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6" LIFT.... Which manufacture do you reccomend? post pics of your 6" lift

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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 02:21 PM
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I have a 4" lift on my 2010 JK unlimited Rubicon with 35" tires.. but only have one inch clearance on front of back tire... So want to install 6" lift and need to know what you guys recommend? post pic's please

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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 02:26 PM
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What do I need to run 40 inch tires.
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 02:27 PM
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You mean the body seam in front of your rear tires? More lift isn't the answer for this. Most people trim that down but if it doesnt hit when flexed then why worry?
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 02:35 PM
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Yeah it is hitting on flex.... I think I will trim down seem as you suggest and go from there!!!



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You mean the body seam in front of your rear tires? More lift isn't the answer for this. Most people trim that down but if it doesnt hit when flexed then why worry?
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 03:22 PM
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 04:03 PM
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ID:	277899 this is Fabtech 5" with Xenon flat fenders and Mickey Thompson 37's. Trimmed the pinch seam no rubbing, but personally think it sits to tall. You should check out Planman's JK he is running 40's and I think 2" of lift roughly.
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Old Feb 13, 2012 | 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by rustyshackleford
I would recommend trimming your pinch seam before you go higher. If you haven't already. Or how about getting adjustable control arms to move your axle back to original
^^^This. Can you give us more info on your suspension? Which brand lift? Spacer vs. coil? Control arms? Have you trimmed your pinch seam? Any other modifications?

That will help get to the best solution to your situation. You shouldn't need to run anywhere NEAR 6" of lift for 35" tires, even with crazy flex.
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Old Feb 14, 2012 | 08:18 AM
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Revtek 3" Coil Spring Kit 35" tires, have not trimed seam yet..

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^^^This. Can you give us more info on your suspension? Which brand lift? Spacer vs. coil? Control arms? Have you trimmed your pinch seam? Any other modifications?

That will help get to the best solution to your situation. You shouldn't need to run anywhere NEAR 6" of lift for 35" tires, even with crazy flex.
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Old Feb 14, 2012 | 08:39 AM
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For 35's you should not be having a problem... Sounds like you need a better quality spring.
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Old Feb 14, 2012 | 09:20 AM
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I'm goint to trim down the seam, that should take care of the problem?
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