J Diem

I have a 1998 LX470 with 127,000 miles, interior and exterior in very good shape. I am having problems with the front end bouncing and have read the forums about replacement of the accumulators. The dealership wanted thousands of dollars and would not guarantee that it would fix the problem. I do not want to spend several thousands of dollars, more than 4 with no guarantee. I have priced a conversion kit from Suncore for 545,00. I have also priced shocks for a 1998 Toyota Landcruiser that has the same chasis. I have read one forum that said this would pass inspection. Front shocks surrounded by springs 160.00, rear shocks 120.00 and rear coils 100.00. This is 165.00 less than the Suncore conversion kit that looks to be exactly the same parts. My concern is that the computer will send out some type of warning or signal and a warning light will stay on at the interior console. Has anyone done this conversion and was there a problem, and if so was there a solution. ANY INPUT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED!!!! THANK YOU

I have a 1998 lx470 with 129,000 miles

I have a 1998 lx 470 and am having the same problem with the front end bouncing. I have read the forums and do not want to spend several thousands of dollars to fix this problem. The mileage on my car is 129,000 and is in good shape other than the bounce so I am not ready to get rid of it either. I have been told that there are many miles left to go for this vehicle. I have priced a conversion kit from Suncore at 545.00, I have also gone to my local Salvo's and priced parts for a 1998 Landcruiser which I am being told has the same chasis as the 1998 lx470. I can by the front shocks surrounded by springs for 180.00 and the rear shocks for 120.00. I have also priced the rear springs for 100.00. Replacing all of this does not look that hard to do. My question is what happens to the computer sensors that operate the self leveling system originally installed and is there a way to disconnect the system. My concern is that the computer may send type of signal and keep the warning light on inside the vehicle. Any help or input from someone whom has replaced would be greatly appreciated.