Ford Territory 4inch lift kit | SY2 | How To Guide

A how to guide on what I do to lift a ford territory by a extra 4 inches.
Complete with SY2 conversion and how to on running D22 Navara longer travel rear shocks.
Before doing any work on your own vehicle check your local and state government rules. I'm not mechanic so some things may not be 100% by the book but everything I've done has lasted just fine over time.
Parts list:
Front raised King Springs
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Rear raised King Springs
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Gabriel front shocks
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Rear D22 Navara shocks
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25mm front shock spacers
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Superpro 10mm spring seat bushes
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30mm jeep spacers
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44mm OD pipe
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SY2 front hubs
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SY2 arms
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17x8 -10 steel rims
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BF Goodrich 245-70-17 KO2 tyres
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Extended brake lines
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The sleeve tubing was found at Bunnings
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[@SamSam-wr5wg]

Straight forward to the point and it’s very generous to share knowledge and teaching others

[@TerritoryOffroad]

I hope it has helped people I know of a few others now that have done this. Will try do more videos like this as I build mine and others up.

[@SandroBlador]

Awesome stuff! I had a bunch of Terries in the past and always wondered if it was possible to lift it. I'm glad I came across your vid! Thanks heaps for sharing mate!

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Glad I could help.

[@gavin8rr465]

Best how-to I have seen on KZbin yet...congrats

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Thanks. I missed a few things but hopefully it helps.

[@talib6928]

Love the effort you put Into this video Keith you explained how to do everything really well.

[@TerritoryOffroad]

It wasn't easy and isn't 100% what I wanted but should answer most questions people have.

[@dylandesmond]

Other than that thankyou soo much for naming each part, it's helping me find parts online easier

[@sprintershepherd4359]

This video is so useful to anyone who wants to lift their territory , you have links to all the parts and everything doing it for dummies thanks I am thinking of getting a FT and would be keen to do this if i did

[@TerritoryOffroad]

I'm glad it helps. I still get a few questions but so been thinking about doing a few more videos to try explain things like just the SY2 upgrade and the Navara Rear shocks.

[@mathewpekaar3953]

Cheers mate. You've inspired me to spend some money on the tezza

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Hopefully not just to spend money but to also get out and have some fun

[@forgottenknowledge8917]

I love mixing parts. I'll be using nav shocks on my caddy

[@moddifried]

Appreciate how clear and informative the video is

[@TLE1977A]

Now someone has to retro fit a 6 speed auto rangers transfer case onto the territorys AWD 6 speed auto and make custom drive shafts to the diffs. Been thinking about that for years wpuld be the perfect car then.

[@Wtrxprs007able]

All in a day's work aye 😂 Ive just got the Prado 6mm strut spacer on the front and 10mm superpro spacer on the rear of my SZ.

[@task82]

Ripper video mate 🍻

[@whytiekwhytiek1529]

Hey mate, I’m going to do a 2” lift on my SZ titanium TCD for starters, just wondering how much trouble if any have you had with drive shafts/cv’s? Love your car and vids btw good on you for having a go at something different, respect to your skills. Cheers, kris.

[@TerritoryOffroad]

2 inch suspension lift is still a good amount. You might have to look at longer shocks also. What part's are you looking to use? I've never blown a CV yet but the inner rear CV boots don't last very long on mine. Mud can build up around the rear inner CV boots and I think that is part of my problem with them ripping. You shouldn't have any problems just keep a eye on the mud build up.

[@whytiekwhytiek1529]

Thanks heaps for the advice mate and the prompt reply! That’s great news to hear regarding the cv’s, I’ll keep an eye on the mud build up. Out of curiosity how many ks do you think you’ve done since you started playing around with lifting? As far as parts are concerned I am looking at the lovells 40-50mm lift springs, I have recently adde 1” raised Pedders springs and shocks to suit in the rear as I towed a jayco swan from south coast NSW to WA exploring and back and had it done half way as the sag was pretty bad in the rear, so I’m thinking those Pedders shocks should cope with the extra 1” height. As for the front shocks I am thinking the same Gabriel’s you have listed in this vid. What’s your thoughts on mud vs at tyres was originally thinking of going with the same tyres you have in this vid, but also considering some comforser mud tyres.

[@TerritoryOffroad]

@@whytiekwhytiek1529 I didn't know lovells made a 40mm-50mm spring just a 30mm like all the other's? Just be careful of aftermarket raised springs as I've never had a set give the advertised amount of lift yet. A lot of sellers also falsely advertise more lift than what the manufacturer recommends. You might be better off getting two sets of the Superpro 10mm spring seat bushes as they will give a extra 20mm of rear lift. Rear camber may also become a problem but can easily be fixed with some offset camber bushes. The person doing the wheel alignment will know more about that. I've had no problems with the Gabriel front shocks. I was using them with raised springs but changed back to standard for a softer ride. I used a larger strut top spacer to make up the height difference. I can't say a bad thing about the BF Goodrich KO2 Tyre's. I've done a lot of kilometres on them and they still have lot's left. The only reason I got the CF3000 tyre's was because of how wet it's been. So far I can't say anything bad about them but haven't had them that long. It's been about 3 year's from when I started lifting my territory. Didn't start out as extreme but. I'd say I've done around 100 thousand kilometres with it lifted. I have a lot more information I put up on the Facebook group also. Territory Offroad

[@whytiekwhytiek1529]

Mate you’re spot on about the lovells, I rang them and they said 25-30 max. How are the CF3000 on road?

[@whytiekwhytiek1529]

Also mate if I do chuck in the super pro spring seat in the rear I should get away with not needing to extend brake lines right? Also what do you think would be the best way to match the front keeping in mind it’s an sz.

[@michaellast1385]

awesome

[@ThrottleAddiction]

Well done

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Bit of a old video now. I've improved on so much now when it comes to quality and reliability of lifting them.

[@gamingforlife5015]

Awesome stuff , how much cost to do on Ford Territory please info with price detild

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Just about all that info is in the video description with links to all the parts

[@flipheckman7050]

Thanks for this mate, you know your shit

[@TerritoryOffroad]

To easy. I'm glad it's helping people out.

[@leon3758]

Where did you purchase the pre-Assembly Strut? how much cost? as have the same car problem

[@nogood873]

Thanks for the video. What are the strut spacers made for?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Made for or made from? I've only ever seen them made from alloy.

[@nogood873]

Did you make them? Was looking to put spacers in mine and fabbing spring mounts for rear.

[@robertdercole8201]

Great work. I would love your comments both positive and negative since the changes. Acceleration, handling, stability, fuel consumption etc. Also the performance of the shocks, particularly the rear being valved for a live axle leaf spring ute. I can not find the facebook either??

[@robertdercole8201]

Uh ha, just found it. It was all in the &/and

[@TerritoryOffroad]

The blue one I done for a mate and he is loving the upgrades. My own car is a little different with some extra mods. This is what I find with mine. Acceleration is still not what I want the BTR 4speed let's me down there. After driving the blue one with ZF 6speed I will definitely be doing that conversion as it's a lot better. Handling and stability is so so much better. I still get a bit of wheel rubbing from time to time (Blue one also). I'm still working on mine and I'm about to update it to the same newer shock setup like the one in the video. I'm also now looking at doing some more custom work to make things even better. I've had a few different types of front shocks but Gabriel are the best available. In the rear I've gone for a better D22 shock now as the cheap one's started playing up. They have adjustable damper control. Will see how they go in the long run. Fuel consumption was never going to be that good with the bigger tyre's and retune done to mine. I get about 400-450kms per tank. That's not letting it get to low and using 98. If you google FORD TERRITORY CAMPING & OFFROAD the Facebook page should come up.

[@-sandman4605]

Awesome 👍😁👍

[@dankelly3218]

Thanks mate, I'm in Queensland and just finished my lift. Awesome video. What do you do to fix up the rear camber?

[@dankelly3218]

Just joined the fb group

[@TerritoryOffroad]

I run polypro upper adjustable camber arms. If all goes well I'll be in QLD for Christmas. I'm planning on doing a few trips around Glass House, Bribie Island and Double Island Point. If your in that part of QLD and want to tag along check the Facebook page.

[@dopamine-clothing92]

@@TerritoryOffroad where u get control arms n hub assy? N how much please?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

@@dopamine-clothing92 front control and radius arm's are from ebay along with the hubs if you take a look at the video description I have the links to all the parts.

[@dylandesmond]

Camber will be slightly out. Needs a superpro adjustable upper piece

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Been told the front can still be aligned fine but rear would still be out a bit but not that bad. I run adjustable arms front and back in my own one

[@matthewmarks5477]

Is it the same way with 2014 ford territories as I’d love the same thing with my one

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Yes suspension is the same. You will already have the updated SY2/SZ ball joint setup.

[@carlosamigosAUS]

Great job mate, what would I need to do to get about 3 inches or enough to not need welding and extended brake lines?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

If you don't want to weld the rear arm's just don't run the extra 30mm Jeep spacers and to level it out don't use the 25mm bolt on spacers up front. You may have to cut and hammer more things if your still wanting to run the 245-70-17 tyre's and they would still rub a little. 245-65-17 would fix no problems and that would give you about a extra 2.5inches of ground clearance. I'd still recommend upgrading brake lines but as they are known to fail. With the lift above and running stock rear shocks you would be fine to run standard length but.

[@SwaggingWithBen]

@@TerritoryOffroad G'day Keith. Your videos make me really want an SY2 haha. So without the 30mm Jeep spacers in the rear and 25mm strut top spacers in the front, you only get 2.5 inches of lift instead of 4 inches? Is this with or without larger tyres? Cheers mate 🍻

[@TerritoryOffroad]

@@SwaggingWithBen you will also need the larger tyres to get the extra left. With raised king springs and superpro 10mm bushes Rear and a 245 65 17 that fit's a standard rim you would get about 2 - 2.5inches of extra clearance.

[@SwaggingWithBen]

@@TerritoryOffroad is it possible to fit the 245/70R17 without the 30mm Jeep spacers and 25mm strut top spacers? What needs to be cut and hammered to prevent tyre scrubbing? Cheers mate 🍻

[@TerritoryOffroad]

@@SwaggingWithBen yea 245-70-17 should fit under without the extra spacers. I'm not sure if they would clear the front upright but on standard rims. Most the cutting is just the inner plastic fenders and bumper. At the back of the front wheels you will need to fold the metal join and hammer it as flat as possible.

[@brendanmein218]

Hey mate, what front strut spacers did you use? In the link it goes to wheel spacers not strut spacers

[@TerritoryOffroad]

I normally look up prado 120 strut spacers. You will need the one's with open side's as I found some that didn't and they didn't fit. I'll link some 35mm one's. Good thing about the 35mm spacers is you won't need to cut the strut top stud's. www.ebay.com.au/itm/204674548811?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0&ssspo=i0igv5jetee&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=NOYlSlR_SA6&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@TerritoryOffroad]

25mm strut top spacers that work. www.ebay.com.au/itm/254732844001?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0&ssspo=FO-kKasvR6K&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=NOYlSlR_SA6&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Flange nuts needed if using these spacers on a territory. www.repco.com.au/parts-service/fasteners-and-fixings/nuts-and-bolts/champion-hex-nut-flanged-m10-x-1-25mm-fbm164/p/A8792373?rgfeed=true&cid=google-shopping&region_id=100369&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745C-qVCdPR4ahUB6nRl5GuDaGM3McC4p3ifP4uKw57Kle3fL8kO_bokaAq4sEALw_wcB

[@corporalpunishment1133]

How are the Gabriel shocks? I payed a bit more for KYB was not impressed much at all

[@TerritoryOffroad]

KYB have less travel then Gabriel so that would play a big part in it. SX, SY 03/2004 to 09/2007 KYB - 133mm of travel Gabriel - 145mm of travel Monroe - 152mm of travel SY, SY2 10/2007 to 03/2011 KYB - 128mm of travel Gabriel - 145mm of travel Monroe - 152mm of travel KYB and Monroe have a internal rebound spring that also pulls the shaft back down about 50mm. It's not a big deal when installed but does make installing the spring and top hat a lot harder. Gabriel doesn't have this so are very easy to install. I know Gabriel have a little less travel compared to Monroe but for all round performance they are my favourite front shock for a territory. I currently run the Gabriel SY2 style shock with a standard SZ spring and a 60mm bolt on strut top spacer plus longer SZ lower forks.

[@Watcherw1]

Did you buy your territory when it was new or used?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

I brought it used about 7 years ago from a car yard. Paid $3400 on road. Had 143k on the and all the typical territory issues. Now has 290k on the clock still going strong.

[@johnnywheeler7911]

Where in Perth can I get it done ,on my territory.

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Can't help with that sorry. A lot of workshops won't do this sort of work due to the legal side of thing's.

[@joshbevan9400]

How much flex does it have?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

It's not the best in the front. Rear is a bit better with the extra travel Navara shocks. I'm going to remove the rear swaybar and trim a few over things to try improve it more. CVs are only going to flex so much but. Custom front would be the ideal thing.

[@aviator6935]

Would this lift installation work on a SZ RWD territory?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

A RWD SZ is a little bit different but you can still lift it. Look up Territory Offroad on Facebook (Keith Hansby) or Territory Offroad on Instagram and send me a message. I'll be able to give you all the information you need.

[@nogood873]

What vehicle are the strut spacers for? Don't believe they are made for a territory.

[@TerritoryOffroad]

I use the open hole one's made for a Prado 120. You will also need flange nuts.

[@nogood873]

Thanks for reply. I'm keen.

[@BamBamZ_Gaming]

Might do it on my turbo conversion sy.... throw a stainless snorkel on it and do a trip up the Cape to ruffle a few feathers 🤣

[@TerritoryOffroad]

I'm looking to do a Cape trip. Was hoping for this year but think I've left the plaining to late plus I'm building a new one. If this year doesn't happen 2024 I'll differently be going.

[@nickguden8745]

Hi everyone, may I ask where all these modifications were done. I've been a Terry enthuisast for a long time and would like to be able to do the same or similar. Anyone can help ?

[@TunsaMcHaggis]

Think this would be possible with a SZ Terry?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Yea it's the same for a SZ but the SZ already has the upgraded ball joints. Front shocks and springs are a different part number. Enter your rego into the supercheap auto website to find the right one's. The rear is exactly the same between all territory models.

[@kt366]

Hey mate I’ve got a 2005 RWD territory stock. I want to know if I could get away with 235/70 r16s without a lift kit or will the tyres catch the guards? Or what would be the biggest tyre I could fit on it?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Not sure if r16 was a mistake but 16inch rims won't clear territory brakes. 245 65 17 is a good size that will fit stock rim's with no lift needed.

[@Genuineallmetalbutcher]

Howdy. Trying to understand why you change the sy2 control arms etc. yours already looks to be an sy2? I ask as mine is an 06 Sy. I have just 3 months ago replaced all those parts with new OEM sy parts. Is there a reason they are changed? I didn’t see anything to indicate why they are changed.

[@TerritoryOffroad]

The blue territory is a SY series 1 they still have the old ball joint setup that is prone to failing. When ford released the SY series 2 (I think in 2009) they revised the ball joint problems with a new and better setup. All models up until the SY series 2 saw a design that had constant tension on the ball joints which resulted in the joint failing causing early signs of damage. In some extreme cases causing the wheel to detach from the suspension. This is why I say any territory that is going to get used offroad should upgrade to the SY series 2 ball joint setup.

[@Genuineallmetalbutcher]

@@TerritoryOffroad there you go. So I wonder if the parts they fitted are original or revised? Any chance you can flick us an email so I can show a picture of what I have. Keen on your input as we are planning to jack ours but adding an Eaton trutrac for a little grip if a wheel looses contact. Do you undo your sway bars for increased articulation once off-road?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

@@Genuineallmetalbutcher have you got facebook check out a group called "Ford Territory Camping & Offroad" I'm a admin Keith Hansby send me a message I'm more then happy to help.

[@sionetualau]

What year of the Territory?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Blue one is 2008. Suspension is just about the same across all models of Territory.

[@ramackie4273]

What was the total cost?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

I priced it up again recently for someone so you're in luck. Strut top spacers 25mm $77.85 Flange nuts for strut top spacers $4.10 Raised King Springs Front $204 Raised king springs rear $204 Superpro 10mm bushes $140 x2 $280 30mm Jeep spacers $79.99 44mm OD pipe $21 Gabriel front shocks $309.98 Not in this video but really needed is extended brake lines $256.50 plus shipping Polypro camber arm's $279 That's the basic lift stuff apart from the rear extended travel shocks and SY2 conversion. With the extended travel shocks I'm in the process of putting together a bolt in kit now using Webco shocks. At the moment it's looking to come in around $160 mark. The SY2 stuff has also gone up in price. But lot's of people just find them second hand to save money. New prices are: Genuine Ford SY2 knuckles $550 plus shipping Polypro SY2 Lower Control and Radius Arm's $430 plus shipping Cv pac nuts $20 If you shop around or wait for sale's you may find these part's cheaper but everything keeps going up lately. I'm also working on a new way to lift the rear that will save lot's as you won't need all the bushes. Keep a eye on the channel for that one.

[@charlieeden863]

Are these lift kits available to buy over the counter and if so where from.

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Sorry it's not a kit. It's different parts I peaced together to work. With the SY2 conversion and using all new parts it's around $2000 in parts. Parts are listed in the description. You will need to weld the lower control arm's.

[@leon3758]

2008 territory sy AWD, where to purchase the shock?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Links to all the parts used are in the direction.

[@guyand111]

Vg work

[@talib6928]

Is it safe to jack up the car from the diff?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Not off the diff itself but the cradle you should be fine depending on the type of jack. I made up a plate that locks into the lower control arm and a bottle jack locks into it also.

[@Mackoy-ww1ok]

hello sir is there any possibility you can do it to my car how much do i need to pay if ever?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

If your looking to do this parts alone are about $2200 new (not including wheels and tyres). You can save if you don't do the SY2 upgrade but I would recommend doing it if you plan on going offroad. Time is a big problem as to do it right it takes a full weekend and I'mnormallyvery busy. If you are keen join the Facebook group "FORD TERRITORY CAMPING & OFFROAD" then message me I'm not hard to find on there Keith Hansby.

[@serb8335]

And what's the total price????

[@TerritoryOffroad]

The SY2 conversion all new parts about $1000 Lift parts including extended brake lines and adjustable camber arm's not in video about $1500-$1600 all new.

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Front king springs $204 Rear king springs $204 Gabriel front shocks $309.98 Navara shocks 142.95 Navara shock sleeves $46 Superpro 10mm spring seats x4 $280 30mm jeep spacers $79.99 44OD pipe $21 Extended brake lines $256.50 Adjustable camber arm's $278 25mm strut spacers $77.85 Strut top flange nuts $4.10 Total $1904.37 SY2 Upgrade SY2 knuckles $550 + shipping Polypro radius & LCA $419 CV pac nuts $20 Total $989 + shipping on knuckles That's all new everything at current prices that have gone up. Some of these things do come on special so you can save more. Add a few more replacement parts and you would have a full brand new suspension setup.

[@serb8335]

@@TerritoryOffroad cheers

[@aaronpatten7404]

Will this setup work on a 2004 xt

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Yes but the front shocks and springs are different. I know springs are KFFR-58 but unsure what the shock part number is. Best bet would to be go into a auto store to get the shocks.

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Think shocks are G51777

[@dsb2767]

Will this setup work for a 09 territory

[@TerritoryOffroad]

Yes and on the plus side 09 will already have the SY2 parts from factory.

[@dopamine-clothing92]

@@TerritoryOffroad even the non turbo sy model?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

@@dopamine-clothing92 yes everything is the same for the SY just check the year as in about 2008 the front shock setup changed.

[@shitavl]

Hey man reckon this is possible to do on a BA falcon??? It’s just for a rally basher so doesn’t need to be roadworthy

[@TerritoryOffroad]

I don't see why not. Front strut setup might be a bit different but so not sure about front springs but the spacers are the same.

[@shraygautam2500]

Would the same parts fit on the 2012 rwd diesel ?

[@TerritoryOffroad]

The front raised king springs are different and you wouldn't have to do any of the SY2 upgrades. So in a way it's a lot simpler.