Chevy Tracker (Vitara) 2" LIFT KIT Install! +4.5" Overall!! (No Spring Compressor)

[@Roscoesadie]

What's your deal with the mask

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

This was one of my first videos after I suffered a severe eye injury after a cutoff wheel broke and hit me in the face without safety glasses (I have a couple vids on it). Trying to promote a little PPE awareness!

[@1966cambo]

@@BarelyBuiltRight you are fortunate you didn’t go blind! Recommend safety glasses and a face shield

[@beauxjones8793]

@@BarelyBuiltRight Name Suggestion La Pulga Translation: The Flea

[@nomadsteve5297]

Wow ! You and your dad certainly made that look easy, my son has a Suzuki jimny I think it’s much the same as the Suzuki sidekick that you have over there, since we put the chunky tyres on it, it now can go just about anywhere, So far we have managed to do all the work ourselves ie; new bumper, light bar, snorkel and also transformed the inside to make it a two seated car and our next job we are going to be doing is the 2” lift, I’m confident enough to do the front but I’m a wee bit weary to do the back, would you recommend that we try it ourselves or should we know our limits and leave it for the professionals to do it, That really was a great video excellently narrated with no messing around, thank you and all the best to you and your Dad

[@stevencurtis2527]

Wish you would have shown how the strut brace spacers go on

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

I probably could have shown a little more detail there, sorry!

[@OptimisticPessimist]

Those little rigs are so much fun. Even a 2wd Track/Kick will get you a lot further than some other 4wd rigs, they’re just so damn light and maneuverable!

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Very capable! I've had this out on a couple trails and it does just fine! Thanks for your view!

[@calebm6283]

That's an awesome little black machine sk you should name it.....Kevin Hart🤣

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

I've gotten a lot of feedback on this comment ! I may just have to do that!

[@RoyceGetit]

What’s up. I have a 96 sidekick 2door. I heard the biggest tire recommended is no bigger then 29 inches bc anything bigger will affect the gears. Do you know what’s the highest I can lift it without any complications or without modding anything?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

The first gen have slightly different clearance issues than my 2nd gen, so I can't say for certain. Any time you put bigger tires on, the vehicle wont be as fast right out of the hole. You could improve that by replacing the factory gears to compensate for the bigger tires. going bigger than 29 might put a little added stress on the gears, but shouldn't be much to worry about as long as all tires are the same size. Axles tend to hurt a little more with bigger tires, i'd be more worried about those.

[@melfordnunley1493]

Gnarly railroad tracks. I had heard that in a while. I'm old, so that 1 word (gnarly) makes me relate to him lot better. Great video, I'm going to lift mine 2" also.

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

I'm an old soul at heart!

[@darrentylor5473]

You need to add 1" wheel spacer all around...it will widen your stance and handle better. Not more top heavy sway or rubbing

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

I've thought about this too! I'm torn about how much I want to put in to it with this suspension if I ultimately want to 4-link it.

[@edwinj8275]

If you convert it to 4x4 you better make a video about it! haha I would need it

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

You know I definitely will!

[@edwinj8275]

BarelyBuiltRight do you have an Instagram page or anywhere else to follow ?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

@@edwinj8275 Just made an IG! @barelybuiltright

[@treborgallant949]

The link isn’t available anymore but I found this link if you want to add it to your channel. I’ll buy it through the new link!

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Thanks, I have updated the link

[@JIMBOBALOU]

Just bought a 2004 four wheel drive today for $1100. Gonna do a 4" lift and 1" wheel spacers.

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

That's a great deal! Welcome to the club! We are all friends here!

[@JIMBOBALOU]

@@BarelyBuiltRight thanks man, I'm pretty excited about it. Only has 128k on it. Runs And shifts great. Just needs some tlc. I live in Wisconsin so it's kinda rusty, but not too bad.

[@JIMBOBALOU]

@@BarelyBuiltRight oh I also wanted to ask if you know about any active online forums for these beasts?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

@@JIMBOBALOU My Fiance and I hail from MN/WI as well! The main forums I am on are a few pages on Facebook. "Chevy Tracker Owners" and "GEO/SUZUKI Sidekick/Tracker Owners" lots of resources there!

[@JIMBOBALOU]

@@BarelyBuiltRight That's awesome! And thanks, I'll look into those.

[@MattG-dk6sx]

May be trading for a tracker tomorrow!

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Hell yeah! Did you end up getting it?

[@TwistedMetalsOfTexas]

Right on very cool do you plan on a body lift in the future? Ive been working on my 2000 tracker fixing to do a lift and tires as well just waiting on getting the body lift so I can do it all at once. Anyhow keep doing what you do. Thank you and have a great evening

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Thanks for your kind words! I may do a body lift in the future. Ultimate plans would be a solid axle swap and 4-link. Thanks for your sub and stay tuned!

[@chancehodgeman442]

@TwistedMetals OfTexas did u have to extend your brake lines parking brake lines fuel lines and gas tank filler tube?

[@TwistedMetalsOfTexas]

@@chancehodgeman442 I'm actually fixing to try and do the body lift install today and I will let you know what I come up with.

[@ExiledPiasa]

I've got a '00 Tracker that I bought brand new. I have over 250,000mi on the clock and she's tired, but still willing to have a little offroad fun. It is a 4x4 and I have only gotten her stuck once or twice. Any idea where I can find rear break parts for it? Many moons ago, she ate the adjuster spring in the RR. I took a '00 Tacoma adjuster, cut it down to fit, but I can't find any of the original type springs, clips, and adjusters as a kit to fix it right. Any help?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Responded to your email ;)

[@alejandrozunigaarteaga6633]

Hello again! Going to do a lift for my Tracker 99, I see you recommend the Mustang Shocks, is it necessary to change the springs aswell?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

no just shocks. the 2" lift spacers go on top of the springs, making them "longer." Then the mustang shocks make up for the difference

[@gettingoffthecouchnow]

What year of mustang shocks for the xtra 2”

[@Pain-pl3vo]

Just picked up a 2003 one just need some new tires

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Hell yeah! They are great little rigs! Be sure to check out a couple of my other Tracker vids.. Thanks for your view!

[@FloridaLivin_Christian]

Where did you get the shocks at??

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Hi there! The shocks are Mustang shocks from Amazon. You can find them here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BKY6VWT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@MrEbrahim019]

I'm looking for soft top trim molding and the cheapest I could find was $420 on eBay, do you have an idea where I could find them for less? i cant find them in Scrapyards, I live in the middle east (Bahrain) and the Suzuki Grand Vitara/Chevy Tracker Cabrio are pretty rare to find here (Awesome build btw i love it!!)

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Hey ebrahim! Unfortunately those trim pieces suffered from poor material quality from the factory, which leads to 99% of them becoming brittle from the sun and breaking. $420 is actually reasonable for a set. I've seen them go closer to $600. May be worth it to invest that money in a hard top...

[@m34n1ng]

Excited to see what becomes of her! Did you ever get the front grill made?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Not yet! but be sure to check back soon! Bumpers and running boards are on the short list!

[@warrensalter2706]

Hi there nice video. I would like to do something similar as you, however, your ebay link for the spacers does not work now. Would you have info on a current link to something similar link on ebay? Thanks.

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Try this one! $97. Thanks for your view and feedback! www.ebay.com/itm/SALE-SR-89-98-Geo-Tracker-Suzuki-Sidekick-2-Front-Rear-Leveling-lift-kit-/303836317595

[@warrensalter2706]

@@BarelyBuiltRight thanks man

[@timmgetts5447]

what size roof light bar is that? I have 1999 tracker I am going to modify. where did you order the longer shocks? Thanks

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Thanks for your support! The roof bar is a 42" curved model and can be found here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MY1W7AO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1&fbclid=IwAR2QDS_qwQSurn2nhEjblR37x97v1KusT2z7GX-IhZzthujoD9IffPYHtlU The shocks I used are here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BKY6VWT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1&fbclid=IwAR2gsRWMpRVFJH7EZRjQ7vP4hDKci9wERzLIIIuY9kBDbsVysqX5lR25diw

[@TheLikeButton2]

Could I use a camber bolt instead of slotting it

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

You can, but I've heard you may need two on each side to get enough adjustment.

[@systek4248]

Where did you buy the lamps..

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Hey Davis! The headlights are LED jeep replacements. More info and purchase links can be found with this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ima3m6KdorZoma8

[@djmjr77]

Looks nice!! Great job!!

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Thanks! Certainly come a long way!

[@magnumondeko6503]

how did it perform?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6fXq2iQqaiInsU

[@carlolopez8401]

Im just put some 31"tires on mi traker 2003

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Awesome! They are a great fit on this size vehicle

[@rhin0shark2]

Where did you get those headlights

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Headlights can be found here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L4BLCNK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Take a look at a couple of my other vids for some details. Make sure to specify a pair when ordering!

[@carykane5219]

what rear shock did you use do you have a part number

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Hey Cary! They are from a foxbody mustang. I have a link in the description. Thanks for your view!

[@andrewp833]

did you paint the rims black?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Wheels are actually "hammertone" gray from quite some time ago. Looking to go after market soon

[@clinteastwood9244]

is that level?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Depends where you park it ;)

[@gabrielmartinez3171]

Are you going to do a 4x4 swap into it?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Someday down the road I hope to swap to SAS. Stay tuned!

[@Krisco38]

The little tea pot, cause it's short and stout😂

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Not bad!

[@joshualuna173]

Lord Helmet

[@marshoutlaws9852]

Raising a two-wheel drive that's unheard of you drop it

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

When you are going to 4 link it, it doesn't really matter what it starts life as. I do like the lowered ones too though.

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

I also appreciate the unintelligent comment you left before this one. I'm sorry the quarantine is getting you so salty!

[@briggs13a]

Where are you located? Do you do this professionally?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

I'm in south Florida, but only a hobby for me, sorry!

[@skywarp0828]

Is this just the 2 inch suspension lift or do you have the 2 inch body lift also?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

This is just the 2" suspension lift. No body lift.

[@skywarp0828]

@@BarelyBuiltRight Ok. Good deal. What size tires would fit without trimming?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

@@skywarp0828 this is a debated topic but the general consensus is 235/75/15. With the front bumper cut in half and the 2in lift the 35x10.5r15s I have on mine barely rub at full lock

[@dmullins5592]

What length is the light bar above your windshield?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

42" Curved. Should be a link on my other video.

[@getbit3016]

Did you take the bump stops off the rear?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Yes, bump stops were removed

[@alexanderdunklin]

How’s the 4wd? Is it limited slip?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Actually it's only 2wd. I do plan to put a locker in it until I get SAS. Thanks for your view!

[@allenmckinney9533]

How's the mileage? My 03 2.5l 4dr went from about 18mpg to 16 with the lift and 235 75 15 tires.

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Never even measured it out or paid attention much. My truck gets very little highway time. I'll have to report back

[@deanhauser6626]

Why would you want to lift a 2 wheel drive?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Because it makes guys like you comment, which in turn helps promote my video to the algorithm. Thanks!

[@vatoloko2266]

Chingosote carrito como el mío

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Gemelos!

[@ScrappysJunkSolutions]

Long shot but the link for the lift doesnt exist anymore. Can you throw up a new one?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Thanks for the heads up! Here is an updated link: ebay.us/ei6RfR

[@aureliogutierrez7787]

2” (+4.5)?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Bigger tires add height too

[@JH-eu1hf]

Did you put the 31 "rims in 5.5 width stoc rims?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Yes my 31x10.5R15 tires on the stock 15" metal rims

[@lucasnorman5441]

Most of your links for products do not work

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Thank you for your feedback I will look in to this!

[@16driver16]

Hows the gearing with 31s?

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

I believe the auto 2wd's like mine have 4.88 from the factory. it does pretty good I suppose. The slow-speed torque still jerks the front up and at the same time I can do 65-70mph right around 2k.

[@karldahle5740]

Gremlin

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

I like that!

[@braddahdussifyoumuss596]

2 wheel drive🤔

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

For now! I'm picking up all the parts for the 4wd swap next weekend!

[@braddahdussifyoumuss596]

Solid axle swap🤷🏼‍♂️😄I have 96 tracker that I’ve been building it’s on my page check her out

[@generalmayhem1735]

@@BarelyBuiltRight where’s that video at? I really need it lmao! Good work boy’o!

[@mylesfarley527]

All that on a 2 wheel drive!!!?? -HAH!! GAAAAAAYYY!!!

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

😂 thanks for promoting my video to the algorithm by leaving a comment!

[@videostar2528]

Was interested until I seen it was a 2wd

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Thanks! Appreciate the interaction which will help promote my video to the algorithm!

[@rcvideos3256]

Actually show the dismantling your not showing much for learning purposes

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Appreciate the feedback! I've tried to focus on this more in recent videos.

[@Joey-ij1jl]

2x4.......wtf

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

It was $600 😂 and goes a lot of places other 4x4s can't

[@eddiebv1983]

This video is lame! Lifted 4x2 with offroad tires. Not a even a mallcrawler. I've done more with my 4x4 1997.

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Thanks for your feedback!

[@m34n1ng]

Then how about you make some useful videos, instead of bitching and shitting on another mans project?

[@16driver16]

Edwin Velazquez you do not! I just checked your channel and not one video uploaded you liar! Your obviously just jealous

[@Dont_Be_Niggardly]

I wanted a yellow one from age 9 until... well I still want one. My brothers and all my friends would jokingly say how “gay” those were so I ruled it out as an option. My taste in cars was super SUS: I like Trackers, Miatas, CRZ, VW Bugs... heh heh... 😏 I swear I’m straight

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

These little rigs are growing massively in popularity in the past few years! A lot of guys are even building them as lower-priced alternatives to the expensive SxS's now. And nothing wrong with your list of cars! Thanks for your view!

[@ethanenright6842]

Where can I buy this

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Hi, Ethan! This is the kit I used: www.ebay.com/itm/SALE-SR-2-Lift-Kit-99-05-Geo-Tracker-Suzuki-Vitara-Billet-Coil-Spacer-USA/402321006300?fits=Model%3ATracker%7CMake%3AChevrolet&hash=item5dac335edc:g:EZYAAOSwYc5aC-jQ

[@stealthforcegaming4948]

Where did u order those headlights

[@BarelyBuiltRight]

Hey Ralph! The headlights are LED jeep Cherokee replacements and 6" trailer turn signals. I cut up a plastic jeep header panel to mount them too. I show a little bit in the video below, as well as purchase links in the description. Thanks for watching! kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5TEaYqbpJmLbcU

[@stealthforcegaming4948]

I have a 2002 4 door 4x4 tracker I bought for $300 so I'm just looking for ideas