Thinking of installing two inch lift kit to clear bad roads

Tiny
TIM PINKERTON
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  • 2005 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
  • 2.0L
  • 2WD
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  • 31,000 MILES
I have purchased the car listed above GLS. Where I live the roads are in poor condition and many are dirt/gravel roads. It has been suggested I put a two inch lift kit on it. The lift kit I see online is affordable ($150.00 to $200.00). However, someone also said it will need a new suspension and that add a lot of money to the equation. Any advice?
Monday, July 23rd, 2018 AT 11:21 AM

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Tiny
DANNY L
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Hello, I am Danny.

Do you happen to have a picture of the Lift Kit or the brand name?
Thanks for using 2CarPros.
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Monday, July 23rd, 2018 AT 12:31 PM
Tiny
TIM PINKERTON
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Hi Danny,
Thanks for your reply. These are the two kits that have been recommended to me: http://www.metalnerd.com/catalog/search?keyword=lift+kit+beetle.

A two inch lift would be preferred, but if that would require additional work, I would settle for a one inch.

I am also open to any recommendations.

I had a Beetle in the 1970's but my uncle did all the work on it. I am reliving my teenage years. :)
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Tuesday, July 24th, 2018 AT 6:04 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello again.

I am doing a little research on this so I will get back to you this afternoon.
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Tuesday, July 24th, 2018 AT 7:57 AM
Tiny
TIM PINKERTON
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Thanks Danny. I appreciate your help!
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Tuesday, July 24th, 2018 AT 11:06 AM
Tiny
DANNY L
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Hello again Tim.
I actually talked to the owner (Pennsylvania, USA)and he sent me an email with detailed instructions. It is a pretty simple bolt-on kit! It uses the small spacer installed at the top of the front struts between the strut and bearing plate. (Coil spring compressor needed) Note: That would be a good time to replace struts if old/worn. The rear just uses that larger spacer between shock and frame. The only difference is on the two inch kit you add a bracket to use the same length factory shock. Pretty simple. I have attached pictures from his instruction manual showing where the spacers go. I forgot a picture of the two inch shock bracket but I can get it if needed to show you. Hope this helps and feel free to ask any questions if needed. Thanks for using 2CarPros.

P.S. My first car when I was twlve years old was a 1966 VW Baja Bug! After building it I won Bug-O-Rama 23 at the age of sixteen. (Picture attached)
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Tuesday, July 24th, 2018 AT 10:25 PM
Tiny
TIM PINKERTON
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Hi Danny! You are awesome! Thanks so much for your efforts! This question certainly was given to the right guy! You are Baja Bug looks fantastic! What an accomplishment for a young kid! Wish you could come here to lift my bug!

My uncle loved to tinker on my 1968 bug and he welded a wind-up key on the back. :) Unfortunately, all the pictures were lost in a house flood.

I will order the two inch lift parts and if my mechanics have any questions. I will write back to you.

Thanks again! You have been a great help!
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Wednesday, July 25th, 2018 AT 7:31 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello again Tim.
You are welcome! Feel free to ask us here any questions. Let me know how it turns out. Thanks again for using 2CarPros.
Danny-

P.S. Here is one last engine picture.
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Wednesday, July 25th, 2018 AT 9:41 AM

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