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Old 06-19-2013, 09:00 PM
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I want to lift 2.5 or 3 inch. Which is better? i drive street and freeway.
Old 06-19-2013, 11:54 PM
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Originally Posted by JK-11
I want to lift 2.5 or 3 inch. Which is better? i drive street and freeway.
That's a really vague question. What lifts are you thinking about? What kind if budget do you have in mind? Are you lifting just for show, to off road, or just increases tire size or maybe all three? Do a few searches. Lots of good threads on 2.5 lifts ranging from $150 budget boost to $1500 max flex lifts.
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Those numbers are just guesses really. Unless you're doing a puck lift, actual lift height will vary based on the lift manufacturer and how much your Jeep weighs. In my experience, those numbers tend to be minumums. For instance, the 3" Full Traction lift on my JK lifted over 4 inches. Exact opposiste for tires for some reason. They tend to run smaller than what is advertised.
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Originally Posted by JK-11
I want to lift 2.5 or 3 inch. Which is better? i drive street and freeway.
2 inch ACTUAL height is better.
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Welcome!

Indeed, your question is a bit vague...it's kind of like asking "what sounds good right now?" You'll get a lot of different answers, some of which are good for some people, and some of which are good for other people.

I highly recommend checking out the "modified JK" section of this forum and doing some searching. You can read about all the different types and brands of lifts and which might be a good choice for your build. Check it all out and ask questions if you get stuck!
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I looking for a good look but at the time i can get on any road. Also did you think a 2.5 lift with 33s or 35s and fox shock be good to drive ?
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I just run a 2.5" budget boost and 35's. Ride is about same as stock and I run blacks and blue trails about every weekend
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I have the Rough Country 2.5" coil lift. It does what I need it to for now

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Originally Posted by JK-11
I looking for a good look but at the time i can get on any road. Also did you think a 2.5 lift with 33s or 35s and fox shock be good to drive ?
The 2.5 budget would be a good choice to run with the 33 or 35 inchers. Welcome to the forum.



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