BigJimnyMeet (North) 2024 (12 Jan 2024)
14th July 2024
Parkwood Nr. Leeds
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4 boxes but only 3 shocks?
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That workshop behind Superbowlsniper wrote: Five weeks wait in the end but from first impressions, worth it. Quality feel and appearance.
Off in to Mansfield, found a workshop with a ton of off roaders outside, only want £100 to fit springs and shocks and it was going to cost me £50 to hire a ramp.... Lets see how we get on.
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If you're thinking about fitting a winch and plate with recovery points give me a shout
As I have one kicking around that's not being used
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Can I have a look at the winching gear please jack, sounds interesting. I was going to look at recovery points so I could try a pay and play, going the extra mile might be a choice. I can call over anytime that suits.
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And no I don't know who owns the said workshop but do know some guys who have had work done
They're happy with them
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I'm glad that workshop has had no negative feedback, looking at whats outside, a suspension swap should be well within their capabilities.
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Been a bit of a drama but as a non stock item, any problems cause big delays, I can accept that. A discount code has been offered for my next purchase as recompense, can't say fairer.....
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Cracking deal from jack, thanks mate.
This causes a bit of a problem with the springs now, will standard +15mm be enough I wonder or will I need to go higher........
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I offered to return the winch set up to jack but he said he was happy for me to move it on, it is now on the for sale page.
The car sits maybe 30mm higher and with only 15mm seats, shows how tired the old springs were. Cats and dogs on the way home so a steady drive but it felt quite different.
The steering damper has made the wheel feel firmer and dare I say, no wobble at 45 where there was a bit.
I set the dampers at 7 clicks from soft on the front, 6 clicks rear.
The suspension feels solid and quieter over small tarmac bumps, roll seems softer but still firm. Tyres seem more in touch.
I'm happy to recommend the workshop, he had to modify some bits to get clearance and obviously knows his trade. I will check that he is happy for me to do so and post again.
A good trash about tomorrow and get a picture to compare against standard.
A good week for being a jimnyist, suspension finally done (3wks late) and met Glyn at the workshop, also met jackonlyjack off the forum and got a great winch set up. Jacks car looks very purposeful, I like some of the little touches on it and it sounds ace. I hope to see it in action one day soon.
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