Toyota 4Runner (1985-1989) IFS (Leaf Rear) 11/1985-1989 Tough Dog T46L-LH Tough Dog Rear Leaf Spring
TD-T46L-LH
Leaf springs represent one of the most enduring suspension designs in automotive engineering, maintaining their relevance in commercial vehicles due to their exceptional load-bearing capabilities. Designed in Australia, Tough Dog progressive rate leaf springs incorporate both primary and secondary stage leaves, ensuring that the vehicle's ride quality remains uncompromised under varying load conditions.
As the spring compresses under load, the secondary stage engages, effectively preventing excessive sag and maintaining optimal ride height. The manufacturing process is meticulously engineered to maximize durability, offering robust corrosion resistance and sag prevention. Tough Dog provides a selection of up to three spring rate options for most applications, allowing for tailored performance to suit specific vehicle setups.
These leaf springs are precision mandrel and die-formed, oil quenched, hardened, and tempered to ensure longevity and resilience. A military wrap is standard across all part numbers, enhancing structural integrity. Each spring is accurately heat-treated and crafted from high-grade spring steel, with anti-friction pads included in most applications to reduce wear and enhance performance. Additionally, the springs are pre-stressed to maintain ride height and are load rate tested to ensure reliability.
For vehicles equipped with additional accessories, Tough Dog offers various spring rates to accommodate constant load carrying. The approximate raised height provided by these springs ranges from 40-50mm, with specific models designed for different load capacities: T46C-LH and T46C-RH for light loads (0-300kg) on passenger and driver sides respectively, and T46L-LH and T46L-RH for constant loads (300kg) on the same sides.
When selecting springs, it is advisable to choose one of each side (LH and RH) to create a complete pair. It is also recommended to pair these raised springs with long travel shock absorbers for optimal performance. Constant load refers to weight that is permanently added to the vehicle, such as fixed accessories like canopies, steel trays, draw systems, fridges, toolboxes, rear bars, or spare wheel carriers. Selecting the appropriate spring rate is crucial for achieving the best results in load carrying capacity, ride quality, and overall ride height.
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