Parabolic Springs - Page 9

Tapage · 04-03-08, 11:41 AM

Pics of the parabolic setup flexing .. ?

Eshu Elegua · 04-03-08, 09:31 PM

hi to all,take a look at man a fre web site,look on sale items,it looks that they have a clearance sale on parabolic springs.......???????? HST Parabolic Leaf Springs

calphi27 · 04-03-08, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eshu Elegua

hi to all,take a look at man a fre web site,look on sale items,it looks that they have a clearance sale on parabolic springs.......???????? HST Parabolic Leaf Springs

eshu, that is exactly what we are talking about. read the previous pages.

CKaya84 · 04-04-08, 10:48 PM

Tapage: I'm wondering what the long term wear and tear effect will have on them. Are they up to par with the other manufacturers producing springs or not?

Tapage · 04-05-08, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CKaya84

Tapage: I'm wondering what the long term wear and tear effect will have on them. Are they up to par with the other manufacturers producing springs or not?

Not sure .. I never try a parabolic setup by miself .. `but always interested in know more about 'em.

Gallo Pinto · 04-07-08, 06:07 PM

Took some pictures of the truck today. The suspension seems to be getting not as bouncy as before, me likes....!

calphi27 · 04-07-08, 07:14 PM

looks good. it is funny to see such small looking leaf springs in the rear. is your rear shackle mounted correctly?

Marc311 · 04-07-08, 07:47 PM

Gallo Pinto -
Do you have any side view shots (not flexing). And are those 31"s?

Gallo Pinto · 04-07-08, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by calphi27

looks good. it is funny to see such small looking leaf springs in the rear. is your rear shackle mounted correctly?

I hope so. Do they look weird to you?

Gallo Pinto · 04-07-08, 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marc311

Gallo Pinto -
Do you have any side view shots (not flexing). And are those 31"s?

31x10.50's
This one taken while I was parked pointing downhill.

CKaya84 · 04-08-08, 12:46 AM

So sexy. Can you possibly post pics of her loaded up in the back to see if/how it sags please? Thanks

calphi27 · 04-08-08, 08:20 AM

Gallo, you should have known that you would be our guinea pig for the parabolics from all the interest in this thread. Thanks for posting pics so far, and we are looking forward to more!

Gallo Pinto · 04-08-08, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CKaya84

So sexy. Can you possibly post pics of her loaded up in the back to see if/how it sags please? Thanks

I have all my equipment loaded up in the back in this picture, about 100 lbs. Next time I get some soil samples I'll take some more pics.

Gallo Pinto · 04-09-08, 05:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by calphi27

Gallo, you should have known that you would be our guinea pig for the parabolics from all the interest in this thread. Thanks for posting pics so far, and we are looking forward to more!

My pleasure.

lonajames7 · 07-02-08, 10:14 AM

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chukardog · 07-02-08, 07:56 PM

start your own thread

HighPlainsDrifter · 07-04-08, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by chukardog

start your own thread

Ya really.

tclndcrz · 07-04-08, 12:07 PM

just an update... my front parabolics are still holding up real nice

Darkrealms · 07-04-08, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tclndcrz

just an update... my front parabolics are still holding up real nice

Thanks for the update! Good to know.

calphi27 · 07-04-08, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tclndcrz

just an update... my front parabolics are still holding up real nice

we are ready for some more pics and further insight on them

GLTHFJ60 · 07-04-08, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by calphi27

we are ready for some more pics and further insight on them

Ditto!!!

wengejor · 08-26-08, 07:05 PM

I called up MAF tonight and they still have one TIC set left over....I was thinking about pulling the trigger. Any more insights from the people who bought the other few sets that were available...now that it has been a few months?

ad20k · 08-26-08, 07:44 PM

I have had a set on TNTs on my 62 for about a month now. So far I like the ride, and the combination of the parabolics, 4plus 4-3/8" greasable anti-inversion shackles and ProComp ES9000 shocks are a huge improvement over the tired stock suspension and lifted 2.5" in front and 3.2" in back. There is no difference in measurements side to side. Shackle angles are pretty much dead vertical.

Only complication with installation was the spring packs are much thinner, which wasn't a problem in the fronts. In the rear, the ubolts I got from JT outfitters didn't have enough threads to hold the thinner pack, so I put in some temporary spacers. For a more permanent solution, I bought a 4plus ubolt flip kit for the rear, but have not yet installed it.

I haven't been off road yet.

I'll post pics soon.

wengejor · 08-26-08, 08:20 PM

sweet, thanks for the update. I look forward to the pics. Did you buy this from MAF as a kit with the ProComp ES9000 shocks or did you get them someplace else?

ad20k · 08-26-08, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wengejor

sweet, thanks for the update. I look forward to the pics. Did you buy this from MAF as a kit with the ProComp ES9000 shocks or did you get them someplace else?

I just bought the springs and shackles from MAF. 4wheel parts had an internet deal for 4 ES9000 and a steering stabilizer for $149.99. Poly bushings and ubolts came from JT Outfitters.

ad20k · 08-27-08, 07:17 PM

Here are before and after pics

ad20k · 08-27-08, 07:22 PM

Shackle angle pics

04-04-08, 10:48 PM	#244
CKaya84 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Gilbert, AZ TLCA# 18213 Posts: 112	Tapage: I'm wondering what the long term wear and tear effect will have on them. Are they up to par with the other manufacturers producing springs or not? __________________ 1989 FJ62: In the family since new. OME lift finally. Longfields and Aussie's to come. 2000 Camaro SS: Fast enough in stock trim, but always looking for more.

04-07-08, 06:07 PM	#246
Gallo Pinto IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 79	Took some pictures of the truck today. The suspension seems to be getting not as bouncy as before, me likes....! Attached Images

04-07-08, 07:14 PM	#247
calphi27 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Denver Posts: 806	looks good. it is funny to see such small looking leaf springs in the rear. is your rear shackle mounted correctly? __________________ 1990 FJ62 aka -HogMauler- (OME Med-SR-ARB Bull Bar-SROR Sliders) TLCA# 11319 1995 Saab 9k Aero (Custom intake and exhaust) ----- HOPKINS BAY RESORT ----- ---Ask Me About Getting An iPhone or a Wii---

04-07-08, 07:47 PM	#248
Marc311 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 596	Gallo Pinto - Do you have any side view shots (not flexing). And are those 31"s? __________________ 87 FJ60 31 x10.5 Silent Armors, LEDed, H4ed, Damplified, 4Runner calipered, and re-knuckled

04-08-08, 12:46 AM	#251
CKaya84 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Gilbert, AZ TLCA# 18213 Posts: 112	So sexy. Can you possibly post pics of her loaded up in the back to see if/how it sags please? Thanks __________________ 1989 FJ62: In the family since new. OME lift finally. Longfields and Aussie's to come. 2000 Camaro SS: Fast enough in stock trim, but always looking for more.

04-03-08, 09:31 PM	#242
Eshu Elegua Expedition RooKie Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Land with No Mountains Posts: 224	hi to all,take a look at man a fre web site,look on sale items,it looks that they have a clearance sale on parabolic springs.......???????? HST Parabolic Leaf Springs

04-08-08, 08:20 AM	#252
calphi27 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Denver Posts: 806	Gallo, you should have known that you would be our guinea pig for the parabolics from all the interest in this thread. Thanks for posting pics so far, and we are looking forward to more! __________________ 1990 FJ62 aka -HogMauler- (OME Med-SR-ARB Bull Bar-SROR Sliders) TLCA# 11319 1995 Saab 9k Aero (Custom intake and exhaust) ----- HOPKINS BAY RESORT ----- ---Ask Me About Getting An iPhone or a Wii---

07-02-08, 10:14 AM	#255
lonajames7 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1	IH8MUD™ Forums > Toyota Tech Forums > 60-Series Wagons > Thinking of buying a Hi, I am looking into roof top tents, as opposed to a expedition trailer. However, I am having a hard time finding information on tents obtainable in US. Most sites I have found are not located in the US and do not export.I like the idea of a plastic derived travel case. If made right, its more weather proof and durable than the PVC covers on most other tents out there. Materials and craftsmanship seems relatively decent. ================================================= lonajames, Addiction Recovery Colorado Addiction Recovery Colorado

07-02-08, 07:56 PM	#256
chukardog IH8MUD Addict Join Date: May 2007 Location: Snohomish, Wa Posts: 703	start your own thread

07-04-08, 12:07 PM	#258
tclndcrz IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Bozeman MT TLCA# 14430 Posts: 933	just an update... my front parabolics are still holding up real nice __________________ -Thomas Crumrine TLCA #14430 88 FJ62 33x12.5 BFG A/Ts, front parabolics, ARB bumper, warn xd9000, 2badfjs sliders, aussie lockers, longfields, durabak, flowmaster, rear disks...

08-26-08, 07:05 PM	#262
wengejor IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: CinCinNati Ohio TLCA# 18975 Posts: 293	I called up MAF tonight and they still have one TIC set left over....I was thinking about pulling the trigger. Any more insights from the people who bought the other few sets that were available...now that it has been a few months? __________________ 1987 FJ60 Land Cruiser 1984 VW Rabbit GTI

08-26-08, 07:44 PM	#263
ad20k IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 112	TNTs installed I have had a set on TNTs on my 62 for about a month now. So far I like the ride, and the combination of the parabolics, 4plus 4-3/8" greasable anti-inversion shackles and ProComp ES9000 shocks are a huge improvement over the tired stock suspension and lifted 2.5" in front and 3.2" in back. There is no difference in measurements side to side. Shackle angles are pretty much dead vertical. Only complication with installation was the spring packs are much thinner, which wasn't a problem in the fronts. In the rear, the ubolts I got from JT outfitters didn't have enough threads to hold the thinner pack, so I put in some temporary spacers. For a more permanent solution, I bought a 4plus ubolt flip kit for the rear, but have not yet installed it. I haven't been off road yet. I'll post pics soon. __________________ Aaron 88 FJ62 - 31x10.5, parabolics, Scion radio, e85 flex fueler, 4 runner calipers, D'amplified, Wagongear weatherstrip. My DD commuter truck.

08-26-08, 08:20 PM	#264
wengejor IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: CinCinNati Ohio TLCA# 18975 Posts: 293	sweet, thanks for the update. I look forward to the pics. Did you buy this from MAF as a kit with the ProComp ES9000 shocks or did you get them someplace else? __________________ 1987 FJ60 Land Cruiser 1984 VW Rabbit GTI

08-27-08, 07:17 PM	#266
ad20k IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 112	Here are before and after pics Attached Images __________________ Aaron 88 FJ62 - 31x10.5, parabolics, Scion radio, e85 flex fueler, 4 runner calipers, D'amplified, Wagongear weatherstrip. My DD commuter truck.

08-27-08, 07:22 PM	#267
ad20k IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 112	Shackle angle pics Attached Images __________________ Aaron 88 FJ62 - 31x10.5, parabolics, Scion radio, e85 flex fueler, 4 runner calipers, D'amplified, Wagongear weatherstrip. My DD commuter truck.