New Suspension - lift for 2003 Prado 120 series

A normal problem and query which will generate a range of differing views on various suspension suppliers.

We run a 120 Prado which is quite heavy and also do a reasonable amount of off-road towing training so we get to see most suspension systems over a few months and on lots of different vehicles.

For the last three vehicles our suspension set up has always been the same; XGS shocks and extra raised heavy duty springs and bags. We are now using the new gold series front shocks and they are definitely better in our view but everyone has a different opinion on what constitutes a good shock and spring. A key issue when setting up is to ensure you have the same suspension set up front and rear to ensure springs and shocks are appropriately set up for your vehicle and the load it carries.

If money's an issue then you go with the springs and poly airs first as that combination gives you the lift you are looking for. But it will not be happy given you are saying your shocks are gone/going. Without the correct damping you are not progressing at all.

Another interesting set up we have seen recently is an EFS one which seems to work pretty well also.

I suggest you see if you can drive a couple of vehicles with different set-ups and work out which works the best for you. Most decent aftermarket suppliers will be happy to refer you on to clients

Regards

RobA

Put a Weight Distributing Hitch on it and solve your troubles.

The only thing that will level up your rig and restore weight to the front wheels

whatever you do stay away from old man emu.
Their suspension voids the Toyota warranty and they use every trick in the book to avoid honouring their own warranty

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