front end lift

[bhtaco21]

I'm aware of one solution for ride height clearance on the front end, Ramlift Pro, but has anyone else used a different solution? just wondering if there is an alternative to the $1,900 solution.

Thanks
Butch

[beeman]

One thing that I am considering (in addition to a different splitter for the track) is to keep the suspension where it is and create a subframe for the front bodywork. Obviously this would not affect your chassis, but the typical concern is going to be the front fascia/splitter. This would be easy to raise/lower with actuators for going over speed bumps, etc, without screwing with the suspension. You could have a 'Street height' and 'Track height' setting. Only thing to figure out would be a flexible ducting between the fascia and radiator, although a lot of build I see don't even duct the radiator (I definitely will).
What do you think of my idea?

[carbon fiber]

There have been two I know of that developed different lift mechanisms. JCHracer (here)776927769377697 & Mikespms (FFCars)7769477695. JCHRacer fabbed up a pivot system with an air setup to lift the front end. LOTS OF MODIFICATION with this setup, he even built tubular control arms and re-designed the front upper control arm mounts. Mikespms made a deal that bolts on the car and you mount the top of the shock to it. It slides up and down in fabbed brackets with air power. Works, but IMO looks like A$$ when you lift the hood, and it wasn't cheap either. The Ramlift is proven, reliable, and you almost don't see it at all. It's not cheap but well worth it to me.7769177696

[carbon fiber]

One thing that I am considering (in addition to a different splitter for the track) is to keep the suspension where it is and create a subframe for the front bodywork.
What do you think of my idea?
I thought about that as well but after looking at the work and complexity involved the Ramlift started looking like more and more of a bargain. Plus, no one can ever take a pic of my car with it's "nose broken" when I'm pulling in somewhere. It would probably look goofy and I can hear someone, somewhere saying "Why didn't he just buy the Ramlift?, Hey dude you know they make a lift kit for that."

[beeman]

Just went to the ramlift site, it does look like a pretty simple option. Do they only recommend driving at the lowered height?

[RumRunner]

Probably doesn't matter because I don't think MikesPMS makes the parts anymore, but his lift system operates flawlessly. Gives me about 2.5" of lift up front. FWIW, his F and R sway bar mounts and seatbelt tensioner mounts (so they work properly) are similarly well thought out.

If I recall correctly, Stig had to make significant modifications to his RamLift Pro to get it to work in the GTM. Still, may be the only choice out there now.

-Michael

[carbon fiber]

If I recall correctly, Stig had to make significant modifications to his RamLift Pro to get it to work in the GTM. Still, may be the only choice out there now.

-Michael
The collars needed to be machined 1/16" to clear the stock Konis, they did it for him.

[The Stig]

The collars needed to be machined 1/16" to clear the stock Konis, they did it for him.

The collars for my lifts did have to be machined in order to fit over my Koni shocks. However, if you have a pair of calipers and can get an accurate measurement of your shock diameter, Simon will machine them for you when you place your order. I replaced my Koni shocks with a set of Genesis race shocks, and they fit fine as well.

www.ramliftpro.com Simon Hameka

Hope this helps.

Mike

[Perkster029]

This seems like a no-brainer to add to my GTM. I know I've got a steep driveway, and my office has speedbumps.

Stig - how has it worked out? Would you recommend it to others?

[Funnyboneman]

May also want to consider the iLIFT system developed by Chris Wilson at Science of Speed, Chandler, AZ. This is an NSX / S2000 shop that I have used for many years for mechanical work on my
NSX's. Chris contacted me a few months ago to see if he could measure my GTM for an iLIFT application. This is a new product which I am just learning about, but I can tell you that I have been very happy with the parts that I have purchased from SOS, including an SOS clutch & SOS Coil-overs.

I would appreciate any feedback that would help me determine the most reliable, simple and cost effective solution for the long nose and low profile of the GTM.

Thanks,
Mark

[VD2021]

There have been two I know of that developed different lift mechanisms. JCHracer (here)776927769377697 & Mikespms (FFCars)7769477695. JCHRacer fabbed up a pivot system with an air setup to lift the front end. LOTS OF MODIFICATION with this setup, he even built tubular control arms and re-designed the front upper control arm mounts. Mikespms made a deal that bolts on the car and you mount the top of the shock to it. It slides up and down in fabbed brackets with air power. Works, but IMO looks like A$$ when you lift the hood, and it wasn't cheap either. The Ramlift is proven, reliable, and you almost don't see it at all. It's not cheap but well worth it to me.7769177696

you must drive your GTM with the hood up so people can see the top of the coilovers.