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Leveling lift feedback (3/4")

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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 01:28 AM
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Default Leveling lift feedback (3/4")

I do a very minor amount of offroading, and when I offroad it's fairly light mud, no rocks.

The biggest tire that I will ever go with is 33". I'm going to pick up some stock 32" Rubi tires here in the near future for a cheap upgrade and when those wear out I'll get some wheels and tires.

I was contemplating getting a 2.5" budget boost with the primary reason for going that route to just level the Jeep out (2 Dr Soft Top). Now I'm thinking that a $55 3/4" spacer lift up front might be the ticket.

I'd save a ton of money, get rid of the rake, and 32" tires wouldn't look way too small tucked under the fenders. I'd probably even be able to do this simple of an install myself since I wouldn't be messing with trac-bar brackets or things like that.

This should be a good upgrade. Level the Jeep and get some more capable, more aggressive tires.

Does it sound like a 3/4" spacer lift up front would suit me well? Any suggestions on which one to go with? I'm thinking I'll go with RC at the moment.


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Tyler
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 03:53 AM
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Sounds like a good plan. You can actually run 33's stock if you have the right back spacing on the rims. You might get minimum rub at full flex. With the 3/4 level kit, you'll be set if you're only going to be running 33's.
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 04:54 AM
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I stacked the 3/4" spacer on top of my TF 2.5 BB in the front. Since both of the TF spacers are 2.5, the factory rake does not change. When adding the 3/4" spacer up front, it did level out.

Therefore, the math should be about right for the factory setup as well. I have a 4-dr and the results may vary.
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 05:28 AM
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I used a Daystar spacer to level out my front end after the bumper/winch install.

Just another option.
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 05:34 AM
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Seriously, to level out your Jeep, fill it with gas.
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Laughingstok
Seriously, to level out your Jeep, fill it with gas.
That would be more expensive than installing a lift.
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 09:34 PM
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I'm going to go with the TF front 1" spacer. Should be an easy enough install even for me.

$32 from Northridge.

That and some KMs ought to have me level and mud-worthy.
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 10:09 PM
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$55 for 3/4 " leveling? $32 for skyjacker leveling... just ANOTHER option. oh, and $33 for teraflex 2" leveling...
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