Old Man Emu Ride Quality on NM Pajero

Hi Barry p1, I think I replied to your earlier question about suspension in your NM. With my NP I had Koni adjustables & King springs & because I tow a heavy camper I had load sharing or progressive springs in the rear (No need for air bags). Because I never really changed the Koni from one setting to another I opted for the OME suspension from ARB in my new NT. I wasn't offered the load sharing springs until I enquired and I was asked as to what weight I was carrying in the rear of the vehicle like fridges etc...ARB offer springs as per your requirements & I would think if your after a soft ride like a normal sedan you will not have the benefits of a good towing & or off road suspension. If you get on to the pajero club of victoria web site & visit the public forum there is a specific area for the NM model. You will get heaps of advice & views from the members, they are very helpful. If you are not 100% happy with the ARB shop you are visiting tell them that they obviously don't want your hard earned & go elsewhere. Let your fingers do the walking, phone other ARB outlets get advice & price. Sometimes you will find people will give you advice about 4WD & don't own one,never go 4WDriving & have no qualifications. The bloke I go to is an engineer & President of the local 4WD Club. Good luck

gooday Barry : I have had a few different suspensions set up's . one of the best was king springs 50 mm lift & standard shockers , the good thing with this is the cost is low and could be changed if needed . some time gas shockers are to harsh a ride .and if in good condition why change you shocks , also there was a thread last week re shockers , just because there a big brand names dozent make them the ultimate

cheers nick

Hi Barry p1

I've just recently had the OME medium duty springs and Nitro Gas Shocks installed on my 08 ML Triton. I'm very happy with the improved ride and handling. Certainly less body roll in corners. The ride is a bit firmer but I was expecting this. I wouldn't call the firmer ride harsh. I'm happy with the upgrade and would recommend.

Cheers

Geoff

Hi Barry,

My vehicle is a Toyota Landcruiser Series 70 V8 Diesel Cab/Chas.
I have the ARB suspension installed. I went with there advice and now have the Sports Nitro Shocks, OME Heavy Duty Coil Springs, Steering Arm, Dakar Leaf Springs 400kg. From that I also gained a 75mm lift.
The job was based on two things,
1. What I wanted to do with the vehicle: Being upgrade to tow a 3.5 tonne caravan offroad
2. What was being recommended by ARB against there in-house knowledge, and vehicle specifications database:
The end product was excellent as opposed to what Toyota supplied from new.
The original suspension was tested through the Gulf Country and up through Cape York, and I found it had a poor response towing the Off-road Camper (1300kgs).

I will next month receive my new caravan and look forward to putting this upgrade to the full test.

The other thing I mention is tyres and load they have quiet an effect on your suspensions performance.

My vehicle now has the Long range 160ltr fuel tank giving me 250ltrs total, also have the 3in Beau Dessert Exhaust system and the Tunit Chip, also a modified snorkel.

ARB, previously looked after my Landrover Discovery and it lasted me 14 years, and travelled all over Australia towing the Ultimate Off-road Camper.
I have found them to be very reliable, and great product knowledge.
At the end of the day you get what you pay for. Don't buy cheap.

Safe travels

Gary

HI,
Thank you all for your valuable advice. I will follow up suggestions etc.

Barry