Hi guys. I've got a '13 Commando Green JKUR 6 speed with 4.10's that I'm finishing up breaking in to 500 miles. I'm about to begin my build with the parts already in my garage.
--Rock Krawler 3.5" X-Factor Mid Arm
--37" Cooper Discoverer STT's on 17x9 V-Tec Raptor matte black wheels
--Adams 1310 front drive shaft
--Bushwacker flat fenders
--Fox 2.0 shocks
I've got a bunch of other mods but my priority is to get it lifted. My question is... Will I be ok to first put on the RK 3.5 lift and 37" tires before doing the Bushwacker flats? I will not do any flexing in the meantime, only road use until all of the build is done. My wheels will have 4.5" backspace. I would possibly do the front driveshaft at the same time as the lift, but might not. I don't think I would have an exhaust/ driveshaft issue for a few weeks if I dont disconnect or flex, right? So, long story short, will I have rubbing issues as I piece together my build over a few week period? I will trim my rear pinch seam BTW. Thank you for any assistance. ~Mike

 

1st off Congrats on the new JK!!

2nd off excellent choice of components to build up your JK. These will all work no problem together for you.

To answer a few of your questions you will have no problem with the 37's and the stock fenders with that set up. Since you do not plan on flexing at all you will be able to run that and not rub. Once you install the other flares then you will want to measure your flex for bump stop heights.

Again you won't need to worry about the exhaust spacer until you plan on flexing.

Check out our Facebook Page. For pictures of our JK on the 2.5" x-factor plus kit.

You will love how it performs once you do get to go wheeling.

If you want any quotes on anything at all please PM me.

 

x2 congrats on the jk. Could probably fit 39's w flats.

 

Thank you both for the replies. My decision to get a new JK was made for me... some guy made a left turn directly into me and sent my '07 modded Sahara on 35's into a curb, a sign and the biggest utility pole on the planet. Well I made lemonade out of that basket of lemons. Do you think I will need exhaust spacers since I'm going to use a narrower Adams front driveshaft?

 

You should be okay if you are getting the 'skinny' drive shaft... I went cheap and just added exhaust spacers. No rubbing so works for me...

Post some pics when you get it modded!!

 

Wow, Smash, that 2.5 X-Factor really flexes. Looks good.

 

X2, you should be good with the skinnier aftermarket shaft

 

I will post up pics. Hey glad you're ok, too. We should start a forum support group for members whose JK's were totaled, to help us get through the trauma!

 

I hear you... I drive through that intersection everyday. I had my accident on 1/2/12 so I am coming up on my one year anniversary... lol

RIP


New one

 

Like "The Jeffersons" theme song, looks like we both "moved on up". Great looking Jeep.