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« on: June 16, 2006, 17:37:25 »
A week of late evenings and I've finally got it done..... at least this phase of the 'work in progress'  :lol: You have to quietly ignore the damn great rust hole in the bonnet! I now have a much better bonnet courtesey of Damon (ta mate  :D ).

It's on 3" KAP springs and 235/75x15 Machos with ProComp ES3000 dampers.
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« Reply #1 on: June 16, 2006, 17:48:22 »
Very nice!!
Perfect for these summer days.
have you tested it yet?
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« Reply #2 on: June 16, 2006, 17:51:51 »
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......have you tested it yet?
 8)


Only the 500 yards from my workshop to my work on the industrial estate this morning  :lol: I think the U bolts need tightening a bit more. There is a click whenever you go from forwards to reverse and visa versa. But it is *incredibly* bouncy! I am told the springs will soften up in time.
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« Reply #3 on: June 16, 2006, 18:27:20 »
that does look very nice mate  :wink:
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« Reply #4 on: June 16, 2006, 21:55:39 »
Very nice Steve  :D
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« Reply #5 on: June 17, 2006, 01:24:53 »
wow that is sexy!!! very nice she looks huge!!!!
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« Reply #6 on: June 17, 2006, 01:25:53 »
can u think how big that would be if u dun the SOA on it  :shock: massive!!!
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« Reply #7 on: June 17, 2006, 08:25:59 »
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can u think how big that would be if u dun the SOA on it  :shock: massive!!!


3" lift springs ,spoa, vitara diffs = 33"s   8)  8)  8)
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« Reply #8 on: June 17, 2006, 11:50:37 »
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3" lift springs ,spoa, vitara diffs = 33"s   8)  8)  8)


Now steady on guys, it is difficult enough for an old man (Sarah's words!) to get in and out as it is  :lol:
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« Reply #9 on: June 17, 2006, 12:22:44 »
Looking very good now Steve - excellent work  :D
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« Reply #10 on: June 17, 2006, 12:57:43 »
looking good mate
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« Reply #11 on: June 17, 2006, 12:58:29 »
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can u think how big that would be if u dun the SOA on it  :shock: massive!!!


3" lift springs ,spoa, vitara diffs = 33"s   8)  8)  8)


i like the sound of that :lol: :lol:

mitehave to see what money i have  :(kerching):  :(contented):
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« Reply #12 on: June 19, 2006, 17:05:38 »
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can u think how big that would be if u dun the SOA on it  massive!!!


yeah then it rolls over!

how much did ya pay for the spring kit?springs,u-bolts and brakelines?what made you go for the 3" as against the 2"?i'm finding it hard to decide!looks evil tho
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« Reply #13 on: June 19, 2006, 18:10:12 »
I haven't got the bill here, but I think the springs were about £140 a pair. U-bolts were about £10 a pair (rather pricey if you ask me). Can't remember the hose price, but it was the 3 way Goodridge kit. Probably about £35. And the shocks were £33 each.

I went for the 3" simply because Darren at KAP recommended it over the 2". However, the ride is *very* harsh. I am told they will soften up with use. In fact, I reckon they have settled a little already. I didn't cut the rear shackle over centre stops off, although it is recommended. When they were first on they were just about touching. Now there is about 1/4" clearance.

Also, it is difficult to get the front hoses not to rub the tyres on full lock.

And the handbrake cables really need re-routing under the chassis. The passenger side one pulls quite tight on full droop even though I've removed them from the rubber locating hoops on the chassis.
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« Reply #14 on: June 20, 2006, 12:40:50 »
looking good mate well done :D
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« Reply #15 on: June 24, 2006, 13:19:51 »
Steve i think it looks the Mutz mate!!
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