This recent year I've installed a few new aftermarket additions to my FZJ80, and with that came a lot of extra weight (mainly in the rear) that my current springs don't appreciate too much. Without extra cargo in the back there is a slight difference in wheel-well clearance when compared to the front, and with even an extra 100-200 pounds of added cargo there is noticeable sagging in the rear.
So, I obviously need to upgrade to rear springs rated for a higher load.
Doing some rough addition:
aftermarket bumper + spare tire = 262 lbs
drawer system = 135 lbs
roof rack (with minimal gear on top) = 65 lbs
auxiliary tank (excluding weight of gas) = 85 lbs
The total constant load out at about 500 lbs (including typical extra 6 gals gas I keep in aux tank and misc. cargo). Account for a full 24 gallons of gasoline in the aux tank and that jumps to about 700 lbs. Occasionally I will load one or two 5 gallon jerry cans for water if I'm doing a long trip, so give another 40-80 lbs for that, and maybe 50-100 lbs of luggage.
So, on a "fully loaded" trip I may be hauling around 800 lbs of extra weight. There are so many options out there for this type of thing, so I'm unsure where to start. I was thinking I'd either stick with OME brand springs, or switch to Dobinsons if needed.
I'd love to hear y'all's thoughts on which options may be appropriate for this weight/setup. Also, any suggestions on additional part replacements that might be necessary with this kind of added weight are appreciated.
Thanks!
So, I obviously need to upgrade to rear springs rated for a higher load.
Doing some rough addition:
aftermarket bumper + spare tire = 262 lbs
drawer system = 135 lbs
roof rack (with minimal gear on top) = 65 lbs
auxiliary tank (excluding weight of gas) = 85 lbs
The total constant load out at about 500 lbs (including typical extra 6 gals gas I keep in aux tank and misc. cargo). Account for a full 24 gallons of gasoline in the aux tank and that jumps to about 700 lbs. Occasionally I will load one or two 5 gallon jerry cans for water if I'm doing a long trip, so give another 40-80 lbs for that, and maybe 50-100 lbs of luggage.
So, on a "fully loaded" trip I may be hauling around 800 lbs of extra weight. There are so many options out there for this type of thing, so I'm unsure where to start. I was thinking I'd either stick with OME brand springs, or switch to Dobinsons if needed.
I'd love to hear y'all's thoughts on which options may be appropriate for this weight/setup. Also, any suggestions on additional part replacements that might be necessary with this kind of added weight are appreciated.
Thanks!
