BUYER'S GUIDE

ARB’S LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SERIES II KITS ARB’s Old Man Emu’s range of tuned and matched, integrated lift systems offers varying degrees of comfort, load carrying ability and control characteristics. Land Rover Discovery II systems fit all models including ’03 and newer. For front suspension, owners can choose from three distinctive coil springs: stock/light, medium and heavy load and two corresponding shock absorbers: comfort and firm valving, for vehicle front. A variety of spring options guarantees an appropriate spring rate for virtually any type of use. For rear suspension: a diverse selection of spring and shock options is available. Three unique coil springs: medium, heavy and heavy constant load suit loads up to the vehicle’s full GVW. A choice of shock absorbers: comfort or firm valving ensures proper spring control with multiple levels of ride quality (Front/Rear Lift): 40mm/40mm (1.50”/1.50”). For more tech info contact 888-427-2872 or check out www.arbusa.com.

BETTER F-150 HANDLING WITH ENERGY SUSPENSION POLYURETHANE Energy Suspension makes a complete line of performance polyurethane components for the ’97-02 F150 2WD and 4WD pickups. If you’ve been working your truck hard, it might be time to replace the soft rubber bushings and mounts with Energy’s durable Hyper-Flex polyurethane. Energy’s engineers have developed front control arm bushings, front sway bar bushings, rear leaf spring bushings, and body mounts to tighten up your suspension for better performance and longevity. The suspension bushings provide more precise handling and cornering stability, while the polyurethane body mounts assist in reducing body roll. The stability offered by the firmer polyurethane bushings also contributes to a great improvement in control under braking and while towing. Available as individual sets in red or graphite impregnated black. For tech info contact 949-361-3935 or check out www.energysuspension.com.

EDELBROCK PERFORMER IAS SHOCKS Towing something with your truck is no problem with Edelbrock’s Performer IAS shocks. They feature the patented Ricor Inertia Active Valve System that delivers great handling response and a smooth ride over rough roads. This exclusive design switches instantly between a firm and a soft circuit for superior handling and a comfortable ride — the best of both worlds. Manufactured in the USA, these shocks are tuned for each application and tested on a shock dyno. They feature polyurethane bushings; a NitroSteel® Piston Rod, which won’t chip or flake like chrome rods according to the manufacturer; plus a Viton seal and low-friction piston rod bearing for long life and no leaks. The mono tube design provides excellent heat dissipation resulting in consistent performance under all conditions. The shocks include a limited lifetime warranty and are available for more than 300 cars, trucks and SUVs. For more tech info contact 310-781-2222 or check out www.edelbrock.com.

EXPLORER PRO COMP GM IFS KITS Explorer Pro Comp has been producing their number one selling GM IFS lift kits for the last decade. Since the introduction of the new GM trucks in ’99, they’ve improved and refined every GM IFS lift system they produce. Explorer Pro Comp offers 6-inch lift systems for ’88-04 GM 1500/2500 pickups and SUV’s that use one piece crossmembers constructed from 1/4-inch thick laser cut steel for ease of installation and maximum durability. The use of upper-control arm drop brackets maintains factory track width; allows the use of factory rims and tires; and avoids the awkward appearance associated with most GM spindle lift systems. Enhance the performance of their suspension system with front multiple shock kits*, rear traction bars and stainless steel front skid plates. Their recommended maximum tire size is 35x12.50 on 8-inch wide rims with a backspace of 3.5 to 4.50-inches. (Note: *A maximum backspace of 3.75 -inches is required for use of multiple front shock on ’88-99 K1500s). For more tech info contact 800-776-0767 or check out www.explorerprocomp.com.

FABTECH ’99-04 GM K1500 4WD 6” SYSTEM Fabtech’s Silverado Performance System provides a full 6-inches of lift via one-piece cast drop down steering knuckles attached to heavy-duty, 1/4-inch thick, high arched lower control arm crossmembers. The front differential is relocated at the proper angle to allow use of the factory front driveshaft for vibration free operation. The relocated front differential is positioned up high in the arched crossmembers and heavily protected by an integrated 1/4” thick steel skid plate. The stock upper control arms and steering centerlink are retained in the factory location and do not have to be removed for installation. Fabtech’s steering knuckles are designed to use the stock spare tire. The front suspension is completed with billet sway bar links, crossmember impact struts and torsion bar brackets. Rear lift is handled, using a 4” block kit and 2” add-a-leaf with rear bump stop brackets. For more tech info contact 909-597-7185 or check out www.fabtechmotorsports.com.

STABILIZE ’99-02 CHEVY/GMC C1500 PICKUPS Energy Suspension offers a complete performance polyurethane bushing Master Set for ’99-02 Chevrolet/GMC C1500 half-ton pickups. Energy’s Hyper-Flex Performance Polyurethane tightens up the suspension and reduces body roll for more responsive handling and stability, especially while towing. All bushings are designed to allow full suspension travel without binding, reducing wheel hop and by providing stability on uneven surfaces. Available components include front control arm bushings, front sway bar bushings and end links, rear leaf spring bushings and body mounts. Available as individual sets in red or graphite impregnated black. For tech info contact 949-361-3935 or check out www.energysuspension.com.

SWAY-A-WAY POWERBARZ2 SERIES OF TORSION BARS Sway-A-Way’s high performance series of POWERBARZ2 Torsion Bars, easily identified by their red powder coating, are manufactured to extremely tight tolerances and exacting heat treat conditions, This results in torsion bars with a more accurate spring rate and greater durability. These bars replace the current Powerbarz series and are designed for the most rugged off-road racing, circle track, dirt track and street truck conditions. The Powerbarz2 Series is available for many applications. For more tech info contact 818-700-9712 or check www.swayaway.com.

SUPERLIFT’S NEW 6” LIFT FOR H2 FITS UP TO 40” TIRES The new 6-inch system for the Hummer H2 enables owners to reliably raise their trucks to fit up to 40-inch tall tires without adversely affecting ride quality. Bracketry is made of heavy-duty 1/4-inch thick steel. Features such as a full-width differential/control arm crossmember for lateral rigidity provide the strength to withstand normal off-road abuse. Optional crossmember kicker braces add extra front-to-rear strength. To maintain factory suspension and steering geometry (retaining stock ride quality), this kit’s bracketry lowers all critical OE components 6”. Its centerlink stabilizing link also helps maintain factory handling. All brackets are finished in durable, black powdercoat, and CNC laser cutting ensures smooth, consistent edges. This kit levels the H2’s rear in one of two ways, depending on whether the vehicle has coil springs or airbags. Superlift’s preset, longer-than-stock coil springs include all necessary hardware + shock-relocation brackets. For rear air-suspension H2s, machined aluminum spacers that allow factory airbags to be retained are included. All H2 systems include four Superlift Superide shock absorbers; upgraded Bilstein high-pressure gas-charged shocks are optional. Other add-ons include a stainless-steel brushguard-style skidplate, a steering stabilizer and the TruSpeed speedometer recalibrator. This kit requires using a replacement front driveshaft, which is available separately. It’s backed by Superlift’s limited lifetime warranty. For more tech info contact 800-551-4955 or check out www.superlift.com.

EDELBROCK REAR PANHARD ROD Designed for the H2 and other GM trucks, this new tubular panhard rod compliments Edelbrock’s new spherical ball lower trailing arms. The improved design resists unwanted flex and twisting, keeping the axle properly located under the chassis for improved cornering and drivability under all conditions while maximizing rear suspension travel without bushing bind for a superior ride. Panhard rods include greasable-fluted polyurethane bushings for lasting durability. The panhard rod is applicable for 2003-04 Hummer H2, 2001-04 2WD and 4WD Tahoe, Suburban. For more tech info contact 310-781-2222 or check out www.edelbrock.com.

EXPLORER PRO COMP’S ’02-04 DODGE 1500 4x4 KIT Explorer Pro-Comp has designed a “must have” system for your 1500 Dodge. This ’02-04 5-inch kit clears 35-inch tires with no problem. The system includes a one-piece front crossmember and nodular iron knuckles. A balanced cylinder stabilizer system complements the “quickness” of the OE rack and pinion design. Grade 8 hardware, compression struts, and sway bar links are included for trouble free performance. MX6 monotube 6-way adjustable shocks complete this suspension kit for the new Ram. For more tech info contact 800-776-0767 or check out www.explorerprocomp.com.

EXPLORER PRO COMP ’04 F-150 Explorer Pro Comp offers one of their best-selling complete 6” suspension systems for the new ’04 F-150. Both the 2WD and 4WD systems allow clearance of 35” tall tires. To assure strength and ease of installation, a nodular iron knuckle spindle assembly was engineered into the kits. These systems require no welding, with only one hole to drill (template included) and minor cutting. Both systems are available with or without Explorer Pro Comp’s new CNC machined Pro Runner Monotube Coilovers. The one-piece formed crossmembers that are included in the system assure the optimum combination of strength and ease of fitment. For more tech info contact 800-776-0767 or check out www.explorerprocomp.com.

ENERGY SUSPENSION POLYURETHANE’S HANDLES RAM Energy Suspension offers a Hyper-Flex Master Set for the ’94-01 Dodge Ram 1500 2WD pickup. Replace the soft OE rubber suspension bushings and mounts with Energy’s performance polyurethane and get increased handling responsiveness, reduced body lean and improved control. The added stability from firmer polyurethane material allows more control also while towing. Available components include front control arm bushings, front sway bar bushings and end links, rear leaf spring bushings, body mounts, and tie rod end boots. Available in red or graphite-impregnated black. For tech info contact: 949-361-3935 or check out www.energysuspension.com.

SKYJACKER’S NEW Z-LINK PLATINUM COIL OVER CONVERSION FOR ’99-04 FORD SUPER DUTY. This new suspension system allows you to remove the factory equipped front leaf springs and convert to a coil-over front suspension. It allows for greater suspension travel, better stability and improved ride quality. Skyjackers’ design offers easy bolt-on installation. Only 4 holes have to be drilled per side to convert to this set-up. The system features: greater wheel travel; multi-valved coil-over front mono-tube shock; massive 2” piston; huge .875” / 22mm piston shaft; off-road race inspired wafer valving; heavy-gauged .125” / 3.175mm steel body wall; billet aluminum coils seat; pre-set Softride® front coils. For more tech info contact 318-388-0816 or check out www.skyjacker.com.

FABTECH DUAL STEERING STABILIZER SYSTEM ’01-04 GM C/K1500HD/K2500C/K2500HD, HUMMER H2 Fabtech’s advanced Dual Steering Stabilizer System for GM 8-lug IFS 2 and 4WD vehicles provides increased steering control when running oversized tires and wheels. Unique to the Fabtech steering stabilizer system is the mounting location of the two specially valved cylinders to each of the outer tie rod ends. By mounting the stabilizers as close to the tires as possible, via the outer tie rod ends, tire shimmy is controlled and reduces impact loads to the stock idler arm and pitman arm. This system is compatible with 6 and 8-inch Fabtech suspensions. For more tech info contact 909-597-7185 or check out www.fabtechmotorsports.com.

RANCHO BOLT-ON MULTIPLE SHOCK KITS Serious off-road enthusiasts and owners of other hard-working light trucks and SUVs can now enjoy the increased steering precision and enhanced rebound and damping performance of Rancho multiple shock systems. These bolt-on systems, available for several of their most popular suspensions typically retain the original, single shock in its current position while adding the benefits of two additional Rancho Shocks per side. Multiple shock kits now available include these models equipped with Rancho 4-inch suspension:

1999-2003 4WD Silverado/Sierra 2001-2003 2WD and 4WD Silverado/Sierra Systems include four Rancho Shocks and easy bolt on “hoop” design.

2000-2003 4WD Ford Excursion; 4WD F-250/F-350 Super Duty System features easy bolt-on bracket that replaces the original upper shock mount for a total of two shocks per side. Add-on shocks sold separately.

1988-1998 Silverado/Sierra 4WD 1995-1999 Tahoe 4WD models (2-door/4-door) Systems retain original shock in stock position, adding two shocks per side. With easy, bolt on “hoop” design. Add-on shocks sold separately. For more tech info contact 734-384-7804 or check out www.gorancho.com.

TOYOTA TACOMA... “WITH A TWIST” Skyjacker’s Platinum Series Coil Over Conversion 2.5-inch Tacoma lift adds a new ’twist’ to your Toyota Tacoma’s off road performance. This upper mounting bracket design allows the coil over to pivot or rotate smoothly through the whole travel cycle. The Platinum Series Coil Over Shock, a Skyjacker exclusive, has a heim-style spherical rod end at both the upper and lower mounting positions. This eliminates the inherent problems of other ‘stem-style’ shocks: top shaft leverage that leads to coil binds that can bend, overstress or even break the shaft. Each Softride® coil spring is CNC wound, made of 5160H alloy material, shot peened and preset solid to eliminate settling. The Platinum 2.5-inch Coil Over Lift fits 1995.5 to ’03 Toyota Tacoma models, both 4WD and 2WD Pre-runner’ models and 31” tires. For more tech info contact 318-388-0816 or check out www.skyjacker.com.