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Old Dec 26, 2011 | 08:21 PM
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Did you have to replace drive shafts with 3.25 kit?
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Old Dec 26, 2011 | 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by dougehr1
Did you have to replace drive shafts with 3.25 kit?
With a 4 door, you won't get as much lift as a 2 door. The 4 door won't have a problem, the 2 doors average 3.5" or more lift with the kit, so if you flex alot, you may need new driveshafts eventually with a 2 door.
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 05:36 AM
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You will definatly need to replace the driveshafts eventually. The factory shaft rides fine but the rubber boot at the cv joint near the transfercase is pinched a little and won't last long. That being said, I would say the stock should last about a year. On a side note mine was done on my 2012 JKU and I have about 1/4" before I hit the exhaust crossover pipe at full flex. So, after I get the new driveshaft I shouldn't have to buy the AFE Y-pipe.
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 07:27 AM
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Originally Posted by olsen185

Good to hear, I may do that now instead of the teraflex. Two questions though, all the other kits have swaybar links but the rustys doesn't, do I need to buy those too or is it ok without? Also any suggestion on softer shocks?
You will want to get swaybar disconnects in front and links in the rear. When I got my kit it still included them. As far as shocks...the ones it comes with aren't that bad imo...
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 07:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Cozmik
I was curious about the Rusty's lift as well. 3.25" with springs, track bars, shocks and brake line extensions vs the Rough Country Series ll with more 'stuff' but no track bars. Which way to go? Which one is 'better' or 'more complete'?

Trying to pick a reasonable priced lift that doesn't need a lot of 'extras' for a JK has become a rather difficult choice, simply because there is so much choice and so much variation between lifts.
IMO Rusty's better quality and includes front and rear adjustable track bars
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 07:38 AM
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I have the Rusty's 3.25" with a 3/4" front spacer. I think Rusty's products are great. Rusty himself sells his products (Jeep Beach and Jeeptoberfest Florida), nice guy. I will definitely purchase more from them.
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 07:42 AM
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Originally Posted by REDLINE217
On Powerblock on Spike TV everytime they work on a jeep they use a Rusty's lift and they basically have no budget so out of all the lifts they go with Rusty's im sure there is a good reason to that
Advertising dollars
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 07:53 AM
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I'm happy with the lift I got from Rusty's. My jeep has a heavier back end than most with roof rack, bumpers, and towing and I noticed sagging. So i ordered beefier springs from him for 110 bucks, problem solved.
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 07:57 AM
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Originally Posted by JfK
Advertising dollars

This and we do have a great relationship with them. Another aspect of our business is the DIYer who use our tabs and builder parts so those show(s) on Powerblock are a nice fit.
Thanks all for the kind words as well.
We are proud to make and sell our products here in the USA.
Happy holidays!
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Old Dec 27, 2011 | 08:04 AM
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Originally Posted by armycop
With a 4 door, you won't get as much lift as a 2 door. The 4 door won't have a problem, the 2 doors average 3.5" or more lift with the kit, so if you flex alot, you may need new driveshafts eventually with a 2 door.
I initially got 4" out of mine on my jku....
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