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It is time... (looking for a bit of advice)

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Old Dec 26, 2008 | 05:39 AM
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Alright, so I'll be looking to finally add some to my wrangler. Here is what I have so far:

2007 Wrangler "X"
44 rear, 30 front, 4.10 gears


I'm looking to add a 2.5" budget boost with shocks from teraflex.
This is my daily driver, how is this lift kit on the road?

Also, I'm looking at Maxxis BigHorn Radials for tires, probably 33" (or should I just go straight to 35"??) How are these on dry pavement and rain?

Thanks guys!

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Old Dec 26, 2008 | 05:59 AM
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The TF BB performs well on road. I never had a problem with it. But if you are looking to use your stock wheels, you might want to get spacers for it or it may rub a little.
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Old Dec 26, 2008 | 06:07 AM
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my buddy has maxxis bighorns on his F-150 and he claims they are good on pavement okay in rain and shitty in snow. depending on where you'll go, the BFG KO's (all terrain) should do the job
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Old Dec 26, 2008 | 06:16 AM
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well i have the Maxxis bighorns they are great. i have had them for 40,000 miles and i drive alot to the lake which is 300 miles round trip. we have rain, snow, sand, mud, rocks here. and i have NEVER been stuck. and when i say sand i mean deep sand. someone tryed to pull a prank on me and dig out my tires in the sand so i was touching the frame. i pulled right out. but its up to you.
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Old Dec 26, 2008 | 12:48 PM
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I was flipping through the installation directions for the teraflex, and notices this little note:


Note: With our longer shocks or shock
extensions the factory left rear tire may
rub on the sway bar at full droop. The
tire will not rub at normal ride height.
To take full advantage of the
Budget Boost suspension travel,
wheel spacers or after market wheels are required.



I plan on running with stock wheels and tires for 1-2 months. WIll this become a problem at highway speeds going over bumps?



Also, I read in the FAQ that an adjustable front trackbar will be required? If teraflex does not supply one, is it needed?
Thanks again!

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Old Dec 26, 2008 | 02:51 PM
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Dana 44 front and back for sure.

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