Hey all,

Bought a TF Leveling Kit (Coils) and Fox 2.0 shocks. I'm coming to realize that this setup might be a bit too harsh for my DD needs (90% on road, 10% off). Looking to make the on-road drive-ability a bit less punishing.

Looking for advice on the following:

• Should I swap out the Fox shocks for Bilstein 5100s?
• Should I swap out the TF coil springs for a progressive spring? If so which ones?
• Should I swap both out for something like the AEV DualSport XT 2.5 or RK Stock Mod 2.5 (or?)...even though my 33" tires will look super tiny on these lifts?

This has been bugging me for a few weeks now and with X-Mas right around the corner, I thought I would treat myself to a little holiday cheer.

Thanks.

 

If there are other factors I should be thinking about send them my way. Thanks.

 

I had bilstiens on my jeep. They seem to be better for the on road stuff. However I did blow all mine. Just depends on how hardcore Offroading you are doing.?

How many miles are on those fox 2.0's. if you wanted to sell I'm interested

 

I think I have roughly 600mi on them. So far I haven't been too hard core. Just some snow and trail driving. I'll let you know if I am thinking of selling the shocks.

The ride is fantastic...until you hit a speed bump. Hitting any obstacle at low speed makes me think I am going to rattle my teeth out...

 

Ha yea I understand that. It's a lifted vehicle thing lol

 

I have the RK 2.5 progressive rate springs. I went this route due to nose sag with the addition of a Rock Hard stubby and winch. The Bilstein's absorb most of the bumps but will admit the coils are much stiffer than stock. The folks running AEV springs use words like "plush" ride and "smooth". I have never rode in a JK w AEV springs, but everyone seems to enjoy their on-road manners.

 

I have AEV 4.5 springs since 12/09, they are firm, do not sag but I would not say plush like OME springs.