VX Lift options Wiki with part numbers.

[taylorRichie]

For most all components to build your own lift start Here:
http://www.independent4x.com/

I've searched the forums best I could to get the following information. If you have an addition, please post your part, part number, and details regarding the part, and I'll add it to the original list.

Here goes...

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Ready to run lifts

Calmini (http://www.pureisuzu.com/suspension6.htm)

independent4X (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/index.php?cPath=1_12_22_26)

Rocky Road (http://www.rocky-road.com/vehicross.html)

Components

Energy Suspension

Sway Bar Bushings:
Greasable (zerk) 19mm = 355-9-5156R (G for Black instead of R)
Greasable (zerk) 28mm = 355-9-5163R (G for Black instead of R)


Low Profile Bumpstops: 9.913R or 9.9102R

Tie Rod Boots: 9.13101R

High Profile Rear Bumpstop: 9.9104R

Coil Spacer: Independent 4X 1" (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=71) Independent 4X 2" (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=34)

PROTHANE

Sway Bar Bushings:
19mm = 311-19-1118
28mm = 311-19-1144

Bump Stops:
Low Profile = 311-19-1319 (front)
4 1/2" High Profile = 311-19-1311 (rear)


Stinky Fab Joint arms (http://www.stinkyfab.com/slinks.html)

Extreme Duty Lower Links (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?products_id=49)

Bilstein Shocks

Front - B46-1738-H2 (H1 option for more stiffness)
Rear - B46-1739-H1


FROM VEHIGAZ
"I installed these on my VX (H1's in front) a couple years back, and while they are an excellent choice for the VX with a very close-to-stock ride, the rears are probably stiffer than they need to be, and a softer one might be appropriate for the VX. After all, these Bilstein models are actually the ones they recommend for the Trooper (they don't have a recommendation for the VX), and the longer Trooper probably carries more weight on the rear axle, requiring a stiffer shock to counteract the additional inertia."
I ended up going with the Bilstein shocks, and I'm very happy*with my choice. H2s up front and H1s in the rear. I keep a heavy tool box in the rear, and from the front the rear shocks feel great. My rear seat passengers would argue that though... but I don't think anything will feel good to someone sitting directly over the rear axle.

Old Man Emu Rear Coils - OME912

Adjustable Coil Spacers
Small(0"-2 1/2")P/N: 91645551 (http://www.speedwaymotors.com/p/7038,712_Adjustable-Hidden-Spring-Shim-Standard.html)
Large(3 1/8"-5 1/4")P/N: 91645552
(http://www.speedwaymotors.com/p/3389,712_Adjustable-Hidden-Spring-Shim-Extended.html)
Available from Speedway Motors. (clickable links above)

Sway Bar disconnects: independent4X (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=53)

Brake Lines: independent4X (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=75)

See a trend ;) independent 4X has just about everything.

tie rods: Independent4X (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?products_id=57)


Extended Brake lines also available at independent4X, ebay, and basically anywhere that has 4X4 Supplies.

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Needed:

Poly Spacer part numbers and links

Adjustable coil spacer part numbers and links.

Names of recommended supply houses for any of the above components.

Misc info:
Torsion cranks - 3-4 turns per inch.

Great thread on lifting (http://vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=11107)

Lifting FAQ (http://vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=10525&highlight=longer+bilstein+shocks)

Ball Joint Flip tutorial with pics (http://www.planetisuzoo.com/articles.htm/78)

ball Joint Spacers - independent 4X (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=67)

Drop Bracket threads:
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=12100&referrerid=1999

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?threadid=11230

[tomdietrying]

Thanks for putting this together.
Peace.
Tom
012009

[Thmstec]

Awesome-- this should get stickied or something. Took me about 2 weeks of (admittedly lazy) searching to figure out (most) of this. I seem to remember seeing brake lines somewhere....I'll see if I can contribute



EDIT: Found the lines. From planetsvx--

http://svx-motorsport-accessories.stores.yahoo.net/stbrbr.html

[Ldub]

Needed:

Tie-Rod part number and links (I found the tierods on independent 4X but I don't know what length we need, small medium long)

Poly Spacer part numbers and links

Adjustable coil spacer part numbers and links.

Braided Brake lines and Links
:_wrench:
All of the above, with the exception of the adjustable coil spacers, are available from www.independent4x.com

If you have any questions, give Matt a call, he's very knowlegeable & helpful.:thumbup:

BTW, I always recommend Indy4x for aftermarket bits.
Matt is one of very few who are interested in supplying a very small market (Isuzu fanatics) with high quality parts & service.
You may be able to get this or that for a few dollars less somewhere else, but saving a few bucks in the short term would be short sighted in the long term if this source ever went away...my two cents, Indy4x promo over...;)

[Ascinder]

Adjustable spring spacers are available at speedwaymotors.com. There is 0-2.5" and 3 1/8"-5 1/4" models.

Small(0"-2 1/2")P/N: 91645551
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/eccStoreFront/product_images/900-949%203RD/916-45551-inset_L.jpg
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/p/7038,712_Adjustable-Hidden-Spring-Shim-Standard.html

Large(3 1/8"-5 1/4")P/N: 91645552
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/eccStoreFront/product_images/900-949%203RD/916-45551_R.jpg
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/p/3389,712_Adjustable-Hidden-Spring-Shim-Extended.html

You should get an extra pair of rubber or urethane coil spring isolators
to fit between these and your existing coils to prevent any metal on metal wear.

[taylorRichie]

Awesome-- this should get stickied or something. Took me about 2 weeks of (admittedly lazy) searching to figure out (most) of this. I seem to remember seeing brake lines somewhere....I'll see if I can contribute



EDIT: Found the lines. From planetsvx--

http://svx-motorsport-accessories.stores.yahoo.net/stbrbr.html

So these Subaru SVX Brake lines are what we need for our VXs?

And thanks for contributing everyone!! I've made the edits to the main Post adding the adjustable coils.

[So-CalVX]

are those spring spacers used to get extra lift? And if so are they used with the stock, 912's or either? What I'm seeing is I can get from 0" to 5&1/4" of lift... Am I getting that correct?

Oh and thanx TR. This is a life saver. I had been browsing this site and the web for all this info for a while and now its all in one place. U r awesome!

[taylorRichie]

are those spring spacers used to get extra lift? And if so are they used with the stock, 912's or either? What I'm seeing is I can get from 0" to 5&1/4" of lift... Am I getting that correct?

Oh and thanx TR. This is a life saver. I had been browsing this site and the web for all this info for a while and now its all in one place. U r awesome!

Thanks for the kind words... I needed something for me to have "on file" for reference as I'm starting to order all of the little pieces to build my lift ;)

As for the adjustable spacers, they should work with Stock springs or 912s, but it'd be best (I'd assume) to use them with 912s, otherwise you won't get more suspension travel, you'll just raise the back end of the VX (clearance only)

[taylorRichie]

I ended up going with:
Front:
Torsion Crank... Alot of it...
Ball Joint Flip
Bilstein H2s
Energy Low Profile Bumpstop
Heavy Duty Tie Rods
Energy Sway bar Bushings

Back:
OME 912
Billstein H1
Energy Sway Bar
Energy High Pro Bumpstop (stacked on half of the stock bumpstop)
1" coil urethane Spacer
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Edited original post with more links as well.

[Solitude]

there are an assortment of steel brake lines on ebay in the stores section

[cwillyrun]

I looked on the Bilstein website and could not find the part number listed above for the front shocks. After phoning and discussing this with them, the front p/n should be B46-1738-H2. As noted above, these are the shocks recommended for the Trooper (B46-1739-H1 for the rear). The sales guy at Bilstein said, "a what?" when I told him it was for a Vehicross. lol

[tom4bren]

The thread on Diff Drops could be useful as well:

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?threadid=11230

A linky to Joe Darlington is buried within - his run about $300 with the crossmember drops.

[4X4 UFO]

Hi, cwillyrun,
I apologize for being late with this post. I mentioned a few days ago that I would get you the part numbers for the Bilsteins, and it slipped my mind until now. You are correct, both front and rear are "B46". I installed B46-1739-H1's on the rear, and B46-1738 H1's on the front. I believe that the H1's are stiffer than the H2's, and the H1's are still slightly softer than stock, so, if you want to get as close to a stock ride as you can, I would recommend the H1's on both ends.

Randy

[LittleBeast]

Along with the 1" spacer I think you should put the 2" spacer from Indy4x4 as well:
https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=34

[tom4bren]

"What do you mean "THE" thread?"

Ooops - I was multi-tasking at the time.

In my defense however, YOUR thread is referenced in MY thread:)

Zeus is my inspiration & my role model. It was his lead that got me started on the path to enlightenment (or at least diff drops).

All better?????

[taylorRichie]

Both threads were added to the original post ;)

[Knigh7s]

I was wondering for those that know. Does the Isuzu coil spring retainers (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?products_id=437) fit on our rigs and would we need it at all? I remember reading a thread awhile back talking about someone always having to pop his springs back into place when his rears over extended... I don't remember if it had anything to do with the VX or if it was even a Trooper or not...

[LittleBeast]

I was wondering for those that know. Does the Isuzu coil spring retainers (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?products_id=437) fit on our rigs and would we need it at all? I remember reading a thread awhile back talking about someone always having to pop his springs back into place when his rears over extended... I don't remember if it had anything to do with the VX or if it was even a Trooper or not...

I don't know, I am using 4x Heavy duty Zip Ties on each spring at the bottom, seems to be working great so far.

[cwillyrun]

Thanks, Randy. I was worried the H1's would be too stiff if they were made for the heavier Trooper but if they're still softer than stock, I'll give them a try.

[4X4 UFO]

My 2001 OEM shocks with 60,000 miles on them are still slightly stiffer than the new Billstein H1's, but the ride comparison between the two VX's the shocks are mounted on is pretty close.

Randy

[Vehi-Cross-Az]

So these Subaru SVX Brake lines are what we need for our VXs?

And thanks for contributing everyone!! I've made the edits to the main Post adding the adjustable coils.

Planetsvx started off just being parts for the Subaru SVX
But they do have a dedicated page for VX owners and
custom parts too.
Those lines are for the Vehicross specifically. :)

[AK VX Lvr]

For most all components to build your own lift start Here:
http://www.independent4x.com/

I've searched the forums best I could to get the following information. If you have an addition, please post your part, part number, and details regarding the part, and I'll add it to the original list.

Here goes...

--------------------- BEGIN LIST ---------------------------

Ready to run lifts

Calmini (http://www.pureisuzu.com/suspension6.htm)

independent4X (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/index.php?cPath=1_12_22_26)

Rocky Road (http://www.rocky-road.com/vehicross.html)

Components

Energy Suspension

Sway Bar Bushings:
Greasable (zerk) 19mm = 355-9-5156R (G for Black instead of R)
Greasable (zerk) 28mm = 355-9-5163R (G for Black instead of R)


Low Profile Bumpstops: 9.913R or 9.9102R

Tie Rod Boots: 9.13101R

High Profile Rear Bumpstop: 9.9104R

Coil Spacer: Independent 4X 1" (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=71) Independent 4X 2" (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=34)

PROTHANE

Sway Bar Bushings:
19mm = 311-19-1118
28mm = 311-19-1144

Bump Stops:
Low Profile = 311-19-1319 (front)
4 1/2" High Profile = 311-19-1311 (rear)


Stinky Fab Joint arms (http://www.stinkyfab.com/slinks.html)

Extreme Duty Lower Links (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?products_id=49)

Bilstein Shocks

Front - B46-1738-H2 (H1 option for more stiffness)
Rear - B46-1739-H1


FROM VEHIGAZ
"I installed these on my VX (H1's in front) a couple years back, and while they are an excellent choice for the VX with a very close-to-stock ride, the rears are probably stiffer than they need to be, and a softer one might be appropriate for the VX. After all, these Bilstein models are actually the ones they recommend for the Trooper (they don't have a recommendation for the VX), and the longer Trooper probably carries more weight on the rear axle, requiring a stiffer shock to counteract the additional inertia."
I ended up going with the Bilstein shocks, and I'm very happy*with my choice. H2s up front and H1s in the rear. I keep a heavy tool box in the rear, and from the front the rear shocks feel great. My rear seat passengers would argue that though... but I don't think anything will feel good to someone sitting directly over the rear axle.

Old Man Emu Rear Coils - OME912

Adjustable Coil Spacers
Small(0"-2 1/2")P/N: 91645551 (http://www.speedwaymotors.com/p/7038,712_Adjustable-Hidden-Spring-Shim-Standard.html)
Large(3 1/8"-5 1/4")P/N: 91645552
(http://www.speedwaymotors.com/p/3389,712_Adjustable-Hidden-Spring-Shim-Extended.html)
Available from Speedway Motors. (clickable links above)

Sway Bar disconnects: independent4X (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=53)

Brake Lines: independent4X (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=75)

See a trend ;) independent 4X has just about everything.

tie rods: Independent4X (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?products_id=57)


Extended Brake lines also available at independent4X, ebay, and basically anywhere that has 4X4 Supplies.

---------------- END LIST -----------------------------

Needed:

Poly Spacer part numbers and links

Adjustable coil spacer part numbers and links.

Names of recommended supply houses for any of the above components.

Misc info:
Torsion cranks - 3-4 turns per inch.

Great thread on lifting (http://vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=11107)

Lifting FAQ (http://vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=10525&highlight=longer+bilstein+shocks)

Ball Joint Flip tutorial with pics (http://www.planetisuzoo.com/articles.htm/78)

ball Joint Spacers - independent 4X (https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=67)

Drop Bracket threads:
http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=12100&referrerid=1999

http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?threadid=11230

Which of these ball joint spacers are for the Vehicross?? 3 or 4 bolt??
https://www.independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?products_id=30

or

https://id211.chi.us.securedata.net/independent4x.com/merchantmanager/product_info.php?cPath=1_12_23_30&products_id=67


in case I was to order a set?? :confused: :confused:
Thanks!
Dave

[RallyDude]

Too bad they don't make on-the-fly adjustable spring spacers. The ones here tell you to get it to the right height and tack weld. What if instead of tack-welding, there was just a cotter pin to hold it in place, like the nut on a wheel bearing, or better yet, servo controlled. As you pull off the asphalt and get on a trail, twist a knob, and the VX rises to the occasion. I'm kind of surprised that after all these years, that a ride height knob isn't standard in serious 4x4 SUV's and PU's by know. Those engineers work so hard to maximize on-road stability and off-road ability at a fixed ride height. Think how much easier it would be to build a cross vehicle if ride-height was on-the-fly adjustable. Plus think of the gas savings.

[bmrchad]

I've decided to get these Daystar coil spacers. Anybody try them yet?

http://www.jackit.com/springs/coil_spacers.htm

[RickOKC]

Yeah, Rickshaw checked out one of them (and even noted the real height difference was a little different than what wash shown on the box.)

The 913 Experiment (http://www.vehicross.info/forums/showthread.php?t=15476)