Review Terrain Tamer Parabolic Leaf Spring Review (5 Viewers)

[85roktoy]

Can you tell any major differences between this kit and the Dobinsons IMS?

 

[wngrog]

Can you tell any major differences between this kit and the Dobinsons IMS?

It is noticeably smoother yes

 

[7schulz]

Nolan, looking at set of these for a Troopy that will be loaded down with ARB catchers mask and 8274 in the front and drawers and fridge and gear in the back. What’s your recommendation?

 

[wngrog]

Nolan, looking at set of these for a Troopy that will be loaded down with ARB catchers mask and 8274 in the front and drawers and fridge and gear in the back. What’s your recommendation?

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I think they can handle it but I would check the specs.

From what I am gathering, if you get past a certain weight the Terrain Tamers go from Parabolic to normal style leafs.

When I build trucks I build them for what is normal use versus the hardest use.

Hardest use I'll add Boss Airbags to supliment.

No reason to bash yourself up 90% of the time just for fully loaded trips

 

[wngrog]

I added a set to a FZJ70 a week or so ago. Discovered some "tech"

Builds - 1998 FZJ70 Build

I have finally gotten off my ass and started in on my latest FZJ70. I bought this one in a few months ago and have been too busy to mess with it. @Meshal found this gem up in the dry mountains. Ex .gov truck. 115,000 km or 70,000 miles.

forum.ih8mud.com

 

[7schulz]

I think they can handle it but I would check the specs.

From what I am gathering, if you get past a certain weight the Terrain Tamers go from Parabolic to normal style leafs.

When I build trucks I build them for what is normal use versus the hardest use.

Hardest use I'll add Boss Airbags to supliment.

No reason to bash yourself up 90% of the time just for fully loaded trips

Looks like there are several versions with increasing Weight capability. I’m sure Georg will set me straight.

 

[knuckle47]

I love that logic @wngrog : “ No reason to bash yourself up 90% of the time just for fully loaded trips “

 

[orangefj45]

Looks like there are several versions with increasing Weight capability. I’m sure Georg will set me straight.

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Happy to have a follow-up conversation with you tomorrow Lee!

Georg
Branch manager @ Terrain Tamer North America
209-714-4210

 

[orangefj45]

Nolan, looking at set of these for a Troopy that will be loaded down with ARB catchers mask and 8274 in the front and drawers and fridge and gear in the back. What’s your recommendation?

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Quote sent via email along with my cell #
Please feel free to call if you have any other questions.

Happy to help!

Georg
Branch manager @ Terrain Tamer North America

 

[wngrog]

Got a set put on a 60 today. I removed a clapped out OME kit with 3" longer shackles

Total game changer. Ride and handling are greatly improved.

 

[EasternYeti]

Got a set put on a 60 today. I removed a clapped out OME kit with 3" longer shackles

Total game changer. Ride and handling are greatly improved.

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Did those front sway bar links come with the kit as well? Or did you have to ask? Checking my quote from them and I don’t see those on it

Likely ordering a full kit this week since my OME’s are totally flat

 

[wngrog]

Did those front sway bar links come with the kit as well? Or did you have to ask? Checking my quote from them and I don’t see those on it

Likely ordering a full kit this week since my OME’s are totally flat

No but every Auto Zone stocks them in this size. Don't remember the PN off the top
Of my head but they stock a shorter one too.

 

[EasternYeti]

No but every Auto Zone stocks them in this size. Don't remember the PN off the top
Of my head but they stock a shorter one too.

Great tip thank you

 

[BullHab]

Took me about 3 hours to button up the front and take it for a spin. View attachment 3876633View attachment 3876634

As you can see the truck sits pretty level. It's about the same as my pre lift numbers.

Impressions.

This setup is noticeably better than the OME setup. I honestly did not really expect that much difference seeing these light rear 45s all pretty much ride harsh.

I was hoping to get it to the Dobinsons IMS level of comfort at least so I'm happy to say these springs actually feel a good bit smoother than even those.

Potholes are not jarring. Seams in the road are not felt in your spine at all. Corners are great.

Overall I'll say I'm 100% happy I upgraded.

I don't think I would change out a Dobinsons IMS setup for this setup but I would advise new buyers to strongly consider the Parabolics over traditional leafs for an FJ45.

I look forward to trying them out on different models to see how they do on them. I'll be sure to follow up with any other platforms I get to test.

Convinced me. I just ordered the FJ40 2015 kit for my 78 Cruiser.