If I had time to wait for the Superior stuff I would. As the lower arm I know if that breaks you are gonna be up one of those creeks in one of those canoes with no paddle.Quote:
Originally Posted by MudRunnerTD
If I had time to wait for the Superior stuff I would. As the lower arm I know if that breaks you are gonna be up one of those creeks in one of those canoes with no paddle.Quote:
Originally Posted by MudRunnerTD
Noice!!!! Dunno what those shocks are like though. Never heard of them.
https://www.suspensionstuff.com.au/3...an-patrol.html
Good website to look at different stuff.
Those Amada Extreme shocks look sweet but no protection on the shaft is a bit keen isn't it?
I have not heard of the Oztec shocks mate. I run the Amada Extreme Remote Res shocks on the GQ and reckon they are great!!
Why don't you lower it 3" Mark, put a set of 22's on a drive around ?? I got a grinder to chop the springs???? Its not like you go off rd anyway :) ........
I've seen nothing but great things about the Amada shocks and they'll be on my list when i eventually do my suspension. My shocks are noisy as and they've ruined my tyres lol
Your a smartarse George. Its called having other things in life that get in the way on my fun...
Hahaha you love it Mark!! Trust me mate you can't be as busy as me but i make the time to get the rig dirt lolQuote:
Originally Posted by mudski
Wanna bet... Hang on! Everytime I go out your not there so shut ya trap bucko'!Quote:
Originally Posted by Alitis007
So I have gone against the grain and ordered 3inch Flexy coils and adjustable upper arms from Suspension stuff. After a long winded chat with them I am happy with my purchase. I just bloody hope they get here in time to put in. I need to get drop boxes, shockers and panhards now. The lower control arms I discussed with Suspension stuff and they said its borderline when on a 3inch whether you need them or not. So I might leave them for now, get it all in, go for a spin next weekend and test it out. Then after that I will go either standard or plus 10mm in a stronger arm.
As for shockers, the said the Amada's are the goods but do give a harsher ride on the black top. As its not a full time 4wd (shut up George!) they advised on the Tough dog 45mm adjustables. But hey said these don't like heat too much and sand driving and long corrugated roads will shorten the life of them. But for high country he said they will be good.
Lets hope they get here in time...
Got my 35's today too.
They're messive bro!
I'm surprised no one has pulled you up about felxies. I've read heaps were they have sagged after a short life..
Then you get me and Darren running ome constant rate springs and they barely sagged after a good life and workout..
Anyway keep us informed as it all helps.
Yeah well they reckon they won't sag any quicker than conventionals but we will find out. If they do then so be it I have made the wrong choice but they will be a crap load better than whats in there now so I will enjoy it. 2inch OME with 30mm spacers and it sits at the same height as it did when the suspension was installed new without the spacers...Too late to talk me out of it anyhow as I have paid and they are on their way.... Maybe its time to put my flame proof suit on you think? Lol. Like I said I happy with my purchase, albeit a bloody expensive one...
Can shoot Big Fletch a PM he fitted 3" Flexi to his Patrol earlier this year
bahahaaa thats only a couple of times mate! And btw thanks for the sig line :DQuote:
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And so are 90percent of the 4wds on this forum....So a funny has not been made. I love my pony...
Lol but i don't know 90% of the people here haha. Can i put xtrail badges on it for you too?? Pleaaaase ??? Pml!!Quote:
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Dont buy the Superior Drop Boxes as they require cutting and i am not a fan. I have the Superiors on the GQ and did the cut. I fitted Non Cutting ones to the GUIV and they were so much easier to fit it was nuts. and if i take them out there is no reminder.
Something like THIS would be perfect
Thanks Darren. I will message him to see how he posts them. If its with Aus Post I am better off getting some local and paying the little extra. I have only next week to get everything and put it together...Beers at my place if anyones interested at coming over a helping out, or just drink my beer...:)
What do you actually need to cut too?
on the other side of town but these look ok...
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NISSAN-GQ-PATROL-DROP-BOX-TO-SUIT-3-5-LIFT-HEAVY-DUTY-BOLT-IN-STYLE-/281216466319?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item 4179cebd8f
http://www.superiorengineering.com.a...ducts_id=17231
Superior drop boxes dont need cutting.
Superior is actually closer to you then suspension stuff is (both either side of Brisbane) so if you need superior stuff, other then the fact its friday shouldnt take any longer then suspension stuff.
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Originally Posted by mudski
Yeah they look fine Mark, pretty much identical and will work fine
Yeah the original Superiors Drop Boxes needed Cutting and i have them on the GQ, you had to cut a square slot out of eh bottom of the chassis. Not very Kool! The guy that made the original "No Cut" should have put a patent on them, everyone is copying his design now and there are plenty that now sell a "No Cut" drop box.Quote:
Originally Posted by lhurley
The only issue is the size. The ones that Jonathan has are low profile ones. Like the Superiors. Thats what I'd prefer...Just gotta find them.
Bump stops! I forgot about bump stops!!!
Really? I didn't know that. I wonder why?Quote:
Originally Posted by MudRunnerTD
I'm with Winnie on this too. I know you've spent your cash but for your usage, I would have gone with a 2" lift and what was saved on not forking out for the rest of the parts (panhards, drop boxes etc) could have been spent on a rear locker which would increase your off road capability significantly more than the extra 2" of lift........
That's my 2c
From what I have been reading a 2inch lift is damn close with 35's. Don't matter anyway. I am happy with my choice. I can't wait until it all arrives so I can put it in. As for rear locker. Thats on the way too, but not yet. Gotta get this done first. Lol, so much for saving the coin for the TD42 build.
As long as your happy mate. I hope you are ok with being in a boat or are going to upgrade your swaybars. Having had flexy coils myself with the same description they give on that site she will be rolly mate. I only had mine in a ute and the utes don't suffer anywhere near as much as the wagons in body roll. They do work good though.
You may not need bump stop extension mates as there are more coils (so more steel) you may find the coil will limit your up travel. I'm not sure if you stuck with the supplied shocks but I would have spent a little extra and gone the amadas.
Thanks for the input Matt. I ended up going the 4inch Tough Dog 45mm Adjustables. I did think about upgrading the sway bars too but though to hang off and see how she rides first. Hmm so you think I won't need the bump stops? I was under the impression I would, especially if I went the flexy coils...
I would just wait until you can do some measurements before forking out money for them as you don't want to spend the money then have the wrong size and have to wait while you send them back and get the right ones sent to you if you know what I mean.
You will have to cut the bump stop plate on the rear diff or they will hit the shock and ruin it.
Yeah I cut mine after I snapped the rear control arm..
The guy has them in stock anyway so I might hold off on them and measure it up first...Quote:
Originally Posted by nissannewby
Fuck! Time to hit panic stations already I think. I rang the Courier company who is sending the springs down and they think I won't see them until Friday or even Monday!!!! Even though I ordered them last Friday. The springs will go from Burleigh heads, up to Brisbane, then to Sydney, and then to Melbourne!!! I need this done by Friday mid arvo at the absolute latest. I need a drink!
Should have got the Dobinsons or Tough dogs I could get...... would be here tomorrow.
Yeah that helps...I'm gonna have to get some springs locally i think just in case. I can't miss out on this weekend. Been waiting 12 months for this.
I aim to please..... could be worse..... you could be me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I had stuff despatched from superior and I received them today.
Nothing wrong with you mate...Quote:
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Not helping.....Quote:
Originally Posted by Winnie
You blind??????????
Lol yes I am... tell him to get the cheaper ones.Quote:
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What????? You make no sense ????
I'll make it worse too, it was auspost.Quote:
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Lalalalalalalala.Quote:
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