TF 2.5" BB vs. TF 2.5" Lift kit
10-09-2009, 01:29 AM
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If you're planning on upgrading in the future, then go with the coil lift from the beginning. What I'm going to be transfering to, TF BB to TF 2.5 coil/shock combo.
You're too worried about problems with such a small lift. Don't worry, nothing's going to happen.
You're too worried about problems with such a small lift. Don't worry, nothing's going to happen.
10-09-2009, 04:36 AM
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Suffolk, I've been asking myself this same question and I've seen people say the same thing. Drop the extra few dollars so you can upgrade later. Could you explain how the upgrade works. What would I buy a year from now after my coil lift is installed to upgrade it?
10-09-2009, 05:01 AM
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It Depends
Matt,
It really depends on a few things:
1. Are you concerned most with the look of the Jeep- the coil kit reduces the factory rake, the budget boost does not. This is due to the use of a larger coils on the front in the 2.5" coil lift.
2. Are you concerned with fuel consumption- I can assure you that these factory JK's sit in the nose dived position to be as fuel efficient as possible. I have no proof but I would venture to say that the BB might offer better gas mileage for those that do alot of driving.
3. Off road performance- outside of a stiffer ride with the coil kit, both are capable off road. You need only look at the trails and tales section and see what people are doing with these lifts.
4. Tire choice/clearance- an advantage of the coil kit is that you can still add spacers for additional lift. In either event you can do a body lift if need be.
I run the 2.5" coil kit, which I went to after a Daystar spacer lift. I also have TF quick discos and controll arms. They are a great company with solid products. Either way, you will be pleased.
Best of luck to you.
It really depends on a few things:
1. Are you concerned most with the look of the Jeep- the coil kit reduces the factory rake, the budget boost does not. This is due to the use of a larger coils on the front in the 2.5" coil lift.
2. Are you concerned with fuel consumption- I can assure you that these factory JK's sit in the nose dived position to be as fuel efficient as possible. I have no proof but I would venture to say that the BB might offer better gas mileage for those that do alot of driving.
3. Off road performance- outside of a stiffer ride with the coil kit, both are capable off road. You need only look at the trails and tales section and see what people are doing with these lifts.
4. Tire choice/clearance- an advantage of the coil kit is that you can still add spacers for additional lift. In either event you can do a body lift if need be.
I run the 2.5" coil kit, which I went to after a Daystar spacer lift. I also have TF quick discos and controll arms. They are a great company with solid products. Either way, you will be pleased.
Best of luck to you.
10-09-2009, 05:33 AM
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GO WITH THE COILS!!-the springs will settle a wee bit-but not nearly as much atrophy as the factory coils-now add a new bumper(s), winch, 35" spare, etc... your stockers will be gasping for air. any lift you would have gotten from the spacers will be gone, plus some-due to the load rating of the stock coils. as others have said as well, if you go with the TF coil kit-it will allow you to upgrade and customize, to a degree, down the road. ie, you'll have shock extenders, brake line extenders, bump stops, etc...-I've recently upgraded to "2" OME HD coils and achieved more lift than with my 2.5" TF coils, with 1" spacers on top-granted my lift is approx a year old now, so allow for some settling, but it didnt settle noticeably.good modding!
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10-09-2009, 05:47 AM
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Go with the coils the ride is awesome with them and they even out the rake, plus you wont have to do anything in the future if you plan to add heavy bumpers.
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10-09-2009, 08:12 AM
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I have ran the BB for over 2 years now....have wheeled the hell out of it, and not one hiccup.....I bought one of the early TF kits...my rig has 35's heavy warn bumper with winch....has a rake to it, as I didn't care...I can stuff the 35's all day, and with my setup, (wheels) they actually dont rub.....here's a few teaser pics.....After 2.5 years....I am ready to go higher......but i have no complaints whatso ever about the BB......I encourage you to spend the little extra, and go with the coils....like the boys said, it will give you a little more clearance, and get rid of that rake.....go for it you won't be dissapointed
10-09-2009, 11:29 AM
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I've been toying with this same question - thanks to everyone for weighing in. Looks like coils are the way to go - unless someone is wondering what to do with the extra BB they just took off (hint hint Suffolk JK)