My JKU build/questions
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From: American fork, utah
My JKU build/questions
So I'm finally upgrading from my rough country spacer bb/Rubicon shocks lift. I found a pretty sweet deal on a classifieds site in Utah. I picked up some 3" progressive springs (he said the rear springs didn't get rid of the rake, so he threw in some extra 2" rear springs so I can see which height I like better), 4 ome long travel shocks, front spring perches, front and rear teraflex bump stops, and some front control arm drop brackets. All that cost me 230 and the tank of gas to go pick it up.
So here's my questions: the spring perches didn't come with instructions, so I'm not sure how to orient them to make sure my springs don't bow.
I'm also looking for a good deal on extended break lines, sway bar links, and an adjustable track bar. Who's the best sponsor to get in contact with?
Thanks for the help!
So here's my questions: the spring perches didn't come with instructions, so I'm not sure how to orient them to make sure my springs don't bow.
I'm also looking for a good deal on extended break lines, sway bar links, and an adjustable track bar. Who's the best sponsor to get in contact with?
Thanks for the help!
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Rattymml,
Congrats on finding a good deal locally! We've got the components you're looking for to complete your kit and finish lifting your JK.
We have the adjustable track bar by Rough Country that is good for 2.5"-6" lifts here. For the sway bar disconnects, we've got both Zone and Rough Country, but its hard to beat the cost of the Rough Country quick disconnects. For your longer brake lines, we've got the front and rear sets for 2.5"-4.5" of lift.
You can also shoot me a PM for a 6% discount code off of your order. We offer this code to JK-Forum members with over 25 posts to help active members get great deals on parts to modify your rigs, and your order will be shipped for free since it would be over $98. Hopefully this helps you out!
Congrats on finding a good deal locally! We've got the components you're looking for to complete your kit and finish lifting your JK.
We have the adjustable track bar by Rough Country that is good for 2.5"-6" lifts here. For the sway bar disconnects, we've got both Zone and Rough Country, but its hard to beat the cost of the Rough Country quick disconnects. For your longer brake lines, we've got the front and rear sets for 2.5"-4.5" of lift.
You can also shoot me a PM for a 6% discount code off of your order. We offer this code to JK-Forum members with over 25 posts to help active members get great deals on parts to modify your rigs, and your order will be shipped for free since it would be over $98. Hopefully this helps you out!
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From: American fork, utah
Well, it's been a while since I posted on my build so I guess an update is in order. I got the lift installed just fine and I love the flex I get now. I added some rough country quick discos, and extended brake lines.
After destroying my stock steering stabilizer on some ruts I bought a super lift stabilizer that relocated it above the drag link.
My next mod I added was a rugged ridge snorkel.
I then convinced my wife I needed a new exhaust to add some power and get rid of the huge stock muffler. I purchased the mbrp off road exhaust, and I love the sound and it added noticeable power.
After all that I wasn't content with the ride on the highway, it was a little flighty and subs of the bigger bumps would start a shimmy that made me nervous more than once. Thankfully it never went into an all out death wobble, but it was enough to make me worried about my wife ever driving it. My budget was getting pretty tight so I decided to see if an adjustable front track bar would help. I bought the rough country one for 105 and gave it a shot. It made a lot more difference than I expected. If anyone is on the fence about track bars with a 2.5 to 3" lift go for it. It made freeway driving less flighty and got rid of a lot of the shimmy I would get on big bumps.
After the front track bar I got exited and bought a jks rear track bar and put it on tonight. My rear Axel was off almost an inch. I re measured my front and adjusted it another quarter inch and took it for a spin on the highway. It rode almost like stock. I absolutely love the way it drives now.
I'll attach some pictures soon.
After destroying my stock steering stabilizer on some ruts I bought a super lift stabilizer that relocated it above the drag link.
My next mod I added was a rugged ridge snorkel.
I then convinced my wife I needed a new exhaust to add some power and get rid of the huge stock muffler. I purchased the mbrp off road exhaust, and I love the sound and it added noticeable power.
After all that I wasn't content with the ride on the highway, it was a little flighty and subs of the bigger bumps would start a shimmy that made me nervous more than once. Thankfully it never went into an all out death wobble, but it was enough to make me worried about my wife ever driving it. My budget was getting pretty tight so I decided to see if an adjustable front track bar would help. I bought the rough country one for 105 and gave it a shot. It made a lot more difference than I expected. If anyone is on the fence about track bars with a 2.5 to 3" lift go for it. It made freeway driving less flighty and got rid of a lot of the shimmy I would get on big bumps.
After the front track bar I got exited and bought a jks rear track bar and put it on tonight. My rear Axel was off almost an inch. I re measured my front and adjusted it another quarter inch and took it for a spin on the highway. It rode almost like stock. I absolutely love the way it drives now.
I'll attach some pictures soon.