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Old Jun 29, 2013 | 05:12 AM
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My 08 JKU currenty has a 4.5" lift. The lift was done when i got it.. I'm running 35's currently with tube fenders but plan on going 37's when it's time to get tires again(sleeved gusseted d30). I'm thinking about buying 3" coils to drop the cog a bit, and extending the bumpstops.. This thing is a pavement pounder for the most part, but will see occasional trail rides.. Few times a summer.. What do you guys think?

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Old Jun 29, 2013 | 01:04 PM
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No opinions? Possibly drop down to 2.5

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Old Jun 29, 2013 | 01:25 PM
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I think it looks badass the way it is. Why would you want to change it?
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Old Jun 29, 2013 | 01:27 PM
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Thanks man. Just looking to lower the center of gravity a little bit. Just seems tall. Coming from a Cherokee on tons with 4"lift on 40s.

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Old Jun 29, 2013 | 01:30 PM
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sounds like a good plan to me. You gonna swap shocks too or just leave it as is?
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Old Jun 29, 2013 | 01:31 PM
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Plan on leaving shocks. Less up travel. But a lot down!

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Old Jun 29, 2013 | 01:32 PM
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I think the 2.5" or 3" springs will look better IMHO
Btw, what fenders are those?!
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Old Jun 29, 2013 | 01:34 PM
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Local guy made them.

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Old Jun 29, 2013 | 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by nickell586
Local guy made them.

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Dang! They look sweet
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Old Jun 29, 2013 | 02:11 PM
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3.5 is a good plan. Do it.
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