The Dobinsons MRA 3" Lift Kit for the Toyota Landcruiser 79 Series Dual Cab (1999-ON) pairs monotube remote-reservoir shocks with 3-way external damping adjustment, front and rear. Vehicle-specific coil springs up front and leaf springs at the rear raise the chassis a genuine 3" while holding constant load for touring gear and tray-back accessories. This complete lift kit ships from Australian stock with a manufacturer warranty and fitment support from our team.
Browse all compatible suspension parts for your Toyota 79 Series using our parts finder.
| Make | Model | Series | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota | LandCruiser | 79 Series Single Cab | 1999-ON | 4.2L 1HZ Diesel / 4.5L V8 Turbo Diesel (1VD-FTV, 2007-ON) |
| Toyota | LandCruiser | 79 Series Dual Cab | 2012-ON | 4.5L V8 Turbo Diesel (1VD-FTV) |
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Single Cab Models: After 08/2016 Lower Front Crossmember Under Tailshaft needs to be modified to allow clearance.
Lift height compliance: A lift of this height may exceed your state's allowable limit without engineering certification. Check your state's light vehicle modification rules (VSB14/NCOP) before fitting.
Choose your rear leaf spring rate based on the constant weight you carry, not just peak load. A ute running a steel tray, canopy, dual battery tray, water tanks and a drawer system needs a firmer rate than one running stock. Common accessories to factor in include bull bars and winches up front, and canopies, toolboxes, long-range fuel tanks and camper trailer tow ball weight at the rear — tell our team your setup and we'll match a rate before you order.
This kit is best fitted by an experienced installer or 4WD workshop, given the leaf spring and brake line work involved. Wheel alignment is mandatory after fitting to correct camber, caster and toe at the new ride height. Allow a 500km break-in period for springs and bushes to settle before fine-tuning damping. The 79 Series locates its solid front axle with radius arms and a panhard rod rather than IFS control arms, so pair this kit with caster correction (offset radius arm bushes or adjustable radius arms) and an adjustable front panhard rod to restore steering feel and re-centre the axle at the new ride height.
Dobinsons has built suspension for Australian conditions for decades, with product development and valve tuning done locally rather than adapted from overseas market data. The MRA range is backed by a manufacturer warranty on shocks and springs, giving buyers a documented fallback if a component fails under normal use. Tourers and tradespeople running 79 Series utes for work and remote travel commonly spec this kit — view the full Dobinsons range for other options on this platform.
Full manufacturer specifications are available on the official Dobinsons website.
This kit suits tradespeople running a loaded tray or canopy daily, and tourers fitting a bull bar, winch and camper trailer for remote travel. If your load varies significantly — for example a canopy some weeks and an empty tray others — pair this kit with airbag suspension at the rear for extra adjustable support on demand.
In stock in Australia with fast dispatch and fitment support from our team — browse our full lift kit range to compare options for your 79 Series.
New to 79 Series suspension? Read our guide to common 79 Series suspension problems and how to fix them.
Yes - this kit fits the Toyota LandCruiser 79 Series from 1999 onward: Single Cab models with the 4.2L 1HZ diesel (1999-ON) or 4.5L 1VD-FTV V8 turbo diesel (2007-ON), and Dual Cab models (2012-ON, V8). Spring and damping rates are selected to suit your accessory load, so confirm your build date and setup with our team, or check compatibility through our parts finder before ordering.
This kit provides a genuine 3" lift at both the front coil springs and rear leaf springs. The lift is achieved through vehicle-specific spring design rather than spacers, so the MRA shocks are valved to suit the raised ride height. Front and rear lift is matched in this kit, though Dobinsons does offer other height combinations on the 79 Series if you need a different front-to-rear balance.
Please note that all assembled struts are dispatched at a height based on our experience and the manufacturer’s specifications for the advertised lift. Coil springs and leaf springs are also manufactured according to the advertised height and constant-load rating. Actual vehicle height may vary depending on the vehicle and the weight of fitted accessories. Further adjustment may therefore be required after installation. The installer may use coil spacers or adjust the struts at their discretion to achieve the desired height. We are not responsible for vehicle-specific height variations or any additional adjustments required after installation.
The kit includes 2 x MRA adjustable front shocks, 2 x MRA adjustable rear shocks, 2 x front coil springs, 2 x rear leaf spring assemblies, brake line extensions front and rear, and the U-bolts, shackles and bushes needed for the rear leaf spring fitment. Caster correction components (offset radius arm bushes or adjustable radius arms), an adjustable front panhard rod, extended brake lines and a steering damper are not included and are sold separately. Full fitting instructions are included with the kit.
Yes, the rear leaf spring assemblies are available in different load rate options so you can match the spring to your typical tow ball weight and constant accessory load. The MRA remote-reservoir shocks also help manage heat build-up when towing over long distances or corrugated tracks. Tell our team your trailer weight and other rear-end accessories so we can confirm the right rate before you order.
The 79 Series has a solid front axle on coil springs, located by radius arms and a panhard rod, so there are no upper or lower control arms to upgrade like an IFS vehicle. At a 3" lift we recommend caster correction, using offset radius arm bushes or adjustable radius arms, to restore steering self-centring and keep the front driveshaft angle in check. An adjustable front panhard rod re-centres the axle, and extended brake lines should be fitted where they are not already included in the kit.
Yes, wheel alignment is mandatory after installing this kit. The 3" lift changes camber, caster and toe settings, and correct alignment protects tyre wear and steering feel. We recommend booking an alignment immediately after fitment and again after the 500km break-in period once springs and bushes have settled.
Yes, the rear leaf springs in this kit are available in different load rate options to suit your constant accessory load, such as a canopy, dual battery tray or water tanks. Front coil spring rates are matched to the standard front-end weight of the 79 Series Dual Cab. Contact our team with your accessory list and we'll confirm the best rear rate for your setup.
A 3" lift on the 79 Series typically clears larger tyre sizes than stock, though the exact maximum depends on your rim offset, tray or tub fitment, and whether you've trimmed guards or fitted flares. We recommend checking your specific tyre and wheel combination with our team before ordering to avoid rubbing issues.
This kit is backed by the Dobinsons manufacturer warranty covering the MRA shocks and springs against manufacturing defects. As an authorised Dobinsons stockist, we handle warranty claims directly for Australian customers, so you're not dealing with an overseas process. Keep your invoice as proof of purchase for any warranty claim.
Yes, the 3-way external damping adjustment lets you back off compression and rebound for a softer, more comfortable ride when the vehicle is running light, such as an unladen daily commute. When you load up for work or touring, you can wind the damping back up to suit. This adjustability is what separates the MRA kit from a fixed-valve shock setup.
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