If supercars come from the factory with a front axle lift, why shouldn't the ISF? I have been thinking about a carbon fiber front lip for years but never pulled the trigger because it would get destroyed on these NYC streets, especially entering and exiting parking lots and driveways. A few weeks ago I saw the LX570 raise its entire body several inches in front of my eyes and it got me thinking. I did a little research and most aftermarket systems appear to cater to Porsche, but I did come across the following lift system that appears to rely on aftermarket coilovers:
http://www.superlitecars.com/parts/hydraulic-lift-kit
https://www.ramliftpro.com/shop
It does not appear to be compatible with stock shocks and I'm not even sure if it would fit any of the ISF aftermarket coilover offerings (someone with better understanding of coilovers should be able to comment). I am curious if anyone has successfully implemented a system like this (on any car) or created some sort of axle lift system on their own.
Before anyone suggests air suspension... I am not interested. I'm sure it works great for certain people but I am neither looking to slam the car nor do I want to deal with the headaches when a bag ruptures or the system dies (can't even fit a jack under the car if the system breaks while aired out). I am interested in just the front axle lift for temporary scenarios of entering/exiting driveways and parking lots.

 

I currently use air cups from https://www.stanceparts.com/ on my coilovers. Provides a 2 inch lift with a push of a button =D

 

That seems to be very similar to the system I posted, but it relies on air instead of hydraulics. It also seems to be significantly cheaper! I'm curious on a few things:
1. Which system are you using (with the tank or tankless)?
2. Which coilovers do you have?
3. How long have you had it installed? Any issues?
4. Is there any height adjustability left in the coilovers or do these max out how low you can set the coilovers.
Thanks for the quick reply too!

 

Yeah I wish my IS-F had this (but I also understand that was back in 08) and I wish my RCF TE had it

 

The air cups are only installed in the front. The air cups in the back will hit the frame, preventing the rear coilovers being able to be installed.

1. I'm currently running the setup with the air tank.
2. Figs BC Racing ER Coilovers with BC Helper Springs and 7" Swift Springs (Shorter than usual 9") in the front.
3. I currently had it for 3 months and am currently dealing with an issue with power going to the compressor. Might be user error on the installation or a wire came loose somewhere in the trunk?
4. I currently do not have much height adjustability because of the helper springs installed. The helper springs lower the car by approximately 1-1/2" - 2" so the coilover height is adjusted close to max height.

Please note my friend helped me install everything so I am not too familiar with that. Also why I don't know how to troubleshoot the lack of power going to the compressor.

 

Didnt Figs work up a solution to this (I saw it on Instagram)? It goes on a coil and gives a couple inches of height adjustment. I’d contact them to see if that’s an option.

 

I am using the Stance Parts system on the front with Fortune Auto Coils for about a1-1/2 yrs, no issues. My system has the tank, tankless will take a much longer time to lift.

 

It's the Stanceparts air cups. I got mine from Mike at Figs along with the coilovers

 

Search for cup kits. I had mine installed when I got my car. Here is the link https://www.clublexus.com/forums/is-...-wald-isf.html
My front end will be in pieces without the cup kit.

 

These air cup kits seem to be quite popular. The biggest name that keeps popping up is StanceParts (as linked above by Gotfood93). Their tankless kit is enticing mainly because I wouldn't have to lose too much trunk space (although I didn't buy the ISF for practicality, I like to have the option). Does anyone have photos of the equipment mounted?

I also came across a similar product called HybridAir (https://www.hybrid-air.ca/faq.html) which seems to give a bit more lift than the cup kits. It doesn't add any height to the vehicle but the only downside seems to be the size of the "bag" and clearance with suspension components. Anyone have experience with these?