TD5 suspension upgrade for the road

titaniumfinger · May 2, 2013

I have a 2001 Defender 90 TD5 with 75,000 on the clock, the shock absorber bushes are worn and will fail the next MOT and recently the ride is harsh. I want to upgrade the shocks for something better and am considering Poly-bushes as well. Does anybody have recommendations through good experience?
I don't want to go mad on Fox V2's or something equivalent but don't mind forking out £40 - £50 / corner.
I also read somewhere softer springs are used on ICON's but would this compromise occasional towing?

gemsdad · May 4, 2013

titaniumfinger said:
I have a 2001 Defender 90 TD5 with 75,000 on the clock, the shock absorber bushes are worn and will fail the next MOT and recently the ride is harsh. I want to upgrade the shocks for something better and am considering Poly-bushes as well. Does anybody have recommendations through good experience?
I don't want to go mad on Fox V2's or something equivalent but don't mind forking out £40 - £50 / corner.
I also read somewhere softer springs are used on ICON's but would this compromise occasional towing?

take a look at this.
2" Spring Lift Kit - Terrafirma shocks - Def 90/Range Rover Classic/Discovery 1 | eBay

Buckhandle · May 4, 2013

A two inch lift will not improve your road handling or comfort. I suggest keeping standard rubber bushings (better comfort than poly), keep the springs if they are ok and invest in adjustable absorbers.

titaniumfinger · May 6, 2013

Thank Buckhandle, sounds like a cheap option as well. Any recommendations on shocks?

Buckhandle · May 9, 2013

Sorry I can't really. But I'm looking at the Koni Heavy Track myself ..

TD5 suspension upgrade for the road

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