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Stiffening suspension
Posted: April 11th, 2021, 1:44 pm
by Wuzz
Does anyone out there think it is necessary to beef up the rear suspension when carrying a demountable? I have mounted my Northstar 700 on a Hilux double cab and while it drives fine i do notice the bonnet is "up".
Re: Stiffening suspension
Posted: April 11th, 2021, 2:29 pm
by zildjian
People have added cart springs with extra leaves that only connect when carrying extra load like a camper but typically most owners go for a couple of airbags that go in centre of spring
(roughly where bumpstop is)
plenty available but Marcle have some;
https://www.marcleleisure.co.uk/air-sus ... wards.html
sort of DIY but better done by garage with air tools
Inflated to around 20PSI these will correct headlamp/bonnet angle and provide a much, much nicer ride
Re: Stiffening suspension
Posted: April 11th, 2021, 2:31 pm
by zildjian
Re: Stiffening suspension
Posted: August 3rd, 2021, 6:59 pm
by kernowjon
The alternative to "air suspension" are mechanical spring helpers. There is a thread on these boards on this subject.
viewtopic.php?f=15&t=1707
In favour of mechanical spring helpers is - they are simple, low tech and durable.
However the air suspension units are infinitely adjustable, but that rubber and road salt and crud does mean they have a limited life, and relatively they are costly!
Jon