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Old Jul 13, 2011 | 08:34 PM
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I'm looking to get a 2.5 TF lift put on within the next week. Just checkin to see how much you guys paid for the parts and labor was????
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Old Jul 13, 2011 | 08:40 PM
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Don't remember too well, but I'm pretty sure I paid around $500 or $600 for the lift. Labour was pretty much free. A friend and I installed it in his garage. I just brought beer.
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Old Jul 13, 2011 | 09:50 PM
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I guess it all depends on what lift you went with. If it was the bb then no more than $250 because that's what I just paid for my moms lift and that was shipped to the door. If you got the spring lift it depends on if you went with own shocks or tf shocks. the lift install isn't that hard, if I were you I would find a buddy or make a friend quick and just install it at your house or his and just supply the beer. Most keepers are willing to lend a hand and turn a wrench for a few beers.
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 03:11 AM
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Spring lift with shocks. I want to keep my stock 18's. Do you think I would b able to fit 35's with just the 2.5?
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 03:25 AM
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You can do the lift yourself trust me. Save your money and YES you can fit 35's easily. I'm running 3" Full Traction and 37's
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 04:09 AM
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Here is the best lift kit for the money. You will be more than happy with the ride quality TeraFlex and Bilstein offer for your JK.

Here is the link....

https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...aflex+bilstein

Shoot Gus a call. Plus you cant beat free shipping!

Gus (800) 341-7757 ext 245


Also if you cant put together a wrench party in your area where someone can help you install, plan on it being about $150-$200 for install.
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 04:25 AM
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I had some stuff installed on my audi before I sold it and they tried charging me 2 extra hours. I laughed and sorry I dont pay for their smoke breaks, lunch breaks, bathroom breaks, talking/texting on phone, or just wondering around shop, AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST, pay for rounding up on the hours. Guy just looked at me with this dirty look and said whatever. I dont deal with that crap like others do.
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 04:45 AM
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I got the same lift and out it on myself... its not that difficult even for a beginner. I did it in my driveway with a couple stands and a tork wrench
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by karls10jk
I have 16/58 coils and I fit 35's with just wheel spacers so the tire wouldn't contact the rear sway bar. Just curious, have you seen the prices of 35's with 18" wheels? I know you say you want to keep your sahara wheels but the prices go up with the rim diameter.

35's and the 16/58 coils, no "lift" just sport 4dr coils. Second pic is next to 31's for a comparison. The TJ has a 2" lift on it.
Not so sound like a noob but what is 15/58 coils?
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 04:35 PM
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After you guys install the TF spring lifts by yourselves did you guys have to realign stuff or get it realigned?
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