Cheesebob

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Looking for suspension recommendation?

1986 Nighty 200tdi currently with britpart HD they are very stiff and want something we more movement that won’t rattle the landy apart, would like to keep the 2” lift

Thinking of these
www.heritagepartscentre.com

Suspension Kit All Terrain Medium +2"

Kit consists of 4x Coil springs 4x All Terrain shock absorbersMedium load +2" liftThe Terrafirma TF202 Suspension Kit is a high-quality upgrade designed for off-road enthusiasts looking to enhance their vehicle's performance and durability. This suspension kit is engineered to provide a...
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Cheesebob said:
Looking for suspension recommendation?

1986 Nighty 200tdi currently with britpart HD they are very stiff and want something we more movement that won’t rattle the landy apart, would like to keep the 2” lift

Thinking of these
www.heritagepartscentre.com

Suspension Kit All Terrain Medium +2"

Kit consists of 4x Coil springs 4x All Terrain shock absorbersMedium load +2" liftThe Terrafirma TF202 Suspension Kit is a high-quality upgrade designed for off-road enthusiasts looking to enhance their vehicle's performance and durability. This suspension kit is engineered to provide a...
www.heritagepartscentre.com www.heritagepartscentre.com
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I have fitted Terrafirma all round on my 90 during my recent rebuild. It’s not been on the road yet so can’t really comment on what they are like. But what I will say is that perhaps I should have asked around a bit beforehand, as I’ve read some very bad feedback on them since 😏
 
meego said:
I have fitted Terrafirma all round on my 90 during my recent rebuild. It’s not been on the road yet so can’t really comment on what they are like. But what I will say is that perhaps I should have asked around a bit beforehand, as I’ve read some very bad feedback on them since 😏
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I ran my terrafirma shocks for a good 7 years and couldn't complain about them for the price mate, better than britpart anyway. Paint doesn't seem to last on either the shock or spring from them though...
 
Cheesebob said:
Looking for suspension recommendation?

1986 Nighty 200tdi currently with britpart HD they are very stiff and want something we more movement that won’t rattle the landy apart, would like to keep the 2” lift

Thinking of these
www.heritagepartscentre.com

Suspension Kit All Terrain Medium +2"

Kit consists of 4x Coil springs 4x All Terrain shock absorbersMedium load +2" liftThe Terrafirma TF202 Suspension Kit is a high-quality upgrade designed for off-road enthusiasts looking to enhance their vehicle's performance and durability. This suspension kit is engineered to provide a...
www.heritagepartscentre.com www.heritagepartscentre.com
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I'd go with an Old man Emu kit if I wanted a lift. They are very highly regarded. You'll need caster corrected front arms id say as a minimum with any lift above 1". A standard pound foot rated spring if you use it for normal landrover duties. Only go HD if you're loaded up constantly or/and towing.
 
meego said:
I have fitted Terrafirma all round on my 90 during my recent rebuild. It’s not been on the road yet so can’t really comment on what they are like. But what I will say is that perhaps I should have asked around a bit beforehand, as I’ve read some very bad feedback on them sin
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Chalky. said:
I ran my terrafirma shocks for a good 7 years and couldn't complain about them for the price mate, better than britpart anyway. Paint doesn't seem to last on either the shock or spring from them though...
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Thanks which terrafirma do you run?
What are they like on the road?
My britpart HD feels like the rear windows going to pop out every time I go over speed bum 😂😂
 
Chalky. said:
I'd go with an Old man Emu kit if I wanted a lift. They are very highly regarded. You'll need caster corrected front arms id say as a minimum with any lift above 1". A standard pound foot rated spring if you use it for normal landrover duties. Only go HD if you're loaded up constantly or/and towing.
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Thank you, it’s more the smoother ride I would like rather than lift though, like driving a 4x4 go cart 😂
 
Why do you have HD springs anyway unless you carry a lot of extra weight.
Son has Britpart stock rated springs, cellular dynamic shocks on the back and TF shocks on the front which are still fine over 10 years later.
 
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Anaconda said:
Why do you gave HD springs anyway unless you carry a lot of extra weight.
Son has Britpart stock rated springs, cellular dynamic shocks on the back and TF shocks on the front which are still fine over 10 years later.
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It’s what she came with when I bought it, thanks for info il have look at them 👌🏻
 
Terrafirma rear shocks have an issue bwhere the lower stub snaps off, especially on lifter cars and without the anti-roll bars.
The fronts are fine. At least thats my experience.

The springs are OK (metalluricaly speaking) but the paint (as @Chalky. says) does not last long at all.
The (black) Britpart rear shocks are very good and have lasted well on my 90 which is often used offroad as well as around the lanes and B roads.

www.lrdirect.com

SHOCK ABSORBER HD 90/110 REAR

Land Rover Shock Absorber - Oil Filled - Heavy Duty - Rear | Defender 90-110|Part Number:DA4210|Brand:BRITPART|Supplier:BRITPART
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TF010 - Terrafirma Light Load Rear Springs 2" Lift Defender 110 / 130 | LR Parts

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There is really no need to fit HD springs ...

Steering becomes slighly vague after the liff.
Fitting castor correction brings it back into focus.
 
Many moons ago I made the mistake of fitting HD springs on my Ninety. After a fortnight decided I would like my back to last a good while longer and went back to standard.
Someone I knew fitted his landy with early Range Rover springs and it rode smooth but rather boat ish in the corners.
 
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