Extended travel suspension without retaining cones

[Landi]

I'm looking into a suspension set up for my '98 defender 110, that will allow me approx 2" lift and greater wheel travel than standard. I don't want anything extreme; just a small lift and a bit more travel. What are my options without modifying mounts/using retainers etc? I dont tow or carry heavy loads. So far i have thought about APT super flexi coils paired with terrafirma prosport +2 inch shocks, but have heard mixed reviews on terrafirma products. Cheers

[frantic]

If you go a 2in spring lift and only get 2in longer shocks you've got the same travel just in a taller defender. Have a look a Gwynn Lewis challenge kit ( terrafirma copied it)in the uk , his kit lifts the shock mounts so you can fit a 11-12 in travel shock,standards about 8in, with a 2in lift so you get more travel in both directions. I've got it fitted with ome shocks (6070L from memory about 11.5in travel from a 3in plus front of patrol lift kit)and dobinson springs 2in lift and it's been great for about 4 years. I am going to need a firmer rear spring eventually as I carry a bit of load .

[Vern]

You don't want anything too extreme but you are looking at apt flexi coils😂😂.
Steer clear of terriblfirma though

[DiscoMick]

Tough Dog Suspension Dealer - Land Rover Defender Suspension

Tough Dog have several choices of shocks with a +35mm spring lift and +40mm on the shocks. The medium kit might be worth investigating for your needs.
Opposite Lock and Superior Engineering stores also carry Tough Dog gear.
Tough Dog 35mm Lift Kit Land Rover Defender 110 (Stage 1) | Superior Engineering
Lots of choices
Coil Springs | Superior Engineering

[DiscoMick]

I suggest you might have a look at this thread, if you haven't already, as it discusses a different approach, which could be both cheaper and more effective than lifting.

Front springs for a 110....130's or 110HD