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  1. 9th April 2010, 02:20 PM #1
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    Replacement front springs for 98 Defender

    Hi all,
    Have done some searching and it seems the options are-

    Heavy duty OEM or 130 springs-NRC9448/9449

    Kings KRFR-03HD

    Also interested if anyone has triedWhite Tiger springs from Les Richmond Automotive
    Other sugestions also welcome.Don't want to substantially change the ride characteristics of the vehicle
    Thanks,
    Mary

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    I'd recommend that you go for the Heavy duty OEM or 130 springs-NRC9448/9449.
    I've had them in three Defenders with standard rear springs and polyairs and have no complaints.
    Roger
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    I have got 50mm raised height OME front springs, with standard LR shocks.

    Standard rear spring and shocks with "Poly Air" bags.

    It has got an ARB bull bar and a 1200lb winch.

    Ride is like factory, all good. Ride height is up a bit at the front. 92.5cm from the ground to edge of the wheel arch flare, front and rear, vehicle (2008 - 110) sits flat.
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    x3 on the 130 springs-NRC9448/9449 also have standard rear springs with polyair bags
    Aaron & Jacinta
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    I have in my 110 the factory standard springs with the Delphi di Darbon shocks and work like a dream.

    IMHO the standard springs on the Defe are very good, good flex and very smooth ride.
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    Seems the consensus is for the 130 springs.
    My next question is where to obtain them and approx cost?
    Any ideas?
    Thanks,
    Mary

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    Quote Originally Posted by malleefowl View Post
    Seems the consensus is for the 130 springs.
    My next question is where to obtain them and approx cost?
    Any ideas?
    Thanks,
    Mary

    I bought mine from Karcraft almost two years ago for $63.00 dollars each plus freight.I would Imagine they have gorn up in price a little by now.

    Give them a call or email Karcraft Australia
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  8. 11th April 2010, 11:08 AM #8
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    I put the OEM HD/130 springs on my 96 Defender (I have ARB bar and a bonnet mounted spare) and they have been fine. The decision was based on research here, like you. Sorted the front end droop well & truly and I'm happy.

    But having said that, my Landy mechanic and the indie service centre here wondered why I didn't just go the Kings option. Cheaper, available, and they've had no complaints. I had to order the OEM in.
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