[GBT]

My wife just put on some MTZ 284/75/16 and MT rims on the '98 ST ute. They look great but rub a little on full lock (on the mudflap bracket). What is the best option. Coils spacers or cab blocks? Will post a pic soon.
Cheers.

 

[buzz]

i just ditched the mud flaps completely on my GU wagon before the automatic mud flap remover got a chance to.


jamie

 

[GBT]

So what is the main difference between coil spacers and cab blocks? They both give a bit more clearance. Not into hard 4wding but don't want to rub the new tyres.
Cheers.

 

[EagleBay]

Coil spacers lift the chassis off the diff, cab blocks lift the body off the chassis. From those options, I would go with coil spacers, much easier to install and remove if need be. But if it was me, I would just install a basic 2 inch lift kit, you will benefit from a better ride with new shocks, I would look at a kit like this http://www.zordos4wdsuspension.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=49&Itemid=53

 

[GBT]

It is still a working ute and I have the gear to make a tipper tray so that will raise it about 30mm on the rear. The main issue is slight rubbing on the front so maybe a cab lift will solve it. It has only just done 100k so suspension should still be ok. It will also give me some room when I fit a turbo . The extra height in the tyres has made a difference to the height of the tray now so don't want to go too high. They are a bit noisy but look **** hot.

What are blocks worth? I guess their not legal but I am in the bush so not such an issue

 

[chunks]

It has only just done 100k so suspension should still be ok.

Yes but its also over 12 years old so you springs will have definitely sagged. Cheapest and easiest way would be some coil spacers, but I personally would put in some new springs and shocks, it will drive a lot nicer too.

 

[GBT]

I was hoping to avoid a full body lift if I could. What are the issues with cab spacers?
Cheerz.

 

[GBT]

Well last night I put in some 40mm cab spacers and longer high tensile bolts. Took two hours by myself so wasn't that hard. And the wheels no longer rub . So far all I have had to do is remover the bottom radiator shroud but will check the levers out tonight. So far so good.

 

[SpiderM]

Well last night I put in some 40mm cab spacers and longer high tensile bolts. Took two hours by myself so wasn't that hard. And the wheels no longer rub . So far all I have had to do is remover the bottom radiator shroud but will check the levers out tonight. So far so good.

Mate, you might have been able to avoid the bod(ge)y lift by using radius arm spacers. They push the axle forwards specifically for clearance issues you mentioned.

If I was you I would make sure that you put the shroud bottom back on or pay the penalty in higher running temps.

Cheers.

 

[GBT]

That is good to know. At least I can drive it now. Will look into the arm thingies. And remove the blocks if needed. Where were you a few weeks ago?
GT

 

[SpiderM]

That is good to know. At least I can drive it now. Will look into the arm thingies. And remove the blocks if needed. Where were you a few weeks ago?
GT

Camping by the Snowy river

 

[GBT]

And I have ordered the radius arm spacer kit.

Thankx for the headsup.

 

[SpiderM]

And I have ordered the radius arm spacer kit.

Thankx for the headsup.

No problem mate.
I think there are threads on removal of radius arms and fitting of the spacers if you need them.

 

[GBT]

Hey SpiderM,

Had a search for fitting these bushy thingo's but not much came up for "radius arm". Is it the same as a control arm?
Call me GQdumb.

GT

 

[SpiderM]

The term 'control arm' tend to be used for the rears.

These are the kits...

patrol radius arm spacer, Cars, Bikes, Boats, Suspension, Steering, Exterior Accessories items at low prices on eBay.com.au

I've never used them (my dropped radius arms already space the diff forward) but I believe it is as simple as removing your radius arms, popping the chassis bush off, putting the spacer on and then putting it all back together.

To take the radius arms off you will need to undo one end of the tie rod.
Do them one at a time (some suggest both but it could leave you feeling a little flat ).
It's also a good time to check and, if needed, replace bushes.

Cheers!

 

[GBT]

That's what I got. Turned up yesterday. Will fit them over the weekend and report back with findings.
Cheers.

 

[GBT]

Alrighty, I have fitted the 40mm body spacers and the radius arm spacers. They were a bit harder than I thought they would be. Took about three hours on my back! Anyway I now have plenty of clearance without an expensive suspension lift. All up cost was $80 for the radius arm kit and nix for the body blocks as I made them at work out of Alloy. Next up is the tipper tray! Thanks all for your input. Just need to lift the bar up. Or maybe some rubber section to fill the gap. What have you guys done here? Oh and first time at posting a picture.
GT