Lifting the Saveiro Suspension to install the MUD tire – 1st BF///MS Truck's Fan

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Here you will follow the adaptation of the suspension of a Saveiro to the tire installation larger off-road events held at the 1st BF///MS Truck's Fan. The adventure enthusiast finds perfection in the MUD tire, ideal for exploring muddy terrain and providing superior traction. It stands out due to its deep and well-spaced grooves, providing exceptional performance.

This modification was performed by our long-time partners at BF///MS for the 1st BF///MS Truck's Fan. Strike Brasil supported this project by offering the suspension lift kit and remap with quality and DNA Strike Brasil. 

Our long-time partners, BF///MS, carried out this modification for the 1st BF///MS Truck's Fan, with our support, where we supplied the suspension lift kit and the remap with DNA Strike Brasil.

Next, we will show you all the details of how the installation of the Suspension Kito and the necessary adaptations to include the MUD Tire.

Installation of the MUD Tire after changing the suspension with the suspension lift kit Strike Brasil

Suspension Lift Kit Strike Brasil

To raise the height of the pickup, the only modification required at the front is to change the shock absorber. We opted for the shock absorber Strike Brasil, which is already prepared with an additional lift of approximately 5 centimeters.

X-RAY: Location of the parts present in the Saveiro da Suspension Kit Strike Brasil

At the rear, it is not necessary to replace the shock absorber, as the height difference is not significant. In this case, the height is adjusted using the spring, which can remain in the original configuration. Just add a 100% machined steel shim developed by Strike Brasil. This solution offers safe and efficient lifting to achieve the desired result.

Watch the video and see the entire process of adapting the Saveiro suspension to install MUD tires. You will be amazed at the transformation and performance this modification will provide

Adaptation for installing mud tires

By raising the Saveiro's suspension, it is possible to install 205/60 Aro 15 MUD tires, an ideal choice for off-road vehicles. MUD tires, whose name in English means “clay”, are widely used on pickup trucks and cars that frequently face dirt roads.

These tires are specially designed to offer excellent traction and performance on rough terrain, providing greater safety and ability to handle adverse conditions.

To achieve the objective of increasing the size of the pickup, we recommend installing the Suspension Lift Kit 2″ (5cm) STK Volkswagen Saveiro. Below, we present the items included in our Suspension Lift Kit installed at Saveiro:

  • 2x Front shock absorbers with height change
  • 2x Machined aluminum rear shims

Gifts:

  • 1x Sticker Strike Brasil
  • 1x Document holder Strike Brasil with important information

However, due to the change of tires for the MUD model, it was necessary to make cuts in the vehicle's bodywork using a makita.

This measure is essential to avoid tire contact with the bodywork, preventing damage to the bodywork, the vehicle's finish and even the tires themselves. Ensuring proper and safe installation of larger tires is extremely important.

With the adaptation carried out, you will be able to enjoy a Saveiro prepared to face off-road challenges with confidence and style.

Why don't we install wheel spacers at Saveiro for BF///MS?

The wheel spacer is an adapter used to move the tire outwards. Generally, pickup trucks and off-road vehicles use this component, but, in general, they do not receive it from the factory with the vehicle.

In the case of the Saveiro, we chose not to use the wheel spacer. This is because, when installing it, the center of the wheel would be too far outside the vehicle. This configuration would result in even greater contact with the fender when steering the steering wheel, which would require a greater cut in the bodywork.

Therefore, the decision was made to preserve as much of the original bodywork as possible and ensure the best performance and safety of the vehicle during off-road use.

How we cut the bodywork to install the MUD tire on the Saveiro for BF///MS.

Image of the cut in the bodywork to install the mud tire and suspension kit for the 1st BF///MS Truck's Fan

During the installation process of the extended shock absorber of the Strike Brasil and trying to fit the mud tire, we found that there was a lack of space in the bodywork, as expected.

Considering that cutting the bodywork is an irreversible change, we conduct a careful and meticulous process. We carried out gradual cuts in the bodywork, followed by steering wheel steering tests to identify the point at which the tire would no longer come into contact with the bodywork.

We also made cuts to the bodywork at the rear. Although there is no interference from the steering wheel, it was necessary to calculate the space necessary to deal with the vehicle's vibrations, which are common on rough and challenging terrain, such as dirt roads and urban obstacles.

Image of the cut in the bodywork to install the mud tire and suspension kit for the 1st BF///MS Truck's Fan

If we didn't cut the rear sides of the tires, driving over potholes and speed bumps could cause the tire to come into contact with the body, causing damage to the finish and possible damage to the tire.

Remembering that the cut in the bodywork was only necessary because of the tire change, if the change was just the inclusion of the 2″ Suspension Lift Kit, and kept the original tire, the cut would not be necessary.

Final Result of the 1st BF///MS Truck's Fan! 

This sloop We appreciate the partnership and trust of the people at BF///MS and what we can say is that the sloop of the 1st BF///MS Truck's Fan was incredible! Check out the photos below with the result

In addition to suspension, we also offer quality remap Strike Brasil custom-made for Saveiro. This way, the vehicle will have extra power to compensate for the change of tires, which will generate more driving comfort and safety in everyday life.

STK Products

The process of lifting the Saveiro pickup with the Kit STK Suspension Lift Kit allows the vehicle to be minimally altered while maintaining as much of the original as possible. You can find our products on the website Strike Brasil Store, or in more than 50 units available in Brazil, Bolivia, Uruguay, Guatemala, Ecuador and the United States.

Na Strike Brasil Store, you will find a variety of high quality suspension lift kits, providing the lift you need to tackle off-road challenges with confidence. Invest in a suspension lift Strike Brasil Store and elevate your vehicle's potential to new heights.

If you have any questions or quotes, you can speak to one of our salespeople via WhatsApp.

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