If you are looking for more options for a Sidekick / Tracker lift, be sure to check out @Death Toll Racing, He's got a great video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6ayfKCmbZ19oJo
@noahdunaway8 ай бұрын
I just bought a 1996 Tracker 2WD “survivor” bright red 5 speed manual with 78k miles and most were pulled behind a motor home. I got all the tow bar equipment but I don’t have an RV, I can’t think of a reason for it but I could pull it with my pickup truck. It’s a convertible with the fiberglass hard tops. I’ve filled it up twice after the initial full tank and it registered 31.6 and 34.2 MPG. The paint is excellent and very shiny, it looks like a 2 year old car. It drives very good and I have not found anything wrong with it so far. It’s a Texas car and I don’t find any rust at all. I like sitting high in a vehicle like my pickup and am thinking about lifting it maybe 2 inches. Oh and I want to get some wider rims and prefer to stay with 15” diameter to keep more sidewall which should help with ride quality.
@wvjon75 Жыл бұрын
I have a similar lift and 30" tires on my 4door Sidekick. It is the perfect little rig still getting decent fuel economy and good capability. Its actually more fun even on the road than stock.
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
Glad you like yours too! Make sure to check out my other videos!
@DeathTollRacing3 жыл бұрын
This is definitely a middle lift compared to the 2 I installed!!! A great option, and I like that you can later add longer front struts when the time comes to replace them.
@thisisnotatest23 жыл бұрын
Thanks DTR! Always appreciate the feedback and insights!
@CavemanVanDweller7 ай бұрын
Remount? It's free
@JustinKelly2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review! This is exactly the wheel fitment I am looking for but I am looking to go aftermarket likely with some JDM wheels for a Jimny or something. Since I have been doing a TON of research on wheel I just wanted to post some information in case others come across this. Stock Sidekick/Tracker wheels are 15" x 5.5", 4.25" backspacing Stock Samurai/SJ rims are 15" x 5.5", 3.75" backspacing So to convert this into offset (Which is easier when searching for some wheels) it is approximately 12.7mm difference (farther out) since they are the same width.
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback and all the additional info!
@tufftrails2 жыл бұрын
Nice rig Jay. I love these little guys...they take me anywhere I want to go and always get me home while sipping fuel. I have 6 of them now., 4 lifted and 2 I haven't got to yet. Have fun with yours.
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I really like driving it too. I love how small it is and the great visibility!
@JMPK23 Жыл бұрын
I really like that. I've been wanting one of these or a tracker. Seems like such a fun car
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
I'm having a blast with mine! Highly recommended!
@outdoorseyfun98425 ай бұрын
That's awesome 👌! Love the tires, wheels and lift looks good!
@jenslingspaint3523 Жыл бұрын
This is a fantastic long term review of this do it yourself combination of lift.
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad you found it useful!
@maxdeerp2 жыл бұрын
Great videos and modifications you’ve made to the tracker. Looks good and tidy!
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! I'm generally not a fan of modifying vehicles, so I try to keep the upgrades minimal and clean!
@thewiseguy35292 жыл бұрын
Tracker was assembled in Canada by CAMI (with Suzuki parts) Sidekick was built in Japan by Suzuki. But they're both lovely. I just prefer the Japanese original.
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. I know the trackers were assembled in Canada, but I didn't realize the Sidekicks were imported.
@trashpandaoffroad35483 жыл бұрын
Nice video. You do a great job explaining things. I would love to get a couple of these rigs together with different lifts and do a drive comparison.
@thisisnotatest23 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I think that would be a great idea!
@WRxJb2 жыл бұрын
Love it , building my 95 tracker up this year !
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Have fun with the project - they're a pleasure to work on!
@tommycollier91722 жыл бұрын
I think I'm going this route, thanks for sharing.
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Glad you found it useful! I have no regrets with this lift.
@gp9750 Жыл бұрын
Hey Jay! Great video! Inspired me to go with the same setup however I will try out the BDS rear shocks first and decide if they work for me. I shot you an email regarding the Daystar spacers and direction they face when installed. Now looking at my Tracker I see the bell end faces down. Thanks for your quick response to my email, and keep up with the great videos!
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
Glad you figured it out! Thanks for the feedback too! I think I had the BDS rear shocks on for a whole week before I swapped them. I think you're going to love the lift. I've never looked back after installing it.
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
Note that I removed the thin rubber OEM bushing above the spring when I put the spacer in. I think I mentioned this in the video. I was able to sell the BDS shocks for the same price I paid for the KYBs. There is a market for them as they fit many other applications.
@gp9750 Жыл бұрын
@@thisisnotatest2 yes, I believe you had mentioned it. With this winter weather we're now receiving, I won't be installing until spring. I'm sure you're getting similar conditions? Snow that is??
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
No snow in Portland, but it's definitely winter here, as there's snow in the mountains. The Suzuki loves the snow - chews right through it! It's fun to pull out expensive SUVs when our neighborhood gets snow!
@gp9750 Жыл бұрын
@@thisisnotatest2 awesome!
@pandzon71682 жыл бұрын
Hey man this is a great video keep up the great work!
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate the feedback!
@TheJosesantiago1232 жыл бұрын
It looks perfect.
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@a.r76882 жыл бұрын
Great job, it's the best on KZbin. I'm just wondering, from where you got the tires and the rims...Please send the link if possible.
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! The tires are widely available, but I ordered mine from Simple Tire. The rims are all used, found on Offer Up and Craig's List. I had them powder coated at Les Schwab.
@Kamikaze_Samurai906 ай бұрын
I believe those are 1 of 3 types of original rims for a sidekick. Samurai rims were all the same.
@19schneider85 Жыл бұрын
i just picked up my first geo tracker i previously had a chevy tracker and i did a small lift looking to run the same setup as this one!
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
Thats awesome! Enjoy it!
@briannelson8819 Жыл бұрын
Why didn’t you use the Daystar pucks on the rear springs as well? Just curious.
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
Sorry for the delayed response! I added the spacers to the front to get the truck level. There was a lot of rake in the stock suspension and this combination got it very close to what I was looking for. You could add spacers in the back to keep the rake.
@joepurdy9707 Жыл бұрын
Why did the lift only achieve 1in.,in the rear? Maybe because you didn't use the 3/4 spring pads? I'm looking for just the opposite, an extra inch in the rear so it doesn't sit any lower when fully loaded down with gear.
@USdefender1 Жыл бұрын
So am I.
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
Sorry for the delayed response! I added the spacers to the front to get the truck level. There was a lot of rake in the stock suspension and this combination got it very close to what I was looking for. You could add the same spacers in the back to keep the rake. You will need to make sure the rear shocks are long enough to handle the total lift height.
@cotaretreat3681 Жыл бұрын
Did you have to change anything from lower mounting point of kyb shocks?
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
Sorry for the delayed response! I selected the KYBs specifically because they were longer than stock. That allowed me to keep the original mounting points - no mods required!
@kyana3374 Жыл бұрын
I noticed my back tires wouldn't drop down in order to get traction. Spinning in the air ain't going to get you nowhere. You're going to need a spacer on top of the rear end in the center. I don't like to steel one from Amazon Because it's 2in thick. 1 inch spacer is enough. I found out my upper control arm is worn out. Total cost for both 250
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
I agree. I added the upper control arm spacer in the rear. It's hard to see, but it's the aluminum block above the diff at 04:32. I ordered it from Low Range Off Road for ~$50.
@peterodriguez30782 ай бұрын
trying to find the BDS kit online, no luck. Any idea where I can buy this BDS spring kit?
@michaelvimazal50122 жыл бұрын
Great vid, How is the ride when it comes to "washboard" roads? Better than stock or worse?
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback It's basically like stock, no better, no worse. I've had a lot of success airing down to 12psi on sand for traction and a much smoother ride. I expect this would help some with long sections of washboards.
@mickeyfrey25292 жыл бұрын
Hi. Really amazing job and looks very decent 👌 I would like to do same with my sport sidekick 97 model please advise me the details and which items I have to order. tanx 🙏
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! The Sport is a different beast - the frame width and suspension are different from the regular sidekick. I've never seen a lift kit specifically for it. There is one video I know of where the owner worked with a fabricator to create a kit: kzbin.infovideos The simplest option would be to source aftermarket springs like ARB and/or spring spacers. That should get you 2 inches of lift without custom parts.
@joelclmt2 жыл бұрын
Hey Jay Video Is very helpful. I am doing the same to my rig. Do you have a part number on the daystar spacers by chance?
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Just found it: Daystar KJ09108BK
@CalebCarpenter-x5o Жыл бұрын
What is the best backspacing to get wheels similar to yours? I havent been able to track down any used samurai 15x5.5 yet.
@thisisnotatest211 ай бұрын
Just found the info: Stock Sidekick/Tracker wheels are 15" x 5.5", 4.25" backspacing Stock Samurai/SJ rims are 15" x 5.5", 3.75" backspacing
@marting64452 жыл бұрын
Could you post the part numbers for the rear shocks and TJ bushings that you added?
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
I've included the part number for the shocks and all the details I have for the bushings in the description.
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Just found more details: Daystar KJ09108BK
@mattmatt289223 күн бұрын
Where did you get the ditch lights?
@markmanley86732 жыл бұрын
I have a 97 that i want to get back on the road . like your ideas. Bought it brand new . put 303, 000 miles on. All of a sudden it would not run right. Took it to dealer i bought it from . told me i needed a computer 4000 $ . got one at junk yard . changed it . it ran just the same. They traded me another .same result. Took it to several other people no results. Changed oxygen sensors , timing belt, no luck .one guy told me it was main bairing . ??? You start it up it ldles fine .put it in drive it runs rough with no power ? Should i try to rebuild or replace engine ?
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
These trucks have a pretty decent on-board diagnostic system. Buy a good quality scanner and start looking at the codes, if you haven't already. I'd recommend trying to solve engine control issues yourself, as there aren't many mechanics out there with familiarity with these trucks, and it might take some time to track the issue down. I have another video where I go through the codes I solved to get my truck running right: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHOvdpujbsysg5I. I also include details on the scanner that worked great for me. I wouldn't start changing parts without knowing the codes, but changing the timing belt is part of the scheduled maintenance, so you needed to do that anyway.
@markmanley86732 жыл бұрын
@@thisisnotatest2 i gave up several years ago. Had codes read several times . can not remember for sure but the cures everybody tried did not help. I even have chiltons manual. Its sitting in my garage for years. Want to get it running again.
@chrispclimbs2 жыл бұрын
@@markmanley8673 you most likely have the dreaded 'loosened crank bolt' and wallowed out crank pulley keyway. From factory they didn't put locktite and didn't torque the crank pulley bolt on tight enough. It is disastrous. If it is bad enough, you have to replace the crank (full rebuild), if you are lucky you might be able to get a new woodruff key jbwelded back in or actually welded back in, with a new crank pulley. red loctite and torque to 95ftlbs. But yea sounds like your timing is off because of this.
@markmanley86732 жыл бұрын
@@chrispclimbs Thanks for the advice. But i only got half of it ?
@markmanley86732 жыл бұрын
@@chrispclimbs Let me know if possible.
@brianschultz5696 Жыл бұрын
Are you running the original length front struts?
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
The struts themselves are original, but the lift kit comes with a set of extenders that screw on to the tops of the struts. They are black. You can see them in the parts inlay at 01:07 and above the tires in a few shots.
@kenxichko2 жыл бұрын
How did you make the spare tire fit for that size? any mods or kit you bought? thanks
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
The spare fit like a glove. There is just enough room with the 235 tires to clear the bumper and the 3rd brake light. No mods required.
@XaviarJS2 жыл бұрын
I with the bds kit would work on my 2004 tracker
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
The BDS catalog lists this kit for short wheelbase 88-98 Sidekicks and Trackers. I wouldn't expect it to work on later models.
@markfitzgerald-x4m Жыл бұрын
did u use 2 or 4 of the daystar bushings 2 ea front and rear
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
I'm only using 2 spacers in the front. That gave me a level lift.
@colefoster56622 жыл бұрын
so with this exact setup those tires didnt rub inside or outside on full tilt?
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
That's the advantage of a conservative tires size - there's no body rub at full lock or full articulation. Reduced wheel backspacing is key to avoiding frame rub as the tires get bigger. The front tires come very close to the frame at full lock. There are limiting screws on the steering linkage, but I didn't have to use them.
@faris5042 жыл бұрын
100% KYB
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Yep, they made a huge difference. I'll likely try KYB if I ever have to replace the front struts.
@arthursims67097 ай бұрын
Where did you order your new rims from???
@jremeee1599 Жыл бұрын
Hey man. Where’s the next episode?! 😊
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
It's in the can! Will post it over Thanksgiving!
@markmanley86732 жыл бұрын
Kewl
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@georgezimmerman33342 ай бұрын
Did you ever get a truck?
@darioushg.8772 жыл бұрын
How’s ride quality?
@thisisnotatest22 жыл бұрын
It's pretty much identical to stock, which is what I wanted. Definitely not too stiff, but I had to swap the rear shocks to achieve this.
@dullylaventure4277 Жыл бұрын
Please someone help me to buy one😢😢😢
@thisisnotatest2 Жыл бұрын
I've had success on Craigslist and Offerup finding these trucks. I'm on the west coast, so rust usually isn't an issue. There's lots for sale in Arizona the last time I checked.
@dullylaventure4277 Жыл бұрын
@@thisisnotatest2 okay sir thank you
@dullylaventure4277 Жыл бұрын
@@thisisnotatest2 you haven't a rav 4 2 doors please i haven't money but i need the car please help me
@markfitzgerald-x4m Жыл бұрын
if anyone is starting down this path i have 2 bushings 2 give away