Smithyworld's Buildup
Posted: Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:43 +0000
Hey All
Since I like reading through other members build ups I thought I would put my build up even though it's already completed and has been built over the last 12 months still thought it might be of interest to some.
My rig has been built as a tourer with the ability to go pretty much anywhere in Australia with the occasional more challenging off road tracks. Also needed to accommodate for a family of 4 (including baby!)
I am personally happy with it although would like to upgrade the suspension at some stage as well as add sliders, long range tank and lockers.
First pics are of the virgin vehicle. SR5 Hilux Dual Cab 2008 Manual. By the way click on the pic to see full picture!!!
First upgrades were to lift it and I chose 2 inch Old Man Emu from ARB. To get extra heigh I went with the heaviest springs in the front with 2 5mm packers. In the rear was their medium weight leaf springs which have since been upgraded to to the HD ones to cater for the extra weight I carry as well as the camper i now tow from time to time.
All up I seem to have gained closer to 3 inches. Will check the measurements for those who are interested. As a part of the suspension I decided on a set of Mickey Thompson DC1 rims with Mickey Thompson MTZ 32 inch tyres.
Next came the canopy and ARB rear bar. Current roof height of the canopy is at 1.95m exactly.
As you can see in this I get pretty good articulation. I am happy with it anyway!
Since I like reading through other members build ups I thought I would put my build up even though it's already completed and has been built over the last 12 months still thought it might be of interest to some.
My rig has been built as a tourer with the ability to go pretty much anywhere in Australia with the occasional more challenging off road tracks. Also needed to accommodate for a family of 4 (including baby!)
I am personally happy with it although would like to upgrade the suspension at some stage as well as add sliders, long range tank and lockers.
First pics are of the virgin vehicle. SR5 Hilux Dual Cab 2008 Manual. By the way click on the pic to see full picture!!!
First upgrades were to lift it and I chose 2 inch Old Man Emu from ARB. To get extra heigh I went with the heaviest springs in the front with 2 5mm packers. In the rear was their medium weight leaf springs which have since been upgraded to to the HD ones to cater for the extra weight I carry as well as the camper i now tow from time to time.
All up I seem to have gained closer to 3 inches. Will check the measurements for those who are interested. As a part of the suspension I decided on a set of Mickey Thompson DC1 rims with Mickey Thompson MTZ 32 inch tyres.
Next came the canopy and ARB rear bar. Current roof height of the canopy is at 1.95m exactly.
As you can see in this I get pretty good articulation. I am happy with it anyway!