Raptor 4x4
Reference: RAP-09143ASET
Lift Kits
Suspension Lift Kit +40 mm Suzuki Vitara - Raptor 4x4 Springs and Shocks
A complete +40 mm lift for the 1989-1998 Suzuki Vitara: four standard rate springs and four Raptor 4x4 Silver Series shock absorbers rated for lifts between 40 and 70 mm. The kit is built as a compromise between off-road capability and stable on-road behaviour.
Suspension Lift Kit +40 mm Suzuki Vitara - Raptor 4x4 (RAP-09143ASET)
The classic mistake when lifting a 4x4 is fitting springs alone and leaving stock shock absorbers that no longer work inside their designed travel. This kit removes the problem: springs and shocks are matched to the same ride height.
Four +40 mm standard rate springs plus four Raptor 4x4 Silver Series shock absorbers rated for lifts from 40 to 70 mm. The distributor describes the package as a compromise - the car should gain off road while still behaving predictably on tarmac.
Vehicle Suzuki Vitara 1989-1998 | Lift +40 mm | Contents 4 springs + 4 shocks | Spring rate standard |
Key benefits
- More ground clearance and better off-road behaviour without sourcing parts piece by piece.
- Room for larger tyres - the usual reason for lifting a vehicle in this class.
- Silver Series shocks matched to the 40-70 mm lift range, so they operate within their intended travel rather than at the ends of it.
- Standard rate springs keep ride comfort high, without the stiffness of heavy duty units.
- Black powder coated springs.
- Stable on-road behaviour is stated by the distributor as an explicit goal of this combination.
What is in the kit
- 4 x lift spring +40 mm, standard rate, black powder coated
- 4 x Raptor 4x4 Silver Series shock absorber for lifts of +40 to +70 mm
Technical data
- Brand: Raptor 4x4 (Saglietti S.r.l., Italy)
- Application: Suzuki Vitara, 1989-1998
- Lift height: +40 mm
- Springs: 4 pcs, standard rate, black powder coat
- Shock absorbers: 4 pcs, Raptor 4x4 Silver Series, lift range +40 to +70 mm
- Manufacturer note: intended for vehicles without heavy additional loads
This is for the Vitara owner who wants to settle the suspension question in a single purchase: springs, shocks, one height, one manufacturer. It is deliberately not an expedition build - the distributor points out it is intended for vehicles without heavy additional loads, so a permanently loaded truck is better served by reinforced components.
Fitting notes
- The +40 mm springs need no modification to the control arms or front axle.
- Book a front axle alignment check after installation.
- Replacing springs and shocks on both axles is workshop work - Szekla4x4.pl is also an off-road workshop, so fitting can be arranged with the purchase.
Why buy this kit
- Springs and shocks matched to the same height, with no guesswork about compatibility.
- Standard spring rate: lift without giving up comfort, which matters on a car also used daily.
- One item instead of eight separate purchases.
If you want a complete, coherent Vitara lift rather than a build assembled from single parts, this kit covers it in one go.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is included?
Four +40 mm standard rate springs, black powder coated, plus four Raptor 4x4 Silver Series shock absorbers rated for lifts of +40 to +70 mm.
Is this enough to lift the car or do I need extra parts?
The kit covers springs and shocks for both axles. The +40 mm springs require no modification to the control arms or front axle.
Is the kit suitable for a heavily loaded expedition build?
The distributor recommends it for vehicles without heavy additional loads. For a permanently loaded truck, reinforced components such as the RAP-09143S rear HD springs are a better direction.
Will the ride get harsh after the lift?
The springs are standard rate, and the distributor lists high ride comfort as one of the characteristics of this kit.
Which model year Vitara does it fit?
The 1989-1998 generation.
