bendecker Posted August 5, 2011 Share Posted August 5, 2011 Pictures, please! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talldude Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Here's a pic of the steering universal, and the truck, finally on all 4 wheels. Plenty of ground clearance for the huge snow we get here, plus the LSD in back should help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonvo Posted August 29, 2011 Share Posted August 29, 2011 sorry for sounding stupid but will this lift work with my 78 wagon? from what i can tell the drivetrain and suspention is dang near identical Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talldude Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I've never owned a wagon, but a BRAT is basically a sawed off wagon with the same mechanicals. Everything should fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Idaho_Dirtball Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 just throwing this in the thread so someone doesnt make the same mistake I did, I have a 78 brat and the monroe shocks that were in this thread will not work on it because the lower portion is different. I am on my third set of shocks trying to find something to work. Once I actually find some the lift is complete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danrenfroe2016 Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 just throwing this in the thread so someone doesnt make the same mistake I did, I have a 78 brat and the monroe shocks that were in this thread will not work on it because the lower portion is different. I am on my third set of shocks trying to find something to work. Once I actually find some the lift is complete. With the monroe shocks u have to cut out all the rubber. And it will work. Tell me if u need pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Idaho_Dirtball Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 cut out the rubber in the bottom attachment? the part with the wings? I seen the pics of the upper mount you made but not the bottom if you did anything there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danrenfroe2016 Posted January 10, 2012 Share Posted January 10, 2012 cut out the rubber in the bottom attachment? the part with the wings? I seen the pics of the upper mount you made but not the bottom if you did anything there Yes, get the bar and all the rubber out. It will mount on stock bottom shock location with the rubber and nuts from the old shock. The load levelers work great for towing as it doesn't let the rear end come down to far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Idaho_Dirtball Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 okay I will try that, unfortunately I damaged a pair of $80 shocks trying to make them fit, and they didn't and now I can't return them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danrenfroe2016 Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 okay I will try that, unfortunately I damaged a pair of $80 shocks trying to make them fit, and they didn't and now I can't return them. I think u will like the load leveler shock. One note however is that u will have to create a new top bracket like I did as the shock wont reach the stock location up top. I have a drawing to give to a fab shop if u need it. Also what I did to get the shock in the correct position ( travel length wise) it to let suspension hang (top of shock disconnected ), then jack up suspension about 1/4" or so and install the top mount for the shock. This should be( if all my math was correct) the correct position for the travel length of the Monroe shock I used. And the shock will bottom out before the torsion bar on either side is over stressed. Tell me if u want some more pics or need dimensions or anything. Oh and post some pics of your rig... want to see it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ratbrat Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Are these kits still avail? Are they pretty much just a straight forward swap in? Thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talldude Posted April 14, 2012 Share Posted April 14, 2012 (edited) Just a note regarding the steering universal for the 4 inch lift- I had previously stated that the Impreza universal worked. Well, it does, until you install the rubber damper (the 4 hole rubber disc between the steering rack input and the bottom of the shaft), then it binds up. Have to find another fix, or just not use the damper. Anyone know what fits? Edited April 15, 2012 by talldude reword Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talldude Posted April 16, 2012 Share Posted April 16, 2012 This may be obvious, but I just realized a double universal joint won't work with a flexible rubber damper- too much monkey motion. I'll just plan to lengthen the steering rod and use the original single universal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Idaho_Dirtball Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I ran into the same problem but have not fixed it yet. for now I have a clunk when I turn from the double knuckle turning over Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
79ratbrat Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 hey i just joined usmb but ive followed the site for a while for all my subies and my buddys but i was wondering if anyone had the measurments for the 4 inch lift for the all the blocks and everthing you need so i can fab it up and also i was wondering if anybody had some good looking wheels and tires for sale for the 4 lug?. thanks:banana: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
79ratbrat Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 lol sorry i forgot to mention its for a 79 brat picked it up for 600 smackers hehe:grin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talldude Posted May 20, 2012 Share Posted May 20, 2012 I finally broke out the calipers and tape measure to figure out once and for all what rear shock to use with the 4 inch body lift. I plan to lug some heavy stuff from time to time and am looking for a coilover to help the torsion bars a bit. So far the best option I have found is Monroe sensa-trac load adjusting shocks, the kind with the spring on the outside (like a coilover) that is designed for light trucks. Model 58568 measures 12.375" compressed to 19.875" extended (7.5" travel) with variable rate springs. Top and bottom mounts are compatible with the BRAT, according to the chart. I'll be ordering a pair tonight and will report back. On a different note, has anyone found manufactured brake hoses that will bolt in to the 4" lift? I may just have mine made locally if not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
talldude Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 The shocks fit- direct bolt on. The rubber bumpers and brackets must be cut off due to the angle of the shock and the trailing arms relieved a bit where the base of the shock sits. No idea how it will ride; should have this thing on the road in about 2 months or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isisagentduchess Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 (edited) any chance your still selling these Edited June 25, 2014 by isisagentduchess Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooner Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 I am reviving this thread because i love the lift kit you originally made and i too was wondering if the gen 1 brat lift kits are still being made/sold? Thanks much! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbosubarubrat Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 I am reviving this thread because i love the lift kit you originally made and i too was wondering if the gen 1 brat lift kits are still being made/sold? Thanks much! Bill doesn't make lift kits anymore and he hasn't been on in awhile. You see a few used kits every now and then on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooner Posted November 7, 2014 Share Posted November 7, 2014 Well that's just a shame, any idea who is making a decent 4" brat Gen 1 lift kit these days turbo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbosubarubrat Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 (edited) Well that's just a shame, any idea who is making a decent 4" brat Gen 1 lift kit these days turbo? Just a few guys are i know sjr does in Bellingham Washington, so does Goyale in Corvallis Oregon, i think sube101 does too in Saint Helens Oregon, Prwa101 in Sandy Oregon is planning on making some soon too. Edited November 10, 2014 by turbosubarubrat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooner Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Good to know, all of them fellas are regulars here and are pretty helpful. I'm thinking of doing a 4" lift and same wheels and tires that are on my lifted loyale. 27x8.50R14s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G14 James Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 sjrlift.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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