Can anyone recommend Terrafirma TF122LT extreme travel shocks?

[MR LR]

Hi All,

As the title says, can anyone recommend these? The TF122LT, +5". Terrafirma Extreme Long Travel Shocks | Shock Absorbers - Extreme Long Travel Shocks Accessories for Land Rover Vehicles (http://www.terrafirma4x4.com/products_php.php?cat=26&grp=181)

They'd be going in an '83 RR which will have a 2 inch lift, and I'll make extended shock mounts. I guess I also have to get some extended brake lines too... (can anyone recommend a length?).

I've been priced $660 including GST for 4, from rovacraft in Sydney, suspension stuff also quoted me $600 for 4 procomps of a similar length, would these be better?

I'm quite tempted by the Terrafirma shocks, and will try and bash the price down a bit ;) :wasntme: :twisted: :D

Cheers
Will

[*RR*]

here you go; found here 4x4 Shop - Terrafirma Sttdmpare (http://www.4x4shop.se/tf_shocks.php)

Open length 710mm – closed length 430mm

[MR LR]

Thanks, already had all the data on the shocks.

Was looking for more of a product quality recommendation from someone that has fitted them... :)

Cheers
Will

[gasman]

Check out this link, may be of help.
http://www.raw4x4.com.au/SiteFiles/raw4x4comau/FEATURE_shock_comparo_WEB.pdf

[*RR*]

Thanks, already had all the data on the shocks.

Was looking for more of a product quality recommendation from someone that has fitted them... :)

Cheers
Will

I have the +2.. I can say I've had any problems!

[MR LR]

I have the +2.. I can say I've had any problems!
Thanks, I've heard one horror story so far, the rest is good, I'll order some, apparently they take ages to come in!

Cheers
Will

[lrx]

Thanks, I've heard one horror story so far, the rest is good, I'll order some, apparently they take ages to come in!

Cheers
Will


TERRAFIRMA "EXTREME" +5" FRONT AND REAR SHOCKS (http://rova-direct.com.au/terrafirma-extreme-5-front-and-rear-shocks.html)

They show in stock?

Part#TF122LT

[MR LR]

TERRAFIRMA "EXTREME" +5" FRONT AND REAR SHOCKS (http://rova-direct.com.au/terrafirma-extreme-5-front-and-rear-shocks.html)

They show in stock?

Part#TF122LT
Thanks! I was going to order through Rovacraft, but that's a much better price!

[lrx]

Thanks! I was going to order through Rovacraft, but that's a much better price!

Wow just noticed the price, good saving!

[MR LR]

Wow just noticed the price, good saving!
Now I'm gonna be that jackass that takes the price to rovacraft and asks them to beat it :twisted:

Cheers
Will

[lrx]

Now I'm gonna be that jackass that takes the price to rovacraft and asks them to beat it :twisted:

Cheers
Will

Bang on!

[Brad110]

I have been using these and they are impressive at standard length. They are huge and I didn't believe they would fit at first.

Replaced dual Dobinsons and very happy.

I removed roll bar with figment of LR tank.

I carry timber on the roof and wanted to control body roll.

They are comfortable with and without a load and much better than Bils on the front.

Let us know how you get on.

[*RR*]

Thanks, I've heard one horror story so far, the rest is good, I'll order some, apparently they take ages to come in!

Cheers
Will

REALLY? what happened?

[MR LR]

REALLY? what happened?
Bloke on one of the LR Facebook groups said his stopped dampening well... which is a bit of a worry!

[Felix]

Rova-direct is rovacraft........

I've got the OME equivalent which is from the front of a 4" lifted 80 series landcruiser. I like a harder ride than most so it suits me perfectly. Not sure if they are the same dampening or not but the length is exactly the same.

Haven't had a problem but will probably be running Amada Extreme next (also very similar lengths) for the purpose of adjustability.

Be sure to get extended brake lines, higher quality A frame ball joint, cranked arms etc etc when you fit these... Otherwise you will have a bad time.

[MR LR]

That's news to me!

Yeah brake lines are definitely on the to do list, as are extended shock towers, however what is the point of putting cranked arms in if I only have a 2 inch lift? I'll still be achieving the same up-travel, either way eventually I plan to change the rear trailing arms to get rid of the stupid pin thing, similar to what Rovertym do, as to the front, I really don't know yet... might have to get some spare arms and pull out the oxy and have a little play :twisted: however it not being a DD means that he heat isn't on.

Cheers
Will

[Felix]

It is possible to just run with the standard straight arms with a 2 inch lift, but your bushes will flog out earlier as theyll be working under strain at normal ride height. I had standard arms on my 4" lifted rrc with no real issues besides incredible bush wear and bad geometry haha!

Also you may as well crank them if youre going to strengthen them anyway.

Id like to have a setup which does away with the ball joint and have something more durable instead. Heim joints are illegal and arent much better..maybe a pivoting bush? I dont know.

[MR LR]

There is the possibility to use the same type of pivoting bush set-up as on the rear of a D2 at the chassis end, with completely custom arms. For now however I think I will crank a set of rears and run standard fronts with my holey bushes, might have to get some flexy chassis end bushes, I'll see once the shocks get here, I have to make all new mounting hardware for them aswell, so It will be a laborious process!

Cheers
Will

[micksta1973]

I've got them, never had a problem. Just be aware that they offer huge travel, sometimes the dislocation cones fail to pick up the springs. I'd recommend cranked trailing arms (these are a must I think) Terrafirma also make a upper shock mount to suit. I also fitted +2" braided brake lines.

mick.

[MR LR]

I've got them, never had a problem. Just be aware that they offer huge travel, sometimes the dislocation cones fail to pick up the springs. I'd recommend cranked trailing arms (these are a must I think) Terrafirma also make a upper shock mount to suit. I also fitted +2" braided brake lines.

mick.
Cheers mate,

I'm going to run mine fully retained as I really don't like dislocating springs, I'll crank a set of standard rear arms and reinforce them and then see how the fronts go, brake lines are a must!

[Grimace]

Just for reference with these shocks you should be able to run standard geometry and bushes at both ends. But you will get more travel and longevity from the chassis bushes if you run cracked arms.

Retaining the springs may limit travel slightly but it's preferable IMHO. All my springs are retained and the rear still utilizes over 13" of travel at each side.

[buah_rover]

mate brought the +2 travile shockers. he is very happy with them..

[MR LR]

Got my shockies last week, wow they are long!, they're sitting in the garage at the moment waiting for me to lift the car and make the brackets for them to fit.

I'll report back.

Cheers
Will

[3lud13]

Hi All,

As the title says, can anyone recommend these? The TF122LT, +5". Terrafirma Extreme Long Travel Shocks | Shock Absorbers - Extreme Long Travel Shocks Accessories for Land Rover Vehicles (http://www.terrafirma4x4.com/products_php.php?cat=26&grp=181)

They'd be going in an '83 RR which will have a 2 inch lift, and I'll make extended shock mounts. I guess I also have to get some extended brake lines too... (can anyone recommend a length?).

I've been priced $660 including GST for 4, from rovacraft in Sydney, suspension stuff also quoted me $600 for 4 procomps of a similar length, would these be better?

I'm quite tempted by the Terrafirma shocks, and will try and bash the price down a bit ;) :wasntme: :twisted: :D

Cheers
Will

Just wondering how you went with these shocks as they have come up on my list of possible shock choices for my 95 disco. Would be looking at raising front and rear top shock towers longer brake lines and some heavy duty 2" coils wanting to keep it Victorian legal and need new shocks before roadworthy.
Wont be running dislocation cones but figured the 5" shock should give me plenty more travel with only a 2" lift.