Bump Stops Extending?

[greebo]

Hi All

I'm trying to extend the bump stops on my 97 disco due to the tyres rubbing on full articulation in the rear.

Just wondering if there is a quick and easy fix for this and if not what materials people recommend I make some out of?

The way I think it needs to be done is a central block and then 2 smaller blacks at each end to fit where the bolts do. Obviously longer bolts and new lock nuts will be needed.

Any help appreciated

Greebo

[discowhite]

or you can put a block of 50x50x5 box section on the diff plate and attach it with a s/s hose clamp. (threw the weld on diff plate)
works quite well till you upgrade to extended bumpstops:D

cheers phil

[MickG]

Looking to do the same on my D2 as well for the same reason so will keep an eye on this in case i've missed something;)

[simonr23]

i wish i had too much downtravel. my car hasnt been within 50mm of its bumstops. i think the aftermarket spring/shock combo it has+50mm lift means it wont ever get that level of travel.

[greebo]

Got a bloke who is handy with a gas axe and welder looking at cutting me some bits of 1 inch bar and welding up a extension for me. I'll let you know how much he is quoting for the 2 of em and how they go if I go ahead with them.
When I talked to him he was complaining about the price hike in steal. Apparently its gone up by 19% in one hit, ouch.