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Old 02-04-2013, 10:05 AM
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This the setup I'm going to put on my 09 Jeep Rubicon. Thoughts suggestions?!?

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Old 02-04-2013, 10:08 AM
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my only suggestion would be to go with 17in wheels
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Would be a nice set up.
IMHO...check the tires out they might be on the heavy side, but are a nice tire. I've read might effect your MPG even more. What kind of suspension system as in brand? If TF you might want to upgrade the shocks, XD wheels are sweet I just looked at a JK with them on.
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Suspension is Rubicon express, the XD Rockstars I found were just 18' plus. My commute is short so MPG is a factor but not a heavy one.
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Originally Posted by Towmator
my only suggestion would be to go with 17in wheels
I agree. I used to run that same lift on my 2 door with 33's and 17" rims. The issue is that you will prob rub the frame with 35's and those rims, unless you go with spacers. Other than that, looks like a good set up.

Just an FYI: those shocks suck IMO. I never really realized it until I swapped the lift out and went with blisteins. Prepare for a ruff ride.
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Originally Posted by GreenJK07

I agree. I used to run that same lift on my 2 door with 33's and 17" rims. The issue is that you will prob rub the frame with 35's and those rims, unless you go with spacers. Other than that, looks like a good set up.

Just an FYI: those shocks suck IMO. I never really realized it until I swapped the lift out and went with blisteins. Prepare for a ruff ride.
Thanks for the advice so far! Would you suggest buying the lift without shocks and buying those separate? You say I would rub with 35' but I would be good with the tires I selected though right?
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Originally Posted by 09JKRubi
Suspension is Rubicon express, the XD Rockstars I found were just 18' plus. My commute is short so MPG is a factor but not a heavy one.
I like the build, but not the wheels. Rock stars are beyond played out IMO, and a not durable. Tire choice is great though, you will not be disappointed
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I'd go to at least a 305 tire
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17's and anything but Rockstars.
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You really think Rockstars are overplayed? I live in South Central PA, and haven't seen a single jeep with them.


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