Originally Posted by kh202

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Originally Posted by spinuck

It's a tough dilemma, go for the look and performance you want or not have to worry about your warranty being possibly voided. The thing i love most about Chrysler is that they'll gladly sell you a 4" lift and encourage you to run 37's, but still void your warranty when you do.

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They make no mention of upgrading drive shafts, gussets, sleeves or anything else either that might help you avoid breaking stuff.

Have fun with the longtime debate, and either way you go, good luck with your jeep and have fun

Originally Posted by bumbeh

As others have said, do it your self if you can. i did mine about two weeks ago with a friend. The hardest part was me not wanting to drill a hold in my new jeep for the rear drop bracket. Although he had most of the tools so I didn't have to worry to much about it. But laying under it and seeing how things are helps you learn about your jeep and how it works. I did find that watching the teraflex install videos helped me out knowing what to expect.I did find the teraflex written instructions to be a little lacking in some spots. The directions at some point just stopped mid sentence and then went to the next top. But emailing them they cleared everything up for me. All it cost me was a Pizza and around 7 hours or so of time.

Originally Posted by rodi

I talked to the guy in charge of aftermarket sales and installations at a Jeep dealership in Gwinnett today regarding warranty and mods. He said it doesn't matter who installs, Chrysler could still void the warranty. He also said that, even though it's not in writing anywhere, anything 3" and under is typically overlooked when warranty comes into play regarding lifts. At no point did I feel like he wanted to convince me to pay him to install it. So, you're just being pulled by a salesman I'm afraid.
I'm installing mine with no prior experience (same lift as you) on my own this week as well.

Originally Posted by bbrown626

I can't remember why they call them stealerships

Buying the tools is cheaper than paying for the labor.

The warranty is not affected regarless of who does the work. It will be hard for them to make a case that your engine failed due to the installation of a lift or exhaust spacers. Now it will void the warranty on the stock shocks and springs that you throw in the trash, but you will probably get a warranty for your new shocks and springs.

This is your chance to get some experience. Look for some local Jeepers, watch some you-tube videos, ask questions on here, etc. The items your looking at are pretty easy. You can likely borrow or rent the tools from the local parts store.

Originally Posted by junoh

Another vote here for doing it yourself.

Look on youtube for TF's video on how to install the lift, they explain everything quite nicely.
I just installed their 2.5 in coil lift w/ shocks with very little prior experience. Although I own a few tools, I got help from some friends who had everything we needed. It took us 7 hours, take your time and do it right.

I have now purchased most of these tools, they will certainly help if I need to do some maintenance on the trail, and because I put it on I know where everything should be/goes.

I also have a warranty. I called the 2 closest dealers to see what they thought about the lift, and was told not to worry they are Mod friendly, obviously they won't cover what I put on but that seems fair. One manager even told me he has the same kit and loves it!

Originally Posted by jeep_pride

Hahaha, trueee. Thanks a lot for this info. I hope your right! Now knowing how they function, They will true they're hearts out to make a quick buck. Damn thief lol

Originally Posted by kh202

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