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Dobinsons Heavy-Duty Front Torsion Bars (1986-95 4Runner / 1986-95 Pickup)

$325.00
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Dobinsons Heavy-Duty Front Torsion Bars

For 1986–1995 Toyota 4Runner and 1986–1995 Toyota Pickup equipped with 4WD.

Overview

Dobinsons heavy-duty torsion bars provide an increased-rate front spring option for 1986–1995 Toyota 4Runner and 1986–1995 Toyota Pickup 4WD models with independent front suspension. The higher spring rate supports additional front-end accessory weight, such as a steel bumper or winch, without turning this front spring pair into a complete suspension kit.

Micro-alloy steel construction, cold-rolled splines and a protective powder-coated finish combine strength with corrosion resistance. Directional presetting and scragging help resist permanent settling. These bars are intended for owners who need greater front spring support, rather than an exact reproduction of the original spring rate.

Key Features

  • Increased spring rate for additional front-end load support
  • 1064 mm bar length
  • Micro-alloy steel with cold-rolled splines
  • Powder-coated finish
  • Directionally preset and scragged construction

Vehicle Fitment

Toyota 4Runner — 1st Gen — 4WD IFS

  • 1986–1989: Front torsion-bar suspension

Toyota 4Runner — 2nd Gen — IFS

  • 1990–1995: 2WD and 4WD front torsion-bar suspension

Toyota Pickup — 2nd Gen — 4WD IFS

  • 1986–1988: Front torsion-bar suspension

Toyota Pickup — 3rd Gen — 4WD IFS

  • 1989–1995: Front torsion-bar suspension

Fitment Notes

Important: Does not fit 2WD Toyota Pickup, 1984–1985 solid-front-axle 4Runner/Pickup, or solid-axle conversions.

  • For original U.S.-market torsion-bar independent front suspension configurations.
  • The left and right bars are direction-specific.
  • Increased spring rate is not a guaranteed lift height; final ride height depends on vehicle configuration and front-end load.

Product Specifications

Brand: Dobinsons
Component: Front torsion bars
Suspension: Independent front suspension
Length: 1064 mm
Spring Rate: Increased rate / heavy duty
Material: Micro-alloy steel
Splines: Cold rolled
Finish: Powder coated
Side Design: Direction-specific left and right

Which Torsion Bars Should You Buy?

Old Man Emu — Best for Heavy-Duty Support at a Lower Price

Choose Old Man Emu Heavy-Duty Front Torsion Bars if you want quality heavy-duty torsion bars at a lower price. Both options serve the same front-end load-support purpose, and there is no verified performance advantage that makes the more expensive Dobinsons pair the necessary choice.

Dobinsons — A Quality Heavy-Duty Option

Choose this Dobinsons pair if you want a quality heavy-duty replacement. It is also a great option when Old Man Emu is unavailable and you want to keep your project moving. It serves the same front-end load-support purpose, but costs more.

Our Recommendation: Both are quality heavy-duty options for the applications listed here. Old Man Emu offers the lower price, while Dobinsons is another worthwhile choice, especially when availability affects your project timing.

What's Included

  • (1) Left front Dobinsons torsion bar
  • (1) Right front Dobinsons torsion bar