EFS Suspension

[Pearcey]

I've taken the before measurements at
Front L 720
Front R 730
Rear L 752
Rear R 757

It might just be dreamin' but it is feeling a bit wallowy on right hand bends which makes me think Cape York and Googs have taken their toll on the left front. I'll let you know how it goes
Pearcey

After measurements

Front L 780
Front R 785
Rear L 825
Rear R 833

Haven't tried it loaded yet but a fair bit firmer in the rear. But.. it's stays a lot flatter in the cormners so very happy with it so far. Except for one small hiccup. Off came the awning and rear bar to fit it into the garage..hmmmm

[nickchap]

Thanks Nick. The Anne Beadell will certainly test it out, when are you heading on this trip? And just out of curiousity, have you been towing anything on the trips?

Pearcey

Pearcey

Sorry for the delay in replying but have been on a houseboat for a holiday.

We will be leaving 23rd June at this stage.
No I do not tow a camper but have a Roof Top Tent which I find great for the trips I've done.

The highway will be a challenge for the suspension

Nick

[flagg]

Excellent let us know what you went with and how much lift you got.

No worries will do, thanks BigDog.

For the record, with approx 80lt in petrol tank and 60lt in (rear) LPG tank, the measurements (bottom of rim to guard) I have at the moment are:

730mm front
768mm rear

[BigDog816]

Excellent let us know what you went with and how much lift you got.

[flagg]

Flagg,

Sorry this slipped my mind. I couldn't find the email on the EFS kits but here is a link

http://www.kampers.com.au/index.php/...s-suspensions/

If you use the Next / Previous button you might be able to see other gear, winches, cteks etc.

I don't think you have to have shopped there before - I haven't bought anything just on their mailing list after the brissy 4x4 show a while ago. I think you just comment on the blog (or give them a call) to register your interest.

The Site - www.kulkyne.com
His Blog www.kampers.com.au

PS. I have no affilation to these guys - just thought there was a possibility for some PPer's to save a few dollars.

Thanks BigDog,

I have contacted them and got a great quote on a suspension kit. Just waiting to confirm which springs have been quoted on and freight etc.

Thanks again,

Flagg

[BigDog816]

Hi BigDog, I would be interested. Do you have to be a Kulkyne customer though?
Cheers..

Flagg,

Sorry this slipped my mind. I couldn't find the email on the EFS kits but here is a link

http://www.kampers.com.au/index.php/...s-suspensions/

If you use the Next / Previous button you might be able to see other gear, winches, cteks etc.

I don't think you have to have shopped there before - I haven't bought anything just on their mailing list after the brissy 4x4 show a while ago. I think you just comment on the blog (or give them a call) to register your interest.

The Site - www.kulkyne.com
His Blog www.kampers.com.au

PS. I have no affilation to these guys - just thought there was a possibility for some PPer's to save a few dollars.

[flagg]

I got an email from Kulkyne Campers today and they're putting toghther a bulk buy for EFS kits, this month. I have the email on my work computer so I'll post a link tomorrow incase anyone is interested.

Hi BigDog, I would be interested. Do you have to be a Kulkyne customer though?
Cheers..

[Pearcey]

Pearcey

I had my EFS Suspension fitted by Xc4x4 May '09 Cost about $1500-
Since that time I have done the Simpson twice which included Oodnadatta, Birdsville and Strzeleci tracks
Also done Googs track and Flinders etc.
So it has done some work with no apparent problems however I do get a loud knock from the front right on occasions
which sounds like it bottomed out but I can not see any marks on the bump stop!
We are currently planning a trip on the Anne Beadell Highway from Coober Pedy to Laverton in W.A.
so I will definitey have all the suspension checked before we go.
Will report any problems on this thread.



Nick

Thanks Nick. The Anne Beadell will certainly test it out, when are you heading on this trip? And just out of curiousity, have you been towing anything on the trips?

Pearcey

[Pearcey]

Hi Pearcey, I will interested to hear your opinion of the ride and handling with these fitted as it is the set-up I am looking at also. Also the before and after measurements would be handy too.

Cheers..

I've taken the before measurements at
Front L 720
Front R 730
Rear L 752
Rear R 757

It might just be dreamin' but it is feeling a bit wallowy on right hand bends which makes me think Cape York and Googs have taken their toll on the left front. I'll let you know how it goes
Pearcey

[BigDog816]

I got an email from Kulkyne Campers today and they're putting toghther a bulk buy for EFS kits, this month. I have the email on my work computer so I'll post a link tomorrow incase anyone is interested.

[mrtad]

Gday all
it is with interest that I read your posts and infon on the suspension alternatives for the 120. I have a 2007 120 and am looking to get a lift kit or at least change over the current toyota system as I tend to bottom out when coming down off inclines on to flat road.
What are the model nos for the springs and shocks you have installed and where did you buy as I would like to buy online and fit myself. Are the bilsteins ajustable? I am in the middle of installing draws and fridge but appart from a light weight camper thats about it for now

your feed back would be appreciated as i seek to set up for our life with no tin lids!!

thanks

[nickchap]

Pearcey

I had my EFS Suspension fitted by Xc4x4 May '09 Cost about $1500-
Since that time I have done the Simpson twice which included Oodnadatta, Birdsville and Strzeleci tracks
Also done Googs track and Flinders etc.
So it has done some work with no apparent problems however I do get a loud knock from the front right on occasions
which sounds like it bottomed out but I can not see any marks on the bump stop!
We are currently planning a trip on the Anne Beadell Highway from Coober Pedy to Laverton in W.A.
so I will definitey have all the suspension checked before we go.
Will report any problems on this thread.



Nick

[craigm]

Thanks for all the opinions, I have decided to go with the Kings/Bilstein combo though. Nothing against the EFS, I have just spoken to too many people (suspension experts and Prado owners) who have said that the King/Bilstein combo is simply the best there is for the 120 prado's. In the end I decided that if I'm going to do extended travel with my wife and family that I should have the best ride and handling I possibly can.

Good choice Steptoe. You won't regret your decision although all of the combo's mentioned above are good options. Good luck and don't forget to post some pics!

[flagg]

Got mine booked in at Cross Country 4X4 next week. $1665. I run ARB bar and winch so up front they advised the TPR-104HDE springs. On the back the heaviest I have is generally a camper trailer, 1000kg with a 150kg ball weight. They suggested TPR-105HDE springs with the confort valved shocks 36-5586

Hi Pearcey, I will interested to hear your opinion of the ride and handling with these fitted as it is the set-up I am looking at also. Also the before and after measurements would be handy too.

Cheers..

[Steptoe]

Thanks for all the opinions, I have decided to go with the Kings/Bilstein combo though. Nothing against the EFS, I have just spoken to too many people (suspension experts and Prado owners) who have said that the King/Bilstein combo is simply the best there is for the 120 prado's. In the end I decided that if I'm going to do extended travel with my wife and family that I should have the best ride and handling I possibly can.