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i need a quality lift

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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 05:36 PM
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what would be a really good lift kit for a sahara unlimited?i want a really nice ride,and plenty of clearance to fit a nice set of 33s,i want to do off roading so i dont want any rubbing or touching at all at even full stuff,id like upgraded shocks too,not worried about spending a few bucks,thanks
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 05:51 PM
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Originally Posted by jgarner
Personally I would do with Old Man Emu. Ride quality is excellent. Check with Northridge they will set you straight.
That or the TeraFlex 2.5" coil lift with the 9550 shocks or you could buy the kit w/out shocks and either go with:

-Old man Emu shocks
-Bilstein shocks

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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 06:09 PM
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i dont want any rubbing or touching at all at even full stuff
If you will be disconnecting, go taller on the lift and plan on adding more bumpstop and/or chopping the fenders.
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 06:15 PM
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no fender chopping?
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 06:38 PM
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You really need to do some reading....on this forum! I almost went with Pro Comp and everyone here said it was crap. A few months later I see people in another thread singing its praises! However, anything TeraFlex seems to be great and when I spring for a lift that will be it. Looked at AEV...even drove one equipped but the price is just too high and I, personally, don't think is justified.

In the mean time, I did a 2" coil spring lift and upgraded the shocks and added some longer sway bars up front. It definitely has a better look and I am hoping will help with breakover angle. This preserved my factory ride quality and I will look into this again when it is time to replace the tires. That said, with even a small lift you should be able to run 33" no problem. Just my two cents...
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 07:22 PM
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You don't need a lot of lift for 33s. If all you want is enough clearance then just use a leveling kit.

If you do want a "quality" lift kit consider the OME and TF 2.5". The Rock Krawler and AEV also provide great quality, but too much lift for 33" tires for most tastes.

If you want ride, material and construction quality, stay away from the low cost alternatives. A few quick presses of the SEARCH button will give you feedback on all the alternatives.
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Old Jan 30, 2010 | 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by spinlock
You don't need a lot of lift for 33s. If all you want is enough clearance then just use a leveling kit.
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If you aren't going to off road much just keep the suspension 33's will be fine. If you want a better ride just change out your chocks. I like OME but Bilsteins kick ass too.
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Old Jan 31, 2010 | 05:32 AM
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Personally I would look at the Clayton lifts, great quality.
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