springs/shocks

[millie2]

Hi all, HOW EASY is it to change rear springs/ shocks on my T2 LWB.
What tools etc and how long a job if all goes well
CHEERS FOLKS.:thumb2 :bow

 

[makeitfit]

It's a doddle, trolley jack wheel brace/socket set, wd40 and some tea
Back wheels off , support axle and undo shocks, undo one end of panhard rod, lower axle, springs fall out, repeat in reverse with new bits :thumb2
Make new cuppa, simples

 

[ste68blue]

Hi, i don't want to hijack the post but what are the alternatives for the two inch suspension lift on the rear; lwb springs or spacers?

If i were to put lwb springs on will it make the ride harder?
If i were to put spring spacers on, where can i get them from?

On the front, if i were to wind the torsion bars up to meet the rear level will it effect the castor/ camber?

cheers
stephen

 

[makeitfit]

Hi, i don't want to hijack the post but what are the alternatives for the two inch suspension lift on the rear; lwb springs or spacers?

If i were to put lwb springs on will it make the ride harder?
If i were to put spring spacers on, where can i get them from?

On the front, if i were to wind the torsion bars up to meet the rear level will it effect the castor/ camber?

cheers
stephen

No probs but it's been answered a thousand times
LWB springs on the back of a swb give about 1 1/2" lift and get a bone shaker ride
Spring spacers will work but it's a cheat and doesnt give you full pressure on articulation. Should be findable via google :thumbs
Once torsions are wound up then camber will need resetting and check castor at the same time :thumbs
Don't forget that to benefit from LWB or longer springs, you'll need longer shocks too

 

[ste68blue]

Thanks for the reply.

Do i recall you saying you can supply longer springs and shocks?
If so how much are they?

 

[makeitfit]

I did have but all sold now Don't despair though +2" shocks avail. from Llama 4x4 http://www.llama4x4.com/page2.htm
+2" coils from http://www.google.co.uk/url?sa=t&rc...84D4Cg&usg=AFQjCNGOrLPRfTcHk5R_7UaV_XzWGusGcA
Enjoy

 

[Fez_uk]

It's a doddle, trolley jack wheel brace/socket set, wd40 and some tea
Back wheels off , support axle and undo shocks, undo one end of panhard rod, lower axle, springs fall out, repeat in reverse with new bits :thumb2
Make new cuppa, simples

Don't forget to support the weight of the vehicle off the chassis too :thumbs

 

[millie2]

Cheers MAKEITFIT and FEZ just waiting patiently for new to arrive, Next jobs, brake pipes,front bearings and the worst is BOTH SILL REAR NEED WELDING. KEV

 

[brian0812]

Cheers MAKEITFIT and FEZ just waiting patiently for new to arrive, Next jobs, brake pipes,front bearings and the worst is BOTH SILL REAR NEED WELDING. KEV

why not just cut the sills out and put rock sliders in maybe im thinking of doing this with mine

 

[makeitfit]

why not just cut the sills out and put rock sliders in maybe im thinking of doing this with mine

That's what I did

 

[brian0812]

That's what I did

best way to go id say mate its never going to fail an mot on the sills then :thumb2

 

[Dynamics]

I'm 3/4 through the job of taking off the standard "Fashion bars". Just the rear chassis brackets left.

I have been thinking of having some rock sliders made, but this would cure the hassle of having to mount these onto the chassis.

Hmmmm...