Dobinsons MRA Adjustable Front Struts give the Isuzu D-Max (2012-06/2020) a genuine 2" front lift with a coilover collar you wind up or down to fine-tune ride height and preload. Each strut is a monotube design paired with a matched coil spring and new strut top mount, so geometry and damping are set from the factory. This is a front-only kit — check all suspension parts for the Isuzu D-Max to match it with a rear leaf or coil kit. In stock in Australia now, backed by Dobinsons' manufacturer warranty and fitment support from our team.
Browse all compatible suspension parts for your 2" Front Struts Isuzu D-Max 2012-2020 using our parts finder.
| Make | Model | Series | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isuzu | D-Max | RT50 (SX, LS-M, LS-U, LS-Terrain) | 2012–06/2020 | 3.0L 4JJ1-TC turbo diesel |
| Isuzu | D-Max | RT50 | 2012–06/2020 | 2.5L 4JK1-TC turbo diesel |
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Choose your front spring rate based on the constant weight sitting over the front axle, not just the vehicle's base kerb weight. A D-Max fitted with a steel bull bar, winch and driving lights carries meaningfully more front-end load than a stock tray-back ute, and the coil needs to suit that setup to hold the full 2" of lift under load. Talk to our team about your accessory list — bull bar weight, winch, and any front-mounted lightbars — before ordering so the matched spring holds ride height correctly.
Fitment is a strut and spring swap best handled by an experienced 4WD suspension installer or a mechanically confident DIYer with a spring compressor and strut tool. Wheel alignment is mandatory after fitting — the 2" lift changes front camber and caster, and an alignment keeps tyre wear even and steering true. Allow a 500km bed-in period for the new coil springs and strut mounts to settle before fine-tuning ride height with the supplied spanners. If you're also correcting geometry at ride height, pair this kit with upgraded control arms to restore factory-correct CV and steering angles.
Dobinsons has built 4WD suspension for the Australian market for decades, with struts and springs developed and tested locally rather than adapted from left-hand-drive markets. This MRA strut kit carries Dobinsons' manufacturer warranty and is used by tourers and tradespeople who need adjustable front ride height without sacrificing everyday drivability. You can view the full Dobinsons range for matching rear springs, shocks and accessories for your D-Max.
This kit suits D-Max owners who tour with roof racks, drawer systems and bull bars and want adjustable front ride height to compensate for that gear. It's also a fit for tradespeople running front-mounted equipment who need consistent front geometry across a working week. If you're carrying constant rear payload or towing a caravan, look at pairing this front strut kit with airbag suspension for the rear to keep the vehicle level front to rear.
This Dobinsons MRA 2" front strut kit for the Isuzu D-Max is in stock in Australia now, with fast dispatch and fitment support from our in-house team. Browse our full lift kit range to build a matched front-and-rear setup for your D-Max.
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Yes, this Dobinsons MRA front strut kit is built for the Isuzu D-Max RT50 series, produced from 2012 through to June 2020, covering both the 3.0L 4JJ1-TC and 2.5L 4JK1-TC turbo diesel engines. It suits SX, LS-M, LS-U and LS-Terrain variants of that generation. The D-Max changed platform after June 2020, so if your vehicle is close to that cutoff it's worth confirming your exact build date. Contact our team with your VIN or compliance plate details if you're not sure which struts you need.
This kit gives a 2" lift at the front, set at the coilover spring perch and adjustable up or down within the strut's collar range using the supplied spanners. Because it's a front-only strut kit, rear ride height is unchanged unless you also fit a rear leaf or coil spring kit. Many D-Max owners run this front kit alongside a matched rear spring upgrade for a level, front-and-rear 2" stance. Our team can help you match a rear option to suit your accessories and load.
The kit includes 2 x Dobinsons MRA Adjustable Front Struts, 2 x matched front coil springs rated for a 2" lift, 2 x new strut top mounts, a set of adjustment spanners for the preload collar, and the mounting hardware needed for factory strut top fitment. Rear shocks, leaf springs and coil springs are not included and are sold separately. Upper and lower control arms are also sold separately, should your setup need them.
This front strut kit supports the extra front-end weight of accessories like a steel bull bar or winch, but towball download from a caravan or trailer loads the rear axle, not the front struts. For towing, we recommend also reviewing your rear spring and shock setup — leaf springs, coil springs or airbag suspension — to handle that rear load correctly. Talk to our team about your tow rig's front and rear accessory list before ordering.
Control arm upgrades are not mandatory to run this 2" front strut kit, but they're worth considering if you're also fitting larger tyres or carrying heavier front-end accessories. Upgraded control arms can correct CV joint and steering angles at the raised ride height, reducing wear on standard components. Our control arm range is a common pairing with this strut kit for D-Max owners chasing corrected geometry.
Yes, a wheel alignment is mandatory after fitting this kit. The 2" front lift changes front caster and camber angles, and an alignment restores correct settings for even tyre wear and predictable steering. We recommend booking the alignment straight after installation, before extended highway or touring driving. Skipping this step can lead to premature tyre wear on the front axle.
The MRA strut's threaded collar gives on-vehicle preload and ride height adjustment rather than requiring a spring swap for small changes. If your front-end accessory load is significantly heavier or lighter than standard — for example a heavy steel bull bar and winch — contact our team, as Dobinsons produces different coil spring options to suit varying constant front loads. We'll help match the right spring to your bull bar, winch and lighting setup.
A 2" front lift typically opens up clearance for larger diameter tyres than the D-Max runs from the factory, commonly up to around 33" depending on your wheel offset and width. Actual clearance also depends on whether you've fitted flares, a bull bar, or made rear-end changes to match. Send us your intended tyre size and wheel specs and our team can confirm fitment before you order rubber.
This kit is covered by Dobinsons' manufacturer warranty against manufacturing defects, backed by our support as an Australian-based supplier. Contact our team for the specific warranty term that applies to this MRA strut kit, along with any conditions around off-road use or towing. We can also assist with warranty claims directly, since we dispatch from local Australian stock.
Yes, the MRA strut's monotube design and matched coil springs are set up to hold a comfortable ride on sealed roads while still coping with corrugations and touring tracks. The adjustable collar lets you dial ride height and preload to suit your typical load, whether that's an empty tray during the week or a loaded touring rig on weekends. Plenty of D-Max owners run this kit as their only front suspension change for daily and weekend use.
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