Rock Krawler 3.5"
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Rock Krawler 3.5"
So im going to be joining the JK family here in a few months and im trying to do as much research as i can so i can start my build as soon as i get it home
I have heard a lot of great things about the Rock Krawler suspension systems so i have been looking quite a bit at those
I know i want a 3-4" lift to run 35s and hopefully 37s
Im not a hardcore offroader... yet!
But i plan to get there eventually so i want to built it right from the beginning
My big question is what is the big difference between the 3.5" flex vs the 3.5" X-factor vs. the 3.5" X-factor plus vs. the 3.5" Max Travel system? These are the few that i have really considered and cost isnt too much of a factor.
and i want to be able to put this on myself with a few buddies in the drive way so the more straight bolt on the better
any insight will help thanks
I have heard a lot of great things about the Rock Krawler suspension systems so i have been looking quite a bit at those
I know i want a 3-4" lift to run 35s and hopefully 37s
Im not a hardcore offroader... yet!
But i plan to get there eventually so i want to built it right from the beginning My big question is what is the big difference between the 3.5" flex vs the 3.5" X-factor vs. the 3.5" X-factor plus vs. the 3.5" Max Travel system? These are the few that i have really considered and cost isnt too much of a factor.
and i want to be able to put this on myself with a few buddies in the drive way so the more straight bolt on the better
any insight will help thanks
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I have the 3.5 xfactor, only because the 3.5 max travel didnt exist yet.. The plus is a 3 link rear setup. I think....the difference between the xfactor and the max travel is draglink flip and front trackbar relocation.
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what does the draglink flip and trackbar relocation translate to off road?
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Originally Posted by desertrunner
would you mind explaining that in english for a noobie haha
what does the draglink flip and trackbar relocation translate to off road?
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Originally Posted by richmanyou
You want to keep those two items parallel to each other. When going over 3" of lift you can get some bump steer.
By raising the track bar and flipping the drag link you keep those parallel to each other and the ground which keeps the bump steer in check and makes for better steering.
An adjustable track bar is what centers your axle under the jeep.
Is it needed, not really, does it make the jeep handle better, I think so.
By raising the track bar and flipping the drag link you keep those parallel to each other and the ground which keeps the bump steer in check and makes for better steering.
An adjustable track bar is what centers your axle under the jeep.
Is it needed, not really, does it make the jeep handle better, I think so.
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You want to keep those two items parallel to each other. When going over 3" of lift you can get some bump steer.
By raising the track bar and flipping the drag link you keep those parallel to each other and the ground which keeps the bump steer in check and makes for better steering.
An adjustable track bar is what centers your axle under the jeep.
Is it needed, not really, does it make the jeep handle better, I think so.
By raising the track bar and flipping the drag link you keep those parallel to each other and the ground which keeps the bump steer in check and makes for better steering.
An adjustable track bar is what centers your axle under the jeep.
Is it needed, not really, does it make the jeep handle better, I think so.
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Going with the X-factor myself. I don't mind the bumpy ride either, but I have 5 beautiful women in my house that will ot tolerate it...lol. As i understand it, the X-Factor is a nice improvement to have for Hwy stability and over-all offroad articulation. I don't think the Mid-arm flex is particularly bumpy though.