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JK Newbie
Joined: Jun 2014
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From: SWFL
I installed the 2.5 ARB Dual Rate plus the adj Upper Rear Control Arms on my 2 dr JKR this weekend. The directions leave a lot to be desired in my opinion especially as it relates to setting up the control arms. My front uppers are set too long at the moment so my caster is off. That will get changed this weekend.
After struggling through the front suspension on Saturday, I found this website Project-JK.com - Jeep JK Wrangler Resource » TeraFlex Jeep JK Wrangler 4″ Flex Arm Lift Installation Write-Up. The rear went so much better because of it.
Also, there was no mention of what to do with the front brake lines. Had to google that as well to see people routing behind the shocks. But, overall I like the quality of the parts. Can't wait to fix my caster as the steering is quite flighty at the moment.
After struggling through the front suspension on Saturday, I found this website Project-JK.com - Jeep JK Wrangler Resource » TeraFlex Jeep JK Wrangler 4″ Flex Arm Lift Installation Write-Up. The rear went so much better because of it.
Also, there was no mention of what to do with the front brake lines. Had to google that as well to see people routing behind the shocks. But, overall I like the quality of the parts. Can't wait to fix my caster as the steering is quite flighty at the moment.
My wife and I installed the MC 2.5 G-C ARB on our '14 JKUR this weekend along with Nemesis Front Shock Relocation brackets. This is my first jeep and first lift. I found the directions to be more than adequate.
EDIT: Of course I had already done lots of research on the web prior to the purchase and install.
Last edited by doubletapdaddy; Sep 3, 2014 at 04:01 PM.
JK Newbie
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 35
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From: Austin, TX
My wife and I installed the MC 2.5 G-C ARB on our '14 JKUR this weekend along with Nemesis Front Shock Relocation brackets. This is my first jeep and first lift. I found the directions to be more than adequate.
EDIT: Of course I had already done lots of research on the web prior to the purchase and install.
EDIT: Of course I had already done lots of research on the web prior to the purchase and install.
He didn't know much about setting up a Jeep. Not his fault. Mine.
I should have committed more of the installation process to memory. But, I still believe the directions could be greatly improved especially when they don't even print them.
Last edited by GIROGecko; Sep 3, 2014 at 07:54 PM.
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 126
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From: SW Wyoming
3.5" Game Changer ARB
Lift is on and tested. So far so good. Instructions need updated, but was a fairly easy install. A few things that could have went better. No instructions included, Missing hardware, No mention of replacing front brake lines or routing behind shocks , Rear bump stops are not what is pictured or talked about in instructions, Controll arms that were claimed to be preset for 3.5' were not set or even the same side to side.
Once lift was on and alignment done it was time to test. This lift gave me 4.5". the ride is pretty rough but the handling is awesome. Wash boards will rattle your fillings out. The flex is great, and overall im very pleased.
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Once lift was on and alignment done it was time to test. This lift gave me 4.5". the ride is pretty rough but the handling is awesome. Wash boards will rattle your fillings out. The flex is great, and overall im very pleased.
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JK Enthusiast
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 126
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From: SW Wyoming
Lift is on and tested. So far so good. Instructions need updated, but was a fairly easy install. A few things that could have went better. No instructions included, Missing hardware, No mention of replacing front brake lines or routing behind shocks , Rear bump stops are not what is pictured or talked about in instructions, Controll arms that were claimed to be preset for 3.5' were not set or even the same side to side.
Once lift was on and alignment done it was time to test. This lift gave me 4.5". the ride is pretty rough but the handling is awesome. Wash boards will rattle your fillings out. The flex is great, and overall im very pleased.[Attachment 574321ATTACH=CONFIG]574321[/ATTACH]
Once lift was on and alignment done it was time to test. This lift gave me 4.5". the ride is pretty rough but the handling is awesome. Wash boards will rattle your fillings out. The flex is great, and overall im very pleased.
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JK Freak
Joined: May 2013
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From: Cody, WY
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 126
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From: SW Wyoming
JK Newbie
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 35
Likes: 4
From: Austin, TX
Lift is on and tested. So far so good. Instructions need updated, but was a fairly easy install. A few things that could have went better. No instructions included, Missing hardware, No mention of replacing front brake lines or routing behind shocks , Rear bump stops are not what is pictured or talked about in instructions, Controll arms that were claimed to be preset for 3.5' were not set or even the same side to side.
Once lift was on and alignment done it was time to test. This lift gave me 4.5". the ride is pretty rough but the handling is awesome. Wash boards will rattle your fillings out. The flex is great, and overall im very pleased.[Attachment 574321ATTACH=CONFIG]574321[/ATTACH]
Once lift was on and alignment done it was time to test. This lift gave me 4.5". the ride is pretty rough but the handling is awesome. Wash boards will rattle your fillings out. The flex is great, and overall im very pleased.
[Attachment 574321ATTACH=CONFIG]574321[/ATTACH]
JK Freak
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 976
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From: Cen Cal
Been reading the Nitrocharger Sport are both stiff and soft so I've been on the fence about them. I know the original Nitrocharger non-sport models with the yellow shaft guards were soft but they're discontinued IIRC. Probably going to give Rancho 9000XL a go with my 2.5" MC coils for the adjustability and can't beat the Shocktober sale.
Here' a thread on the Sport model. http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f9/ol...views-1183383/
Here' a thread on the Sport model. http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f9/ol...views-1183383/
Last edited by TRAUMAhead; Sep 4, 2014 at 09:46 AM.
JK Newbie
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 61
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From: Snoqualmie, Wa.
Lift is on and tested. So far so good. Instructions need updated, but was a fairly easy install. A few things that could have went better. No instructions included, Missing hardware, No mention of replacing front brake lines or routing behind shocks , Rear bump stops are not what is pictured or talked about in instructions, Controll arms that were claimed to be preset for 3.5' were not set or even the same side to side.
Once lift was on and alignment done it was time to test. This lift gave me 4.5". the ride is pretty rough but the handling is awesome. Wash boards will rattle your fillings out. The flex is great, and overall im very pleased.[Attachment 574321ATTACH=CONFIG]574321[/ATTACH]
Once lift was on and alignment done it was time to test. This lift gave me 4.5". the ride is pretty rough but the handling is awesome. Wash boards will rattle your fillings out. The flex is great, and overall im very pleased.
[Attachment 574321ATTACH=CONFIG]574321[/ATTACH]