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Old Mar 7, 2009 | 05:13 PM
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I was looking through quadratec this afternoon at lifts. It looks like Skyjacker is the least expensive, or am I missing something? Is Skyjacker a good brand? Anyone have problems with them? I see alot of people with Rubicon Express and Teraflex. Is there a difference between these options?

Looking at a 2-3 inch lift.

Does anyone know a better place as far as price?
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Old Mar 7, 2009 | 05:14 PM
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Had Skyjacker for a few months, changed to Teraflex lift, big improvement.
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Old Mar 7, 2009 | 05:15 PM
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Have you checked OME? it's not the cheapest one around, but been known for its quality.
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Old Mar 7, 2009 | 05:20 PM
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OME? Not sure what this is?

Could you explain?
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Old Mar 7, 2009 | 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by silverjk2007
OME? Not sure what this is?

Could you explain?
Old Man Emu. it's just a brand and one that many here like. regarding skyjacker, like blazer said, he "had" that kit on his jeep and now he's got a teraflex.
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Old Mar 7, 2009 | 07:16 PM
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thanks for your input.

I appreciate it.
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Old Mar 7, 2009 | 07:21 PM
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A lot of the old Jeepers seem to be brand loyal to Teraflex because they're somewhat dubbed a pioneer in lift kits. My old TJ was a Teraflex lift. Overall, they have a strong brand and make great products.

Now, I have a Rubicon Express budget boost for my JK and will be upgrading to the Old Man Emu because those are full springs and everyone loves them. They seem to be the favorite for JKer's and not once have I heard of a complaint. Plus with 33's you'll have plenty of flex. And, the lift will allow you to fit 35's easily as well.
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Old Mar 7, 2009 | 07:30 PM
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Originally Posted by silverjk2007
I was looking through quadratec this afternoon at lifts. It looks like Skyjacker is the least expensive, or am I missing something? Is Skyjacker a good brand? Anyone have problems with them? I see alot of people with Rubicon Express and Teraflex. Is there a difference between these options?

Looking at a 2-3 inch lift.

Does anyone know a better place as far as price?
I would says the top 3 here are:

Old Man Emu (WOL did a really nice write up on installing one)
Teraflex
Rough Country

I really love my Rough Country, I do not think I heard a bad thing about OME or Teraflex, hugely mixed opinions on Sky Jackers. I personally stayed away from Sky Jacker due to many negative opinions on this forum.

I would buy your lift from Northridge4x4.com. I like Quadratec, but their shipping charges suck. Northridge offers competitive pricing, good service, and free shipping. For me in TN, no taxes!
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Old Mar 8, 2009 | 11:07 AM
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Great. Thanks again for the input
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