suspension choices

I recently went through the same process with my 100 series - although a very different set up to yours, after spending hours on the web and visiting quite a few places to discuss options and get prices I ended up at ARB. Too many places dont understand 4WD requirements and just want to flog their product.

I suppose only time will tell if my decision was correct

Best to go direct to a reputable spring manufacturer, tell them what you want , & let them make it to suit. OK ,might cost a few dollars ,but at least you know that it was made locally & not some El-Cheapo overseas thing of unknown quality that seems to be the norm from most 4x4 "expert" shops.

Look at someone like this

http://www.westcoastsuspension.com.au/4wd_frames.html
www.carrolls.com.au

Well that does seem a bit on the pricey side, but from memory I payed $660 for my rased 2-inch Rear Leaf Packs on the Explorer from Lovell’s and they are a lot smaller than the ones on a 75 series landcruiser, mine are a 5 or 6 pack leaf were the 75’s are like a 10 or something.

I recon that’s the price you pay for a quality product thou, At least you know they are made in Australia with quality steel and not in China with god know what, Not to mention the service I got was also excellent and I have never heard of any bad report’s about Lovell’s.

J.T, have a look at some of the archive stuff on Aux Coil Springs to leaf sprung vehicles, I did it to my MQ many years ago and it transformed the shorty, much better ride etc. No need to replace the leaf packs. Hope this helps in some way.

Where do you live?

If your in WA, try WA Suspensions Osborne Park. They know their stuff.

JT
I've spent lotsa $ on my troopys suspension over the years and if I was starting again, I'd do this- Keep the factory springs, fit air bellows front and back (back will be easy to find, front a little harder(google it, I came across a troopy with front back air bags). Get some decent shocks koni/bilstien etc. Fit some greasable shackles and anchor bolts with urethane bushes. Will be comfortable, adjustable and decent value in my opinion.

Matt

JT,

I was lucky enough to have Lovell springs on the Troopie when I got it just over 12 months ago.
The Troopie has done over 60,000lm since then and has always carried a lot of weight. The ride is stiff but comfortable but that is what I expected from this type of vehicle.
Lovell's have moved up Newcastle way now but they still use BHP steel and is far better that the cheap imported springs.

Wayne

Dont go overboard with the shockies - leafs dont rely on them like coils I only knew one of my back shockies was stuffed when I was board and pulled them off to test them. I replaced them and noticed no difference

When it comes to ride, ARB have had the 70series Toyotas sorted for a long time. They gave you the choice between Aussie made leafs and overseas made "Dakar" leafs. The latter are about half the price. And they give you plenty of choices re load.

I have mates with the ARB Dakars and I've got the ARB Aussie springs, and must admit can't tell any difference yet.

Any of the local spring manufacturers can supply you with a quality set of leaf springs. The local mob in Adelaide were very happy to supply me with heavier duty leaf springs, but they said that if I wanted better ride, to go down the road and buy ARB. I was surprised to get that recommendation from a competitor.

They say greasable shackles help too, but after the last trip where a mate's greasable shackle busted in half, I'm not sure I trust them any more.

Try Ironman Suspension website.Ifitted these to my 75 resently but havent done any heavy work as yet but sits up okay.use the B up front and C in rear.