Shocks etc.

[Shane]

Ok just a few small niggles then my truck should be trail ready!

I see I need to replace the front leaf pack - they look a little crappy!

I also need extended shocks - currently have ranchero RS9000's in but they too have seen better days!

I have spoken to Ronald at 4x4 traction and I'll see what he can offer.

Anything you guys might contribute to this conundrum - given that availability is a bitch at the moment!!!

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[Shane]

Just a pic of the leaf springs. They are OME and supposedly their heavy duty pack.

I suppose the diesel D4D motor & gearbox weighs significantly more than the old 22R....

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[Ricof4e]

Those leaf springs are stressed Shane.

I don't think it will take much effort to either shear the shackle off the chassis, or worse...

I can't make much of a recommendation other than the above.

[Shane]

Pretty much my conclusion as well.....

Besides that it will surely affect flex and driving quality.

Thanks for the input.

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[Shane]

Ok for a short term fix I'll have them re-tensioned and add an extra blade.

All done professionally of course.

I don't teally believe in re-tensioning but there isn't any stock in the country.....

So hopefully I'll be able to wheel again soon!

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[iandvl]

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Besides that it will surely affect flex and driving quality.
...

Sorry. You mention driving quality. We are talking of an SFA Hilux here are we not ?

As much as I love them, I'd really not use terms like "driving quality" in the same sentence as "SFA Hilux".

On a constructive note, I agree with Willem. I'd not do anything too hectic with those springs. The look uber-dodgy currently...

[Ricof4e]

Ok for a short term fix I'll have them re-tensioned and add an extra blade.

All done professionally of course.

I don't teally believe in re-tensioning but there isn't any stock in the country.....

So hopefully I'll be able to wheel again soon!

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I am also not a fan of having spring steel re-tensioned. Dis vir kak soek.

It is near impossible to get the same temper on high carbon steel and if done incorrectly or by a moegoe, it will make it more brittle.

Think carefully before you consider re-tensioning.

[Shane]

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Besides that it will surely affect flex and driving quality.
...

Sorry. You mention driving quality. We are talking of an SFA Hilux here are we not ?

As much as I love them, I'd really not use terms like "driving quality" in the same sentence as "SFA Hilux".

On a constructive note, I agree with Willem. I'd not do anything too hectic with those springs. The look uber-dodgy currently...

Actually there was a time whwn it was damn comfortable to drive!

So much so - that the chap who services the diffs reckoned it drove softer than his D4D!

But the 33 inch tyres do help though.

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[iandvl]

It must be the springs then... SFA Hiluxii normally require kidney belts for the driver and passengers.....

[Mad Manny]

Is Ron of Traction4x4 looking into a suspension solution for you?

[Shane]

Manny we have discussed the possibility...

But I'm afraid it's probably gonna cost me a full set of crown jewels.....

[Prof]

In the pic of the springs posted....

At least the bump stops look ok...

[Shane]

[Ricof4e]

Shane, did the leaf springs give in yet?

Or are you still terrorising law abiding road users with your godlights and iffy-suspension?

[Shane]

I still terrorising everyone.

Struggling to get new ones so looks like I'll have to re-tension and add a blade for now!



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