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Landy nut

Member Since: 22 Dec 2007
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Springs - am having some trouble here so please help!!

Right, 2006 td5 90 pickup. Stock springs from LR dealer were all over the place which explains the not so good ride and odd ride heights. As a result I ordered a set of 4 HD springs from Paddocks. I carry some tools (large toolbag), my spare wheel and a mat and small shovel and recovery strop and shackles. I also have the rear area covered by 1 sheet of 18mm ply between the wheelarches.

Paddocks springs do not seem to be up to the job. The front rides much higher than the back and to be frank I am really p****d off with the whole thing. I was looking for a good ride height (dont mind up to 1" lift but no more) and a ride height where the vehicle sits level and I just cant seem to get it. I look at other 90's and they seem fine.

Can anyone please suggest a sensible set of springs so I can carry the above weight and sometimes a pair of dogs (60kg) in comfort and retain a sensible level ride height??

Ask any questions if you need to.

Thanks all.

24th Jul 2011 1:03pm

diesel_jim

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With HD springs on the front, and (not that you mention) no nudgebar,winch etc, then i'd expect a 1" lift.

TBH, with HD's on the front and no extra weight, the handling is a bit skitty.

personally, either go for some OME's (764's rear,or 763's if you want something heavier) and (i think) its 755 on the front?

or just get some factory springs. standard on front and some 90 HD's on the back. along with some decent gas dampers (again, i'm a fan of OME) you can't go wrong. factory springs are pretty good. dampers are average though.

24th Jul 2011 1:33pm

Landy nut

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Yep, I have no weight up front and am happy with the ride height there and I would say it is slightly lifted. The handling seems fine as I have a set of Koni Raid adjustable shocks and they are lovely.

The rear is HD and carries some weight (see below) and sits much lower. I really need the HD spring, but want to get my ride height sorted out.

Maybe I need a +1" HD spring for the rear or a 1" spacer under the spring seat to get it level?

24th Jul 2011 1:48pm

BigMike

Member Since: 13 Jul 2010
Location: Lancashire
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I have a set of iron man springs (the "B" version) which would suit that without any problem. they're 20% stiffer than standard springs and lift it by a touch over an inch, but with heavy load it sits level. the ride is also excellent. I'll be putting them up for sale on the board on monday along with a set of OME shocks.

24th Jul 2011 2:44pm

Landy nut

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Could you PM me with details so I can have first refusal? I am not able to access a computer from when I go to bed until I get home at night about 1945. Would like to know a bit more about the spring rates etc. Alternatively, would be great if I could give you a call to discuss. PM me if you can.

Thanks

Adam

24th Jul 2011 3:54pm

BigMike

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done

24th Jul 2011 4:06pm

bob neville

Member Since: 30 Apr 2009
Location: Marbella
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Iron Man springs

Mike

Could you tell me where you got your Iron Man springs from please ?

Just fitting a winch and bumper to my 110 and I think the extra 60kgs up front may call for some upgraded springs !

Thanks in advance

Bob

PS Google does not give anything meaningful !

24th Jul 2011 4:53pm

landy andy

Member Since: 15 Feb 2009
Location: Ware, Herts
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2006 Defender 110 Td5 USW Zermatt Silver

If you are happy with the ride, just not the height, use Gwyn Lewis packers under the springs. When I used to run OE springs I used 1" packers.

Andy

24th Jul 2011 5:31pm

BigMike

Member Since: 13 Jul 2010
Location: Lancashire
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Bob, west coast 4x4 in southport is the uk distributor, Paul is your man. Great guys, v v helpful

24th Jul 2011 5:41pm

bob neville

Member Since: 30 Apr 2009
Location: Marbella
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Thanks Andy.

Ride is fine at present but I think the height is going to suffer.
I have a First Four tubular bumper on at the moment but that is being replaced with a Terrafirma tubular winch bumper plus a SW Talon 9.5sr. Total weight of the bumper plus winch is 60kg so about 40kg more than present.

Just nipping over to Gwyns site

Bob

24th Jul 2011 5:46pm

bob neville

Member Since: 30 Apr 2009
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Thanks Mike, I will give them a call

Bob

24th Jul 2011 5:47pm

BigMike

Member Since: 13 Jul 2010
Location: Lancashire
Posts: 2253

bob, take a look at the iron man site, it shows you the range, B springs will most likely be fine for you and if andy doesnt have mine then you can be next in line if you wish.

24th Jul 2011 5:50pm

bob neville

Member Since: 30 Apr 2009
Location: Marbella
Posts: 3248

Thanks again Mike.

Just checked Iron Man and the B's do look right.

Bob

24th Jul 2011 6:06pm

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