that they have retained their original height.
To decide if I can keep my original Toyota springs and only replace the shock absorbers, I need a reliable comparison with a three-door KDJ155 without KDSS in its original configuration. It's this reference, and not just the 33mm difference, that will determine the issue.
If anyone has the same vehicle and can take vertical measurements from the center of the wheel hub to the top edge of the fender at all four wheels, for comparison, or has the exact front and rear dimensions with the original springs, I would appreciate it.
Regards
Hello everyone,
I own a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 KDJ155, short wheelbase (3-door), 3.0 D-4D, 5-speed automatic transmission, without KDSS or air suspension.
I'm considering the following suspension setup:
Front springs: King Springs KHFR-168
Rear springs: King Springs KTRS-102
Front shocks: KONI RAID 88-1712SP3
Rear shocks: KONI RAID 90-5404LSP3 (left) and 90-5404RSP3 (right)
KONI has already confirmed the shocks are compatible with my vehicle. I'm currently looking for real-world feedback on this specific setup, particularly on the short-wheelbase model without KDSS.
My vehicle is used 80% on-road and 20% off-road. It sometimes carries five people and their luggage, and I occasionally tow a trailer, sometimes a heavy one.
My priorities are:
Driving comfort on normal roads
Ride height close to the original, without excessive lifting
Good stability and limited sag under load or when towing
Satisfactory suspension travel and off-road performance
Could someone using this configuration, or a very similar one, share their experience?
More specifically, I would like feedback on:
Actual front and rear ride heights before and after installation.
Driving comfort when empty.
Road handling and body roll.
Handling with passengers, luggage, or a trailer.
Performance on rough roads and moderate off-road trails.
Potential issues with suspension travel or the KONI RAID shocks.
I would also be interested in photos, measurements, videos, or recommendations from a suspension specialist who has installed this setup on a short-wheelbase Prado 150 without KDSS.
I understand that other versions of the Prado 150 may use different springs; feedback regarding the short-wheelbase model would therefore be particularly helpful.
Thank you in advance for your advice and experiences.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150, 3-door SWB/short wheelbase Lounge trim, vehicle identification below.
• Model Type: Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150, Lounge trim
• Body: 3-door, short wheelbase, 5 seats
• Engine: 3.0 D-4D 190 hp diesel — engine code 1KD-FTV
• Transmission: 5-speed automatic
• Vehicle without KDSS system
• VIN: JTECH3FJX05010105
• Production date shown in the Toyota catalog: December 2013
• Year of first registration: 2014
• Base model code: KDJ155
• Toyota model code: KDJ155L-GJAEYW
• Type/variant/version: J15TMKDJ155(MC)KDJ155L-GJAEYW(2 E)
• CNIT: M1GJT0VP008F385
• Paint Code: 218
• Trim code: LG22
Measurements taken on my vehicle
Position: Wheel center → fender edge
Front left: 512 mm
Front right: 512 mm
Rear left: 545 mm
Rear right: 545 mm
Difference between front and rear: 33 mm
The left-right symmetry is reassuring, but it alone doesn't allow us to conclude that the springs are still at their original height.
My conclusion for now is that these four measurements are perfectly symmetrical left/right, and the front/rear difference is consistent. Nothing in these measurements alone demonstrates that your springs are sagging. Nor does it prove that they have retained their original height.
To decide if I can keep my original Toyota springs and only replace the shock absorbers, I need a reliable comparison with a three-door KDJ155 without KDSS in its original configuration. It's this reference, and not just the 33mm difference, that will determine the issue.
If anyone has the same vehicle and can take vertical measurements from the center of the wheel hub to the top edge of the fender at all four wheels, for comparison, or has the exact front and rear dimensions with the original springs, I would appreciate it.
Regards
Hello everyone,
I own a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 KDJ155, short wheelbase (3-door), 3.0 D-4D, 5-speed automatic transmission, without KDSS or air suspension.
I'm considering the following suspension setup:
Front springs: King Springs KHFR-168
Rear springs: King Springs KTRS-102
Front shocks: KONI RAID 88-1712SP3
Rear shocks: KONI RAID 90-5404LSP3 (left) and 90-5404RSP3 (right)
KONI has already confirmed the shocks are compatible with my vehicle. I'm currently looking for real-world feedback on this specific setup, particularly on the short-wheelbase model without KDSS.
My vehicle is used 80% on-road and 20% off-road. It sometimes carries five people and their luggage, and I occasionally tow a trailer, sometimes a heavy one.
My priorities are:
Driving comfort on normal roads
Ride height close to the original, without excessive lifting
Good stability and limited sag under load or when towing
Satisfactory suspension travel and off-road performance
Could someone using this configuration, or a very similar one, share their experience?
More specifically, I would like feedback on:
Actual front and rear ride heights before and after installation.
Driving comfort when empty.
Road handling and body roll.
Handling with passengers, luggage, or a trailer.
Performance on rough roads and moderate off-road trails.
Potential issues with suspension travel or the KONI RAID shocks.
I would also be interested in photos, measurements, videos, or recommendations from a suspension specialist who has installed this setup on a short-wheelbase Prado 150 without KDSS.
I understand that other versions of the Prado 150 may use different springs; feedback regarding the short-wheelbase model would therefore be particularly helpful.
Thank you in advance for your advice and experiences.
