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Designed specifically to handle the demanding conditions of South African terrain, this kit replaces the factory “nose-down” rake with a level, aggressive stance while delivering the load-carrying capacity required for work, towing, or serious overlanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUtilising \u003cstrong\u003e41mm Bore Foam Cell Shock technology\u003c\/strong\u003e, this system provides nearly double the oil capacity of standard shocks — keeping your suspension cool, consistent, and fade-free during long hauls on corrugated gravel roads, farm tracks, and high-speed dirt highways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🔧 Kit Components \u0026amp; Technical Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLift Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Shocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2x 41mm Bore Foam Cell Shock Absorbers (optional: 9-stage adjustable units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Shocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2x 41mm Bore Foam Cell Shock Absorbers (optional: 9-stage adjustable units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Springs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty Coil Springs — available for No Bar, Steel Bullbar, or Winch setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Springs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-leaf Spring Packs — Comfort, 300kg Constant, or 500kg Constant Load options\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-tensile Steel U-Bolts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolyurethane Bush Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — Shackles and Eyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentre Bolt Spacers\u003c\/strong\u003e (where required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. 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The Tough Dog kit solves both problems with progressive spring rates that deliver a comfortable, “plush” ride when empty, and exceptional stability and load control when fully laden for a camping trip, site visit, or towing run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003e40mm lift\u003c\/strong\u003e — corrects factory nose-down rake and adds serious ground clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFoam Cell shock technology\u003c\/strong\u003e — nearly double the oil capacity of standard shocks for fade-free performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eProgressive rear spring rates\u003c\/strong\u003e — comfortable when empty, composed when loaded\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eLoad-rated spring options\u003c\/strong\u003e — Comfort, 300kg, or 500kg Constant to match your specific setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFront spring options by accessory load\u003c\/strong\u003e — No Bar, Bullbar, or Winch configurations available\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eOptional 9-stage adjustable shocks\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine-tune your ride for any terrain or load condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eHigh-tensile U-Bolts \u0026amp; polyurethane bushes\u003c\/strong\u003e — built for long-term durability under South African conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Tailshaft Spacer Kit may be required on some GD-6 models to prevent driveline vibration after lift. 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