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Re: lifting the kia [Re: LadyFrog] #330844 10/21/03 05:56 AM
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 190
LadyFrog Offline OP
Wheeler
ok so whats the thought on tj springs??...front & back??

if this is a good alternative...I found a set on ebay $20
all four springs + shipping!!...

(if this is a good option by the way...you all leave them springs alone!!...they're mine!!) <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/nana.gif" alt="" />


LadyFrog

I miss my little Kia
Re: lifting the kia [Re: LadyFrog] #330845 10/21/03 09:27 AM
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Posts: 190
LadyFrog Offline OP
Wheeler
ok I'm very very seriously thinking these TJ springs will be a good idea(noone is screamin dont do it!) <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />...and if I dont like them...heh...can just sell them on ebay...
(hubby cant scream about $20+shipping it's a way good deal <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/butwiggle.gif" alt="" />)

any how....yes doing lots of thinking....

if the stock TJ springs work nicely ...then shouldn't the stock length TJ shock go well with them on the kia??? <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shiner.gif" alt="" />

in the back atleast?


LadyFrog

I miss my little Kia
Re: lifting the kia [Re: LadyFrog] #330846 10/21/03 09:56 AM
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Nukeiridium Offline
Body Damage is Cool
I'm not sure if you planned on putting front TJ springs on your Sporty in the front, but I'm pretty sure you can't do that. The rears should work.


2002 Sportage 4dr 4x4 soon to undergo an Extreme Makeover!
Re: lifting the kia [Re: Nukeiridium] #330847 10/21/03 10:57 AM
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Posts: 190
LadyFrog Offline OP
Wheeler
ahh...this is what I'm asking....
if they will work and if not why not?

from what I've read...the rear will work nicely...
but what about the front??....I want springs that will give it about 4" of lift...

I'd rather not mess around with a bunch of spacers and doodads...I want to keep it simple as possible...and it seems to me that all spring lift would be the simplest way to go....
so...if the TJ springs wont work on the front to get the hieght I want what will...there's got to be a vehical that springs can be yanked off from to suit the front lift



LadyFrog

I miss my little Kia
Re: lifting the kia [Re: LadyFrog] #330848 10/21/03 01:33 PM
Joined: Aug 2001
Posts: 5,527
Dave Scott Offline
Trail Leader
nope, there are no springs from any vehicle that i know of that will either fit the front strut coils seats or provide any lift. it is slightly possible that ford explorer coils come close, but still, probably wont fit and even so, they are way too stiff due to the type of suspension a ford explorer has. the only other coil i can imagine fitting are like older rx-7 rear coils, but not sure about them either, need to visit pick-n-pull more often and take some measurements ands souveniers.


95 Sportage w/welded and 5.89 geared dana 44's on 38.5" TSL's.- SADLY SOLD
CURRENTLY - 2000 sportage, 5.38 gears, welded diffs, 35" tires, 5.5" lift

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/341410
Re: lifting the kia [Re: Dave Scott] #330849 10/21/03 06:16 PM
Joined: Jun 2003
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LadyFrog Offline OP
Wheeler
Okee dokee...will do some thinking on the front end....
heh..it probably needs lil quadrunner springs <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/lol.gif" alt="" />
maybe have front spings made....<img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shiner.gif" alt="" />
Dave your alter ego RockSportGear has springs that will lift it 4"?....
How much would your alter ego charge for the 2 front spings?

what are the specs on the front springs as far as fitting into the seats properly and such??....heh...I dont gotta jack it up and measure. I think I'm gonna go down to our local 4 wheel custom shop see what they can come up with..heh

one more silly question(for now)
why cant the seats be changed to accomodate different springs?....humm...just a thought


LadyFrog

I miss my little Kia
Re: lifting the kia [Re: LadyFrog] #330850 10/21/03 07:38 PM
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Nukeiridium Offline
Body Damage is Cool
Sounds like you're gonna go crazy on your Sportie Ladyfrog... Good to hear smile

Are you really a lady? And are you really a frog?




2002 Sportage 4dr 4x4 soon to undergo an Extreme Makeover!
Re: lifting the kia [Re: Nukeiridium] #330851 10/21/03 09:02 PM
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Posts: 190
LadyFrog Offline OP
Wheeler
Quote

Are you really a lady? And are you really a frog?



I'm a frog <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/pfft.gif" alt="" />...lil and green and hop all over!!! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/pfft.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/nana.gif" alt="" />

Not really crazy with it...just want the best way to get my belly up higher with the least amount of extra parts
more parts= more things to go wrong <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />


LadyFrog

I miss my little Kia
Re: lifting the kia [Re: LadyFrog] #330852 10/22/03 12:05 AM
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Posts: 190
LadyFrog Offline OP
Wheeler
tell me what ya all think of this quote to have springs made

http://ladyfrog.0catch.com/QUOTE.htm

I think it looks pretty good!...I just want the front pair and can use the jeep TJ that will cost $35 with shipping
for a total of $173 + $32 shipping for front...wooohooooo!!!
leaving me the extra for better shocks...hehehehe
<img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/shiner.gif" alt="" />


LadyFrog

I miss my little Kia
Re: lifting the kia [Re: LadyFrog] #330853 10/22/03 06:13 AM
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 1,863
rubo Offline
Body Damage is Cool
If you could meaghure the springs, i will try to cross reference it to any other car/truck make/model (i have fiew mechanic friends, who just love evryttime i go visit them <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/evil.gif" alt="" />).

it will take me couple of days to do it & if there are any positive matches, i'll post them.

rubo


"If i can't crawl over it, i'll fly over it"
rubo

'96 Amigo 4x4, 3.2L V6, 4L30E, D44 rear, SOA, 1" BL, undergoing surgery.
'00 Rodeo LS 4x4, 3.2L V6, OME 919 Springs, front cranked to match,1" BL, 265/70x16 Scorion A/T's.
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