Questions about the bp 51 shocks

[Island1064]

I am thinking of having a set of bp 51 installed on my 2015 and I have a few questions.
I am thinking of the bp51 as in the future I plan to go all out with bumpers, and from what I understand When I start adding weight I'll just need new rear spring and just change then settings etc...

First comfort: since I put my Ko2 I have lost a bit of comfort on the small road imperfection, there is much more road feel which is good up to a point, but it lost its magic carpet ride.
I love those tires and want to keep them as I need the go anywhere any weather capability.
Would the new suspension allow the car to soak up the small road imperfection better?

Also I just want an inch of lift mostly front and I am for now keeping the truck stock, what are the rear spring I need?

I see the mounting brackets on the page, there are some for the kdss and a front and a rear, what do I need to get? 4 kdss AND two front and two rear?

Would any decent shop be able to install those? There are no LC 200 experienced shop in my area.

And last, I have the cruiser lean on the front driver side 1 inch lower, would the new shock solve that?

And lastly, do I need to change the uca ? I see a lot of people change them, I know they have more aggressive lifts, but just wondering.
Thanks

 

[Markuson]

I am thinking of having a set of bp 51 installed on my 2015 and I have a few questions.
I am thinking of the bp51 as in the future I plan to go all out with bumpers, and from what I understand When I start adding weight I'll just need new rear spring and just change then settings etc...

First comfort: since I put my Ko2 I have lost a bit of comfort on the small road imperfection, there is much more road feel which is good up to a point, but it lost its magic carpet ride.
I love those tires and want to keep them as I need the go anywhere any weather capability.
Would the new suspension allow the car to soak up the small road imperfection better?

Also I just want an inch of lift mostly front and I am for now keeping the truck stock, what are the rear spring I need?

I see the mounting brackets on the page, there are some for the kdss and a front and a rear, what do I need to get? 4 kdss AND two front and two rear?

Would any decent shop be able to install those? There are no LC 200 experienced shop in my area.

And last, I have the cruiser lean on the front driver side 1 inch lower, would the new shock solve that?

And lastly, do I need to change the uca ? I see a lot of people change them, I know they have more aggressive lifts, but just wondering.
Thanks

If you are finding dirt roads extra jarring with your new KO2's, you might want to check your pressure. When mine were installed, the shop that mounted them had jack the pressure above 50PSI, and it was indeed jarring. If you are not carrying a load, running them at about 37-38PSI cold will really help.

 

[Island1064]

Tire pressure is good

 

[Markuson]

Tire pressure is good

Don't know then...because I mounted my KO2's before adding BP-51's and they felt the same or better on stock suspension.

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[Island1064]

Markuson, did you change your UCA when you got the bp 51's?
Also what bracket did you order, only 4 KDSS ones?

 

[Markuson]

Markuson, did you change your UCA when you got the bp 51's?
Also what bracket did you order, only 4 KDSS ones?

@Island1064 ... I did swap to the UCA from SPC, purchased through Slee. You do need the front and rear install kit from ARB which simply supplies hardware to install the reservoirs, but nothing for the KDSS. My understanding is you don't need to alter the KDSS location unless you go 35" tires... If you want to go that big, I'd suggest talking to Slee or others here more familiar than me.

I ordered the full kit from Slee, which includes BP-51 front/rear, Rear coil springs, SPC UCA, front and rear install kits. You can see what that includes here:

Link: Slee - Toyota 200 Series Land Cruiser Suspension

Just remember that the coil spring number will differ depending on the weight of mods, or lack of. I was leaning toward the 2722, but Christo talked me into 2721 (lighter) and I'm glad he did, as the 22 would have been too harsh unless/until I have rear bumper/wheel carrier, drawers, etc.


See below...

Markuson

 

[Island1064]

Thanks a lot.

 

[Romer]

Do you air down when on dirt roads? I air down to about 18 psi, lower depending on the terrain.

 

[Markuson]

Do you air down when on dirt roads? I air down to about 18 psi, lower depending on the terrain.

Most dirt roads don't make me feel the need. Soft sand roads? Ya...
As soon as I get my compressor, I'll probably air down a ton more than now...but it's kind of a
pain until then because my portable is pretty S-L-O-W...

 

[Island1064]

yes I do air down.

 

[Island1064]

If I am planning just a 1 inch lift up front with the BP 51, do I still need to get the UCA's?

 

[kevinfoutch]

I went with the standard OME (not BP51) and Slee advised to get the adjustable UCA for ease of maintenance in the long run, i.e. easier to get the right toe, caster, camber for true alignment. I didn't "need" the UCA but will be glad to have it when/if that day comes. I consider it preventative maintenance or an insurance policy.

 

[Angelo1]

I am having Slee put on the Front spacers and was debating if replacing my current OME suspension with the BP-51. I have no issues with My curent OME setup, just wanted to know if I would notice a $3400 difference.

 

[Markuson]

I am having Slee put on the Front spacers and was debating if replacing my current OME suspension with the BP-51. I have no issues with My curent OME setup, just wanted to know if I would notice a $3400 difference.

If you had stock, I'd say go for it. But if you already have OME and have no issues...I'd suggest you keep what you have and use that wad of cash for something else. I have BP-51...but if my 200 already had OME...I'd very happily use that $3400+ for a sweet rear bumper, or front/winch, or...or...or...

 

[Angelo1]

That's what I was thinking. Bumper, winch and light bar go on in late spring next year. Wheels and tires, this week