Newbie here. Anyone have an opinion about whether the AEV premium 3.5 lift is as good/better than the Clayton 3.5 street performance lift? Also, I only want to run 33's, and my local jeep shop doesn't like teraflex, so the TF 2.5 is out. I know I don't want a 2" BB from anybody. Thanks!:

 

You have a 2 door or a 4 door? I would consider the Clayton. Clayton builds good stuff and their 3.5 lift comes with all eight control arms.

 

I have a 4 door Rubi. I was considering the Clayton Street Performance 2 door lift, which comes with uppers front and rear. My jeep shop says I shouldn't need a front drive shaft (I have an auto) with a 3.5 lift, that you only need a front DS over 4".

 

You may not need a drive shaft now, but 3.5 is really close to 4 and it is possible that you may eventually need one.

 

It does depend what you're looking for. The Clayton comes with all eight arms and a great warranty. The AEV gives a ride that allows your JK to handle as best described as "better than stock" both in handling and in comfort. Not too sure about the cam bolt thing though. I have control arms already and the OME just isn't cutting it for my drive so I'm going with the AEV kit.

 

Please say NO to cambolts, get front lowers if you go aev.

 

Why a 2 door lift for a 4 door? and if you do any offroading,with an auto you will end up tearing your drive shaft boot and will need an after market one. just my .02

 

Because the 2 Dr lift comes with rear upper control arms. And yeah, that's what I think too about the drive shaft.

 

First of all... Teraflex makes GREAT stuff. Any shop that doesn't appreciate this (IMO) needs to re-evaluate their position!!! I would go as far as telling that shop "see ya later". Their 2.5" coil lift w/shocks is a wonderful kit for the money too!

Now, to answer your question... I am a little biased here, but I would strongly recommend going with the AEV kit. Don't get me wrong... Clayton made my top 4 when I was deciding between lifts and they make a great kit. I had it narrowed down between AEV, Currie, Teraflex, and Clayton. Obviously I chose AEV in the end and I'm glad I did.

EDIT: By the way... I never considered the Clayton "street performance" kit - just their full on complete 3.5" kit.

 

Thanks for the input. I really wanted to hear from folks who actually HAVE these lifts, so it's good to hear from you. So, with regard to the AEV, have you had any problems with the cam bolts or your caster, or have you upgraded any of your control arms?