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Old Dec 19, 2011 | 03:21 PM
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So I have a stock Rubicon automatic 2010, I want to lift it with a 3.5-4.5 inch lift. and either put it up on 33's or 35's. I understand this is what I need;
1. The lift kit
2. A new front drive shaft
3. New gearing if I go on 35's
4. A new Adjustable track bar
5. Rear sway bar adjustments?


For this project I am on a little budget, so I need a little help getting these items at a good price, for a good product. I have been on the site a while now, and can't decide. First of all, do I need to take anything off the list, or add anything to it? For the Lift I was thinking the rough country lift, with different shocks. Thoughts and Please suggest some items please, thanks and Merry Christmas, and happy holidays.
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Old Dec 19, 2011 | 03:55 PM
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If you go with 2.5", you should still fit 33s, and new shocks.
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Old Dec 19, 2011 | 03:57 PM
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4.5 is way overkill for 35s. I like 2.5 with flat fenders for 35s but that's just me. Lots of routes you can take but you definitely won't need 3.5-4.5
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Old Dec 19, 2011 | 04:01 PM
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2.5" to 3.5" perfect for 35's. I wouldn't go over 2 1/2" for 33's
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Old Dec 19, 2011 | 05:28 PM
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X2 I agree ethic Ryan. Stay 2.5. Look good, functions well and maintains lower cost.
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Old Dec 19, 2011 | 05:30 PM
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Damn spell check. Meant with Ryan.
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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 02:31 PM
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Well then with that said and done, I came up with maybe the 3.5 pro lift from AEV, I guess its a good lift and includes everything you need. Or I was thinking the Rock krawler 3.5 lift. both around the same exact price. Any thought on that?
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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 02:43 PM
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The RK is an awesome lift. Warrantied forever and their customer service is A1.
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Old Dec 21, 2011 | 11:18 AM
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So this is what I am thinking now, the RK 3.5 mid arm lift on 35's and if I still have money left over, get the fox 2.0 tuned shocks. With the Rk kit I get just about everything I need except the front drive shaft. Now, if I buy this lift and a front drive shaft, its perfectly fine to run the stock tires for a while right? Also, I am a really good Handy man that welds, and is very precise about everything, should I do this lift with a few friends or have it professionally installed?
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Old Dec 21, 2011 | 11:59 AM
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The 3.5 RK mid arm is a complete bolt on, but the 3.5 X plus mid arm has the rear 3 link, which requires welding the rear truss and upper rail. The welds for it are straight forward. Talk to our Rep. He has all your answers.
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