Oy, and I thought ABS was complicated.

But at least with LSPV instead of ABS you don't get something like this...

The ABS-based traction control system that Suzuki spec'd took the Grand Vitara up hills and over moguls that we'd never guess it could. Unfortunately, in the sand that same system literally shuts the truck down as it tries to control wheel spin.

http://4wheeloffroad.com/eventcoverage/131_0602_2006_4x4_of_year/suzuki_grand_vitara.html

Actually even without a traction control system that stops you in your tracks I have heard that most ABS systems perform worse (than not having one) in sand and soft dirt conditions.

Bear in mind that's the new models with the "roll control", traction assist, and all that crap that's integrated in with ABS.

That said I won't defend ABS.  After 10 years the ABS on my Ranger stopped working...oh well...

dont know if you are still dwelling on you LSPV but i thought you might like to see what my factory service manual says. right click and save as to view orignal size

go  figure.....










Sir-



 

            Based on the information you have provided, you will not use this part.

 

Best Regards

Sales Department

CALMINI Products Inc.

Ph: 800-345-3305

sales|removethispart|@calmini.com

 


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From: hanan shvartzman [mailto:shanans|removethispart|@t2.technion.ac.il]
Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2006 8:19 AM
To: 'CALMINI Products Inc'
Subject: RE: qwestion about the 2.5" kit for "gv" please

 

As  far  as  I  know

It  was  purchased  in  the  u.s  ( on  the 4  -may 2001)  straight   from  you   guys  .

The  envelop  is  attached .

 

 

 

I  have  this  valve  in  my GV  1.6L     3 DOORS   MANUAL  SHIFTING  (  without ABS)  ,

  can  you  please  help  me  figure  how   to  use  this  bracket?

 


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From: CALMINI Products Inc [mailto:sales|removethispart|@calmini.com]
Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2006 3:54 PM
To: 'hanan shvartzman'
Subject: RE: qwestion about the 2.5" kit for "gv" please

 

Sir-

 

            The bracket is an extension bracket for the stock proportioning valve.  Not all vehicles will utilize this bracket.  Where was your kit purchased?

 

Best Regards

Sales Department

CALMINI Products Inc.

Ph: 800-345-3305

sales|removethispart|@calmini.com

 


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From: hanan shvartzman [mailto:shanans|removethispart|@t2.technion.ac.il]
Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2006 12:42 AM
To: 'CALMINI Products Inc'
Subject: RE: qwestion about the 2.5" kit for "gv" please

 

Another  qwestion     that  I have  is  about    this  part:



 

-  I  have  GV  1.6L     3 DOORS   MANUAL  SHIFTING  (  without ABS)

 

 I  anderstood  That thing has to do with the brakes-"Load Sensing Proportioning Valve"



 

Nothing about  it  is  menthioned  in  the  installation -instructions  guide.

 

Can  you   please  explain me  how  to  use  it  ,

 (a picture  of  it  installed  is  very  helpful too).

 

Thanks  again  for  all  the  help,  really  appreciate  it .

 

 

 

 

 


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From: CALMINI Products Inc [mailto:sales|removethispart|@calmini.com]
Sent: Monday, August 21, 2006 4:14 PM
To: 'hanan shvartzman'
Subject: RE: qwestion about the 2.5" kit for "gv" please

 

Sir-

 

            The piece shown in the first picture is not part of our kit.  You will need to check with the person you purchased the kit from to determine where it is installed.  From the lower picture, you have all parts that we include. 

 

Best Regards

Sales Department

CALMINI Products Inc.

Ph: 800-345-3305

sales|removethispart|@calmini.com

 


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From: hanan shvartzman [mailto:shanans|removethispart|@t2.technion.ac.il]
Sent: Monday, August 21, 2006 8:02 AM
To: sales|removethispart|@calmini.com
Subject: qwestion about the 2.5" kit for "gv" please

 

Hello

I  wanted  to  know   about  an  item   that  is  supplied  with  the  2.5" kit  for gv 

 -

 

Where  do  I  install it ?

 

 

 I  got  the   kit  from  a  friend ,

Those are  all  the  parts  I  have:

 

  can  you  tell me  please  what   items  I  don’t  have   so  I  can  order  them  from  you  guys?

 

 

Thanks in  advance

I think that was a BS answer to get you off the phone since you did not purchase from them. Not like purchasing from them would've made a difference. Be glad you got a responce.

sorry  but  can't  say  that  i  agri   whith  you !

here  is  the  lataest  respond:



From: CALMINI Products Inc [mailto:sales|removethispart|@calmini.com]
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2006 12:21 AM
To: 'hanan shvartzman'
Subject: Email reply

Sir-

   From your post it appears that you did not feel our email customer service was helpful.  Please let us know if you have any suggestions.Best Regards
Sales Department
CALMINI Products Inc.
Ph: 800-345-3305
sales|removethispart|@calmini.com
 

Wow they must have new management or something!
I'll end by saying this.
I've been around these little trucks BEFORE they were released in the US. I've seen Calmini go from being thee premeir people to deal with about after market parts to being rude and obnoxious. Burn me once shame on you, burn me twice shame on me. There ain't gonna be a third time. I'm glad your being treated better than I was.
 

ofcourse im  sorry  to  hear  that ,
but  they  sure  know  how  to  make  a  lift   


btw 
  i  sent  them  some  photos  from  my  axcle -and  wating them  for  to  respond