 | Home > Maintenance & Modifications > Who has a 110 with Bilstein B6 and OEM springs. |
 
|
|
|
| JOW240725 Member Since: 04 May 2015 Location: Suffolk Posts: 7905   
|
That's the setup IRB Developments say they recommend and fit most often. It's on my wish list. I'm just not sure if to go polybushes or original as a lot say the former are too harsh.
I also quite like the idea of fitting spring isolator but want to keep standard height. 
Will be following too with interest. James
MY2012 110 2.2TDCi XS SW Orkney Grey - http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic43410.html MY1990 110 200TDi SW beautifully faded Portofino Red - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post743641.html#743641 MY1984 90 V8 Slate Grey - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post744557.html#744557 Instagram @suffolk_rovers |
||
1st Mar 2019 1:44pm |
|
| X4CAC Member Since: 30 Apr 2018 Location: Midlands Posts: 212 
|
I thought IRB use the OME shocks more than the Bilsteins, I hear a lot of people say they find them harder than standard
I'm looking into making the ride less harsh as well but there's so much conflicting information out there it's difficult to know what's best... |
||
|
1st Mar 2019 1:49pm |
|
| LR Sam Member Since: 08 Nov 2012 Location: Yorkshire Posts: 235 
|
I have that set up but in my 90 and standard rear anti roll bar - personally I feel the set up is harder that original but it certainly makes it handle better. It drives very well but is harder over small undulations. You could always go soft superpro kit to help further.
No matter what you do, I would certainly be tempted to do the steering damper to Bilstein as this on its own made a world of difference to the steering especially when hitting potholes etc. |
||
|
1st Mar 2019 1:52pm |
|
| JOW240725 Member Since: 04 May 2015 Location: Suffolk Posts: 7905
|
To quote Ian Baughan from 2016 "Personally I'd go for the Bilstein B6 dampers, genuine LR Defender springs, an uprated rear anti roll bar (25mm) and a standard front anti roll bar. Both anti roll bars mounted with Superpro bushes.
I've used this set up a lot and is a great all round package. Lowered springs done badly are too hard, and a softer set up gives a nice ride, but limits load carrying. I have had progressive rear springs made, but still ends up getting a bit low when on the stiffer part of the spring."  James
MY2012 110 2.2TDCi XS SW Orkney Grey - http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic43410.html MY1990 110 200TDi SW beautifully faded Portofino Red - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post743641.html#743641 MY1984 90 V8 Slate Grey - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post744557.html#744557 Instagram @suffolk_rovers |
||
|
1st Mar 2019 1:54pm |
|
| X4CAC Member Since: 30 Apr 2018 Location: Midlands Posts: 212
|
Your so old skool James 2016
 |
||
|
1st Mar 2019 1:58pm |
|
| JOW240725 Member Since: 04 May 2015 Location: Suffolk Posts: 7905
|
Yes I must admit I was surprised it was that long ago when I looked!!
Maybe I do need to update my ideas! James
MY2012 110 2.2TDCi XS SW Orkney Grey - http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic43410.html MY1990 110 200TDi SW beautifully faded Portofino Red - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post743641.html#743641 MY1984 90 V8 Slate Grey - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post744557.html#744557 Instagram @suffolk_rovers |
||
|
1st Mar 2019 2:02pm |
|
| Zed Member Since: 07 Oct 2017 Location: In the woods Posts: 3286 
|
After trying out various setups the above was what worked best for me. Only with genuine bushes instead. i also have the Bilstein steering damper but I don't think it made any difference, good or bad. If I was to do it again I wouldn't bother with that. The only handling modification I intend to add now is the Bowler quick ratio steering box. i wish I had seen that info from IRB at the time, it would have saved me a bundle. |
||
|
2nd Mar 2019 11:42am |
|
| Caterham Member Since: 06 Nov 2008 Location: Birmingham Posts: 6298 
|
guilty.
IRB did as above (Bilstiens on original springs and poly bushes (possibly pro bushes not quite sure)) and I've had no reason to consider changing since. the dampers simply make it all a little bit more controlled. it makes the originals feel like they were a bit worn out.
I seem to recall the anti roll bar upgrade was loosely recommended too but I haven't gone down that route. |
||
|
2nd Mar 2019 12:47pm |
|
| Bluericky Member Since: 26 Jun 2014 Location: Cornwall Posts: 647 
|
I’ve got that set up on my 110 DCPU and it’s made a huge difference to overall handling, it feels more precise and cornering is hugely improved . I have also fitted the standard Britpart bush Kit which has let it down a bit as they’re really too soft .
The Bilsteins have made the ride a little harsher over the potholes but not at all unpleasant and certainly a worthwhile upgrade . I didn’t bother with upgrading the steering damper as read a lot of conflicting opinions so just bought an OEM Armstrong one. My front springs are new standard OEM but the rear I downgraded to the softer 110 station wagon part number giving a softer ride. I believe the double cabs and 110 vans have HD fitted as standard. https://www.instagram.com/hustynminepark/ |
||
|
2nd Mar 2019 5:31pm |
|
| Caterham Member Since: 06 Nov 2008 Location: Birmingham Posts: 6298
|
/\ good point re; the steering damper.
I did go for the Bilstien damper there too. It's a while ago no and my memory isn't the best. I seem to recall the only notable difference was it tends a go back to centre a little more accurately with a little more conviction but again not a game changer just takes helps take away some of the 'slack'. as noted above it all just feels a little tighter. more car like. |
||
|
2nd Mar 2019 5:40pm |
|
| Stacey007 Member Since: 25 Sep 2015 Location: Cheshire Posts: 3750
|
Thanks
I already have an uprated steering damper a tearafirma one? that's less than a year old So far I have been advised to keep the springs and change to the B6's  Click image to enlarge |
||
|
2nd Mar 2019 6:13pm |
|
| Bluericky Member Since: 26 Jun 2014 Location: Cornwall Posts: 647
|
This is a very informative video that’s been shared on here before . If you’re deciding whether to upgrade your steering damper it may sway you to do otherwise!
https://www.instagram.com/hustynminepark/ |
||
|
2nd Mar 2019 6:18pm |
|
| v8steve Member Since: 18 Apr 2011 Location: dumfries scotland Posts: 195 
|
have had this set up on my 110 sw. for a few years now. and it still amazes me how well it corners. (for a defender)
nice combination i think. 110 xs s/wagon s3 swb soft top |
||
|
2nd Mar 2019 6:48pm |
|
| Grenadier Member Since: 23 Jul 2014 Location: The foot of Mont Blanc... Posts: 5804  
|
Just had my B6 kit delivered last week. Will fit with standard shocks on my 110 DCPU. I’m staying with standard bushes as many on here say they’re good enough. Will give feedback when done.
Monsieur Le Grenadier
I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list..... 2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey |
||
|
2nd Mar 2019 7:17pm |
|
|
|
| All times are GMT |
< Previous Topic | Next Topic > |
Posting Rules
|
Site Copyright © 2006-2024 Futuranet Ltd & Martin Lewis
