looking for info on lifts
JK Enthusiast
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From: Castle Rock, CO
No they don't have the same issue. I have a 2012 JKU Rubicon auto with a 3.5" Rock Krawler X-Factor Mid Arm Suspension. The stock driveshaft clears the auto transmission, but it will hit the exhaust crossover pipe. I bought an aftermarket driveshaft that cleared the exhaust by about a quarter of an inch when the Jeep was on the shop rack and the front axle was at full droop. I didn't feel comfortable with that little bit of clearance, so I also installed the aFe y-pipe to relocate the exhaust crossover. Now if I go to a long arm kit in the future or get some extreme articulation with my current suspension, I won't need to worry about clearance issues with the driveshaft.
JK Enthusiast
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From: Castle Rock, CO
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From: oceanside
I will try and shoot some pics and post tonight. I like it because it gave me the height I needed for good clearance around 285/70-17 tires, and requires no mods to drive-line or any other consequential mods. I did add the LCAs because having the proper caster improves the ride drastically IMO.
I am very happy with the result. The only other mod I am itching to do is big brakes because I think the stock brakes are under-achievers. I am guessing they are shared with a Dodge Charger . . .
I am very happy with the result. The only other mod I am itching to do is big brakes because I think the stock brakes are under-achievers. I am guessing they are shared with a Dodge Charger . . .