Toyota FOX Suspension! WHY ARE THEY SO GOOD? Tacoma 4Runner Tundra FJ Cruiser GX 470 GX 460

In this video, we talk with our buddy Dylan from Fox about Fox shocks. We talk about what kind of drivers Fox is good for and what makes Fox so good.
Call us if you have questions about Fox shocks or build-related questions. 303-909-6047. We are here to guide you on the right path, even if you do not buy it from us.
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[@alexs825]

My DSC adjusters had 1 freeze. Fox warranties it no questions asked. Happy about the customer service so far!

[@andyham6094]

Suspension is very tricky and def need to do a ton of research before spending a ton of money on all different types of shocks. So thanks for this video, always been a fan of fox shocks but the world of shocks has always been super confusing and tricky for a lot of people. Glad there’s videos like this to help people like me figure out what we need for our specific rigs and specific on road and different types of off roading.

[@DeuceDeuceBravo]

Great explanation of high vs low speed shock events. Thank you!

[@tomolesnevich9169]

Dylan was a wealth of info, good stuff. I love geeking out on this stuff.

[@trentyoung1135]

Great job explaining the different shocks

[@SandyCats]

Excellent information. Excellent questions!!

[@christianimperio8731]

I have been running the Fox 2.5 elite front and rear on my gen 3 taco and i have to say i love having the DSC adjusters to get that fine tuning after the main valving which in my opinion is necessary because everyones weight varies so it is nice to have those adjustments to compensate for those changes and keep a very smooth ride

[@hardmtnbiker]

I’m an avid Mtn biker and own a few bikes with Fox. I’ll be retired soon and plan on traveling across North America mostly off road with my bikes and gear. I have a 2020 Tacoma 4x4 TRD off road that is stock. I’m looking retirement this year and traveling North America with my truck and toys. I really appreciate your content sharing. I’m planning a modification with an experienced builder like yours. My travel is going to be off road as much as possible and just traveling to nice trails to explore and probably a few events along the way.

[@beendip13]

Great video! Lately I've been considering swapping out my suspension for something more tunable I'll definitely look into fox.

[@SuperSnakePlissken]

Best part of my TRD Pro Tundra is my amazing suspension.

[@Wklambert]

I have Fox suspension on my MTB (my profile pic 😁) as well as my 2019 Tacoma TRD Pro. There is a very good reason why I prefer Fox over all the other brands, and it has every bit to do with how much money they spend in R&D, and in race scenarios. Regardless of the vehicle, if it has suspension, Fox is there, on the scene, and ready to learn and improve on the daily. There are videos on YT following the mechanics and athletes around, and to see the amount of expertise and dedication the techs have, I really don't know why anyone would want to go anywhere else.

[@chrisking6695]

This guy 😂. You should talk to Chloe. She had her FOX elites revalved by Accutune. Night and day difference to the FOX off the shelf tune.

[@i_run_far1132]

That background noise was a nice touch.

[@ShockSurplus]

hey guys, we've got someone from fox here, make sure to do all the work for the day inside this exact 30 minutes

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Love the color combo of the elite series

[@lloyds_fishingjournal]

I love this video. I have a 2nd gen tundra that tows a 2500-3000lbs bass boat. I currently have a 3" front and 1" rear leveling kit right now and it doesn't have a negative rake from my setup. I want to step up my suspension game so what would you recommend for to keep it as similar to my current setup with no rake?

[@nitroburn72]

Love the content. Always love references to FJ Cruisers, since that's my current rig and I'm considering upgrading suspension, bumpers, undercarriage protection, etc.. When I bought it, I didn't know that to get it better off-road capable it would cost an additional $10k-$12k for good equipment. Little disappointed with that. BMC, regear, UCA (possibly lower, too), better negative offset wheels, larger-than-32" high quality tires, faster throttle response unit, 3" high quality lift, quality sliders, under armor (possibly around steering components, too), bumpers, winch, ropes, etc...it's expensive! I'm having second thoughts the more I've researched true costs of properly doing it all. Originally thought it just needed a $2k-$4k lift, bigger tires, a couple bumpers for, like, maybe $2k and a $500 winch...thought I'd be golden after , maybe $6k additional investment...yeah no. 😂

[@davidbeaden8860]

The best suspension explainer

[@alexs825]

The crazy thing is dobinsons MRR gives more travel than fox in the rear per the same minimum compressed length. I got fox but for rock crawling the travel of dobinsons might be better. Other drawbacks to dobinsons but still a great option it seems

[@tacodrewww]

I’m waiting for my 5100s to blow up to make the switch to the 2.5s

[@covapack]

same

[@tubeviewer4818]

Your gonna love the upgrade .

[@stansbruv3169]

Blow them up!

[@tygarski7156]

Mine just blew up after 2 years, definitely going the fox route!

[@silsilak1justukur447]

Hi I had fox long travel setup on my tundra, sorry to say it was very bumpy ride. Went for kings and o boy what a difference. I think we dont get a good support for fox in UAE. Many dont have rebuilt parts.

[@bratan9430]

Lot of info, thx 💪🏼

[@jasonkimble8926]

Good info ⚡️

[@brandonpiazza4765]

i just ordered the fox 2.5 without resis, 2.0 rear shocks. cant wait to put them on!

[@seekerfpv]

I assume these are already installed on your truck. What is your experience so far? I'm trying to smooth out the ride on mine.

[@brandonpiazza4765]

@@seekerfpvpretty good a little stiff on road since they are made for offroad but I also have quite a bit of preload. But steering with new upper control arms is so much better. No body roll at all and no nose dip from braking. Might turn them down slightly to get more down travel but I like the higher lift lol

[@seekerfpv]

@@brandonpiazza4765 thank you for replying!! I think I will save a bit more and get it with DSC.

[@brandonpiazza4765]

@@seekerfpv good plan, i was able to get mine for 1300 for front and rear total since they were leftovers from a shop so i had to jump on a good deal or would have gone with dsc as well! maybe once these wear out

[@Dexxtrr]

What upper control arms did you get?

[@4bvenom733]

I know fox shock for awhile cause it built similar for high end MTB

[@leardi58]

What shock comes with a stock 2023 Toyota 4Runner premium just out of curiosity couldn't find any name or markings thanks 👍

[@haystephen]

What Fox shock comes on the TRD Pro 4Runner, Tacoma, Tundra?

[@CoolRocksoftheWorld]

fox 2.0 coilover, are they side-specific (left or right side)? if so how to identify which is left and which is right? thanks

[@no_lft_shft]

Well looks like I'm going with fox shocks

[@BC_Hunter]

So if I’m towing I can just crank it up so it’s firmer?

[@troy3456789]

My Sr5 is stock. It is rough riding and extremely firm. Maybe something like this would help it.

[@Ranger_k16]

All bilstein's are digressive valved, so if you want a soft ride you need to look at linear or progressive valving. I also have an sr5 that I upgraded to 5100's which are better over stock but still very stiff. I was going to upgrade to 5150/6112 but was told I wouldn't notice any difference.

[@bittymcnasty]

@@Ranger_k16 what? Mines super soft?

[@Ranger_k16]

@@bittymcnasty I meant they are stiff offroad and on washboards. On the highway they ate fine

[@bittymcnasty]

@@Ranger_k16 oh ok

[@Mad21X]

Wealth of knowledge

[@mypovadventures]

Does a DSC help with weekend warriors that also pull small to med trail trailers, to help with real tough weight and having a steel rear bumper?

[@Runnin4Tacos]

It sounds like you need airbags 🤔

[@FOURFTP]

Can I run the 2.5 shocks with a total chaos UCA 1” droop ?

[@bingham417]

If we have a lot of highway miles before getting to a light to moderate trail, do you suggest any suspension for this? So like a daily driver that does more highway than anything and looking for just a small lift. Any suggestions?

[@Maximus01776]

Bingham09 go with dobison or ironman 4x4, save some $$$$

[@semperfiever]

I have 2.5 coilovers but with no compression dampening when I rebuild them could it be added with out replacing the whole thing I'm not sure if fox sells like an "upgrade kit"

[@alexs825]

Yea the DSC adjusters can be added. It costs a lot though. About as economical as selling and buying new shocks

[@Wklambert]

Stupid question (maybe) Can you cerakote or powder coat the springs to a different color?

[@ShockSurplus]

You could powder coat them a different color, will require removing them and sending them off to coat, wont be cheap or fast for just a pair of springs. Cant custom order from Fox

[@AFGixxeR88]

Why do some shocks say “factory race” and others say just “fox factory”

[@jamesb8818]

i noticed that your site does all kinds of toyota/lexus suspensions. i am curious which set of fox performance would fit on the 2018 gx 460. the title says gx460 so i am assuming that all of those would fit? can you help please?

[@Runnin4Tacos]

There are lots of suspensions that will fit the 460. It depends on which brand you like.

[@jamesb8818]

i meant out of the ones on the table. lol @@Runnin4Tacos

[@jamesb8818]

do the ones for the 4runner fit the 460? my bro is wanting to get the 2.5 performance maybe the elite depending on the cost.@@Runnin4Tacos

[@pb-ki3nx]

Are the elite series available for 2.5 gen tundras?

[@ShockSurplus]

2.5 gen? For 22+ not ready yet

[@surfer04u]

Were do you get them rebuilt at and what’s the cost ?

[@Runnin4Tacos]

There are lots of local shops that do shock rebuilding. The cost depending which Setup you have, Extended, reservoirs, etc. Can be upwards of $500 and up. Yes, sometimes if you have a cheaper setup it can be better to just purchase a new shock.

[@stuartkanof8531]

What Fox suspension comes stock on the 23’ TRD PRO 4Runners? Does it need upgrading or pretty solid as is?

[@ShockSurplus]

comes with 2.5 fox shocks with internal bypass, not something they offer aftermarket. IBP makes the daily drive buttery, while maintaining offroad performance

[@jesusguido6986]

A friend is selling me his tacoma trd pro suspension kit for 2k. At 7000 miles. Thoughts? Lol

[@Runnin4Tacos]

I think 2k is a bit expensive, especially if it's your friend. but hey people sell these for whatever they want. I see them go from 800 to 2k. For 2k I would get the Bilstein 6112/5160 set up and get a full 2-and-a-half-inch lift.

[@souvang2322]

Foxs over Kings!🤣😝

[@Halfwheelhell]

close your eyes. listen to the Fox dude. that is John Cusack, I know it. that beard and knowledge of suspension was a great cover, but I know it's him! lol

[@BigWheelFab]

I think they should offer an elite overland series.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Aluminum is actually stronger then steel

[@Maximus01776]

They're good, unfortunately they have to be serviced every 6 to 12 months, depending on your wheeling, that is a big no no for me

[@ShockSurplus]

most grandmas around here dont drive em that hard, so you can get more life than a year.

[@es.design]

I have the Fox 2.0 on my 2021 F150. Stock, maybe harsher feel. Especially the rear shocks. The springs start rusting quickly. The studs will round out if try to put them in your new truck. Fox reminds me of the OEM quality from the 80s when everything rusted out after 5 years.

[@frealsolidusauxil5873]

Would any of these fit a 2018 toyota fortuner ? Lol

[@Runnin4Tacos]

Oh man, I haven't even seen one of those in the states. Wouldnt know lol

[@frealsolidusauxil5873]

@@Runnin4Tacos basically a toyota hilux, body on frame suv sold outside the usa. I was wondering fox shocks would fit on them.

[@PureBlood777]

Who’s better King or Fox?

[@Yeawell]

Look up fox and king cut aways.

[@TacoDave19]

Definitely King.

[@AFGixxeR88]

@@TacoDave19 based on what? Most is just personal preference

[@TacoDave19]

@@AFGixxeR88 Based on everything I could gather from all the Tacoma groups I’m a part of, it is personal preference. Have seen no complaints from anyone having King’s. People with Icon, Fox, and others talk about them failing prematurely. Some even have RC’s that have outlasted them.

[@danquenell]

Fox is for the trendy kids, King for the ones who put their rigs thru some shit. Look at the KoH rigs, see what they are running to see what’s best.

[@peterc8979]

21 Jeep Mojave, terrible creaking sound. Front Fox shocks being replaced under warranty, not impressed. Dealer said this isn't the first set of duds they have seen.

[@B-rad303]

I just wanna know what makes my truck ride the best on shity terrain lol...

[@ht9739]

So you can put the 2.0s on a stock truck without having a 2” lift kit?

[@alexs825]

2.0 is shock diameter not lift height. Lift height is listed for these shocks when you purchase them