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Thanks for your reply. Yes, by handling i mean grip. I'm actually looking for a 285 because i prefer the higher gearing from a taller tyre. I believe a td5 can very well cope with the extra torque needed.

Most 285/75 tire spec state that the minimum rim width should be 7.5". However, i have seen a couple of defenders with such tyres on boost alloys (which is 7"). So i was wondering how strict this spec is and what are the risks of using 285/75 tyres on boost (or other 7") rims. 2nd and more important question, will the difference between "standard" 265 vs 285 significantly improve handling? Thanks

What different results should i expect (if any) between fitting a set of alloy vs steel 30mm wheel spacers? They will be used with 255/85r16 bfg tyres fitted on boost alloy wheels. I use my 90 td5 mostly on the road.

Anyone has experience and can comment on the bearmach +2" offroad springs (BA2251 front & BA2252 rear). These are not the classic bearmach heavy duty blue springs. They are recommended for offroad use without carrying heavy loads.

Hi, will something like a split turbo hose or a leaking intercooler show up significantly on a turbo boost gauge? If yes: In a turbocharger / intercooler setup, is the pressure equal in every component? i.e. Does it make any difference if you connect the turbo boost gauge just after the turbo or just before the engine intake (after the intercooler)? I have a TD5 and after reading some posts i figured the easiest way to connect to boost gauge is to fit a T piece in the small hose between the wastegate and main hose from the turbo to the intercooler. With this setup, will the boost gauge indicate a reduced pressure caused by a split hose sitting between intercooler and engine inlet manifold (after the intercooler) ? Thanks

Hi, Recently i bought a td5 90 soft top with 255/85 bfgs. The wheels seem to be "too big" under the arch so i thought of lifting the defender. To avoid going all the way with extended brake hoses, radius arms etc etc... i am looking for a decent +1" setup. I use it mostly on road with some recreational offroad every now and then. Having said that, it's a soft top and the back is very light, currently not even carrying a spare wheel at the back and even with standard springs, the back is feels stiff. So ideally i think id prefer a soft setup. I considered the red/white range springs for the back which (as researched on this forum) gives a lift of ~1.5" which i think i'll happy with too since they are softer than standard. Thought of fitting the red/yellow springs for the front to match the ~1.5". Did anyone try this kind of setup? Any other suggestions please? I'm also looking for a set of matching shocks. Thanks