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BDS vs. TeraFlex vs. Rock Krawler

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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 10:53 AM
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Default BDS vs. TeraFlex vs. Rock Krawler

I know there are so many threads about this, but I haven't been able to find this one exactly.
What I'm looking for is real world input on these 3 lifts. BDS 3", TeraFlex 2.5", and Rock Krawler 2.5" Stock Mod/ Flex.
How are the rides of these 3 lifts, I'd like to improve the ride if at all possible. What company offers the best warranty for their kits? Off road how do they handle? What kind of real world lift heights do these kits give with steel bumpers, 35" tire on the back, and a winch? I know that all of these kits are great and I know that many of you have been happy with all 3, I don't think I could go wrong with any of them. I just want to know some more info on them from people with more experience than I have. Also for those of you who didn't install these yourselves what was labor cost about?

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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 11:39 AM
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Rock Krawler 2.5 wit the new triple rate coils front and rear. Ride is great and handles weight nicely. Very quality stuff.
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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 12:31 PM
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I would think any of those three should ride the same as what shocks you have and the tires you run will have more of an affect on the ride then three different lifts at the same height. In theory the one that gives you the least amount of lift should give you the best ride since it does the least amount of supsenion geometry changes.
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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 12:41 PM
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Rock krawler stock mod is a good starter lift.
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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 12:45 PM
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I can arrange a ride in one of our JK's for you since your local. We are located out in West Jordan (new location) by Dannon. PM me if you are interested.

TeraFlex has a LifeTime warranty on our suspension products that even covers our shocks. Our 2.5" coil kit lifts the front of a stock JK 3.1" and the rear 2.1".

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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 02:37 PM
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I bought rk 3.5. There are few more running around town. Different size lifts. Each and everyone leans about an inch. The ride and flex is great but lean sucks.
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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 05:57 PM
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Originally Posted by TeraFlex
I can arrange a ride in one of our JK's for you since your local. We are located out in West Jordan (new location) by Dannon. PM me if you are interested.

TeraFlex has a LifeTime warranty on our suspension products that even covers our shocks. Our 2.5" coil kit lifts the front of a stock JK 3.1" and the rear 2.1".

Joe At TeraFlex
I'd pick TeraFlex 2.5 but I am slightly biased since that is what I am running. It is a great lift and only had a small issue with my LCA's and a quick call to them and they had it fixed and a replacement sent out the same day.
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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 06:00 PM
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What shocks are you all running?
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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 06:12 PM
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Teraflex 3" all the way. I know you said 2.5 but go 3 or you will regret it (in my opinion) We have had a few lifts (7) now and that is what I would recommend.
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Old Jan 28, 2014 | 06:24 PM
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I love my Teraflex 3" lift with the 4 flex arms been on jeep now over 3 yrs .... Didn't know about their lifetime warranty tho :( had a problem with the bushings in one of the front LCA and I paid Northridge in Canada $$$$ to replace the part.
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