d8usti5n Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 So I picked up a used SJR lift kit the other day, I was told its a 3 inch lift kit that's supposed to fit my BRAT. I have a 1980 1st gen BRAT, not sure if that makes any difference for the lift. I emailed the maker of the lift for further specifics ( I understand he's been a member here for a while)So my reason for the post, is I was wanting input from anyone that's installed these before. This will be my first time installing a lift ( and I likely wont get around to installing it until next spring) So any help just letting me know what I'm in for, or things I need to beware of before installing this would be much helpful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prwa101 Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Hate it kill your dream... But that's a ea81 lift kit not a ea71... First gen brats are build different and require more spisific blocks.. SJR hasn't build a lift kit for one as far as I know. Thats a second gen brat lift kit for sure.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d8usti5n Posted October 22, 2014 Author Share Posted October 22, 2014 (edited) ???? Hate it kill your dream... But that's a ea81 lift kit not a ea71... First gen brats are build different and require more spisific blocks.. SJR hasn't build a lift kit for one as far as I know. Thats a second gen brat lift kit for sure.. Edited October 22, 2014 by d8usti5n Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d8usti5n Posted October 22, 2014 Author Share Posted October 22, 2014 (edited) Well i guess ill wait to hear back from sjr. Guess ill be selling it if it doesnt fit my Brat ???? Edited October 22, 2014 by d8usti5n Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prwa101 Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Its to bad your so far up there or id say bring it to me and id build you a custom lift for it.. Im working on getting one from a freind so i can build them for people like your self.. Hope you didnt pay much for the kit... http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/topic/148582-anderson-design-fabrication/ Patrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott in Bellingham Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 I do sell the EA71 kit for the 1st gens its just not posted at my store 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d8usti5n Posted October 22, 2014 Author Share Posted October 22, 2014 Well scott informed me that i have a 4inch ea81 lift, missing bolts. So i guess ill be selling this now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooner Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Hey, i have a 1980 Brat too i'm beginning work on and i've been thinking about a 4" lift for it. Patrick or Scott do either of you guys make a 4" first gen lift? Also d8 show me a pic of your car i'd like to see it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d8usti5n Posted October 23, 2014 Author Share Posted October 23, 2014 (edited) You'll have to let me know if you start building first gen brat lifts. Its to bad your so far up there or id say bring it to me and id build you a custom lift for it.. Im working on getting one from a freind so i can build them for people like your self.. Hope you didnt pay much for the kit... http://www.ultimatesubaru.org/forum/topic/148582-anderson-design-fabrication/ Patrick Edited October 23, 2014 by d8usti5n 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prwa101 Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Absolutely! Will do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d8usti5n Posted October 23, 2014 Author Share Posted October 23, 2014 (edited) Hey, i have a 1980 Brat too i'm beginning work on and i've been thinking about a 4" lift for it. Patrick or Scott do either of you guys make a 4" first gen lift? Also d8 show me a pic of your car i'd like to see it! Its still got a ways to go. ready to get the dumb Chevy 4x4 stickers off there. planning on painting it a darker shade of blue, have a roll bar and push bar that I'm going to put on it, and plan on doing the bed with bed liner, also have the jump seats to put it inn. but yeah! its my fun on wheels :-D Edited October 23, 2014 by d8usti5n Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooner Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Lookin good! Just tonight i was able to have a friend help me push my relic into the garage. It sat for 14 years behind a ladies house untouched and i saved it. She said the car crusher people were going to give her $150 for it so i said i'll give you $300 and 5 months later brought it home. I have a new thread in members rides labeled "rescued" where i will document alot of my work. Can't wait till mine drives the streets again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bertmann73 Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 nice soob collection Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooner Posted October 23, 2014 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Ha thanks Bertman! I didn't even notice when i put it up that all three of my soobs are in there, my 92' Loyale, the fancy pants 13' Outback Limited, and my little BRAT. It's a love affair! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d8usti5n Posted October 23, 2014 Author Share Posted October 23, 2014 Lookin good! Just tonight i was able to have a friend help me push my relic into the garage. It sat for 14 years behind a ladies house untouched and i saved it. She said the car crusher people were going to give her $150 for it so i said i'll give you $300 and 5 months later brought it home. I have a new thread in members rides labeled "rescued" where i will document alot of my work. Can't wait till mine drives the streets again! . Thats a heck of a deal, looks pretty good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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