The stock rear suspension is a four-link with a Panhard bar, and it connects to a stout factory solid axle fitted with a 9-1/2-inch ring gear and 1.35-inch, 32-spline axleshafts. Aftermarket 5.29 gears were fitted to the stock Toyota E-locker rear differential. The factory axleshafts and disc-brake rotors were also redrilled from a 5x150mm wheel bolt pattern to 6x5.5-inch wheel bolt pattern to match the new front axle. Slee 6-inch-lift coils from the rear of an 80 Series were used to match the front lift height. The rear suspension also uses upgraded, high-strength Slee lower control arms in conjunction with a Slee adjustable Panhard bar. The lower shock mounts were raised to allow for additional clearance and shock travel.
After the suspension was completed, the rest of the truck was addressed. A full interior cage was crafted by T.J. Briscoe to keep the occupants safe in the luxury interior. The rear seats were removed and replaced with an African Outback drawer system and Engel fridge/freezer. The dented body was straightened and covered in factory Toyota Electric Blue paint. In order to protect the new paint, Slee rock sliders and bumpers were added all around. The front bumper houses a Warn M12000 winch, while the rear bumper holds a Hi-Lift jack and a fullsize spare.
After completion, Christo Slee drove the 7,300-pound 'Cruiser from Denver to Moab for the Toyota Land Cruiser Association's annual Cruise Moab event. Not only did the new suspension drive straight and true on the highway, but it gobbled up all obstacles that Hell's Revenge had to offer - and that includes optional obstacles like Hell's Gate.
Look for Slee and his big 'Cruiser on the trail as he continues to test his ultimate Land Cruiser. Or call him up to order your own ultimate Land Cruiser.
 All of the independent front...  All of the independent front suspension components were removed, including the differential, torsion bars, sway bar, shocks, brakes, hubs, steering rack, and CV joints. |  The mounts for the front control...  The mounts for the front control arms and differential cradle were torched off the frame and then ground smooth to create a blank canvas. |  The stock motor mounts tie...  The stock motor mounts tie into the IFS bracketry on the frame for added strength. With these components removed, it was necessary for Slee to fabricate new motor mounts for the 4.7L V8 engine. |
 The bare frame was reinforced...  The bare frame was reinforced with 1/8-inch steel to withstand the rigors of the new front suspension and significant addition of unsprung weight to the front of the Land Cruiser. |  Coil-spring mounts and shock...  Coil-spring mounts and shock towers from an 80 Series Land Cruiser were added to accommodate the new suspension. These components greatly simplified the swap and would easily allow Slee to offer this suspension to customers in kit form. |  The Diamond Axles housing...  The Diamond Axles housing is 69 inches wide to match the factory rear axle and is fabricated from 3/8-inch-thick steel throughout for maximum strength. The housings come bare, ready to accept the third member, outers, and suspension brackets of your choice. |