NP Pajero Suspension Upgrade

Submitted: Tuesday, May 01, 2007 at 21:33
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I thinking of upgrading the Pajero NP 2003 Exceed Suspension. Currently use it mainly for touring and will be towing a Jurgen Xplorer. I also like a lift of about 50cm if its possible. Has anyone any experience with upgrading the suspension in this model Pajero. Any suggestions welcome.

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Reply By: brett - Tuesday, May 01, 2007 at 22:00

Tuesday, May 01, 2007 at 22:00
The 50cm lift would be pretty wild! I guess you mean 50mm . 50mm is the upper limit due to the independent suspension, most people get somewhere between 30mm-50mm. I use OME in mine and got about 30mm, I chose OME as they were the most popular and had a good reputation 4 years ago. Now there are a few more players, the most common setup now is King springs and Bilstein shocks, most people would recommend them. Pop over to www.pajeroclub.com.au and do a search on suspension, hours of reading for you.
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Follow Up By: Member - John R (TAS) - Tuesday, May 01, 2007 at 22:30

Tuesday, May 01, 2007 at 22:30
Thanks Brett
Yes 50 cm would give a lot of clearance 50mm is what I meant Thanks for the link
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Follow Up By: Member - Vince B (NSW) - Wednesday, May 02, 2007 at 19:27

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 at 19:27
Hi John.
I recently did the same exercise & ended up with King springs & Bilstein shocks.
A much better ride great off the black stuff!! I went for the HD spring, not the extra HD.
Vince
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Follow Up By: Member - John R (TAS) - Wednesday, May 02, 2007 at 20:54

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 at 20:54
Thanks Vince
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Follow Up By: Member - John R (TAS) - Friday, May 04, 2007 at 00:05

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Reply By: Richard W (NSW) - Wednesday, May 02, 2007 at 00:32

Wednesday, May 02, 2007 at 00:32
My previous vehicle was an NM Paj which is basically the same suspension as the NP. I went the ARB/OME setup and was very happy. Went the HD springs in the rear. Certainly added to the off road capability.
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Reply By: Coolman - Thursday, May 03, 2007 at 08:25

Thursday, May 03, 2007 at 08:25
I would not go higher than 40mm. I think that is pretty standard. I think the only issue can be uneven tyre wear. I keep and eye on it can get then to adjust (the camber I think) and rotate the tyres regularly.

Also slightly bigger tyres can help. I have 275/70 on my NP 02 Exceed.

I have the Bilsten and HD Springs. I also have polyairs in the back for when I have the camping trailer on or I am loaded up.

Heaps better handling on the road and offroad is excellent.
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