Terracan Question for Jimbo

Dave,

The reason I went with the Toyos was that they were one of a few I could legally fit due to the speed and load rating required. They seem OK but they are bloody near useless in mud.

What do they include for $2900?

TJM did 4 new AGS shockers, new rear AGS springs, adjusted my existing torsion bars (at the time none were available) and modified the front bump stops, $900. I got 45mm lift. Tim D also had his done at TJM but they used Kings springs and he is also very happy with his.

If you like, give me a call on 0438 101983.

Cheers,

Jim.

Dave,
G'Day new to this site, being a happy Terracan owner I'll put in my 2 bob. The original tyres were hopeless, I was all set to get the Cooper All Terrains but got a deal on Goodyear Wrangler AT-R's that was too good to pass, they even gave me a 7 day trial period, if I was'nt happy they would change them! These tyres are quiet on the bitumen and have performed well on all my 4 wheel drive trips inclusive of muddy tracks, creek and water crossings. Most members in our 4 wheel drive club have either Cooper's or BF Goodrich, so I reckon you will be OK with the Coopers. In regard to the suspension upgrade I also had mine done by TJM, 4 new shockies, rear coils, torsion bar adjusted which resulted in a 45mm lift for the back and 40mm the front. The difference to the car from the original tyres and suspension to the Goodyear AT's and TJM suspension is chalk and cheese. For $2900 the factory backed suspension upgrade would want to be good, it may pay to visit your local TJM and pocket the difference. After the suspension upgrade which was done before the tyres were fitted I had been hoping to fit 265/70's in replace of the standard 255/65's to get more ground clearance, but missed by a few mm at the front. I had to settle for 245/70's which gave a slight 6mm improvement to ground clearance from the originals but at least I saved on having to recalibrate the speedo if the larger 265/70's had been fitted.

Cheers, Mark

I'm similarly looking at tyres, wheels and a suspension upgrade. Just about fell on the floor of our local Hyundai dealership's spare parts shop when I priced the trak n tow kit - $2000 just for the parts and then not available until after Easter. Priced alternatives at Opposite Lock - Tough Dogs by 4Way $1100 all up; ARB use Koni Shocks etc and their all up price was $1477. So a considerable saving either way. Would be interested if anybody has any history of either of these systems. Lift as per the TJM mentioned above will be in the order of 40-45mm.

Sourcing wheels & tyres that will not break the bank is the next job, as I've heard that the GRR is not to kind on pretty alloys.

Currently have the factory fitted Hankooks, found them ok on rock and gravel but in the sand had to let them down to 13lbs to get the same performance as other vehicles in the party did by letting their tyres down to between 16 and 14lbs depending on the size and make.

Thanks Dave, I've checked and we have 2 stores here in Perth. Will give them a call.

Hi guys, reading your Terracan tyre/suspension chat with interest. Looking at purchasing the new TD in the near future. I agree that the astrel Trekntow kit is way overpriced at $2000, considering it's only 4 shocks 2 coils and 2 bump stops!(made overseas/aus specs) not withstanding.
Give it 6 months, and they will probably throw it in with a deal.
I will look into the torsion bar issue, adjustment or replacement, preffering replacement, as lifting with standard bars on a long rough trip, in my experience may cause problems.
Very interested in the warranty issue with suspension/ tyre mods, any experience with dealers at service intervals?
Any one want to rate their new Turbo Diesel, performance, economy, fit, finish, service costs etc. Appreciate any feedback. Cheers Martin.

Troppo
Just confirming MarkC's comments re TJM suspension mods, no comments from dealer at service time(a 22500k intermediate service done on friday last) and no problems with the TJM products either

regards Ding
ps Jimbo how thick are your front bumpstops after the shave

Thanks for the input guys. Interesting and hopefully good news re the dealers, but ultimately you will only really know when a claim is made under warranty.
The TJM setup sounds good, and the price is fine. I wonder was there any comment made by the installers regarding the front end lift, ie how strong are the factory torsion bars? Would they cope with the extra load? Are they still within safe working limits? Can any one post a picture of their lifted Terracans, that would be excellent. Cheers for now Martin (NT).

Just caught up with this thread.

Just my 20 cents.

I ended up with the Pedders option, which essentially is 41 mm foam cell shockers made by Gabriel (I am told the Tough Dog ones are also made by Gabriel) with Pedders springs at the back and the front torsion bars wound up. From memory it was about 40 - 45 mm lift all round. Cost me just over $1000.

Cheers
Chris