I've been reading all I can about lifts trying too decide the right one to go with. I want a really good lift for off road all kinds but sand and I want it to still ride good on the hwy. from what I have read if I go with 3.5" then I should get lower links or a relocation kit... Which is better?
Thanks too all on the forum for the feedback and all the cool tricks I have learned already

 

Before giving you any advice we need to know what size tires you want to run and what fender set up, stock or flat? After that we can tell you which would be better.

No matter what size lift you get it is best to get adjustable lower control arms. The brackets are a cheap solution until you can afford the lower arms. We don't like the brackets particularly because it becomes the low point on the chassis and negates the ground clearance achieved.

 

I'm going to run 35s with stock fenders. So I should go with adjustable lowers and not a fixed like skyjacker or re?

 

If you're planning to wheel it, probably 3.5".

When I got a 2.5" with factory fenders I was rubbing the fenders BAD and the front bumper. I chopped the ends off the bumper (will eventually get a stubby) and got flat fenders.

If mostly street and not wheeling much, 2.5" would be fine. Also probably less expensive to do 2.5" and flat fenders than have to deal with all the stuff you might need at 3.5". You could also trim your fenders if you're handy.

 

I have a 3" suspension lift with a 1" body lift. Extra clearance for tires etc....

I have 35's and no problems at all. At full articulation in a hard turn my fenders hit...( doing a fender mod soon.)

I say go, 3.5 and trim your fenders. Enjoy life...

 

What lift do you have and what all came with it? thinking of going to 3.5" myself.

 

Thanks for all the help... I haven't decided on what brand yet... My local jeep guy with like 15 years experience says to go with skyjacker 3.5 but he didn't say anything about trimming or going with flat fenders. He did say he will install anything but rough country.

 

Everyone will have something to say about other lifts. Personally. My Rough Country lift has done me and a buddy good with no problems. Price is right and it performs well. Just like AEV explains, a lot of companies overprice their lifts with things you dont need to lift it at 2.5"... If your gonna go 3.5" I would suggest RK, Teraflex, Rough Country or AEV. As going that high, you will need the extra components these kits come with.

Me personally had a bad exp with skyjacker. That was my first lift and my jeep rode horrible. Alignment would not get straight, death wobble, and talk about a stiff ride. Switched to Rough Country 2.5" and all problems went away.

 

Our preference is adjustable arms and not fixed. It allows us to fine tune the settings and also allows for easy upgrades.

With the 35's and stock fenders you can do as little as a 2.5" lift. This will give you a low center of gravity. If you have any questions or want a quote PM us.

 

Have you seen this video? I would go with a 2.5" or 3" for 35's with a set of front lower adjustable control arms.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZUSrjamaJE