Thread: defender front coils sag

Originally Posted by scotyp

Hi all;

the passenger side front of the 130 is sitting down nearly 50 mm so I assume I need to replace the coils,
has anyone got an opinion on the standard for $95.00ea or are there better springs for a little more.

Thanks in advance

Scotty

NRC9448 and 9449 are the OE numbers, I'd fit them back in again. Even with a winch etc they are the best option IMHO.

JC

Originally Posted by scotyp

Hi all;

the passenger side front of the 130 is sitting down nearly 50 mm so I assume I need to replace the coils,
has anyone got an opinion on the standard for $95.00ea or are there better springs for a little more.

Thanks in advance

Scotty

Hello Scott,

In case you live around Sydney - have a chat to Ken from Ultimate Suspension (The Ultimate Suspension : Custom Built Suspension for all Vehicles) before you change your coils.

Originally Posted by justinc

NRC9448 and 9449 are the OE numbers, I'd fit them back in again. Even with a winch etc they are the best option IMHO.

JC

Yep, I'd second that...

M

Or RRC rear springs are perfect for the front of a Defender with winch and bar fitted ,well ya at it change that head gasket as a preventive measure

Yeah thanks guys,

my thoughts were OE too, as for price etc its hard to beat,

thanks again

Scotty p

Originally Posted by rangieman

Or RRC rear springs are perfect for the front of a Defender with winch and bar fitted ,well ya at it change that head gasket as a preventive measure

Hey Chris, ........




To you!!






JC

Originally Posted by justinc

Hey Chris, ........




To you!!






JC

I didnt mention anyone,s names , i can sense some guilt here
Its cool mate all tougne in cheek

Personally I like a little more travel than those springs provide, particularly with a winch and a bar upfront, but the spring rate is just about spot on for a 130.
Browns Springs make one 17" free length, 220lb/in that works well. Rangie Spares/Les Richmond sell these as their HD 'Purple' spring for the rear of RRC's. They will give you close to 117-120mm between the bump stops when first fitted.