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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 01:32 PM
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On my stock weight 2014 JKU, I've thought about using RK 1.5" springs with stock rubicon shocks and stock rear sway bar links in the front. Only doing light trails, etc. Would those springs and shocks be ok together? Thanks
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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 03:57 PM
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RK lift measurements are with aftermarket bumpers / winch, etc. So you may see a little more lift than 1.5". That said, you will likely be ok with that setup but consider some shock extensions to be safe.
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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 04:11 PM
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I'd rather get aftermarket shocks than run extensions, at that point I'd do a larger, more inclusive lift. Maybe I'm better off with the TeraFlex 1.5'' leveling coils. I really wanted the RK springs though
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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 04:21 PM
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Yes but I would prefer a longer shock and some bump stop.
The triple rate 2.5's and Rancho 9000's pair awesome together IMO.


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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 04:34 PM
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They worked fine on my teraflex leveling kit (2" front and 1" rear). I would think they would work fine if you net anything close to that.
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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 05:15 PM
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I already bought Rubicon shocks, looking for the tallest springs that work with them. Rather not use shock extensions. RK1.5'' or TF1.5'', any other suggestions? Synergy 2'' or JKS 2'' maybe?

Thanks so much
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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 05:18 PM
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RK 1.5's should work on a 4 door. I'm seeing 2" front 1.5" rear. Just don't go flexing your axles.


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Old Jul 23, 2014 | 06:03 PM
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Are you a stock weight 2door? Pictures seem to make the RK1.5 look more like a 3'' even on stock 4 doors.
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Old Jul 24, 2014 | 08:33 AM
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Maybe the synergy 1" 4door coils?
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Old Jul 24, 2014 | 09:09 AM
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2.5 on 2 doors. JadMT has a 4 door and he's right around 1.5-2"


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