Lift kit and keeping the rake?
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JK Newbie
Joined: Apr 2013
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From: Westchester County, NY
Thanks for all the replies! Definitely looking into options. Couple questions though-
1. Would adding a spacer or the RK spring wedge in the rear throw anything off handling/performance wise with the JK?
2. Would changing out the rear springs with something stiffer like the Old Man Emu ones throw off the balance of the lift kit?
1. Would adding a spacer or the RK spring wedge in the rear throw anything off handling/performance wise with the JK?
2. Would changing out the rear springs with something stiffer like the Old Man Emu ones throw off the balance of the lift kit?
JK Freak
Joined: Jan 2012
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From: chilliwack BC
Thanks for all the replies! Definitely looking into options. Couple questions though- 1. Would adding a spacer or the RK spring wedge in the rear throw anything off handling/performance wise with the JK? 2. Would changing out the rear springs with something stiffer like the Old Man Emu ones throw off the balance of the lift kit?
JK Junkie
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From: CT
I have the TeraFlex 4" 8 arm lift and was nice and level with a winch on the front after I rotated the rear axle spring perches. Then I went Synergy 4.5 springs F&R and got the rake. I could have gone with the 3.5 in the rear and been level, but the wife really likes the rake while driving and me spotting. Says she can see so much better..
If you buy (example) 3" synergy fronts and rears, the rake will be retained.
They recommended 4" front and 3" rear for a 3-3.5" lift.
JK Super Freak
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From: Milton Mills, NH
JK Super Freak
Joined: May 2008
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From: Milton Mills, NH
I ended up cutting off the rear perches and welding new ones on with the correct angle. I do not trust wedges, seems a bit too Mickey Mouse for me, especially after dropping a grand plus on a new suspension.