Pajero Suspension

I have a 96GLS V6 that has now covered 175k and is well beloved. Sadly though, the suspension is somewhat saggier and softer than it was when it was nice and new. The obvious solution is to replace the springs (and shocks of course) with new items. While this is a relatively easy task for the rear the front is more problematical.

I want to end up with springing that is suited to touring rather than either sports car handling or rock crawling, so I am looking for compliance in the initial compression of the springs, with an increased level of resistance as the compression increases.

I am happy to have the springs set for "family duty" loads and use Polyairs to provide additional spring support for the fully loaded touring I all too infrequently do.

If the new springs were to give me a little increased ride height (say 40mm) then I would be even happier, but I am not willing to compromise my 4WD's longevity for the sake of an extra inch or two.

So, I am looking for suggestions on where to source these new springs, what sort of lift I could expect to easily get using new springs, and any related information.

I am looking at using Koni shocks - they were always up to the mark on my motorcycles and I believe that they are good on 4WDs too, especially as they are both adjustable and rebuildable as this is highly desirable for the front of a Pajero!