they're just basic old school hydro shocks - i don't know if i'd say they're terrible but honestly, they're nothing special and certainly nothing to write home about. personally, i think the factory rubi shocks are nicer but then, shock ride and comfort is all subjective.

 

Soo... back to point. a 3" BDS lift WILL give me driveshaft boot problems down the road on my 2dr stick?

 

yes. this is not a lift kit brand issue but rather, a lift height issue.

 

dang. I will have to save up for driveshafts then?

 

anyone know if the BDS 2" gives a true 2" of lift? Since I heard RC 2.5" gives 2.5 in front and 2 in the back, which is a 2" overall.

I am looking for a true 2" boost in front and back at least. I found a shop local to me who has TF. Waiting on an email to see if he can get it for me.

 

The 2" lift is a coil spacer lift, and the spacers are exactly 2" in height, so yes, you will get exactly 2" of lift from it, from the center of axle to bottom of fender.

There are no variables in a spacer lift, in contrast to a coil lift, where the weight on the car (from things like a hard top, bumpers, etc) can vary the compression of the springs.

 

Actually, BDS has a 2" coil lift in addition to their 2" coil spacer lift.

 

I looked in the modified FAQ. It doesn't say which driveshaft would have problems. Let's say I get a BDS 3" with new lower control arms. Should I be looking to replace the front or rear shaft?

 

Sorry for all the questions. Anyways I'm still curious about my previous question. Is it the front or rear that is prone to problems?

Also - I will not be disconnecting. This is mainly for ground clearance in the mountains and weekend wheeling. Could I get by with a 3"?

 

I don't see anything on BDS's site about this. Only 3" or up has coils.