Recommended shocks for lift?
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Recommended shocks for lift?
I have a 2016 JKU.
I was heavy into Mustangs for the past several years and Koni was the goto shock/strut. I am just getting back into Jeeps after an 18 year hiatus.
I plan to do the Teraflex 2.5 coil spring lift/leveling kit.
I can get shocks with it but I have heard that a lot of the shocks that come in these "kits" aren't that great.
I'm looking for a mid range shock that will keep the new springs under control.
Currently I have the (supposed) 31 inch tire/wheel package on the Jeep. The tires are actually 30.5 and I plan to go with 33's.
Also I do plan on going with a bumper/winch combo and rear bumper as well.
Recommendations?
Thanks in advance
I was heavy into Mustangs for the past several years and Koni was the goto shock/strut. I am just getting back into Jeeps after an 18 year hiatus.
I plan to do the Teraflex 2.5 coil spring lift/leveling kit.
I can get shocks with it but I have heard that a lot of the shocks that come in these "kits" aren't that great.
I'm looking for a mid range shock that will keep the new springs under control.
Currently I have the (supposed) 31 inch tire/wheel package on the Jeep. The tires are actually 30.5 and I plan to go with 33's.
Also I do plan on going with a bumper/winch combo and rear bumper as well.
Recommendations?
Thanks in advance
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Check out the Fox Adventure series shocks. There are better and there are worse, but imo these shocks have a great ride for the money. If you are interested in a price on the whole set up your looking to do shoot me a pm.
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Thanks for the replies,
I'm certainly not married to the idea of Teraflex.
I just want a kit that will level the Jeep and allow me to get 33's and a slightly firmer ride.
I want to do a coil spring lift, longer end links and better shocks. I just feel that the coil sping lift is a better way to do it.
Anything more than 2.5 inches and you start running into other issues that have to be corrected.
Dirtman I just read your sticky on Lifts and I apologize for starting a new "lift" thread. You have answered a lot of questions and confirmed a lot of things I was wondering about.
I'm certainly not married to the idea of Teraflex.
I just want a kit that will level the Jeep and allow me to get 33's and a slightly firmer ride.
I want to do a coil spring lift, longer end links and better shocks. I just feel that the coil sping lift is a better way to do it.
Anything more than 2.5 inches and you start running into other issues that have to be corrected.
Dirtman I just read your sticky on Lifts and I apologize for starting a new "lift" thread. You have answered a lot of questions and confirmed a lot of things I was wondering about.
Last edited by CrashJK; 07-28-2016 at 07:42 AM.
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If you don't see yourself going above 33's check out our 2" SPORT system with the RS9000XL shock.
http://www.gorancho.com/products/sus...s66109br9.html
The 9000 is an adjustable shock that can give you a firm or soft ride with the turn of the dial.
Good luck in your choice.
http://www.gorancho.com/products/sus...s66109br9.html
The 9000 is an adjustable shock that can give you a firm or soft ride with the turn of the dial.
Good luck in your choice.
Thanks for the replies,
I'm certainly not married to the idea of Teraflex.
I just want a kit that will level the Jeep and allow me to get 33's and a slightly firmer ride.
I want to do a coil spring lift, longer end links and better shocks. I just feel that the coil sping lift is a better way to do it.
Anything more than 2.5 inches and you start running into other issues that have to be corrected
Just a bit of history, my last Jeep was a 99 TJ Sport running a 4 inch lift and 35's, Warn winch and homemade tube bumpers front and rear, Safari rack and snorkel but of course, the JK is a whole different animal.
I'm certainly not married to the idea of Teraflex.
I just want a kit that will level the Jeep and allow me to get 33's and a slightly firmer ride.
I want to do a coil spring lift, longer end links and better shocks. I just feel that the coil sping lift is a better way to do it.
Anything more than 2.5 inches and you start running into other issues that have to be corrected
Just a bit of history, my last Jeep was a 99 TJ Sport running a 4 inch lift and 35's, Warn winch and homemade tube bumpers front and rear, Safari rack and snorkel but of course, the JK is a whole different animal.
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This post gave me good laugh. I think this the closest Dirtman has ever come to suggesting a TF product. I can almost feel his pain in his writing.
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If you don't see yourself going above 33's check out our 2" SPORT system with the RS9000XL shock. http://www.gorancho.com/products/sus...s66109br9.html The 9000 is an adjustable shock that can give you a firm or soft ride with the turn of the dial. Good luck in your choice.
No question this is your best option for your needs and price point.
I had 9000 and loved them
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My brother runs Teraflex 1251000 which is 2.5 spring/9550 shocks and has zero problems. absolutely loves it. He highly recommends it. Let me know if you need pricing or any more info about the lift
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If you don't want to go crazy look at the metalcloak "1.5" urban assault kit. I've been running it for a few months and it sits me right at about 2.25" on a light build. If you call the guys at metalcloak they may be able to help you do a custom kit that fits your needs better than their out of the box setup. I thought about going down the TF road and am glad I didn't. Oh and +1 on the fox adventure series, I'm extremely satisfied with my 2.0 resivoir shocks but if your on a bit more of a budget there the way to go.
Last edited by Jahamm88; 08-02-2016 at 08:08 AM.
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Thanks for all the replies.
I'll check into the Metalcloak stuff and see what I can come up with.
I know that this Jeep will spend 90% of its life on the pavement. It's my DD and will see snow and rain but mostly running me back and forth to work and all the other places I have to go.
It WILL see some mudholes and logging roads and maybe the occasional water crossing but that's it. Just being honest about my intended use.
If I were going to be wheeling I would set it up for that.
I looked at the Rubicon and Sahara but they just didn't fit my needs, or my wallet.
I do have one regret with my JKU... The dealer had two identical JKUs sitting side by side. I chose the one on the left.
I found out later that the one on the right had one difference... The max tow package. Man I wish I had seen that because it has 373 gears whereas I have 3:21s.
What I really want is to level the stance and stiffen the ride a little. It's a little too soft I think.
A front and rear bumper and winch are in the plans as well as 33's. Other than a few minor cosmetic things that's it for my plans. If I didn't already have a Warn 12000 lb winch I wouldn't have that.
Thanks again. I've got some more homework to do.
I'll check into the Metalcloak stuff and see what I can come up with.
I know that this Jeep will spend 90% of its life on the pavement. It's my DD and will see snow and rain but mostly running me back and forth to work and all the other places I have to go.
It WILL see some mudholes and logging roads and maybe the occasional water crossing but that's it. Just being honest about my intended use.
If I were going to be wheeling I would set it up for that.
I looked at the Rubicon and Sahara but they just didn't fit my needs, or my wallet.
I do have one regret with my JKU... The dealer had two identical JKUs sitting side by side. I chose the one on the left.
I found out later that the one on the right had one difference... The max tow package. Man I wish I had seen that because it has 373 gears whereas I have 3:21s.
What I really want is to level the stance and stiffen the ride a little. It's a little too soft I think.
A front and rear bumper and winch are in the plans as well as 33's. Other than a few minor cosmetic things that's it for my plans. If I didn't already have a Warn 12000 lb winch I wouldn't have that.
Thanks again. I've got some more homework to do.