Lift Kit

[Mavris]

Hi Guys,

I went into ARB today to inquire about lifting my D40 and was told by the sales guy that i shouldnt lift it any more than an inch.. His reason was that the wishbone couldnt take the extra pressure, if lifted anymore than an inch. Im looking at lifting my D40 at least 2 inches.. Not entirely sure if I'm going to do any damage if i go ahead and lift it... Has any member had any problems with lifting their D40.. ?

Thanks in advance..

Mav

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[Leprechaun]

wishbone???I have no idea what the ARB guy is talking about,I don't think he did either. I'm running 40mm of lift, but it's not legal because of airbag compatability.

 

[mcm4090]

I have a 3 inch suspension lift with no problem.

 

[Mavris]

Sweet as.. Well I guess that guy knew what he was talkin about.. NOT... !

 

[Leprechaun]

Only problem with 50mm ( manual) is the gear shifter becomes too short and it can be difficult to pick reverse, I would recommend cutting the blocks down to 40mm

 

[mcm4090]

Only problem with 50mm ( manual) is the gear shifter becomes too short and it can be difficult to pick reverse, I would recommend cutting the blocks down to 40mm

I don't see how a suspension lift could effect shifting. Now a body lift would effect shifting with a manual unless the shifter was extended.

 

[steel d40]

Lifts on D40 normally about 40-45mm. Limiting factor is the CV joint angles, too high & these get stressed & pop. Lifts are often quoted as 2" but are really just under.
This lift will clear 265/75/16 muddies without a problem.
Never heard of a suspension lift affecting manual shifters or wishbones either.
The sales guy may have been referring to the short length of the wishbone limiting the articulation of the suspension, not much can be done there for a reasonable price.

 

[Leprechaun]

I don't see how a suspension lift could effect shifting. Now a body lift would effect shifting with a manual unless the shifter was extended.

Sorry I was referring a body lift

 

[mcm4090]

I have ICON coilovers that that give me 3" of lift in the front. The limiting factor to the front suspension is the short control arms. Even with after-market upper controls you can't max out the C.V's.

 

[steel d40]

Fair enough, runs contrary to all advice I've recieved but there you go.