Want to Lift Jeep atleast 3 inches
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JK Junkie
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From: Scottsdale, AZ
Want to Lift Jeep atleast 3 inches
Hi I want to lift my two door jeep to at least 3 inches or the max without voiding the warranty. But what is the difference between a lift kit, leveling kit, and a bodylift. I mostly use my jeep for school and some light ofroading. I don't rock crawl or do anything like that. Currently I'm running 33's and just need a good or decent way to lift my jeep. What is the best brand, kit, or package that I should buy?
JK Freak
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welcome to the forum man....if you do some searching(top right of the page is the SEARCH FORUMS tab) you will find PLENTY and i mean PLENTY of info you;re looking for.....but here's a link to get you started on the basics
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...72&postcount=2
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...72&postcount=2
JK Jedi Master
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From: Austin <--> Colorado Springs
If you haven't already done so, browse through the FAQ listed above when you get a chance.
For the warranty, best bet is to actually talk to your local dealerships to see their take on it. Some will balk on warranty work with 'any' aftermarket' parts. Some are more mod friendly, and are easier to work with. Basically, they have to 'prove' that the lift caused whatever damage you are getting worked on. Better to know in advance which dealers to go to.
A body lift, well, it lifts the body further up off the frame.
A suspension lift adds new coils (or spacers on top of existing coils) to move the whole frame/body up.
A levelling kit is a lift kit that is taller in the front than in the rear. They are designed to level out the built-in factory rake. (when the front end sits noticeably lower than the back)
For your needs, a basic BB spacer lift (budget boost) would probably be fine. The ride would stay the same, you would just be 2 inches taller. No need to worry about new shocks if you get a kit with the shock extensions.
When you get into the 3+ inch lifts, more and more items need to be replaced/changed/fixed. It all depends on your budget, of course, but since you don't think you'll be doing any semi-hardcore offroading, a shorter BB may be a better way to go.
For the warranty, best bet is to actually talk to your local dealerships to see their take on it. Some will balk on warranty work with 'any' aftermarket' parts. Some are more mod friendly, and are easier to work with. Basically, they have to 'prove' that the lift caused whatever damage you are getting worked on. Better to know in advance which dealers to go to.
A body lift, well, it lifts the body further up off the frame.
A suspension lift adds new coils (or spacers on top of existing coils) to move the whole frame/body up.
A levelling kit is a lift kit that is taller in the front than in the rear. They are designed to level out the built-in factory rake. (when the front end sits noticeably lower than the back)
For your needs, a basic BB spacer lift (budget boost) would probably be fine. The ride would stay the same, you would just be 2 inches taller. No need to worry about new shocks if you get a kit with the shock extensions.
When you get into the 3+ inch lifts, more and more items need to be replaced/changed/fixed. It all depends on your budget, of course, but since you don't think you'll be doing any semi-hardcore offroading, a shorter BB may be a better way to go.