2012 with dealer installed spacers
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JK Newbie
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From: Lakewood, CO
2012 with dealer installed spacers
Hey everyone! I have a lift of a couple inches due to dealer installed coil spacers. I would prefer to upgrade to an actual coil springs lift without the spacers. Any recommendations that would not completely break the bank? LOL
Like to get as much lift as I can without having to switch out the drive shaft right now as I dont have the funds for that at the moment. It is my daily driver and I do some off-roading with it here in Colorado. Also have the JKS Quick Disco's which I highly recommend :-)
Thanks!
Like to get as much lift as I can without having to switch out the drive shaft right now as I dont have the funds for that at the moment. It is my daily driver and I do some off-roading with it here in Colorado. Also have the JKS Quick Disco's which I highly recommend :-)
Thanks!
JK Junkie
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Define breaking the bank? I would look at something in the 2.5" range. You won't need to change driveshafts or control arms if you go that route. You will be able to run 35s if that's your goal. Check out Rancho, AEV, Teraflex, Rock Krawler...there's a ton of info on the site for all those companies, search around a little.
JK Super Freak
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From: south carolina
from what i understand the stock springs arent bad quality at all , ive seen lower end springs bought brand new that twarnt worf nuttin , nothing wrong with a spacer set up especially for a dd and light off roading , imho
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JK Newbie
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From: Lakewood, CO
Define breaking the bank? I would look at something in the 2.5" range. You won't need to change driveshafts or control arms if you go that route. You will be able to run 35s if that's your goal. Check out Rancho, AEV, Teraflex, Rock Krawler...there's a ton of info on the site for all those companies, search around a little.
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As mentioned, I would stay in the 2.5" range to avoid the drive line issues. But honestly if you just want to clear 35's for light trail action, you might be ok as is, or you may need to trim your fenders for extra clearance
JK Freak
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I always say to save up your money and do it right the first time. A 2" spacer lift will allow for 35's and still maintain your factory ride. Its not to bad of a setup. 2 to 2.5" is the max you want to go without the exaust spacer kit or new driver shafts. Remember if you go over that 2.5" you will also need some form of adjustable track bars (or track bar bracket which are junk in my opinion), To be lifted properly at least Upper or Lower front adjustable control arms. Bump stop extensions, extended brake lines (again brake line brackets are junk). Having said that if I wanted to switch to a coil lift. I would personally go with the Teraflex 2.5 or the OME 2" HD Long travel kit from Northridge4x4 (which I have and love it). I don't have exaust extensions or Drive shafts on my 2012 and have no issues.