So much going through my head! HELP LIFT MY JEEP!!!
06-24-2015, 02:03 AM
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https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modi...-lifts-288269/
Also, this particular sub-forum is for basic "how to" questions about driving off-road. "When do I engage lockers?" "How do I safely use my winch?" That kind of stuff. There is a much better forum for asking about mods and it's called--surprise!--"Modified JK Tech". If you post there, your questions will have a better chance at being seen by other people, many of whom are very experienced and smart about this kind of stuff (not trying to dis on anyone who's already done you the courtesy of providing answers). Maybe you'll luck out and the moderators will move this thread for you.
06-24-2015, 08:20 AM
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I'll disagree on one thing, lifts are for whatever the owner wants one for. And I'll say that lifts are MAINLY for looks as that's what 95% of people buy them for. Lol.
06-24-2015, 09:45 AM
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I currently have the pro comp 3" level kit and Nitto Trail Grapps LT315/70R17. Kit was about $400 and wasn't hard to install. Didn't have to do any modifying to my rear bumper or anything, just used 1.5" spacers on the tire carrier.
06-24-2015, 10:48 AM
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I currently have the pro comp 3" level kit and Nitto Trail Grapps LT315/70R17. Kit was about $400 and wasn't hard to install. Didn't have to do any modifying to my rear bumper or anything, just used 1.5" spacers on the tire carrier. <img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=615782"/>
06-24-2015, 10:49 AM
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Lifts aren't for looks. And if there's one thing that most pick-up truck drivers have no clue about, it's lifting a vehicle and what it does. There are plenty of very sound reasons that you don't not want to lift too high, and some of them have been mentioned by others already. If you want to drive a Jeep and look cool for people who actually know about Jeeps and using them off-road (and I understand you don't plan to, which is fine, but at least you'd like to look the part, right?), then suggest that you disregard what clueless pick-up owners do and read this very informative thread by Dirtman before asking any more questions: https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modi...-lifts-288269/ Also, this particular sub-forum is for basic "how to" questions about driving off-road. "When do I engage lockers?" "How do I safely use my winch?" That kind of stuff. There is a much better forum for asking about mods and it's called--surprise!--"Modified JK Tech". If you post there, your questions will have a better chance at being seen by other people, many of whom are very experienced and smart about this kind of stuff (not trying to dis on anyone who's already done you the courtesy of providing answers). Maybe you'll luck out and the moderators will move this thread for you.
06-25-2015, 05:24 AM
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IF you want your jeep to ride like shit and perform poorly buy a cheap incomplete lift. In reality all you need to do is buy 4" coils and you are lifted. About $300. You will have no down travel in the suspension, the jeep will wander on the highway, be tippy on the trails, the steering will be very light, and your driveshafts will wear out faster due to the extreme angles. Read the stickies and get to know what you need to properly set up the steering and suspension. If you want the big look start with tires, jeeps don't look cool with lifts they look cool because of big tires.
06-25-2015, 11:27 AM
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If this is just a DD I would recommend getting some 33x12.5s and a 2" leveling kit. Will still drive like stock, get maybe 1 less MPG, and still look aggressive and lifted.
Unless you're doing difficult trail riding 35s and 4" are just...a lot. You'll kill your MPG, drive worse, void warranties, speedometer/odometer will be off, parts will break sooner from extra stress, likely to introduce new problems like steering imbalance, death wobble, etc....just seems like a bigger hassle for 2" larger tires when you don't really need them.
Good luck with whatever you decide I know it's a headache.
Unless you're doing difficult trail riding 35s and 4" are just...a lot. You'll kill your MPG, drive worse, void warranties, speedometer/odometer will be off, parts will break sooner from extra stress, likely to introduce new problems like steering imbalance, death wobble, etc....just seems like a bigger hassle for 2" larger tires when you don't really need them.
Good luck with whatever you decide I know it's a headache.
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06-25-2015, 02:47 PM
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1. 4" is overkill you only need a 2"-3" lift to fit 35s especially if it's just for looks. 4" will just look like you have too much space, will drive worse, and will require more modifications and extension to things to fit it. You'd only need a 4" lift to compensate all the extra weight from after-market parts like steel bumpers, winch, flares, hood rack, etc. 2. I have 33x12.5 Duratracs and love them. Used mostly for daily driving and they're very quiet on the road. Great for the weekend trails I do but that doesn't matter for you. You'll want to do your own research though to find what you think looks aggressive. 35s will fit on any Wrangler with a 2" lift, or no lift if you get flat flares and the right back spacing. 3. Stock carriers are only meant to carry the Rubicon tires at most. If you don't want a tire carrier you'll need extended tailgate bumpstops and a reinforced hinge. It doesn't matter if you're on or off-road the extra weight will eventually warp your tailgate and rattle. You won't need them right away, although I would get the bumpstops immediately, but the hinge could wait a bit. 4. Stock carrier I would not put anything more than 33 tire on it with bumpstops. It will eventually warp. 5. With 4" lift you can fit like 37s or 40s. If this is just a DD I would recommend getting some 33x12.5s and a 2" leveling kit. Will still drive like stock, get maybe 1 less MPG, and still look aggressive and lifted. Unless you're doing difficult trail riding 35s and 4" are just...a lot. You'll kill your MPG, drive worse, void warranties, speedometer/odometer will be off, parts will break sooner from extra stress, likely to introduce new problems like steering imbalance, death wobble, etc....just seems like a bigger hassle for 2" larger tires when you don't really need them. Good luck with whatever you decide I know it's a headache.
06-25-2015, 04:45 PM
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Common tire sizes go something like 33, 35, 37, 40.... 33s are biggest you can go while maintaining mostly stock. 35s require mods. 37+ require heavy mods.
If you go with 35s or bigger you'll want to regear to gain power and some MPG back. I believe 4.88 is the sweet spot, but if you want something better than stock you could probably get some 4.10 Rubicon take-offs cheap on Craigslist.
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