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    That's 50mm above standard ride height though...

    Though any hwy height above standard road height limits the size of the tires...

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    I did something the other day that goes against this thread! I de-lifted my blue P38! That's right, I returned the suspension back to completely standard (including the height sensors)!

    I only did it as the vehicle will be up for sale soon and 1) it wouldn't fetch any more $$ lifted anyway, and 2) it gives me the option to put the lift under the new P38 when I'm ready!

    It took 10hrs to de-lift by myself, the fun was un-stitching the welds on the rear diff as I'd welded the rear spacers to the diff for a bit of security. There was about 6hrs in just the rear alone, plus I had to remove my second EAS compressor to get to the LF shock bolt and air line for the spring.

    Next time I lift a P38 I will:
    - Not be using Terrafirma shocks. They are too firm for my liking (and I'm only 30).
    - Position the welds for easier removal if needed.
    - Start before midday!
    - Enjoy it just as much!

    Cheers
    Keithy

    2002 P38 Range Rover HSE

    Sequential LPG - Redarc Charger - TPMS - Ashcroft Locker
    Wheel Carrier - Bullbar & Spotlights - 285/75/16 BFG KM3’s
    On Board Solar - Stainless Snorkel - 2” Suspension Lift

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    slight change of plan

    Having read the start of this thread a bit more closely I noticed the issue with the front airspring rubbing if there is a load on the front of the truck, as I have a bullbar and a lump of cast iron for an engine I decided to go with top spacers for the front springs.

    Trouble is, now I am at the point of spending money and I am a bit fiscally challenged, so the plan is to get Chinese gen 3 springs to get me going, then get a front and rear Arnott spares, then another front and rear Arnott and swap them, keeping the cheapies as spares so I have a gen 3 length replacement should the need arise. That's the plan anyway.

    Shocks on the cheap, is it alright to put the fronts on the back to get the extra length, could I put fronts all round, how much would it cost in suspension travel, would the damping be correct with front shocks in the rear?

    I understand if no one wants to try answering that lot but any comments greatly appreciated.
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    Swapping shocks from front to back no problem. You will gain your extra couple of inches. Leaving standard shocks on the front if you lift you will lose whatever height you have raised. As far as I know damping rates are the same for front and rear.
    I have spacers on top of the springs at the front absolutely no rubbing at all with around 5 mm of clearance at all heights.
    Gary

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    Modified 1996 p38a HSE sold

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    That's a good way of getting it done on the cheap mate. By purchasing your Arnott springs over time absorbs the cost!

    Good work!

    For the record, after I pulled the lift out of the blue Rangie, there were no rub marks on either front spring (but I don't have a bullbar or anything heavy residing up front).

    Good work mate!
    Cheers
    Keithy

    2002 P38 Range Rover HSE

    Sequential LPG - Redarc Charger - TPMS - Ashcroft Locker
    Wheel Carrier - Bullbar & Spotlights - 285/75/16 BFG KM3’s
    On Board Solar - Stainless Snorkel - 2” Suspension Lift

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    Managed to get a pair of front Chinese gen 3 springs for $216 delivered, hopefully the rears will be available for the same price when the next bit of funding is available.

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    Under the front today, could I get away with making a 50mm spacer for a front shock mount extension and using standard shocks?

    Thinking 50 x50 box with a 6mm wall should be strong enough

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    I guess you could, although not sure on the legalities of it!

    2002 P38 Range Rover HSE

    Sequential LPG - Redarc Charger - TPMS - Ashcroft Locker
    Wheel Carrier - Bullbar & Spotlights - 285/75/16 BFG KM3’s
    On Board Solar - Stainless Snorkel - 2” Suspension Lift

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    Quote Originally Posted by Keithy P38 View Post
    I guess you could, although not sure on the legalities of it!

    Good point, hadn't thought of that.

    I have replied to your message and will be very gratefully buy the Terrafirma shocks if you have no further need for them, just rear springs to get and the real fun can start!


    Thanks again to everyone for your assistance

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    Just noticed a major milestone has been passed on this thread, it just gone past 10,000 views!
    Gary

    2007 Range Rover Sport TDV8

    Modified 1996 p38a HSE sold

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