Ldub, thanks for the lift

[MSHardeman]

I don't know if everyone read about this over on the ZuZoo thread, so I wanted to post it up here. I know he isn't looking for this, and probably doesn't want to hear any more about it, but in case you didn't know Ldub is good people.

He brought a set of 912's with him to Moab, and I have been going back and forth about lifting my VX for a while, so I decided to buy the springs from him so I would have them when I was ready to lift. Dub was ready to put them on for me right then and there, but I held off thinking that I would do it some time later. Well, after two or three margarita's at Fiesta Mexicana and some serious peer pressure from the entire VX community in Moab at the Red Rock Inn parking lot I relented and decided to go for it.

While everyone else was cheering and clinking glasses Ldub quietly started to unload tools out of the back of Suzy. No big fuss, just down to business. He and Jay Dunford sprang (pun intended) into action and got the VX up on jack stands, the wheels and shocks off, and the springs out before anyone knew what was happening. After a little workout by Jay, pushing the rear axle down, the new springs where in and the rear was lifted.



Dub moved right on to the front and got the torsion bars cranked even while everyone and their grandmother was giving him "pointers". The man apparently knows what he's doing because I was lifted in about 30 minutes and after doing some measurements last night before getting it aligned today she is sitting pretty. The front is about 1/2" lower than the rear (perfect for me) and she's level side to side. I won't be wheeling any time soon, so I will replace the bump stops later so I can avoid the JoFotoz TWANG

So far I'm lovin' the heck out of the lift and now I can't wait to test it out in Moab next year. Thanks again Ldub. You're one class act.

[nfpgasmask]

Mark,

I was right there with you on the fence, but let me just say, having the extra ground clearance and the tougher stance is 100% worth the minute amount of work it takes to get lifted (especially when someone else is doing it for you for free!!!! ). Like me, just keep an eye on your CV boots and have fun!

I love being lifted, especially with the meatier tires. It just makes my VX look "correct", whereas before it was just about perfect for me, but still missing that little something, and that was the lift.

Now, I vote for Kodiak lifting next. His Proton would look TOTALLY SICK lifted with some nice AR Teflon Mojaves and some beefy meat. What do you think, Richard? Its all your VX needs to acheive perfection and be that much more wicked!

Bart

EDIT: Those pics of Ldub under your VX MUST go in the coffee table book!

[Scott Harness]

YES! Ldub RULES.

[So-CalVX]

told u it was wicked sweet... Now for a lift :P

Richard

[kodiak]

Mark,

I was right there with you on the fence, but let me just say, having the extra ground clearance and the tougher stance is 100% worth the minute amount of work it takes to get lifted (especially when someone else is doing it for you for free!!!! ). Like me, just keep an eye on your CV boots and have fun!

I love being lifted, especially with the meatier tires. It just makes my VX look "correct", whereas before it was just about perfect for me, but still missing that little something, and that was the lift.

Now, I vote for Kodiak lifting next. His Proton would look TOTALLY SICK lifted with some nice AR Teflon Mojaves and some beefy meat. What do you think, Richard? Its all your VX needs to acheive perfection and be that much more wicked!

Bart

EDIT: Those pics of Ldub under your VX MUST go in the coffee table book!

Its something to think about, I’ll let you know before we go to Moab next year.

[Ldub]

Dubster, I tried to use that extra tie rod you had but I just couldn't bring myself to do it. Seriously, that damn rod end wouldn't budge! So I just used one of the unmolested castle nuts from it, affixed it to my "improved" tie rod, and I was on my way. I don't understand why you wouldn't let me spray WD-"30" all over your bling though. :bgwg:

LOL...guess I'm just "funny" that way.

[Ldub]

I don't know if everyone read about this over on the ZuZoo thread, so I wanted to post it up here. I know he isn't looking for this, and probably doesn't want to hear any more about it, but in case you didn't know Ldub is good people.

He brought a set of 912's with him to Moab, and I have been going back and forth about lifting my VX for a while, so I decided to buy the springs from him so I would have them when I was ready to lift. Dub was ready to put them on for me right then and there, but I held off thinking that I would do it some time later. Well, after two or three margarita's at Fiesta Mexicana and some serious peer pressure from the entire VX community in Moab at the Red Rock Inn parking lot I relented and decided to go for it.

While everyone else was cheering and clinking glasses Ldub quietly started to unload tools out of the back of Suzy. No big fuss, just down to business. He and Jay Dunford sprang (pun intended) into action and got the VX up on jack stands, the wheels and shocks off, and the springs out before anyone knew what was happening. After a little workout by Jay, pushing the rear axle down, the new springs where in and the rear was lifted.



Dub moved right on to the front and got the torsion bars cranked even while everyone and their grandmother was giving him "pointers". The man apparently knows what he's doing because I was lifted in about 30 minutes and after doing some measurements last night before getting it aligned today she is sitting pretty. The front is about 1/2" lower than the rear (perfect for me) and she's level side to side. I won't be wheeling any time soon, so I will replace the bump stops later so I can avoid the JoFotoz TWANG

So far I'm lovin' the heck out of the lift and now I can't wait to test it out in Moab next year. Thanks again Ldub. You're one class act.

Wheelin' Buddy Mark, You're more than welcome...

Glad I could help out, but I was far from alone in the effort.
Without Jays help & Jo's exterior illumination, I might still be under there.....

Also, Thanks To You & everyone else who helped by handing me wrenches, helping to put them away & especially those who knew enough to stay on the stoop & out of harms way...LOL

[djvx]

Ldub, I'd like tofly you to Milwaukee,WI to lift mine. I can mix you up some margaritas if you'd like.

[Pepino]

hahaha i am actually thinking about lifting mine too, im in milwaukee too! and i am Mexican so i know for sure how to make some great Margaritas we could all get together!

[Marlin]

I have the not so obvious advantage of having not met any of you in person. What I mean is, I have these visions of how the regulars are after reading hundreds of threads. LDUB stories make me think of a Midwestern poster child. I have read so many things about him on here, he makes me think of my Dad...:yesg: No offense Californians (well, maybe a little ) but Midwesterners are the best!!! We are always willing to help someone out, without looking for the gain to ourselves. I am proud to own a VX and to know that I would be willing to help out a stranger in need as well. After having mine lifted and the new shocks installed, I was out toolin around and I came across a late model 4x4 Ram stuck in the ditch with a flatbed trailer on the back. Of all the days, I had taken my recovery gear out while workin on the spare tire storage area. I didn't have my tow strap I still stayed, helped him disconnect the trailer, and we worked the truck out of the mud with another passerby. After he was out, we connected the trailer...he offered me money for helping him!!!! That seemed crazy to me. I just helped him cause it was the right thing to do, its how I was raised, the way I thought everyone was in Missouri and Ohio. Being in the military, I now know better, but man, how much better would life be if everyone followed the Golden Rule and followed LDUB's lead.

[JoFotoz]

WOW...that's a harsh generalization....

No offense Californians (well, maybe a little ) but Midwesterners are the best!!! We are always willing to help someone out, without looking for the gain to ourselves. .

...looking fwd to meeting you in Moab.


jo

[Ldub]

WOW...that's a harsh generalization....





...looking fwd to meeting you in Moab.


jo

Now boyz...play nice...

That IS painting the picture with a rather broad brush, & I can personally vouch for Jo's sterling character.........

That being said, I think you'll find that offroaders in general, & ISUZU offroaders in particular, are cut of some pretty darned good cloth...

[JoFotoz]

Thanks Dub...BUT...

Its this West coast I was thinking of......



Baldwin...sets up a one of a kind tour of Petersons and Awesome isuzu freebies!

Anita...keeps us Kosher when "intruders" try to invade.

Riff Raff...doing the skid plate shuffle...for everyones benefit.

Rickshaw...teaching us all how to detail!

Cyronman....always there when a painted boob is on the loose!

Triathlete..an honrary West Coaster everytime he runs our beaches!



Etc Etc Etc...( dont get me started on alaska!)




jo

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[pbkid]

That being said, I think you'll find that offroaders in general, & ISUZU offroaders in particular, are cut of some pretty darned good cloth...

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generalizations is what make people look dumb/ignorant...

[VXIRONwoMAN]

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generalizations is what make people look dumb/ignorant...

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...and why do a good portion of your generalizations of people have a bit to do about my background? BTW... YOU are WAAAAY off! Born and raised in So Cal, live in the Midwest now and if I had the funds to move back with Gill in tow, I wouldn't look back. (Jo ya got any spare rooms on that boat???) Eff the Midwest! I will hold back my generalizations about the majority of the people out here. Are you a hater Marlin???

I wish we all could be California GIIIIIIIRLS...:bwgr: