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80 series rock sliders

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80 series rock sliders

Post by vltcalais »

just want to know where i can get some sliders made up for a 80series? and also wanting to know if 80series sahara's come out with lockers from factory? i have a 4inch inch coil lift in it now that has sagged not sure if i should just get a 2inch body lift or just get 6inch coil lift also has 35's on it. few ppl have told me it will get too top heavy??? any ifo on the above would be good
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Post by Simmo88 »

I am also after some sliders for my 80. I am in Melbourne.
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Post by tonkatuf »

Try Ben at 4b Fabrications 0419 888 525 http://www.4bfabrications.com.au/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
His stuff always looks good. ;)
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Post by vltcalais »

cheers for that... any one else that can help me out with the other questions
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Post by oldmate »

the factory front and rear lockers were an option on the sahara, not standard.

6 inch is probably a bit much for an 80 that will be driven on roads. If you go this way you need to make sure the suspension flexes - particually the front otherwise it will be very tippy to drive.

Some coils sag. first you need to make sure they are rated for the extra weight you may have. Also i'd go with dobbinson coils, they are pretty much the best ones out there.
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Post by vltcalais »

oldmate wrote:the factory front and rear lockers were an option on the sahara, not standard.

6 inch is probably a bit much for an 80 that will be driven on roads. If you go this way you need to make sure the suspension flexes - particually the front otherwise it will be very tippy to drive.

Some coils sag. first you need to make sure they are rated for the extra weight you may have. Also i'd go with dobbinson coils, they are pretty much the best ones out there.
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Post by evanstaniland »

good work from this fella

http://bolsys.com.au/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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evanstaniland wrote:good work from this fella

http://bolsys.com.au/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Evan
cheers they look good for a reasonable price to. where abouts is he located
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Post by MADDS1 »

http://bolsys.com.au/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Thats a mad site, just what the customer wants, product and prices!!!

But call the 4B boys because they are in Carrum Downs, VIC so you can go and pic them up.
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Post by vltcalais »

MADDS1 wrote:http://bolsys.com.au/

Thats a mad site, just what the customer wants, product and prices!!!

But call the 4B boys because they are in Carrum Downs, VIC so you can go and pic them up.
but im in qld :)
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Post by MADDS1 »

My bad, saw the guy that posted first.
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Re: 80 series rock sliders

Post by vltcalais »

cheers mate
anyone can advise me on how bigger of lift i should go on my 80series? it has 35's on it now. has 3inch or 4inch that has sagged now not sure?
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Post by stinger »

I was told my lift was 6", now sagged overed a large number of years to about 4-5". I also have shocks from Dobinson for 6" lift they are great, no need for adapters and drop out further than a set of Ranchos.

I 35s and 38s with the 38s I had to take out 35mm in the rear guards (no firbre glass flares).

Next springs I get will be 5" as I like this size. No sway bars and she leans in the corners but it was built for off road work and only does less than 10,000 kms per year.

If you only run 35s I would probably go no higher than 4" lift, should be a good compromise if set up properly.
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stinger wrote:I was told my lift was 6", now sagged overed a large number of years to about 4-5". I also have shocks from Dobinson for 6" lift they are great, no need for adapters and drop out further than a set of Ranchos.

I 35s and 38s with the 38s I had to take out 35mm in the rear guards (no firbre glass flares).

Next springs I get will be 5" as I like this size. No sway bars and she leans in the corners but it was built for off road work and only does less than 10,000 kms per year.

If you only run 35s I would probably go no higher than 4" lift, should be a good compromise if set up properly.
some one said maybe get 5inch springs with 6inch shocks if that makes sense?
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Post by howsie »

I got 5 inch dobinson coils and shocks. Has sagged to about 4 inches now and realistically I would go no higher. Running 35's the only issue I have is the rear hits the rear bumpers and inner guard. Nothing a bit of trimming and bump stops won't fix. Handles better than dads 75 series with a 2 inch lift via extended shackles.
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Re: 80 series rock sliders

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howsie wrote:I got 5 inch dobinson coils and shocks. Has sagged to about 4 inches now and realistically I would go no higher. Running 35's the only issue I have is the rear hits the rear bumpers and inner guard. Nothing a bit of trimming and bump stops won't fix. Handles better than dads 75 series with a 2 inch lift via extended shackles.
so i should go no higher then 5inch? should i get heavy duty springs also? i do a fair bit of rock clibs and big angles so dnt want her to flip
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Post by badger »

Lockers were factory fitment on EVERY australian delivered 80 series sahara. They were however an option on 100's and some import 80's
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badger wrote:Lockers were factory fitment on EVERY australian delivered 80 series sahara. They were however an option on 100's and some import 80's
cheers for the info. if i wer to find some sahara diffs for mine what else do i need to put them in? any switches or?
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vltcalais wrote:
evanstaniland wrote:good work from this fella

http://bolsys.com.au/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Evan
cheers they look good for a reasonable price to. where abouts is he located

He is in QLD. he does good work, he built my car trailer and i drove up from Newcastle to get it!

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Re: 80 series rock sliders

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evanstaniland wrote:
vltcalais wrote:
evanstaniland wrote:good work from this fella

http://bolsys.com.au/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Evan
cheers they look good for a reasonable price to. where abouts is he located

He is in QLD. he does good work, he built my car trailer and i drove up from Newcastle to get it!

Evan
where abouts in qld looks like top quallity work
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Post by 80's_delirious »

vltcalais wrote:
badger wrote:Lockers were factory fitment on EVERY australian delivered 80 series sahara. They were however an option on 100's and some import 80's
cheers for the info. if i wer to find some sahara diffs for mine what else do i need to put them in? any switches or?

you need switches and the Difflock ECU and wiring harness or you can make up your own control circuits and wiring harness using relays.

PM me for a wiring diagram for relay control circuits.


As for lift, I wouldn't go any higher than 4" springs, particularly if it is used on road. Having 4" lift never stopped me from going anywhere that an 80 with 6" springs went.
I had 35"s with 4" lift with no problem, you can go bigger rubber if you are prepared to change bumpstops, trim guards etc.
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Re: 80 series rock sliders

Post by vltcalais »

80's_delirious wrote:
vltcalais wrote:
badger wrote:Lockers were factory fitment on EVERY australian delivered 80 series sahara. They were however an option on 100's and some import 80's
cheers for the info. if i wer to find some sahara diffs for mine what else do i need to put them in? any switches or?

you need switches and the Difflock ECU and wiring harness or you can make up your own control circuits and wiring harness using relays.

PM me for a wiring diagram for relay control circuits.


As for lift, I wouldn't go any higher than 4" springs, particularly if it is used on road. Having 4" lift never stopped me from going anywhere that an 80 with 6" springs went.
I had 35"s with 4" lift with no problem, you can go bigger rubber if you are prepared to change bumpstops, trim guards etc.
thaks for the info now i just have to try and find some. ive taken the flares off mine the 35s only hit on the front bullbar so goin to cut in down a few inchs for now
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Post by evanstaniland »

vltcalais wrote:
evanstaniland wrote:
vltcalais wrote:
evanstaniland wrote:good work from this fella

http://bolsys.com.au/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Evan
cheers they look good for a reasonable price to. where abouts is he located

He is in QLD. he does good work, he built my car trailer and i drove up from Newcastle to get it!

Evan
where abouts in qld looks like top quallity work
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Re: 80 series rock sliders

Post by phippsy »

Dave is half way between Brissy and Toowoomba. That is my 80 on his site. :armsup: The sliders are great, fit really well .
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