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Old Sep 15, 2009 | 02:12 PM
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Originally Posted by spinlock
Also, if you add the weight of the bumpers and rails, are the 35's going to have enough clearance without the lift kit even on the road?
I'm not planning to add a winch at least not at first, I'm also considering pulling out the back-seat - I've heard the rear seat is pretty heavy. So I'm assuming I would be okay.
Anyone know from experience if I'll have a problem? (35's w/ flat fenders, no lift for dd only)
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Old Sep 15, 2009 | 02:48 PM
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Good input here for you Hammy. If you have any questions about our kits, give me a call. Welcome to the forum.

Joe
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Old Sep 15, 2009 | 02:57 PM
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Originally Posted by bigbluejk
I recommend that you regear and get the 35s at the same time. I have had 33s and 35s on my JK (two door automatic) and the 4.10s did fine with the 33s, but the 35s were too much for them. It was a real slug. These autos have enough trouble staying cool without getting dogged by not having low enough gears. I am running 5.13s on mine and it really makes a big difference on and off road. Some guys on here are running 3.73s and 35s and even 37s and say it drives great, but IMO regearing is a must. just my Don't forget before and after photos!!!
You're probably right about re-gearing at the same time with 35's, I read some of the threads about high temps, so I'll see if I can do the regear at the same time. I think I'll have to get the programmer too.

I'd like to think I'm going to keep this vehicle for around 10 years or more, so over the long-run more cost for LA's isn't that a big a deal, in the short run it'll force me to wait a few extra months to get them.
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