Chicken Drumstick Posted July 7, 2020 Share Posted July 7, 2020 My rig isn't the most modded. And I'm restricted to what I can do, due to competing in ALRC events. However I'm pretty pleased with how the suspension performs, given the constraints. I run a mix of tyres depending on terrain/location/weather, I like to trial on some super narrow 7.00 x 16's more often than not though. They are tall for their width (these examples are almost as tall as a 235/85). However I have other tyres, sold some big Simex tyres last year that I want to replace and I'm currently sporting a "classic" set of Bronco Grizzly Claws in 285/75R16. This is the first time I've run them since messing with springs last year I think. And I've noticed an issue. They now impact the seat boxes under compression on the rear tub. The tub is slightly lifted from the chassis already. I know the easy fix is longer bump stops, but it kind of goes against my theories in suspension. I like the up travel and don't really want to reduce it. So I was thinking I could cut the seat boxes and allow for more tyre clearance. I could re-box them in. Only downside is making the bed less usable. Ideally I'd like to create enough space for some 35's, so at least and inch or two taller than what I'm running at the moment. Bit of a crappy picture, you can see the trimmed arch and the tyre stuffed into the bottom of the rear seat box. Just to give the above photo some context: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miketomcat Posted July 8, 2020 Share Posted July 8, 2020 Both Lewis and daan have done this from memory. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnoK Posted July 8, 2020 Share Posted July 8, 2020 Are you filling your fuel tank with rainwater?😆 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Drumstick Posted July 8, 2020 Author Share Posted July 8, 2020 1 hour ago, JohnnoK said: Are you filling your fuel tank with rainwater?😆 lol No, the tank is in the bed. The old filler leads no where and is blocked off. Cap is off as I was painting it and have put it back on yet. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snagger Posted July 8, 2020 Share Posted July 8, 2020 How about using spare wheel wells from 109 tub wheel boxes inverted? They could be replaced by a p,Ian panel in the future, if needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Drumstick Posted July 8, 2020 Author Share Posted July 8, 2020 2 hours ago, Snagger said: How about using spare wheel wells from 109 tub wheel boxes inverted? They could be replaced by a p,Ian panel in the future, if needed. An interesting idea. I guess sourcing them might be the biggest hurdle. I'll have a poke round a couple of the 109's in the field and see. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted July 8, 2020 Share Posted July 8, 2020 Im planning on boxing mine in to clear the 37” treps. I’m also planning on building some storage into either end of each wheel box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daan Posted July 9, 2020 Share Posted July 9, 2020 Definitely a good idea; is this on you series? remember, if the wheels stick out of the body, you need to cut the lip in the wheel arch as well. Daan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Drumstick Posted July 9, 2020 Author Share Posted July 9, 2020 26 minutes ago, Daan said: Definitely a good idea; is this on you series? remember, if the wheels stick out of the body, you need to cut the lip in the wheel arch as well. Daan Thanks Daan. This is my 88 coiler. Arches are already heavily trimmed with wider wheel arch flares on. Looks a tidy job you've done there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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