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| adiep Member Since: 18 Nov 2012 Location: Gibraltar Posts: 204   
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Hi Guys, my 110 is stock in terms of suspension, I guess heavy duty springs and normal shocks.. The ground here in spain is either deep mud when it rains, which I have covered with a set of BFG KM2's and when the mud dries, it turns into rock hard corugated and rutted ground - tons of potholes on and offroad.
Ive read a few threads about using different shocks and springs, but having never replaces these items on a car before, I have no idea what difference they make, if any. Having said all that, I want to make the ride less jarring on potholes and a bit more comfortable, but of course I dont want to compromise the cars overall capabilities. Can anyone suggest a formula that might do the trick? |
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2nd Mar 2013 8:12pm |
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| ZeDefender Member Since: 15 Sep 2011 Location: Munich Posts: 4731  
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How about the "airbags" you can fit inside the springs - looking for the thread now... Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing... Last edited by ZeDefender on 2nd Mar 2013 8:29pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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2nd Mar 2013 8:14pm |
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| ZeDefender Member Since: 15 Sep 2011 Location: Munich Posts: 4731
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Got it...
http://www.defender2.net/forum/post163721.html#163721 and these are similar: http://www.amazon.com/Firestone-W237604100...B000CMEXFY I believe Glynparry25 may know all the practical stuff about these  Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing... |
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2nd Mar 2013 8:25pm |
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| LandRoverAnorak Member Since: 17 Jul 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 11324 
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Better shock absorbers will help enormously. There are lots of threads on this but try a search for 'Koni'. Darren
110 USW BUILD THREAD - EXPEDITION TRAILER - 200tdi 90 BUILD THREAD - SANKEY TRAILER - IG@landroveranorak "You came in that thing? You're braver than I thought!" - Princess Leia |
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2nd Mar 2013 8:47pm |
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| adiep Member Since: 18 Nov 2012 Location: Gibraltar Posts: 204
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Excuse my ignorance... but what will happen if i get some Koni shocks? will it reduce the bang/crash head-shaking that normally occurs? reduce by a lot. or just a bit? |
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2nd Mar 2013 8:58pm |
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| LandRoverAnorak Member Since: 17 Jul 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 11324
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Essentially, yes. They are more responsive as they are gas pressurised. Do a search though, as there is lots already written. Darren
110 USW BUILD THREAD - EXPEDITION TRAILER - 200tdi 90 BUILD THREAD - SANKEY TRAILER - IG@landroveranorak "You came in that thing? You're braver than I thought!" - Princess Leia |
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2nd Mar 2013 9:01pm |
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| adiep Member Since: 18 Nov 2012 Location: Gibraltar Posts: 204
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Thanks.
ZeDefender, I like that, but isnt it really for people who laden the vehicle? there is only me and a 4 year old  |
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2nd Mar 2013 9:09pm |
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| ZeDefender Member Since: 15 Sep 2011 Location: Munich Posts: 4731
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Just an idea - I wasn't exactly sure exactly what you wanted but it's the only way I know of to change from soft to hard suspension on a daily (hourly) basis (especially if you have softer springs)... and it's pretty cool  Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing... |
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3rd Mar 2013 7:06am |
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| adiep Member Since: 18 Nov 2012 Location: Gibraltar Posts: 204
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Do you have it? Also, anyone know which Koni shocks? |
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4th Mar 2013 8:22am |
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| ZeDefender Member Since: 15 Sep 2011 Location: Munich Posts: 4731
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Sadly not - as I said, just an idea. Looks like quentin has
Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing... |
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4th Mar 2013 12:51pm |
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| LandRoverAnorak Member Since: 17 Jul 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 11324
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Heavy Track. Not the 'Raid' version, which are much more expensive and overkill for the majority of users. Darren 110 USW BUILD THREAD - EXPEDITION TRAILER - 200tdi 90 BUILD THREAD - SANKEY TRAILER - IG@landroveranorak "You came in that thing? You're braver than I thought!" - Princess Leia |
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4th Mar 2013 1:09pm |
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| johnnyturbo2002 Member Since: 21 May 2009 Location: Poniente Granadino Posts: 371  
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The really obvious option, though not recommended is to get a g wagen...
 2008 Defender 110 60 year Edition (sold unfortunately)
IN the hunt for another Puma for the wifey! 2008 Kia Sorento LX 😁 2.5crdi |
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4th Mar 2013 7:50pm |
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| adiep Member Since: 18 Nov 2012 Location: Gibraltar Posts: 204
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any rough idea on cost for the koni? |
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4th Mar 2013 7:53pm |
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| LandRoverAnorak Member Since: 17 Jul 2011 Location: Surrey Posts: 11324
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You didn't do a search, did you?
Typically, 90-95 each. Try Paddocks or site sponsor Defenderbits to see which can do the best deal for you, if you intend to order from the Uk. Darren 110 USW BUILD THREAD - EXPEDITION TRAILER - 200tdi 90 BUILD THREAD - SANKEY TRAILER - IG@landroveranorak "You came in that thing? You're braver than I thought!" - Princess Leia |
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4th Mar 2013 10:33pm |
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