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Born from a legacy of heavy commercial vehicle engineering by \u003cstrong\u003ePowerdown\u003c\/strong\u003e, this system eliminates the soft, wallowing unladen ride of the factory BT-50 while providing up to \u003cstrong\u003e45mm of ground clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e — carefully optimised to maintain safe operating angles for the front CV joints and steering ball joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis classic workhorse uses a \u003cstrong\u003etraditional IFS with adjustable torsion bars\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with a leaf-sprung rear axle. The upgraded heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003eTB1525 Torsion Bars\u003c\/strong\u003e — thicker diameter than OEM to support steel bumpers and winches without sagging — and R-MAZ06B Constant-Load Leaf Springs stop dangerous rear-end sag dead in its tracks. Equipped with heavy-duty Nitro shocks with multi-stage velocity-sensitive disk valving, this kit eradicates the nose-diving and body roll common to the first-gen BT-50 chassis and eliminates dampening fade over hours of brutal corrugated gravel bush tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKit Components \u0026amp; Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Nitro Gas Shock Absorbers – Pair (G6098M3Y)\u003c\/strong\u003e – 35mm bore, 54mm outer tube, multi-stage velocity-sensitive disk valving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Heavy-Duty Torsion Bars (TB1525)\u003c\/strong\u003e – thicker diameter than OEM; supports steel bumpers \u0026amp; winches without sagging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Nitro Gas Shock Absorbers – Pair (G6014M4Y)\u003c\/strong\u003e – matched rear damping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Heavy-Duty Leaf Springs (R-MAZ06A)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Medium load, 0–150kg constant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Extra Heavy-Duty Leaf Springs (R-MAZ06B)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Constant 300kg+ for RTT, canopies \u0026amp; drawers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolyurethane Bush \u0026amp; U-Bolt Fitting Kit (RAW-BU-BT5007)\u003c\/strong\u003e – complete hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Lift:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35mm – 45mm over factory ride height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~59–65kg (heavy-duty rear leaf packs \u0026amp; front torsion bars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaged Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,290mm × 450mm × 280mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Bore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35mm twin-tube | Outer Tube: 54mm thick-walled steel | Valving: Multi-stage velocity-sensitive disk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eImportant Installation Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e⚠️ The first-generation BT-50 IFS platform requires a \u003cstrong\u003emanual torsion bar crank\u003c\/strong\u003e during front installation. A \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional wheel alignment is mandatory immediately after fitment\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure correct caster, camber, and toe settings and prevent uneven tyre wear. We strongly recommend booking your alignment at the time of fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndustry-leading \u003cstrong\u003e3-Year \/ 60,000km Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e — covers leaf sagging, torsion bar fatigue, and high-pressure oil seal blowouts under heavy overlanding loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Fitment Available Nationwide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrefer to have it fitted by experts? \u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced 4x4 offers professional fitment at our fitment centres across South Africa.\u003c\/strong\u003e Simply place your order online and contact us to book your fitment appointment at the centre nearest to you. Our technicians handle the torsion bar crank and post-fitment alignment as part of the service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSelecting the Right Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo ensure you receive the correct spring rate for your build, please specify your setup at checkout:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront-end weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Bumper \/ Replacement Steel Bullbar \u0026amp; Winch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear-end setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light–Medium Loads (0–150kg) \/ Permanent 300kg+ Canopy, RTT \u0026amp; Camp Setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e⏳ \u003cstrong\u003eLead Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please allow 14 business days for production\/sourcing if stock is not immediately available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RAW 4x4","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51972370628900,"sku":"G6098M3Y","price":21695.65,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/7835\/4724\/files\/rawbt501.jpg?v=1769757588"},{"product_id":"mazda-bt-50-2011-2019-raw-suspension","title":"RAW 4x4 Heavy-Duty Suspension Lift Kit – Mazda BT-50 UP UR (2011–2019)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRAW 4x4 Heavy-Duty Suspension Lift Kit – Mazda BT-50 UP \/ UR (2011–2019)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFix your bakkie’s load handling and upgrade its trail performance with the commercial truck-tough RAW 4x4 Heavy-Duty Suspension Kit for the Mazda BT-50 UP \/ UR (2011–2019). Born from a legacy of heavy commercial vehicle engineering by \u003cstrong\u003ePowerdown\u003c\/strong\u003e, this system eliminates the soft, wallowing unladen ride of the stock BT-50 while providing up to \u003cstrong\u003e55mm of ground clearance\u003c\/strong\u003e — carefully engineered to remain within safe operating thresholds for the front CV axles and steering linkages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring this production era, the \u003cstrong\u003eMazda BT-50 shared its platform, chassis architecture, and assembly design with the Ford Ranger T6\u003c\/strong\u003e, and this kit is purpose-engineered for that shared platform. Whether you’re packing a Quick Pitch Quick-en-Suite Box Unit or carrying full overlanding equipment, the upgraded front coils and R-RAN11B Constant-Load Leaf Springs stop dangerous rear-end sag dead in its tracks. 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