I still can't decide on the size lift and tires i want to get. On one hand i would like to get 35's and a 3-4 inch lift. But this will be my daily driver and i feel that going that route will really bog me down on the highway. So I'm starting to think a 2 - 2.5 inch lift and when my stock 32's wear out i can get 33's. Any advice from the guys who drive there's everyday? I really think i am leaning toward a RE 2 inch BB or the teraflex 2.5 and 33's. then down the road if i really want to go larger i can and will just sell the lift and go larger. Any thoughts?

 

I went with a 2.5 BB and 33's. That was plenty for me as my daily driver. I felt a difference in power when I did that. Not bad but noticeable, I think i can get some of it back with a few more mods. I haven't noticed too much of a drop in fuel mileage but it did affect it, haven't checked it yet though. From what I've heard if you go to 35's you'll need to re-gear also. Good luck

 

Interesting. I am getting the Tera 2.5" on tomorrow and 33's next week. What mods can I make to regain the power?

 

Fulltraction 3" on 35" regeared to 5.13's. Its a perfect set up for DD purposes and wheeling on the weekend.

 

You had 4:10 gears before correct? How was that, could you get by ok until you geared?

 

Definetly, it was just a little slow on the highway. It does fine until a big long grade, then I had to downshift.. Its definetly liveable ....

 

would it be ok on an auto?

 

the guys that drive the 4wd giveaway JK says its ok. but is a dog in the mountains, I'm sure someone on here has the set up, Maybe they'll chime in.

 

I agree with PiginaJeep: 3", 35's and 5.13's. But, I want to clarify: your JK is an automatic, yes? If you have the 6-spd, you won't feel as "powerless" and could get by for a while without regearing. Of course, even stock, she doesn't exactly tackle the hills like a Ferrari! That's why the engine compartment has room for 2 more cylinders...

 

if you don't mind, how much is a regear and can you diy?