Tough Dog 40mm Suspension Lift Kit – Toyota Fortuner GD-6 (2016+) | Advanced 4x4

Tough Dog Toyota Fortuner GD-6 (2016+) Complete 40mm Suspension Lift Kit

The Tough Dog Toyota Fortuner GD-6 (2016+) 40mm Suspension Kit is the definitive upgrade for owners who demand more from their SUV. Unlike the Hilux, the Fortuner features a rear coil-link suspension that can feel “soft” or “wallowy” when fully loaded with passengers, luggage, or towing gear. This kit delivers a firmer, more planted feel — significantly reducing body roll and eliminating the front-end nose-dive under braking that plagues the factory setup.

Built with 41mm Bore Foam Cell Shock technology, this kit is engineered for the long haul — keeping oil temperatures low and valving consistent through the toughest corrugated African roads, whether you’re on a school run or deep in the bush.

---

🔧 Kit Components & Technical Specs

• Lift Height: Approximately 40mm
• Front Shocks: 2x 41mm Bore Foam Cell Shock Absorbers (optional: 9-stage adjustable units)
• Rear Shocks: 2x 41mm Bore Foam Cell Shock Absorbers (optional: 9-stage adjustable units)
• Front Springs: Heavy-duty Coil Springs — available for No Bar, Bullbar, or Winch setups
• Rear Springs: Coil Springs — Comfort, 0–300kg, or Constant Load options (ideal for drawer systems and towing)
• Full Hardware Kit: All necessary bushes and spacers for seamless bolt-on installation
• Approx. Shipping Weight: 40kg – 48kg
• Package Dimensions (L×W×H): 900mm × 450mm × 250mm
• SKU: TD-FORT-GD6-40 (configuration specific)

---

🚗 Why Upgrade Your Fortuner GD-6?

The Fortuner is a versatile family and adventure vehicle — but its factory suspension is tuned heavily for unladen city comfort. Add a towbar, a full load of passengers and luggage, or an off-road trailer, and the rear end sags, the nose dives under braking, and body roll becomes a real concern. The Tough Dog kit restores ride height and keeps the vehicle level, safe, and composed — even when pushed to its limits.

• ✅ 40mm lift — improved ground clearance and corrected factory rake
• ✅ Eliminates nose-dive — firmer front spring rates improve braking stability and driver confidence
• ✅ Reduces body roll — more planted feel through corners, on and off-road
• ✅ Prevents rear sag — load-rated rear coil options handle drawers, towing, and full passenger loads
• ✅ Foam Cell shock technology — consistent, fade-free damping on extended corrugated drives
• ✅ Optional 9-stage adjustable shocks — perfect for drivers who switch between daily city driving and weekend off-road adventures

---

🛡️ Warranty & Fitment Requirements

This kit includes a 4-Year / Unlimited Kilometre Recreational Warranty — activated only upon professional installation.

• Approved Fitment: Advanced 4x4 Branch in Strand, any authorised Tough Dog fitment centre, or an RMI-accredited workshop
• Warranty Integrity: Fitment must be performed by a qualified technician with the odometer reading recorded on the invoice
• Price Excludes: Fitment and wheel alignment. Contact us to book your installation at our Strand RMI workshop

---

⭐ Why Choose Tough Dog?

Tough Dog is a recognised Second Stage Manufacturer (SSM), with components certified to handle increased Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) without compromising roadworthiness or legal compliance. Their Fortuner-specific engineering ensures every spring rate and shock valve is calibrated for the GD-6’s unique coil-link rear geometry — not a generic adaptation.

At Advanced 4x4, we stock the full Tough Dog Fortuner range and can advise on the correct spring load rating, whether 9-stage adjustable shocks suit your driving profile, and how to book your fitment at our Strand branch.

⏳ Lead Time: Please allow 14 business days for production/sourcing if stock is not immediately available.