Getting more ground clearance with a vw t3 lift kit

If you've spent any time looking at modified vans online, you've probably noticed that a vw t3 lift kit is almost like a rite of passage for owners who want to take their rig beyond the grocery store parking lot. There's something about the classic boxy shape of a T3 (or Vanagon, if you're in the States) that just looks "right" once it's sitting a few inches higher off the ground. But beyond the aesthetics, there's a whole world of practical reasons—and a few headaches—that come with raising the suspension on a vehicle that was designed several decades ago. ...

February 17, 2026 · 6 min · Pola Jesica