Hudweiser

The stock Rubi shocks work great on the bracket extensions.

Saharaunlmtd

My apologies, I didn't see extensions mentioned.

JK Dude

I'm running a 4" Superlift on my 2008 Rubicon. Plenty of trips to Moab and trails here in the NW. Hasn't let me down yet and handles like a dream through the turns on pavement.

JK Dude

Dthompson4

Depending on the size lift you want, they are all great until you get to 3.5" and up...I have the RE 3.5" with mono shocks, decent setup but I really need adjustable control arms to get my rear axle straightened up. The rear springs curve and the driver side rear spring contacts the bolt on the track bar bracket...the front trackbar is adjustable but the bushing axle side gets warped when tightened, haven't seen this with any other aftermarket track bar. The setup needs a dropped pitman arm or a flip draglink to minimize the ridiculous amount of bump steer, oh and stay away from GY MTRS W/ Kevlar, unless you're iust offroading they're impossible to balance right, that has a little to do with all my problems. Oh yeah, I would go with RK or Evo if you got the money, Teraflex a close second! ::Wave to all::

afpilot82

[QUOTE="Dthompson4"] oh and stay away from GY MTRS W/ Kevlar, unless you're iust offroading they're impossible to balance right, that has a little to do with all my problems.

Bold statement, I've had no issues with balancing my MTRs.

miethead

I had my mtr/k balanced with weights no problem, I swapped over to beads and they still run great.

Sahara Lee

The best lift kit "brand" will vary depending on you choice for lift kit "type". What I mean is, first select your reasons for a lift...

1) Better articulation over rocks
2) More frame clearance for break-overs
3) More clearance for fording and mudholing
4) Size really does matter to chicks
5) Clearance for bigger tires because bigger tires get you... most of the above

Sometimes the best lift is no lift at all. By that I mean, the MPG, ride and stability on-road and on mild trails are usually best without a lift.

I researched every possible lift for my needs for a year before deciding. Living in Florida, I didn't really care much about rock climbing but for me, mud and river fording were the priorities (you don't need a lift for sand). I decided on a 4" because my JKU is also my DD and any taller would be too unstable on the highway. Less than 4" and my feet would get wet too often. 4" also gives me clearance for 37s so my total ride height wil be a almost 6" above stock after adding recovery bumpers, winch and big spare on back.

Having a 2010 JKU, my lift choices are as good as anyone's. *** Once again, being a DD I researched stability problems FIRST, especially DW ***. My 4" must be totally stable on the interstate at 80mph. Too many brands people love for off-road are totally unsuitable for the highway, that even goes for some lifts as small as 2.5".

Everthing is a compromise. There is no "one size fits all" solution to anything. The reasons for me chosing a Rancho 4" Sport Lift with XL9000 shocks were personal for my needs. Although the perfect choice for my situation, it is probably not right for you. Based on user comments here, I found it has the least amount of stability issues and the closest to stock ride.

I can recommend Rancho as a "brand" because they have been in business a long time. Their parent company, Tenneco, has a dozen brands all making products for vehicles. From my personal experience, they make well engineered and manufactured products for a reasonable price (especially with the $500 rebate). They also have great after market support.

Cheers!

Dthompson4

Where did you go, I like the tires I just need them balanced right, I live in Hawaii so my choices are minimal.

rexicon

I had mtr's they were not round and took a ton of wieght to balance. That said they do work well offroad.