1" lift blocks

Red XS

Red XS

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Location
Perth, West Aus
Car Year
2006
Car Model
SG Forester XS
Transmission
1.447 Low SG Manual
I've finally decided that I'm going to lift the Red Xs. I'm not doing this to improve my cars capabilities as I'm already happy with what it can do. But I'm doing this because after plowing through tracks for a few months I've started warping my chassis were the bash plate attaches to it. It's not bad yet, but another year or so of offroading and it will only get worst. I've looked at other threads and now it is a simple thing to do. I just wanted to list the things I think I know and have anyone else correct me if I'm wrong.

-A 1" lift doesn't require new trailing arms, it will move the wheels forward slightly but won't be a problem
-A 1" lift doesn't require camber adjustment
-There will be slightly more strain on the CV joints, but I shouldn't wear through them noticeable faster.
-If it is 2" or less it is perfectly legal, Could there be any insurance issues?
-Lift can be installed with just a few mates (Who wants to help me?)
-And I will need a wheel alignment afterwards

Also, I was going to go for Gorilla lift blocks for $115,
https://www.gorillaoffroadcompany.com/product-detail.cfm/prd_key/52
I know other companies make better quality aluminum ones but they're too expensive for my uni student budget and I think the Gorilla will be good enough. Unless if anyone is selling some 2nd hand for similar price.

What do others think?
Thanks,
 
Hdpe is (arguably) stronger in this application, I wouldn't worry Red.
 
That looks good for an all-round 1" lift kit, Red.

How much is shipping to Oz?

It would appear to be good for me if I decide to go down this route after my forthcoming trip away.

Don't forget to have a full wheel alignment done afterwards :poke: :).
 
Thanks guys
How much is shipping to Oz?
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I can't find postage on the website and have reached the check out with still no postage costs. I haven't bought them yet, but when I do I'll let you know what postage was.

Let me know when u get them and we can jnstall them. ...
Can use the hoist at my work to make life easy
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Sounds good. Also will be good to get my car on a hoist and see what other damage is under there.
 
Check out Strut lift spacers from Paranoid Fabrications. Also HDPE

Tweaksta said:
I have just ordered a pair of 1" lift spacers for my rear struts from Paranoid (US$55 for spacers + US$25 for postage to Australia). Total = $88 Australian dollars.

On their website I just clicked on 'Forester' products which brought up just the one product - the Subaru Impreza 04-07 HDPE Rear Spacer.

I emailed Shane to confirm this would fit my 98-02 SF5.
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NOTE: Impreza GC8 fits SF Foz & GD fits SG Foz

You need:
SF SG 1" Front Spacers | Paranoid Fabrications
SF SG 1" rear spacers - Paranoid Fab

You also need these, but you can easily get them here to save on postage. The link states the bolt size:
Stud Kit Front & Rear | Paranoid Fabrications

Taza & Red, make sure after installation & before w/a, with the cars weight on the wheels (ramps), loosen then tighten the LCA rear bush. This releases the tension on it caused by altering the ride height.

Most importantly...take before & after pics lol :poke:
 
Thanks for finding me the paranoid lifts. I bought the front and rear 1" spacers today, $110US + $25USpostage. I still need to buy the bolts (M8X1.25X55) but that shouldn't be too difficult.
And there will be before and after pics.
 
Hate to be the pain who spoils the party. I recently bought two sets of Gorilla one inch blocks for both my SGs and paid a lot less than that for each kit. I asked if I bought 2 sets would they do a better deal and they did. Kit includes bolts.
Moral is if you can by more than one set ask for a better price :poke:
 
Party pooper.
Probably should have asked if anybody else wanted 1" lifts. Everybody else I know in WA already has larger lifts.
 
I wish I had two SG's, I could have one to take bush bashing, then I'd whip out the other identical one and show everyone what good condition it was in.
 
Red your welxome to drive my foz if you want to get an idea of what it's lile with lift.

I just pulled mine out tonight but left the raised springs in. Uograded front and rear swaybars. ...
 
The ride in yours with the big lift has already impressed me with how well Subarus handle with a lift and how they still feel sporty compared to stock larger 4wds. I think I will be happy with my 1" and I'm looking forward to giving it a go at Two Rocks again.:ebiggrin:
 
I'm going to get a 1" lift via suspension soon, let me know how it goes?
 
Gidday HC

havachat said:
Hate to be the pain who spoils the party. I recently bought two sets of Gorilla one inch blocks for both my SGs and paid a lot less than that for each kit. I asked if I bought 2 sets would they do a better deal and they did. Kit includes bolts.
Moral is if you can by more than one set ask for a better price :poke:
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You wouldn't be interested in parting with one of those kits by any chance, now that your daughter has hijacked your 2004 ... Good luck with getting it back, mate :iconwink:!
 
Bought the bolts and washers today. The sign at the counter said "Prices vary depending on customers attitudes" I got the lot for $5.:ebiggrin: Would have been $24 from Paranoid.
 
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