Thread: New Springs and Shocks Fitted

I'm interested in doing this, what's it look like from a way off. Just wondering if you have to get bigger tyres too...

Does it ride like a couch now?

what did those new shocks and springs set ya back. need new suspension on my disco soon

are they the Lovell shocks or did you go sick and get the boss?

Looks awesome from a distance, more agressive stance now.
Harder for the young bloke to get in though. He is 5yo and a bit short so takes abit of climbing.
Pirelli Scorpion AT LT245/70R16 tyres fitted last year after the Michelins wore out. These tyres are approx. 15mm bigger on diameter but this now puts the speedo back to normal, was originally reading 5kmh too slow. Wanted to go the Maxxis Bighorns but the vehicle was too low (standard, sagged) and I didn't want to cut the guards to make them fit.
Suspension is softer now than the previous setup but I like that. Ride is now real smooth. We have a few roundabouts here which are about 3-4 inches high. I can now drive over them and hardly notice the bump.

Originally Posted by DiscoDevil

are they the Lovell shocks or did you go sick and get the boss?

Went with the Ultima shocks. Haven't heard of them before, but the warranty is good. Came highly recommended from Shane. Supposedly firmer ride than the Lovells. Couldn't afford the Boss.

roundabout tamers perhaps?

Looks good Warren!

Which model of springs did you get for the front and back, eg C51-015?

Does it sit level?

Originally Posted by warren9981

Suspension is softer now than the previous setup but I like that. Ride is now real smooth. We have a few roundabouts here which are about 3-4 inches high. I can now drive over them and hardly notice the bump.

Looks good.

What spring rate and shock rate did you use?

I'm looking to do a 2" lift but most places try to push harder shocks on you and I want a smooth ride with lots of articulation, not a spine jarring ride.

Any problems with the new hight and covered car parks?