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Dobinson IMS lift

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by homesteader, Jan 6, 2023.

  1. Jan 20, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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    Klinsman55

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    Sounds good. Id take anything better than 7mph. My friend with me in his 4runner had Ironman FCP shocks and was doing 30-40mph
     
  2. Jan 23, 2025 at 6:42 AM
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    pick the coils that will provide the lift that you want, then if you are over 2.5" you go with the extended travel struts (and everything else that is required like extended brake lines, etc), 2" or less you go with the standard struts. At least that is my understanding. @Crikeymike can help you determine exactly what you need.
     
  3. Jan 23, 2025 at 7:29 AM
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    The front extended travel coilovers (IMS59-50574) do not require extended brake lines. Only potential requirements would be UCA's to prevent UBJ binding and correct caster. Possibly dobinsons sway bar drop bracket kit. These can be set to 2-3.5" of lift.

    Rear extended travel shocks (IMS59-50575) require extended brake lines, ET springs, offset links, and extended bump stops. You would also need a track bar correction kit. (DRKDSS offers a bolt on solution.) They start at 3” of lift.

    It's not uncommon to do the ET front and regular travel rear if you don't need the extra articulation and your ideal lift height is around 2-3.5” front and 0-3” rear.

    Rear extended travel (ET) is more expensive due to the requirements but grants A LOT more articulation for off road use.

    Exit has a build a kit option on their website. It's worth noting that Dobinsons run a little high, especially at first. In my experience they settle quite a bit with time.
    https://exitoffroad.com/product/dob...UvMIyLx1O4Dm4im7TZcUhXYxyCo3JUo4vctAXpd04jaO6
     
    Last edited: Jan 23, 2025
  4. Jan 24, 2025 at 7:26 AM
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    Thanks for the clarification. I'm only looking at 2" front and 1.5-2" rear
     

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