This is simply the Dobinson’s GS-Series Shock version of our Red Line FJ40 “Ultimate” 2.5 Lift Kit – Bilstein Version based on our 2.5″ Lift package designed for non-overlanding / heavy Cruisers. Here at Red Line Land Cruisers, guess we are getting old, but we simply prefer a 40-Series Land Cruiser rolling on a 33 X 10.50 tire mounted to 10 X 5.5 rim and this 2.5″ lift kit package is the optimum way to achieve this.
The Dobinson’s GS Series of shocks is an upgrade over the Bilstein 5100 Shocks. While most everyone has heard of Bilstein, Dobinson’s is relatively new for us here in the USA.
A little FYI on Dobinson’s Spring and Suspension Company.
Reg Dobinson of Australia, established his suspension business in 1953; originally called Dobinsons Welding Works, but now known as Dobinson’s Spring and Suspension. Throughout the 1940’s and early 1950’s Reg Dobinson, a hard working blacksmith, earned a well deserved reputation as an exceptional tradesman and expert spring repairer. He began perfecting his spring repair and manufacture skills at the Queensland Railway and as a result the demand for his expertise grew. As time went on he began to specialize in spring repair and manufacture, and it led him to take on further weekend work for friends, repairing springs.
Everything is a “sliding-scale” of gains and sacrifices.
For this 2.5 Pro Comp Lift Kit set-up, here is what we recommend in the rim & tire department:
- Max Tire Size: 33 x 12.50 (We prefer 10.50)
- Wheel Size Range (Inch): 15-17″
- Wheel Width Range (Inch): 5.5-10 (We prefer 5.5)
- Min-Max Backspace (Inch): 3.25-4.5
Specs for the Red Line Land Cruisers 2.5 Pro Comp Lift Kit:
- Fits 1958 to 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
- Lift Height: 2.5 Inch (2.5″) (2 1/2″)
- Front Lift: Leaf Springs
- Steering Correction: None required
- Rear Lift: Leaf Springs and U-bolts
- Shocks: Front/Rear Dobinson’s GS Big Bore Twin-Tube Nitrogas Shocks
- Shock Boots: Included
- Shackles: Included
Please call us for Shackle specification & pricing based on your Land Cruiser year range (1958 – 1984).
Usually in stock – or up to 2+ weeks out in some cases, especially of recent times.
Phone (719) 638-2003
RED LINE LAND CRUISERS
1050 Ford Street, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80915-2909
Our original FJ40 “Ultimate” 2.5 Lift Kit – BILSTEIN VERSION – Red Line Land Cruisers.
WARNING
It is the sole responsibility of the person installing any brake or suspension component or kit for that particular application. If you are not sure how to safely use this brake / suspension component or kit, you should not install or use it. Do not assume anything! Improperly installed or maintained brakes and or suspension components and systems are dangerous. If you are not sure, get professional help. You may obtain additional information and technical support by calling Red Line Land Cruiser at 719.638.2003, emailing us at “info@redlinelandcruisers.com” or visiting our website at RedLineLandCruisers.com – Use of Red Line Land Cruisers technical support does not guarantee proper installation. YOU, or the person who does the installation must know how to properly use this product. It is not possible over the phone or email to understand or foresee all the issues that might arise in your installation.
Automotive equipment brakes and suspension must be maintained and should be checked regularly for fatigue, damage and wear.