Lift Question...

[grober02]

My VX is going to be lifted tomorrow with the Calmini kit. I have a quick question--I raised the front 2 inches by cranking the torsion bars just to get bigger tires on. Should the torsion bars be adjusted to their normal position before the Calmini kit is installed?

[ZEUS]

That is a good question. I don't know the answer but if I had to guess... and apparently I do... I would say........... maybe!



I could see a small potential for problems but I am not sure the order of events matters too much, really. The stance will have to be fine tuned after the lift anyway, so I think the shop will just take care of it at the time they need to. I think I would let it ride. Sorry, I know it's not much help...

[Cyrk]

grober02 did you sell your 22's?
How was the ride on them?

[kpaske]

I'm not 100% sure, but I think the Calmini kit just lifts the rear with springs and the front by cranking the torsion bars. So my answer would be no, you should just be able to install the kit. The question is, why Calmini? If you've been searching here, you'll find the consensus is that replacing the springs (usually with OME spings), rear shocks, and cranking the torsion bars is a better option than the Calmini kit.

Check out this article for more information about the Isuzu suspension: http://www.4x4wire.com/isuzu/tech/amigolift/?

[JHarris1385]

Yeah OME is a quick self install, and will only run you $62ish per spring. I am still riding on the stock shocks and find no problem with them. In fact I like them alot.

[grober02]

Yes, I know Vx r's here do not think highly of the Calmini kit. But, out of convenience, I decided to go with the Calmini kit because I do need front and rear shocks and shops around York, PA will not install equipment unless it's explicitly spec'd for the VX. My VX suspension took a major beating from my 22-inchers and low-profile tires--the ride has been compared to a roller coaster ride at Hershey Park. I probably could tackle the rear mods myself, but this is all besides the point anyway. My question is just whether the shop is going to be "smart" enough to figure out that I already cranked the torsion bars 2 inches so they don't crank them excessively. This shop has never worked on a VX before, and they were hesitant to begin with even installing a kit built for the vehicle. Not being a mechanic, I don't know if they check manufacturer's specs before making these modifications to ensure that someone didn't already make previous adjustments. As for the Calmini springs, maybe I'll take monthly pics to document their gradual sagging; then everyone can tell me I told you so ...I'm not known for making smart purchases, but I do have a VX! Seriously, though, if someone could answer my question, it'd be appreciated.