Hi,
I wouldn't bother ringing CBB. They make Kombi lift kits but you have a beetle.
A favorite link of mine is this one
http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au/registration/vsi06.pdf
It is the rough guide to vehicle mods in NSW. Most other states are similar, and they will all be the same at the end of the year when the new australia wide rules come in. The NSW rules say:
Suspension
Besides assuring a comfortable ride, a vehicle’s suspension system controls wheel movement for
handling and road holding. Manufacturers conduct extensive test programs to develop suitable
suspension settings. Adjustments, such as lowering the vehicle, can upset the suspension characteristics
and cause unpredictable handling. Generally, roll stabilizer bars, axle locating rods, upgraded shock
absorbers or upgraded springs may be used provided they are suitable for the vehicle and are properly
fitted. However, the following suspension modifications are not acceptable:
a) welding forged components such as stub axles or control arms;
b) fitting longer, non-standard shackles to leaf springs; and
c) fitting any additional components or altering the suspension so that the wheels or tyres may contact
any component under the full range of suspension and steering travel.
d) fitting any additional components or altering the suspension ride height so that any part of the
vehicle other than a wheel or tyre can contact the road in the event of a tyre deflation.
If major changes to the suspension (such as substitution of a non standard front cross member) are carried
out, they should be done under the strict guidance of an engineering signatory.
That doesn't say much really. The QLD rules also say that the suspension travel in either bump or rebound mode cannot be modified more than 1/3 of standard. Which isn't much but not many people are going to whinge about this one. Don't know if it applies in WA.
You can easily raise the rear of your car by resetting the torsion bars. one spline will give you a fair bit of lift. Just set it so you have a bit of wheel downtravel left (rebound) otherwise you'll get a rough ride.
The front can have adjuster installed and you can then easily vary the height of the front suspension.
Those two mods will give you good results. You can also go for aftermarket raised spindles on the front, but I would go for factory VW type 181 thing front suspension first. It is a direct swap for the BJ front. It basically has factory raised spindles.
I would also put taller tyres on. The tallest wheels you can fit under the wheel arches would be good. I'm sure you could argue they are needed for your local terrain.
Wes -
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