Although many think the Hilux is more or less similar to a Tacoma it is, in fact, a very different vehicle. The frame is very stout, and the rear suspension is designed for quite a bit more load and service than a Tacoma. These differences prompted an approach to this international chassis that was quite… Continue reading ICON 2005-UP Toyota Hilux Suspension Systems
Category: Suspension
RUGGED RIDGE’S NEW INVERTED DRAG LINK FOR ’07-’14 JK WRANGLERS RESTORES STEERING GEOMETRY ON LIFTED JEEPS
Suwanee, Ga. (July 22, 2014) – Rugged Ridge®, a manufacturer of Jeep® off-road accessories and suspension kits, today introduced its new inverted drag link for 2007-2014 Jeep JK Wranglers. Specially designed to fix steering geometry issues that plague lifted Jeeps, the new design reduces bump steer and increases ground clearance; keeping vital steering components out of… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE’S NEW INVERTED DRAG LINK FOR ’07-’14 JK WRANGLERS RESTORES STEERING GEOMETRY ON LIFTED JEEPS
EIBACH ALL-TERRAIN-LIFT JEEP WRANGLER JK
Eibach has captured countless victories in some of the greatest off-road races in the world. Take that same race-winning technology, combine it with Eibach’s legendary suspension tuning and enter: the ALL-TERRAIN-LIFT. Built to withstand anything you can throw at it, the ALL-TERRAIN-LIFT is the perfect balance of off-road performance with on-road stability and ride quality. The Eibach ALL-TERRAIN-LIFT Kit comes… Continue reading EIBACH ALL-TERRAIN-LIFT JEEP WRANGLER JK
New Old Man Emu Suspension for Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 (2011 & On)
Determining the right solution for your vehicle and your requirements demands special attention to many factors. Unlike numerous aftermarket suspension systems, which are only available in a single configuration targeting lift height, Old Man Emu (OME) now offers a range of tuned and matched integrated suspension systems engineered specifically for the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2.… Continue reading New Old Man Emu Suspension for Jeep Grand Cherokee WK2 (2011 & On)
Two New Lift Kits from Superlift Suspension
Superlift 6” Lift Kit for 2009-2014 Ford F-150 4WD Available with Superide, or Superide SS by Bilstein Rear Shocks Superlift’s 6″ lift kit for 2009-2014 Ford F150 4WD trucks achieves front lift by installing spacers on top of the factory front strut / coil spring assemblies, eliminating time consuming strut disassembly. The factory upper control arms are… Continue reading Two New Lift Kits from Superlift Suspension
ICON 2007-UP Jeep JK 4.5″ Suspension Systems
ICON Vehicle Dynamics is proud to announce the 2007 to current Jeep Wrangler JK 4.5” suspension system line up. Hours of development on the computer, on the lift, on the shock dyno, in the desert, and on the trails and slick rock of Moab have resulted in what ICON believes to be the best suspension… Continue reading ICON 2007-UP Jeep JK 4.5″ Suspension Systems
ICON 2011+ GM 2500HD / 3500 Suspension System Update
ICON Vehicle Dynamics has re-staged our 2011-Current Chevrolet & GMC 2500/3500 HD suspension systems. After long-term ride testing and tuning, ICON feels the front 2.0 shocks are unable to provide a quality riding system both on and off-road without being overworked prematurely.
MaxTrac Releases Dodge Ram 2WD 6-Inch Lift Kit
MaxTrac Announces New 6-Inch Lift Kit For 2003-2008 2WD Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Anaheim, Calif. — With the prices of 4×4 trucks skyrocketing over the past few years, the traditional truck owner has gone back to the basics by purchasing a 2WD truck to get the job done. But what he had to sacrifice is being able to… Continue reading MaxTrac Releases Dodge Ram 2WD 6-Inch Lift Kit
Metalcloak’s 3.5 Duroflex Cherokee XJ Suspension System
Metalcloak brings the undisputed success of the Duroflex Joint to Jeep Cherokee, XJ, owners with the 3.5″ Duroflex Suspension System. The patent pending Duroflex joint offers the vibration dampening of a rubber bushing with the high-misalignment of a ball joint – all housed in adjustable chromoly control arms. Add the industry’s leading Dual Rate coil… Continue reading Metalcloak’s 3.5 Duroflex Cherokee XJ Suspension System
ICON 2007-UP Jeep JK Steering Stabilizer Kit
ICON Vehicle Dynamics has recently developed a high-clearance steering stabilizer kit for the 2007-UP Jeep Wrangler JK that not only increases damping ability, but also relocates the stabilizer up and out of the way of rocks, brush, and other trail hazards. Replacing the stock stabilizer with the ICON unit reduces feedback to the steering wheel… Continue reading ICON 2007-UP Jeep JK Steering Stabilizer Kit
ICON 2014 F-150 Suspension Release
ICON Vehicle Dynamics 2014 F-150 suspension systems are designed with maximum performance and the serious driver in mind. The primary focus of ICON engineers is to increase wheel travel and damping ability, which translates into outstanding vehicle control and ride quality both on and off-road. An in-depth R&D process including suspension articulation, ride tuning, and… Continue reading ICON 2014 F-150 Suspension Release
FOX Expands Product Offerings with Evolution Series IFP Shocks for Jeep Applications
FOX offers Jeep owners a new level of valve with the introduction of the Evolution Series IFP shocks for under $100. El Cajon, Calif. – For four decades, FOX has been an industry leader in the design and development of high performance shocks that are tested by winning snowmobile, mountain bike, ATV, UTV, and off-road athletes around the… Continue reading FOX Expands Product Offerings with Evolution Series IFP Shocks for Jeep Applications
ICON RAM 2500/3500 Coilover Conversion Systems
The 2003-2013 RAM 2500 / 3500 chassis is a solid foundation that makes for a competent heavy-duty work truck or a tough weekend warrior that’s able to take some serious off-road abuse. While these heavy-duty RAM trucks perform quite well off the lot, ICON Vehicle Dynamics engineers have spent a significant amount of time at… Continue reading ICON RAM 2500/3500 Coilover Conversion Systems
Rancho® Launches New Performance Suspension Systems for 2014 GMC Sierra 1500
Systems Pass Federal Rollover Safety Test; Rancho Engineers Integrate Options to Accommodate Varying OE Steering Knuckle Material Long Beach, Calif., Dec. 12, 2013 – The new Rancho 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension systems recently passed the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 126 – Electronic Stability Control Systems (FMVSS-126) test – and were engineered to accommodate the varying steering knuckle materials being used… Continue reading Rancho® Launches New Performance Suspension Systems for 2014 GMC Sierra 1500
FOX Revamps 2.0 Factory Series Reservoir Shocks for 2014
New for 2014 are aluminum reservoir bodies with integrated O-ring sealed air valve caps and improved universal reservoir mounting clamps El Cajon, Calif. – For decades, the FOX 2.0 Factory Series Reservoir smooth body shock has been the ultimate performance suspension upgrade for stock or lifted trucks and SUVs–but unwilling to rest on its laurels, FOX has gone… Continue reading FOX Revamps 2.0 Factory Series Reservoir Shocks for 2014
MaxTrac Releases Ram 1500 4.5-Inch, 7-Inch Lift Kits
Two-wheel drive lift technology goes to new heights with 4.5-inch and 7-inch spindle lift systems for 2003-2013 Ram ½-tons Anaheim, Calif. — MaxTrac Suspension released new lift systems that incorporate the company’s signature lift spindles. For 2003-2013 Ram 1500 2WD trucks, the new MaxTrac knuckles – cast from ductile iron and finished with a durable black… Continue reading MaxTrac Releases Ram 1500 4.5-Inch, 7-Inch Lift Kits
Rancho® Suspension Systems Pass Federal Rollover Safety Test
Rancho 2014 GMC Sierra 1500, 2009-2013 Ford F-150 Systems Certified as FMVSS-126 Compliant; BFGoodrich Tires, OE Wheel Works Wheels Included in Testing Long Beach, Calif., Oct. 28, 2013 – The Rancho® lift kits for 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2009-2013 Ford F-150 (RS6519B) trucks recently met all requirements of the U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 126 – Electronic Stability Control Systems (FMVSS-126) test.
Metalcloak’s Adjustable Rear Bump Stop System Makes Designing Your JK Suspension Easy
Metalcloak continues their trend of innovation with the Adjustable REAR Bump Stop System. Like most of us, you’ve probably guessed what size bump stop you need for your lift kit, fender and tire combination. Guess no more. Following the success of the Adjustable Front Bump Stop System that uses hockey-like pucks to provide the option… Continue reading Metalcloak’s Adjustable Rear Bump Stop System Makes Designing Your JK Suspension Easy
Superlift Suspension Releases 2.5″ Lift Kit
Kit fits 2007-2014 Jeep JK Wrangler 2-Door (K932) and 4-Door (K931) – Fits Right and Left Hand Drive Models West Monroe, LA — The JK series Wrangler is an enjoyable daily driver with considerable off-road capabilities; a true “double duty” vehicle with mass appeal. The question is how to make a good thing better without sacrificing the… Continue reading Superlift Suspension Releases 2.5″ Lift Kit
FOX 4.0 Factory Series Bypass Now Available
4.0 diameter bypass shocks provide additional damping and cooling capabilities over smaller options Now available, the FOX 4.0 Factory Series Bypass shock is the ideal position-sensitive shock for lightweight unlimited offroad racecars and pre-runners. Bypass shocks allow precise adjustment of multiple stages of compression and rebound damping. The 4.0 Factory Series Bypass shock adds another competitive option… Continue reading FOX 4.0 Factory Series Bypass Now Available
FOX Quick Adjusting Bypass (QAB) Technology Now Available
Quick Adjusting Bypass technology is available as an option for all new 2.5, 3.0, and 3.5 FOX External Bypass shocks or as an upgrade The FOX Quick Adjusting Bypass (QAB) technology allows you to manually adjust bypass tubes, quickly and easily, making fumbling with tools and visually counting turns obsolete. The CNC Machined 6061-T6 aluminum… Continue reading FOX Quick Adjusting Bypass (QAB) Technology Now Available
Rancho® Introduces Level It Suspension Kit for Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Trucks
New Suspension System Includes Components Specifically Designed to Level Popular Diesel Truck Series Long Beach, Calif., Aug. 12, 2013 – Rancho® now offers a brand-new “Level It” performance suspension system that easily lifts the front of 2003-2012 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 diesel trucks. Available now through performance retailers, the Rancho Level It Dodge Ram system (P/N RS66450R7) delivers uncompromised on- and off-road comfort… Continue reading Rancho® Introduces Level It Suspension Kit for Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Trucks