Isuzu MU-X Suspension Lift Kit Installation - How to install a lift kit in your IFS 4x4

Hey Guys and Gals!
In this video i show you exactly how to change the suspension setup in your IFS 4wd from the standard setup to a Heavy Duty off-road ready lift kit.
For my lift kit I chose Outback Armour pre-assembled front struts with rear heavy duty coils and shocks. The added strength and reliability from the larger bore shock absorbers means that I will be able to rely on my suspension setup to get me through the rough stuff and all the way home again!
In this video i show you how i installed the lift kit into my 2018 model Isuzu Mu-x. To complete the job i used assorted spanners, ratchets and sockets, 2 x car jacks, 2 x car jack stands, flat blade and phillips head screw driver and a few other tools.
The job can be quite easily carried out at home if you have the right tools and will take you between 2-4 hours for a complete lift kit depending on your experience.
The Outback Armour lift kit lifted the MU-X approximately 50mm all around on each corner.
If you enjoyed this video and would like to see more of the 2018 Isuzu MU-X then hit the subscribe button and the thumbs up and stay tuned for the build up.
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[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Guys! Here's some tools to make the job easier! -socket and spanner set: amzn.to/3CdD0DV -1/2" breaker bar: amzn.to/3D7OxG1 -adjustable wrench: amzn.to/2YFrMds -led work light: amzn.to/3c5MdU2 -screwdriver kit: amzn.to/3F9cw8k Cheers guys! 😊

[@daves6590]

thanks so much for this video mate, taking the rear break lines off further up the chassis to gain more height when lowering the diff to get the springs in was a life saver! must say getting the rear struts off was a nightmare

[@tonicee6839]

Idol, its very informative. Good job. Am glad you are not using power socket wrench. It usually destroys the knot bolt heads and lug nuts.❤

[@joelyking7661]

Need a before and after pic mate! Great video very informative

[@angelobryan4699]

My 2014 Isuzu d'max needs shocks so this video has shown me how to remove them thank you!!!

[@josephmanzano420]

Nice comprehensive video Nick. Looking forward on my Mu-x purchas coming soon, doing my research atm 👍

[@simonappleby2333]

Thanks heaps for your vids. I did diff drop last weekend and today front suspension upgrade on my ldv t60.

[@GenerationGap69]

enjoyed your video, very helpful. Only question I have is that I have always been told that any bushing bolt/nuts should not be fully tightened until the car is back on the ground on its wheels and you have moved the suspension through a few compression rebound strokes. i.e bounced it up and down a bit so the bolts are seated correctly in the bushes and don't get torn up shortly after fitting them

[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Wayne, what you have heard is very true. There are however 2 ways of doing it properly. The first is as you have said leave the bush bolts/nuts loose until the vehicle is back on its wheels on the ground and tighten the bush bolt/nut back up, or raise the suspension with a jack untill all the weight of the vehicle is on that one point and tighten the bush bolt/nut. It essentially has the exact same effect just different ways of doing it. In the video I jack the suspension up to (ride height) as i call it and then tighten the bush nuts. For ball joints they can be tightened at any point due to there movement being constantly variable. Hope that helps, cheers for the comment 😊

[@vinnykavanagh8943]

Awesome video,and great work,make it look so easy but also providing great commentary.thank you...keep it up

[@LowRangeNick]

Thanks alot Vinny 😊

[@wilstjames3111]

got my lh thumb black bruised from fab of my diy ramp for my mux. nice vids.

[@kforbes5588]

When going to tighten the lower shock bolts up. Make it hand tight, and fully tighten once the cars weight is back on the ground .

[@patricksultana2736]

Hi Nic Really enjoy watching all your upgrades to the MUX. I am wanting to have a go at doing the suspension is it possible to get a detailed video at the back for the springs and the shocks?

[@atomichurley]

nice detailed video mate, keep up the good work

[@romelpantaleon1738]

Thanks Nick, for the Info video I learned heaps from it, I have a Mitsubishi Pajero Sport you recon it will be similar upgrading my suspension to Outback Armour....

[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Romel! Thanks alot for watching 😊 The paj should be very similar 👍

[@romelpantaleon1738]

@@LowRangeNick thanks Nick for the quick respond, i subscribed to channel so i could follow your upgrade in your MUX, I installed Safari Snorkel, OL winch bar, idrive, oil catch can, secondary fuel filter and next will be Outback Armour suspension lift on my MPS will based it from the info I got from you.

[@LowRangeNick]

@@romelpantaleon1738 Thats great! Im glad i could help 😊😊😊

[@Bennyboy-dog]

That's awesome news Nick - simple install and good quality aftermarket gear. Just wondering how is the ride like on bitumen after the lift kit was installed? Looking forward to the rest of the build.

[@LowRangeNick]

Its pretty good! It is firmer than standard but i did get the coils rated for a bullbar and winch because i will be fitting that soon and the rear coils are rated for 150kg in the rear so they dont sag when we tow or have our camping gear in 😊

[@vadimblackmore1886]

Maybe next bit to avoid snapping CVS a diff drop. Would complete the setup imo :) Great vid.

[@kevirish37]

???

[@vadimblackmore1886]

@@kevirish37 to minimise the cv angle

[@iwajogja2076]

Hi Nick, I like your video👍 I am driving chevy trailblazer, same platform with your isuzu Mu-X. I am looking suspension kit, need extra 40-50mm uplift for desert driving here. As now I just change my rim & tire 265/70-17. It is difficult to get the suspension kits here since my car is not famous. I am so confused between these OME, Dobinsons, Raw4x4 predator, TJM, Ironman or like yours Outback armour.

[@nathanhays8252]

Hey Nick, thanks for your video. I had the same kit installed in my 2015 MUX. Unfortunately I now have a banging noise doing a hard left turn, especially when hitting a small bump like going into a driveway. The installer has checked it out and found no issues. I think I will install a Roadsafe diff drop and at least rule out bad CV angles. Maybe a CV is on its way out (80,000km up). I'm hoping I don't end up regretting the lift. I got a steel bar put on at the same time too.

[@LowRangeNick]

That's not good at all. The cvs will make a clicking noise when you corner if they are on there way out.

[@nathanhays8252]

@@LowRangeNick There isn't a repetitive click, just a single clunk, and then often a clunk again after straightening the wheel. There is a fair bit of grease outside one of the bearings (which coild be normal) but the bearings are both tight and smooth.

[@slackstringlvr]

@@nathanhays8252 Nathan, did you figure out what the clunking noise was from? I'm about to put these into my 2015 MUX with a diff drop and don't want any clunking noises!!! Tx mate, Paul

[@nathanhays8252]

@@slackstringlvr it was a loose bolt - poor installation.

[@davinarceo9270]

I managed to do the front suspension. The rear struts were a nightmare, couldn't take em off so I'll probably get the rest suspension done by a mechanic

[@luisp.1279]

subscribing..... I have the same model and same color mux 2018 cheers... more upgrade and ideas to come

[@LowRangeNick]

Awesome! Congrats on the new 4x4 😀

[@pramooteeclub]

Very good video clip / Isuzu Mu-X 4x4 Blue Power

[@TahjmaRahj]

Hey great video how much was this kit roughly?

[@OldFartAUS]

Great vid. Used basic hand tools and in ya driveway too. Well done.

[@beanfrankednow5391]

Where is the update Lowrangenick? We are all busting to see the ride height, you're killing us. I call that a Nick tease 🤣

[@LowRangeNick]

Haha youll have to check out my later videos to check out the increase. It lifted it 50mm front and rear 😊

[@beanfrankednow5391]

How are they going so far Nick?

[@LowRangeNick]

@@beanfrankednow5391 Going great so far! 😁

[@zenonk84]

@@LowRangeNick would you recommend a diff drop given some exp now of driving offroad with the setup?

[@LowRangeNick]

@@zenonk84 Not really needed with the 50mm lift. No issues at all, the cv angle isnt bad at all. 😊👍

[@SaabCarlsson]

Thank you Nick. Great video. Good explanations. Much appreciated. Will save me a bundle of time and money. BTW Have you done a video on front wheel bearing re-greasing and Setting tappets as per every 40k?? I've done them but found getting the tappets setting correct very difficult and time consuming.

[@LowRangeNick]

No videos yet. Not quite at 40k. Tappet adjustments are a pain haha I will definitely do videos down the track on those things though.

[@SaabCarlsson]

Thanks Nick, I can't wait to see what you think. Great channel. Also can you look at OBD2 scanners compatible with your Isuzu? Also, Also, if I don't want to lift my Mux but want to replace the shocks, can I use the same ones as you did but with the standard springs? We don't 4 x 4 often enough to warrant extra height, or am I being stupid?

[@comitnycrym]

Hi Nick, so after having the outback armour in your car for a while, how do you rate them? I'm stuck on deciding between Outback Armour or Dobinsons for 2 inch lift. Thanks.

[@jackg1056]

Hey nick! I have a 2014 4x4 DMax and looking to give it a 2” lift. Hoping you’d be able to help with brand options and possible problems I may face with the diff angles and control arms?

[@eugenebalubal4950]

Greetings Nick! Awesome upgrade. I have the same SUV (mu-X) but i have the base trim. Are you planning to do more upgrades in the future for your mu-X? I would love to watch how you do it. Cheers Mate!

[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Eugene! They are great 4wds! I have lots in store for the MU-X and its going to get fully decked out. I have quite a few videos im in the process of editing, so stay tuned 😊😊

[@69Olympus]

Great vid Nick, can you post the details of the OA specs. I have looked on the website and there are a few to choose from.. many thanks.

[@LowRangeNick]

I chose expedition hd coils and performance shocks and struts 😊

[@69Olympus]

@@LowRangeNick cheers for the reply. You have provided some great inspiration for DIY!

[@edstar81]

Great video mate

[@Oudeoud]

Hi mate, great video! Makes me consider installing my kit myself! :) I have been looking at the outback Armour for my ranger, how do you rate them after 1 year? any significant sag, squeaking or defects? I see below that you would get the adjustable shocks (which I would be getting). Anything else you would change ? Cheers!

[@LowRangeNick]

Hi there ! Other then wishing I got the adjustable shocks it has been good suspension. No sag in the suspension over a year. No meals or issues either.

[@marcdoromal5495]

love this kind of videos lifting cars

[@colincampbell5181]

Nick love the vids mate!!! quick question where can I get the torque specs when doing a lift like yours on my 2017 dmax like bottom strut bolt and rear shackles etc ? I would really appreciate any help cheers Colin

[@LowRangeNick]

For the torque specs I you would need something like autopedia or auto data which is a paid service. Or Google haha

[@jaspuckett9513]

Hey nick how did u do up the nuts on the rear shocks, was it the same as u undid them, turning the top of the shock, cheers Great video thanks

[@LowRangeNick]

You will need a small spanner or shifter to hold the top of the shock and then you tighten the nut. Can be fiddly.

[@rickcrane3943]

Great video buddy. How's the suspension holding up? Do you think you need upper control arm replacement?

[@LowRangeNick]

Going good! Not really needed. If i went higher maybe.

[@charlesgalea69]

Awesome video today thanks

[@anthonyquinn9399]

Hi Nick wondering if you plan to tow a off road hybrid caravan

[@prime0591]

Awesome vid nice shocks to like the orange good vid man👌🏻👌🏻

[@timevers6233]

Hello Nick. Thanks heaps for your videos. I'm looking to do a suspension upgrade on my MUX and am wondering if you're happy with the outback armour gear? I'm looking for a bit more clearnace but I'd also ideally like some suspension that reduces body roll around corners - is it stiff enough to do that? Cheers Tim

[@LowRangeNick]

Hi Tim, it's great suspension. I would recommend getting the adjustable suspension so you can soften it up offroad. It is very firm suspension.

[@timevers6233]

@@LowRangeNick thanks heaps

[@waynevassallo5414]

Hi Nick, great video! I have a 2019 Dmax with the OA Expedition 50mm lift fitted by my local 4WD shop. The front wheels now have excessive camber on them. OA said it shouldn’t be necessary to fit new upper control arms to correct it. Just wondering if there is a way of lowering the lift to correct the angle or should I expect the suspension to settle a little? Only had it done a few days ago. Also can you recommend an upper control arm?

[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Wayne! Give it a few weeks for the lift to settle. You will get a slight increase of camber when lifting the vehicle and with lifts around 50mm upper control arms aren't usually necessary. I havnt looked too far Into upper control arms.

[@waynevassallo5414]

Hi Nick, it’s been over 2 months since lifting my Dmax. The OA suspension is great. However, I’m now noticing that there seems to be a reduction in brake performance. Is it possible that the lift is putting more pressure on the front brakes? Is there a brake proportioning valve adjustment required?

[@LowRangeNick]

@@waynevassallo5414 In the D-max there may be a brake proportioning valve because it is running rear drum brakes I think.

[@robertdawson8763]

Gidday Nick. Great vid. How did the car handle after installing the Performance HD struts...without the bull bar on the M-UX? I've got the Colorado 7 so is essentially the same....I think. I will be getting a steel bar down the road but I didn't want the car to handle like crap in the meantime. Thanks in advance.

[@LowRangeNick]

It handled OK. It was a lot stiffer ride. After the bull bar and winch went on it softened the ride a bit and is a lot better now.

[@simonkirton8521]

Hey Nick, how tight do you tighten everything up to with the torque wrench? Also you wouldn’t know the size of the nut on the lower sway bar linkage and thread count on standard dmax? Do you reckon most service centres would have spares

[@LowRangeNick]

Hi Simon, the sway bar link bolts are 14mm from memory with a 5mm hex in the middle. As for how tight, do everything up really tight! You don't want it coming undone! I am not sure of the torque specs.

[@johncaffin3040]

Hey Nick. Great video mate! I'm going to give it a crack myself in a couple of weeks on my 2015 MUX. Just a quick question...what is the maximum size tyre I can legally put on my MUX here in Qld once I have fitted my lift? I currently have the standard 255/65r17 on the old girl. Cheers, JC

[@LowRangeNick]

I think 50mm is the max lift

[@johncaffin3040]

@@LowRangeNick thanks, yes i know I can only have 50mm lift, it is the size tyres I can put on as well. I am struggling to find the max tyre size I can fit. I remember you mentioning it on one of your vids but I cannot recall which one😭

[@LowRangeNick]

@@johncaffin3040 Ahh ok, you can legally fit 265/70r17 tyres to the mu-x.

[@johncaffin3040]

@@LowRangeNick hey Nick, thanks so much for that. I was struggling to find proper info. Keep up the vids, I am learning so much and enjoy them immensely! Thanks again, JC

[@jaksha86ingerson]

Hey mate just got my Ironman suspension fitted they are saying that my left-hand side is -2 they’re saying I may need upper control arms I did get with the tyres an extra 80 mil lift do you think this is true or are they just trying to make an extra sale

[@justforfun5359]

Hi Nick... Thanks for your demonstration video. I've got the brand new stock suspension set of Mux 2019. Are they exactly the same as Mux2017 model ? Is it necessary to have front wheel alignment after front suspension replacement? Thanks you in advance.

[@LowRangeNick]

They will be the same suspension setup. It is a good idea to carry out a wheel alignment after replacing the suspension.

[@chicbarn]

Hey mate looking at getting OA upgrade. Where do you work? Chasing some quotes. Cheers.

[@LowRangeNick]

Awesome! There a great bit of gear. I work at Coolum Motors on the Sunshine Coast, QLD.

[@colintranter5162]

Hey Nick. Not 100% sure, but is the D'max front end the same as the MUX? Thanks for the video very informative...

[@LowRangeNick]

Hi Colin! Yep its the exact same i believe! 😊

[@clivecamangon7998]

Right. So get someone to do it. Got it.

[@melfredpretorius7643]

Hey @Lowrangenick do you have measurements for the center of the hub to the wheel arch?

[@spartanptbungendore8627]

Hey Nick, any reason you didn't go for the adjustable bypass shock bud? Cheers mate.

[@LowRangeNick]

The performance struts and shocks are a much larger diameter than the adjustables so a bit stronger and can deal with extra heat over long periods of time a little better. The adjustables are great for somebody who is constantly adjusting the weight of there load like a ute etc. But you do have to roll under the 4wd and turn the knobs to adjust them. Sometimes once the knobs get sand and dirt etc behind them they can seize up and become hard to adjust. I guess the performance are a basic shock that is going to give you great "performance" over all terrains with no issues 😊👍

[@MH-ls1xi]

Its been over a year are you happy with the outback armor gear

[@LowRangeNick]

Sure am! Great gear. Only change I would make is getting the adjustable shocks and struts 👍

[@jaymielarsen9237]

Hey nick, how much did you get out of the front after the install? What size tyres are you running ? Also how long did the install take as I’m looking at doing my own on my Holden trailblazer

[@LowRangeNick]

It lifted the mu-x 50mm. Im now running 265/70r17 tyres 😊 Allow about 4 hours if its your first time 😊

[@jaymielarsen9237]

LowRangeNick would you think about going to 275-70-17? I’ve just put them on mine and hoping the lift will sort the scrubbing out .

[@LowRangeNick]

@@jaymielarsen9237 I will definitely go 275's once my current tyres wear out :) Lift will help alot!

[@jaymielarsen9237]

Will you put a 25mm spacer in the front ?

[@LowRangeNick]

@@jaymielarsen9237 probably not

[@scootermechanic8419]

How have the outback armour suspension held up over the past 2 years? Would you stay with tough dog or try another mob next time?

[@LowRangeNick]

The outback armour suspension has been good.

[@stephengillum3269]

Hey mate. Any tips on getting the left rear shock out?

[@LowRangeNick]

Put a spanner on the top bolt and grab the upper metal shock cover and twist the cover. You should be able to compress the shock by hand and pull it out.

[@stephengillum3269]

@@LowRangeNick tried to compress all the way, and pull it out but the bloody thing gets stuck against the calliper.

[@stephengillum3269]

@@LowRangeNick I just realised what I'm doing wrong. Haha. Cheers bud.

[@LowRangeNick]

@@stephengillum3269 Awesome! Glad you got it sorted 🙂

[@marccatamio]

How's the stock upper control arm doing? Here in the Philippines we change to an aftermarket one after lifting

[@LowRangeNick]

Going fine. It's only a 50mm lift so not really necessary. It would help straighten the camber of the wheel up slightly though.

[@marccatamio]

@@LowRangeNick Thanks man, What's the size of your tire btw?

[@LowRangeNick]

@@marccatamio the standard tyres are 255/60r18, i have fitted 265/70r17 mud tyres to different rims now.

[@PeeexFishing]

Any recommendations for getting a softer ride on MUX. We do tow a caravan 1700 kilos loaded every now and then and having come from a Sante Fe we find the ride quite harsh towing and not towing particularly on rural roads. Highway is smooth. Looking for a softer ride in Mux but still able to tow. What do you advise please ?

[@LowRangeNick]

Hi there, it would be a good idea to fit softer springs in the vehicle and use airbags In the back of the rear springs to assist with the load. When unloaded you can release most of the pressure from the air bags and have a softer ride also.

[@PeeexFishing]

@@LowRangeNick Thankyou Nick very helpful

[@christospanagiotou7072]

Hi nick Is this suspension soft or hard??

[@LowRangeNick]

It is firm. I would recommend the adjustable shocks to soften the ride.

[@nathsouth8]

With the outback armour what rear did you buy.. expedition or trail?. What front did you get trail, expedition, HD? Did you get the bypass version?

[@LowRangeNick]

I got the expedition hd. 150kg constant rear and 100kg constant front.

[@blackers10]

I got the adjustable front and rear shocks. Had them in for a few weeks now. Very happy with their performance. I am installing the 150kg springs soon as I already had an OME lift and wasn’t sure how the springs would go. I would definitely buy the Outback Armour gear again

[@colincampbell5181]

I’ll have to google harder then😂 thanks

[@Razza2250]

Hey Nick, did you have any dramas getting your front end alignment in spec? Was it close to the camber adjustment limit?

[@LowRangeNick]

The castor was a little out but I could get it all pretty close to spec.

[@Razza2250]

@@LowRangeNick yeh sweet. How's tyre wear been?

[@LowRangeNick]

@@Razza2250 Its been OK

[@Razza2250]

@@LowRangeNick awesome. I'm keen on the OA kit with the adjustable dampers but it's been playing on my mind about whether I'll need to put in superpro UCAs and/or diff drop

[@kevirish37]

Hi Nick, what was the approximate cost to do this?

[@LowRangeNick]

The suspension kit is worth about $1540 retail. If you want it installed a few hours labour on top of that so would be under 2k installed. 😊

[@darcywaud1239]

Hey may mate did u need to do a diff drop

[@davidhape901]

Hey Nick my mux failed the certification in nz I have hd coils in the front and need abit over 10ml drupe. I have ironman 2 inch lift with bull bar no winch.. what do I need to do to get more drupe?

[@LowRangeNick]

Sometimes the struts will have a thread or spacer rings on them to raise or lower the vehicle. If it doesn't have any adjustment you will need to get some softer coils to allow it to settle down further probably.

[@davidhape901]

@@LowRangeNick cheers mate thank you

[@anthonyquinn9399]

Are the front shocks lift kit adjustable please

[@adambtfiddy9]

Hey mate just getting this kit installed on Monday. Apparently it is a 1.5 inch lift according to the web site did you get anything different to get to 50mm

[@LowRangeNick]

I just put 20mm worth of spacers in the struts to achieve the 50mm lift. Now with the bullbar and winch and the 20mm spacers it sits at a 50mm lift.

[@adambtfiddy9]

LowRangeNick thanks mare copied that today.

[@owenroberts6657]

Hi Nick, im a qualified mechanical tradesman and I want to service my new mux as isuzu are a bunch of clowns. Any idea how this affects warranty? Cheers

[@LowRangeNick]

I wouldn't see an issue if you stamp the books with your workshop stamp.

[@jaymielarsen9237]

Hey nick , how did you tighten the top bolt on the rear shock? The shaft keeps spinning

[@LowRangeNick]

Its a bit of a pain! You need a small spanner to go on the flat section ontop of the shaft. Then tighten the nut. 😊

[@jaymielarsen9237]

LowRangeNick yeah ended up getting it, to right it was a pain. Thanks mate , look forward to more videos .

[@ebail4445]

Awesome detailed video bro nick. Please let me to subscribe your channel. Could you tell why the reason you choose mu-x than others like fortuner, everest etc. Thanks a lot mate.

[@LowRangeNick]

Thanks Eric! I chose the MU-X due to its reliabilty and price mainly, i also really liked the look of it and how it drove 😊

[@ebail4445]

LowRangeNick thanks a lot mate.

[@jaksha86ingerson]

Hey mate I Looked at outback armour lift kit today the most they can offer me for my MUX is 35 mil so I contacted iron man They said they can give me a 50 mil lift with adjustable upper control arms what’s your thoughts PS you should start up a Facebook page if you don’t already have one

[@LowRangeNick]

I have the outback armour lift and just used the supplied spacers to achieve 50mm lift. I'd recommend whatever you get, get adjustable shocks so you cab soften the ride.

[@aussieboomer-theturtoncrew6996]

Good inspirational vid, I might try myself to upgrade. I notice nothing was torqued, presumably ok and did you tighten rear shocks top nut the same way you removed the original one? Oh, one more question. How can I best (with confidence) determine what shocks/springs I need for my purpose? Cheers and Happy Australia Day.. 🇦🇺

[@LowRangeNick]

After being a mechanic for over 6 years you get used to the torque settings and know how tight nuts and bolts should be. If you are unsure a torque wrench should be used. It is definately worth the effort of doing it yourself. You should sit down and think about all the accessories you are going to add to your vehicle. If you are going to tow or not tow and come to a rough weight you will end up carrying on the front/rear of the vehicle. Then check with the suspension manufactures what suspension they would recommend for the weight you plan on carrying. I hope that helps 😊😊😊👍👍👍

[@prime0591]

LowRangeNick u should just go by the feel of how tight it should be really 👌🏻

[@urabus7875]

nice

[@jeromesr.decasa970]

Is it okay if i only change wheels and tire to 17 rims 265/70 tire, not lifting mux?

[@LowRangeNick]

It should be ok

[@Theshoulderguy]

Hi Nick, love your channel mate. Why Outback Armour suspension kit and not EFS or Dobinsons etc?

[@LowRangeNick]

I have run efs and dobinson in other 4wds and they were great but wanted to try something new. We also fit Outback Armour to alot of 4wds at work and everybody is really happy with them. So decided to give them a go and really happy with them so far. 😊👍

[@Theshoulderguy]

Thanks Nick

[@jamesmay3863]

theshoulderguy efs and dobinsons suck, kings off road racing shocks from the USA 👌🤙 Keep for every pretty much, serviceable, can change top and bottom to suit different 4x4s.

[@Theshoulderguy]

James May pricey though hey?

[@Theshoulderguy]

I stand corrected... price of kings lift kit quite reasonable for 100 series

[@T1000.Android]

Nick, mate, put the car stand in before you take the wheel off next time please.

[@T1000.Android]

And Excellent video! Great lighting and angles.

[@anthonywhitney634]

Thanks for this video, gives me confidence to do my own MUX. Did you consider putting in a Diff drop kit too? Apparently it reduces the chances of breaking a CV.

[@LowRangeNick]

Thats great! I did consider it but with only 50mm lift its not necessary as the cv angle isnt bad at all 😊👍

[@CRN8091]

Hey mate, have you done anything else to your front suspension?.eg UCA, ball joint spacers, diff drop?.I have recently had a 2inch lift to my DMAX + a diff drop.im finding it vibrates through the steering wheel abit around 100kms/h. Any thoughts?.cheers.

[@LowRangeNick]

Only lift kit at this stage. Did you fit aftermarket rims and tyres at the same time? Could be a wheel balance thing? I have a vibration from my rims and tyres at around 110kmhr

[@CRN8091]

LowRangeNick, no I’m still running the same as before.I had no issues before.They might need rebalancing?.Do you get wear on the front tires from excessive camber?.

[@LowRangeNick]

@@CRN8091 ahh ok may be wheel alignment or wheel balance then. The front tyres to feather on the outer edges so it is good to rotate them every 10,000km

[@CRN8091]

LowRangeNick thanks 🤙

[@peterbootsma4414]

did u add the bump stops in aswell

[@peterbootsma4414]

And did u use the XHD springs for the rear?

[@shaynenb4262]

how much GVM (total payload) did you gain with these suspensions?

[@LowRangeNick]

None, unless you go and get it certified. They can do 10% increase in QLD only I believe.

[@s4060]

Take the upper control arm bolts out. The big 19mm ones. Not the allow ones, 40% of people will strip those (steel into alloy).

[@Mountainswildoutdoors]

Hi Nick, just wondering what your hub to guard measurement is with this set up now you have your bar and winch fitted? I have noticed the option of fitting a spacer ring to the OA coilovers to give you a desired ride height. Great Vid!

[@LowRangeNick]

Hey Daniel! 790mm front and 810mm rear. That is bottom lip of 17" rim to guard. Mine has 20mm worth of spacers in the front to accommodate for the bullbar. Cheers! :)

[@Mountainswildoutdoors]

@@LowRangeNick does it reduce your down travel with 20mm spacers on them?

[@LowRangeNick]

@@Mountainswildoutdoors It would only reduce the down travel if you had the 20mm spacers in and no bullbar/winch. With the winch and bullbar it causes the coils to sit lower so there is no loss in down travel. It is only lifting the coil seat and not limiting the strut. This is how the struts have been designed for people who run a winch and bullbar to be able to fit the spacers so that the 50mm lift is still gained.

[@Mountainswildoutdoors]

@@LowRangeNick ok cool. Hows the ride? Im looking at this set up as I currently run Dobinsons mrr and they are really HORRIBLE, rough and harsh. I have had 2 steering rack failures and Im pretty sure the suspension has caused the failures from being so stiff.

[@LowRangeNick]

@@Mountainswildoutdoors Its handles and rides great! Just make sure you get the correct load rated coils. If you have a bullbar and winch get the hd coils but if you don't then get the standard coils. Also if you are concerned about comfort outback armour also make a fully adjustable strut so you can soften or stiffen up the shocks depending on how you like the vehicle to ride. 😊

[@clivecamangon7998]

Hey mate, is this 35mm or 50mm lift?

[@LowRangeNick]

It is normally 35mm but with adding the extra spacers into the struts I achieved 50mm of lift at all corners.

[@clivecamangon7998]

@@LowRangeNick is that something you pay extra for?

[@LowRangeNick]

@@clivecamangon7998 You just have to ask when you are getting them sent to you to put 20mm worth of spacers into the struts. The spacers come with the struts from outback armour.

[@clivecamangon7998]

@@LowRangeNick i hope you're on the CLUB MUX page on facebook mate

[@LowRangeNick]

@@clivecamangon7998 Yep im on there 😊

[@comitnycrym]

did you go for adjustable or not?

[@LowRangeNick]

Just performance. I would recommend the adjustable though because it would be nice to be able to soften the ride offroad.

[@comitnycrym]

@@LowRangeNick did you also put a front diff drop?

[@LowRangeNick]

@@comitnycrym Yep, because I raised mine more then 50mm

[@sadvikich]

Can you tell me an articles of these spare parts on 0:01?

[@gregstuart2306]

Hi Nick love the channel and the simple calm manner you use to explain how to do things. I was looking at a video review of mux by a magazine (kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKa5fGiff7WtoaM) and noticed at 3:38 that part of the suspension is hitting the spare tyre when going over bumps. Have you noticed this on yours? Would the lift make a difference? Are you able to pull out your spare and see if there is any wear? Again, love your channel. Thanks Greg

[@LowRangeNick]

It doesnt hit anywhere? The panhard rod clears the spare tyre even with a bigger tyre in the spare spot.

[@R2DTUBE1]

Pity we didnt get to see a before and after pic of ride height change.

[@LowRangeNick]

By the time i finished it, it was night time so wasnt too good for video haha but it raised it 50mm 😊

[@R2DTUBE1]

@@LowRangeNick Fair enough. Just would have given the video so much more value to just show it the next day. Just some constructive criticism 👍. Keep up the good work with the channel and the Isuzu 👍

[@LowRangeNick]

@@R2DTUBE1 thanks alot 😊

[@JaydenHearne]

Would this be similar on a toyota Hilux?

[@LowRangeNick]

It is similar but not the same. 👍

[@stevendilnott4399]

thanks, but your sound is not the best

[@glitchedenemy3806]

🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️ wheel off the car before placing a jack stand under it...

[@ShinzouWoSateSateSate]

Maybe in real time, that job should take only 1 hour or less

[@LowRangeNick]

If you had a hoist and air tools you could do it in 2 hours easily 👍 When I said at the end it took 3 hours or so, that is with filming etc so it is a pretty generous time frame. If its your first time it will usually take you alot longer 😊

[@kman6482]

JGamer 350777747 You won’t be doing mine if that’s the case.

[@kman6482]

LowRangeNick Great job mate,ignore silly comments like an hours install,

[@LowRangeNick]

@@kman6482 Cheers Kevin 😁

[@ShinzouWoSateSateSate]

@@LowRangeNick sorry for late reply but thanks

[@Outbackbogan]

You should have not tightened the shocks completely while the car is raised,, weight should be full then shocks tightened up.. any smart mechanic would know this . bushes be worn n busted out bfr you know it !!!

[@LowRangeNick]

You must have had a blind fold and ear muffs on while watching the video bud if you think i didnt tighten the bolts at ride height. I say about 5 times make sure you tighten the bolts at ride height and then jack the suspension up to ride height and tighten all the bolts. Maybe if you watched the whole video and listened to what i said properly you wouldnt need to leave stupid comments. Cheers Buddy 😂😂😂