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18th November 2013, 08:08 PM
#61
CERTIFIABLY INSANE
Originally Posted by
MEGOMONSTER
Question. Mono shocks.
Are they a shock better suited for off roading and less as a daily driver or same same.
Question.
Are they a better shock than the others.
Question.
Will I be happier with mono shocks for the rough stuff.
Do I buy shocks suited for offroad ing or capable shocks for daily driving.
I figure the first as I would rather have a car suited for anything the world throws under me than for what it will be used the majority of the time.
Or am I thinking about this too much.
Just buy Old Man Emu mate, you can't go wrong. It is a perfect all rounder setup. I have it under my ride and it is fantastic.
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18th November 2013 08:08 PM
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18th November 2013, 08:16 PM
#62
Moderator
A Mono shock is a single tube shock and is old a school mate. I'd be chasing a Gas shock (nitrogen) over a foam cell shock. The Nitrogen reduces heat and therefore reduces shock fade over corrugations.
A Remote res shock just has more Gas mate more gas = less shack fade when used on rough roads.
The remote res shock will make very little difference to slow bush work mate. Other than the fact that a remote res shock is generally at the higher end of the market so is likely a better shock all round.
A variable valving shock is far better suited to your needs over an adjustable shock that you have to set up yourself. (Toughdog)
The Old Man Emu ticks all those boxes and is why I am a fan mate. Don't reinvent the wheel if you don't have too.
I am very very pleased with the Old Man Emu matched springs and shocks package mate. If you absolutely Have to buy something other that a matched set then think about the Superior Springs. I have them in the GQ and they replaced the flexi coils and OMFG!!!!! Soooooo much nicer.
I spent a long time researching the products before settling on the Suspension Stuff flexi coils and Boss Shocks and Superior everything else. Suspension stuff supplied the Coils and Shocks based on the weight of my car. It was Never Right, drove like a pig and I have now replaced the coils and shocks. The shocks have been replaced twice. Don't rate it at all mate. You only want to do it once Mick.
Old Man Emu have 30 years of Research and Development behind them and their Springs and Shocks. Not many other Manufacturers can make that claim. And it should not be undervalued.
My 2c
Its a Nissan! =====> Its a Keeper!! ....... Got a TD42 in it BONUS!!
....... I'm a lucky bugger! I've got 2 of em!
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Originally Posted by
Rogue Dung Beetle
Wish it was Nissan though, Toyotas just can't keep up with the Pootrol pace.
The only good thing about an 80 series is..... the front end?? Wrong!!, the Engine?? Wrong!! the Full Time 4WD system?? Wrong!! Its the NissanPatrol.com.au stubby holder fitted over the transfer lever.
WARNING: Towballs used for recoveries can, and do kill people and damage property.
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18th November 2013, 09:37 PM
#63
Originally Posted by
MudRunnerTD
A Mono shock is a single tube shock and is old a school mate. I'd be chasing a Gas shock (nitrogen) over a foam cell shock. The Nitrogen reduces heat and therefore reduces shock fade over corrugations.
A Remote res shock just has more Gas mate
more gas = less shack fade when used on rough roads.
The remote res shock will make very little difference to slow bush work mate. Other than the fact that a remote res shock is generally at the higher end of the market so is likely a better shock all round.
A variable valving shock is far better suited to your needs over an adjustable shock that you have to set up yourself. (Toughdog)
The Old Man Emu ticks all those boxes and is why I am a fan mate. Don't reinvent the wheel if you don't have too.
I am very very pleased with the Old Man Emu matched springs and shocks package mate. If you absolutely Have to buy something other that a matched set then think about the Superior Springs. I have them in the GQ and they replaced the flexi coils and OMFG!!!!! Soooooo much nicer.
I spent a long time researching the products before settling on the Suspension Stuff flexi coils and Boss Shocks and Superior everything else. Suspension stuff supplied the Coils and Shocks based on the weight of my car. It was Never Right, drove like a pig and I have now replaced the coils and shocks. The shocks have been replaced twice. Don't rate it at all mate. You only want to do it once Mick.
Old Man Emu have 30 years of Research and Development behind them and their Springs and Shocks. Not many other Manufacturers can make that claim. And it should not be undervalued.
My 2c
You've definitely given me something to think about. I've had SS, wasn't impressed. I've also had dobinson and they did me well. I might see what OME can do for me. Your right. I want to set this new toy up once.
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18th November 2013, 10:30 PM
#64
Legendary
What about the Lowell's set ups?
1999 GU 4500 dual fuel
Il dado è tratto
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19th November 2013, 02:33 AM
#65
Patrol Guru
Went with Ironman .
I ended up getting bigger, but I have a quote for the 2" kit.
Constant load springs, 41mm foam cell shocks, steering damper, all fitted with alignment, $1600
Supply only, $990
Constant load was only because of present and future accessories.
Evo
Cheers,
Evo
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19th January 2014, 11:05 PM
#66
BIG & BALD
The longer it takes for me to get things together the higher I get.
First 2", then I was tinkling with 3" but now am researching a 4" lift.
I think I'll be buying things slowly.
I spent most if the night on the net researching.
Last edited by MEGOMONSTER; 19th January 2014 at 11:15 PM.
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19th January 2014, 11:18 PM
#67
SPAMINATOR
Originally Posted by
MEGOMONSTER
The longer it takes for me to get things together the higher I get.
First 2", then I was tinkling with 3" but now am researching a 4" lift.
I think I'll be buying things slowly.
I spent most if the night on the net researching.
If I was you I'd be going 2" and 35's
IF YA DONT GET STUCK YA AINT TRYIN HARD ENOUGH........OR YA TOOK THE CHICKEN TRACK
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19th January 2014, 11:22 PM
#68
BIG & BALD
Originally Posted by
growler2058
If I was you I'd be going 2" and 35's
How bout 3" and 35's.
2011 GU8 ST 3.0 CRD, ARB Bullbar with IPF spotties, scrub bars and side steps, Snorkel, Dual Battery system, Waeco fridge, Turbo Timer, ARB Roof Rack with 5 IPF spotties across the front, Custom full Leather Bucket seats, DPchip, 3" Taipan exhaust, ARE Intercooler & scoop, Autron EGT/Boost and dual volt gauges, ARB front locker.
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19th January 2014, 11:24 PM
#69
SPAMINATOR
Originally Posted by
MEGOMONSTER
How bout 3" and 35's.
It's just the legality/road worthiness with the new laws. Even 2" and 35's isn't 100% kosher. Mud runner has a 4" and 35's on his GU flick him a PM and pick his brain
IF YA DONT GET STUCK YA AINT TRYIN HARD ENOUGH........OR YA TOOK THE CHICKEN TRACK
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19th January 2014, 11:35 PM
#70
BIG & BALD
Originally Posted by
growler2058
It's just the legality/road worthiness with the new laws. Even 2" and 35's isn't 100% kosher. Mud runner has a 4" and 35's on his GU flick him a PM and pick his brain
I was just thinking that I'll have a meet with Darren and really have a good chin wag.
I really wanna get something going cos I still got his 2" lift on my truck.
I've probably gotten more info off him from all the threads his relied in, to make a decision.
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