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Old 07-23-2014, 01:32 PM
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On my stock weight 2014 JKU, I've thought about using RK 1.5" springs with stock rubicon shocks and stock rear sway bar links in the front. Only doing light trails, etc. Would those springs and shocks be ok together? Thanks
Old 07-23-2014, 03:57 PM
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RK lift measurements are with aftermarket bumpers / winch, etc. So you may see a little more lift than 1.5". That said, you will likely be ok with that setup but consider some shock extensions to be safe.
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I'd rather get aftermarket shocks than run extensions, at that point I'd do a larger, more inclusive lift. Maybe I'm better off with the TeraFlex 1.5'' leveling coils. I really wanted the RK springs though
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Yes but I would prefer a longer shock and some bump stop.
The triple rate 2.5's and Rancho 9000's pair awesome together IMO.


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They worked fine on my teraflex leveling kit (2" front and 1" rear). I would think they would work fine if you net anything close to that.
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I already bought Rubicon shocks, looking for the tallest springs that work with them. Rather not use shock extensions. RK1.5'' or TF1.5'', any other suggestions? Synergy 2'' or JKS 2'' maybe?

Thanks so much
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RK 1.5's should work on a 4 door. I'm seeing 2" front 1.5" rear. Just don't go flexing your axles.


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Are you a stock weight 2door? Pictures seem to make the RK1.5 look more like a 3'' even on stock 4 doors.
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Maybe the synergy 1" 4door coils?
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2.5 on 2 doors. JadMT has a 4 door and he's right around 1.5-2"


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