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2.5" Lift Question/Suggestion

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Old Sep 23, 2009 | 07:31 AM
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I'm wanting to run 35s so for now I'm thinking of a lower cost 2.5" lift. Eventually I do plan on going with a 4" or larger lift so I don't want to put a ton of money in my first lift, but want a good set up that will really add to my off road fun. So, would you recommend something like the TF BB spacer (with or without shock adapters?) or would a 2.5" coil spring be better? I have a rubicon so what is the best bang for the buck? The difference between the spacer kit and coil spring is only about $100 from TF so that is not much of an issue.

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Old Sep 23, 2009 | 08:06 AM
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The 2.5" coil kit will set you JK almost level. The BB kit will still have some rake to it.
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Old Sep 23, 2009 | 08:23 AM
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Originally Posted by BMccool
I'm wanting to run 35s so for now I'm thinking of a lower cost 2.5" lift. Eventually I do plan on going with a 4" or larger lift so I don't want to put a ton of money in my first lift, but want a good set up that will really add to my off road fun. So, would you recommend something like the TF BB spacer (with or without shock adapters?) or would a 2.5" coil spring be better? I have a rubicon so what is the best bang for the buck? The difference between the spacer kit and coil spring is only about $100 from TF so that is not much of an issue.

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Old Sep 23, 2009 | 10:25 AM
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Eventually I do plan on going with a 4" or larger lift so I don't want to put a ton of money in my first lift
I would base the decision on how soon 'eventually' is. If you're talking about lifting a bit to get you through the winter, go with spacers and shock extensions. But if you're talking years before you upgrade, get the coils now.
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