Finally! Lowering the VX

[MachineVX]

The VX doesn't weigh anywhere near 4600 lbs, btw.

[johnnyapollo]

It's a moot point I think.

In SCCA RallyX the WRX and VX are in two different classes since the VX is considered a 4x4 truck and not an AWD car. It is impressive to take 1st overall.


My 2 cents...

-- John

[Maugan_VX]

The VX doesn't weigh anywhere near 4600 lbs, btw.

Check your owners manual paco.

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 2,110 kg (4,653lbs)

I suppose they're lying about the wheelbase length too. :rollg:

I'm no expert in rally, but I'd imagine that a big part of the degree of success is how well your stuff stays together. In which case the Vx would have an advantage if there are tons of rough terrain spots.

I'm thinking this debate is useless.

[MachineVX]

Car and Driver has it listed as 3955 sans driver

[Maugan_VX]

I'm more willing to put stock in Isuzu's documentation. Anyone know if there are differences in weights between model years of VX's?

[transio]

Originally posted by Maugan_VX
I'm more willing to put stock in Isuzu's documentation.

Are your WRX figures from the manufacturer as well? Different sources use different standards for weighing vehicles. Manufacturers often will weigh with a full tank and possibly even a driver. Magazines will typically give you dry weight. There's room there for a 700 pound discrepancy if you ask me. 25 gallons of fuel at 20 pounds a gallon plus a 150 pound driver.... add it up.

[transio]

Anyhow, getting back on topic, I'm lowering the VX specifically for the concern that was raised - it IS a little top-heavy. Lowering it a couple inches, widening the stance, and getting stiffer shocks and springs will lower the center of gravity, give it even more stability, and improve all-around performance. What exactly is your problem with that?

[Dallas4u]

Originally posted by MachineVX
Car and Driver has it listed as 3955 sans driver

So does the sticker on the inside of the drivers door.

[Maugan_VX]

What exactly is your problem with that?

I want to run over low riders.

I have a strict altitude insufficency syndrome.

[skunkworks]

The whole arguement is moot as results are worth more than opinions, however I did want to point out that gas weighs about 5 pounds a gallon. Otherwise it would not float on water which is about 8 pounds.

albert
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[transio]

skunk,

Good catch. Thanks for the tip. Gasoline weighs ~6.25 pounds per gallon. I never actually looked it up before, but I had heard the figure of ~20 pounds some time in the past and didn't think to question it.

[deermagnet]

"The GVWR is the maximum weight your vehicle is designed to carry. The GVWR includes the net weight of the vehicle, plus the weight of passengers, fuel, cargo and any accessories added to the vehicle after purchase. The GVWR is a safety standard used to prevent overloading."

"Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including standard equipment, oil, lubricants and a full tank of fuel. It does not include optional contents or other optional equipment, the weight of driver, passengers or cargo."

Mark

[MachineVX]

The 3955 lb figure is the curb weight

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front torsion bars cranked....x

[transio]

-x-

How long did it take you to crank the torsion bars? Any noticeable decrease in performance? Have you altered your bump stops at all? What wheels are those?