Slinky Long Travel Suspension Systems (1 Viewer)

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Endless Horizon Outfitters is pleased to announce that we are the new US Distributor for the amazing Slinky Long Travel Suspension systems! As many of you know these suspension systems have been proven for years in all conditions in Australia and are now available here in the US as the "Ultimate Tourer" suspension. You won't find a better ride, better performance or more flex from any other bolt-on suspension system out there. Whether you want to play in the rocks, go fast in the desert, or load up for a 2 month overlanding adventure, the Slinky kits will handle it all!


Overlanding & Off Road Gear | Toyota 4x4 | Endless Horizon Outfitters

We will be updating our website soon with all the new products with availability and pricing.

EHO will have a full lineup of kits available soon for the following applications:
'91-97 80 Series Land Cruiser/Lexus LX450
'98-'06 100 Series Land Cruiser/Lexus LX470
'07-Present 200 Series Land Cruiser/Lexus LX570
'06-Present FJ Cruiser
'02-'09 Lexus GX470
'10-Present Lexus GX460
We are also working on bringing in kits for the Tacoma and 4Runner.

First shipment of kits are on their way from Australia and we expect them to be available in 4-6 weeks.

Plans are to have a new shipment delivered each month with a new product line introduced every 1-2 months. We will update this thread with announcements of new shipments arriving and which kits are part of the shipment.

As of now the 80 series kits are the most popular but we expect other applications to match the pace. Here is a basic breakdown of what is in the 80 series kits. Kits will be available in 50mm or 75mm (2" or 3" lift) with intermediate or heavy spring rates.

Stage1 80 Series Kit

• Front 2.0" Aus spec Toyota 80 Series TD and Petrol model Slinky Long Travel shocks
• Rear 2.0" Aus spec Toyota 80 Series TD and Petrol model Slinky Long Travel shocks with shock boots to protect shafts.
• Tapered wire Dual Rate Coil springs with custom spec coil rate
• Swaybar spacer kit (required for clearance of front driveshaft at full droop)
• Install kit (Bump stop drop adapters rear, rear swaybar brackets)
• Brake Lines

Stage4 80 Series Kit

• Front 2.5" Remote Reservoir Aus spec Slinky Long Travel Shocks with CDC adjustment
• Rear 2.5" Piggyback Reservoir Aus spec Slinky Long Travel Shocks with shock boots and CDC adjustment
• Tapered wire Dual Rate Coil springs with custom spec coil rate
• Swaybar spacer kit (required for clearance of front driveshaft at full droop
• Install Kit (bumpstop drop adapters rear, rear swaybar brackets
• Brake Lines

Recommended Optional Components also available
Adjustable Panhard Rods front and rear for both 2" and 3" lifts
Caster correction plates
Slinky HD Lower Control Arms rear
Slinky HD Adjustable Upper Control Arms rear
Slinky Radius Arm offset chassis plates (for 37" tires)







For IFS applications Blackhawk upper control arms are available

 

[Box Rocket]

I'm a fan! Congrats EHO and best luck with the new venture! I'm here to help.

 

[BerettaMato]

Glade to see there are now more option for this great product.

 

[Lumpskie]

I'm excited to see another option for Slinky as well. Will you be importing kits by order only, or do you plan to stock kits on the shelves as well? (I'm especially interested in the 50mm) Also, will pricing be the same as previous U.S. offered Slinky kits?

 

[Box Rocket]

Plans are to build up inventory so there is stock on the shelves. Will take a little bit of time for that to happen fully but we want to have kits available when orders are placed. Pricing should be more or less the same.

 

[Ali M]

What's the lead time to order stage 4 for fj80? And also do you have anyone you recommend in WA for installation or would you say that I can pull it off with my software engineering prowess and jacks and garage tools

 

[Box Rocket]

4-6 weeks is when the first shipment is expected.

Speaking from experience, I've installed the Stage 1 and the Stage 4 on my own truck and it's not terribly difficult but MUCH easier with the truck on a lift.

 

[AutoCraft Aus]

@Ali M there are stage 4 s in the current shipment so time frame mentioned is all correct for you.

Install isnt to hard if the suspension is drooped, a day on the floor should see it done.

 

[sorich]

Awesome to see.. I'll be interested in what options will look like for a 98' LX470. Currently running stock AHC in good condition, but a lift is on the horizon as I'm adding bumpers, rack, and a RTT.

 

[Box Rocket]

Awesome to see.. I'll be interested in what options will look like for a 98' LX470. Currently running stock AHC in good condition, but a lift is on the horizon as I'm adding bumpers, rack, and a RTT.

Fair amount of new discussion happening in the 100 series section about these kits. Might be some helpful information for you.
Slinky Long Travel Suspension - New Dealer - Endless Horizon Outfitters

 

[AutoCraft Aus]

@sorich 100s we have done like 3 a week since 2002 as the main touring rig of choice here in Aus until the 200s really took off.

From welding the arms, fixing the breaking T bar adjusters, and fitting 35s, #slinkylongtravel set ups, we have done more 100s than 80s in our years actually.

We also have 3 degree HD ball joint OE Supplier bushed UCAs that take a factory ball joint also as part of that range.

 

[sorich]

Very cool! So, it sounds like I just need to wait for these kits to become available for the 100 then, unless I talk to red line. Thanks!

 

[sorich]

Have you guys measured the difference in available articulation between a stock LX/LC 100 and a full Slinky/Icon setup that's in the 2"-3" lift range?

 

[AutoCraft Aus]

Sure have, 75% more travel.

And Redline dont have any 100 stock right now, but we can ensure you have some of the first set ups to hit in afew weeks.

 

[Lumpskie]

I was looking for prices on the your website and couldn't find the Slinky stuff... Here's what I found for 80 series suspension components:

Suspension

Is the Slinky suspension listed somewhere else?

Also, can you tell me if the shock lengths between the 50mm and 75mm stage 1 kits are different?

Thanks,

 

[NateMob]

Also, can you tell me if the shock lengths between the 50mm and 75mm stage 1 kits are different?

Thanks,

In addition to the above I'd like to know if the 50mm coils are just 75mm coils cut down or actually made to provide less lift. Also are the carrying capacities the same for all "Intermediate" lifts?

 

[Box Rocket]

The first shipment coming through Endless Horizon Outfitters is still on the way and should arrive in a few weeks. Final pricing from Kevin at EHO hasn't been set, nor have the kits been added to the website just yet since the kits are not yet on hand.

I don't anticipate pricing changing much (if at all) from where the kits have been priced in the past through Redline Land Cruisers.

I'll have to check Darren regarding shock lengths between the 50mm and the 75mm kits. I think the shocks are the same but don't take that as fact yet until I can verify with Darren.

Same goes for the coils. I am fairly sure that the 50mm coils are manufactured as such and are not just cut down 75mm coils. But I will double check that with Darren.

I'll respond later with final answers after I talk to Darren or Darren can respond himself.

 

[Lumpskie]

Thanks for the reply @Box Rocket rocket .

 

[Box Rocket]

The Summer Issue of TCT Magazine was published this week and inside is my review of the Stage 4 Slinky kit (75mm heavy). You can download the full issue here:
Summer 2017: Solar Eclipse, FJ Summit, South America, Outdoor Retailer

But this is a good place to post the review for those following.

 

[Box Rocket]

And in case anyone has not seen the review of the Stage 1 kit. Here is the article from the Summer 2016 issue of TCT Magazine. Back issues can also be downloaded on their site.