Seeking Leaf spring advice (1 Viewer)

[fjc-man]

Check out some Dobinsons. TOY-055-F and TOY-056-R 45mm lift. I got them for my 79 Fj40 for 600 bucks by themselves, no hardware. Nice ride, I like them. Those part numbers are for your 55.

 

[wngrog]

Check out some Dobinsons. TOY-055-F and TOY-056-R 45mm lift. I got them for my 79 Fj40 for 600 bucks by themselves, no hardware. Nice ride, I like them. Those part numbers are for your 55.

Totally different for a 55

 

[fjc-man]

Totally different for a 55

I’m curious, tell me more.

 

[wngrog]

I’m curious, tell me more.

I’m curious, tell me more.

I thought you were saying your 40 springs were good for the 55

The 55 Dobinsons are special order. I tried to get some a month ago and they were 3
Months out

 

[tstockto]

Talked to Dobinsons today, they will only sell the 55 springs as part of the full suspension package ($3200!) and 3-4 month lead time on shipping...

Going to bite the bullet and go with alcan, game time decision on 1 or 2" lift. i'll try and remember to come back and update this thread with before/afters and experience.

Appreciate all the advice and ideas from everyone.

 

[WarDamnEagle]

Do you have to move anything for the Dobinsons or is it plug and play?

 

[tstockto]

Do you have to move anything for the Dobinsons or is it plug and play?

not sure - here's the link: Dobinsons 4x4 Suspension Kit for Toyota Landcruiser 55 Series - FJ55 1970 to 1980 - https://www.dobinsonsdirect.com/products/dobinsons-suspension-kit-for-toyota-landcruiser-55-series-fj55-1970-to-1980?rq=mk_toyota~md_55-series-landcruiser-station-wagon~yr_1970-1980

 

[riderjgs]

Remember that whatever lift you start with will settle a bit over time. I think 2"-3" is the sweet spot for a starting point if you're remaining spring under and don't want to go crazy on tire size. 33s are perfect for all-around use unless you're a crawler.

 

[tstockto]

Went with 2” lift. Stock weight. 6-7 weeks out on orders. I’m told they should just bolt in. Fingers crossed!

 

[WarDamnEagle]

2” is good. You can run 33s just fine with that lift.

 

[wngrog]

I’ve got a friend that put a Dobinsons 55 lift on and it is plug and play but he has not driven it yet. I’ll be watching and report back

 

[Megadoomer]

I think I have the same issue as NikP. For all account I think I have a stock rear leaf but I am SOA. The leafs are tired and flat and I think contribute to my wonkyness when I have gear in the back. I want to put some leafs from the front I took off to get the arch back, but I think it is going to make my Pig really tall. I can match the height easily in the front with the coilovers but I dont know how tall I really want to go.

I was thinking about going back to SUA, but I think for the money and effort I should just link the back.

 

[RUSH55]

You should just get a new pair of stock height springs and some good quality shocks and stop overthinking it.

 

[fjc-man]

Do you have to move anything for the Dobinsons or is it plug and play?

Nope, just the usual struggle of getting everything to line up.

 

[fjc-man]

Talked to Dobinsons today, they will only sell the 55 springs as part of the full suspension package ($3200!) and 3-4 month lead time on shipping...

Going to bite the bullet and go with alcan, game time decision on 1 or 2" lift. i'll try and remember to come back and update this thread with before/afters and experience.

Appreciate all the advice and ideas from everyone.

I bought my Dobinsons springs with no hardware, free shipping and it came to 600 bucks. The only difference is I got them from amfindustriesusa.com their website is a pain in the butt. If you want to check with them, I’d call them. 786 292 7750

 

[tstockto]

Finally got the alcans and new shocks on, here's a pic. This was 2" lift from the stock alcan setup. The advice i got to go with 2" lift to be closer to stock was valid. Tires on there are 30x9.5x15. Can definitely go bigger on next tire change. Drives like a different vehicle. Now to address the rust and get it back to the orig green/white...

 

[wngrog]

Sits perfect

 

[greenbeast]

Looking good for sure! I pick up my 3" Alcan spring next week and will install before the sow goes to paint/body shop. Except for some sticker shock, which I may just be turning into cheap bastard, alcan has been a pleasure to work with.

 

[WarDamnEagle]

I think you can run 33s with no issue.

 

[PabloCruise]

Finally got the alcans and new shocks on, here's a pic. This was 2" lift from the stock alcan setup. The advice i got to go with 2" lift to be closer to stock was valid. Tires on there are 30x9.5x15. Can definitely go bigger on next tire change. Drives like a different vehicle. Now to address the rust and get it back to the orig green/white...

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That is the proper Alcan for Pigs!
I have heard hit-and-miss stories about Alcan springs for Pigs. Some good, some not so good.

What specs did they build those springs to? Do you mind me asking how much $$$?