Edge Hawk

Will that work ok?

I'd need to get a procal to reset the speedo. Will I need anything else? Should I get rims with 4.5" BS vs stock or will my stock rims be ok?

trying to figure out how much I'll have to spend.

JKMudder

I don't see why it wouldnt work. You'd have 3" of total lift which should be enough to clear the 35s fine. As for wheels, that depends on the width of the tires, not the height. If you're looking to run a 12.5" wide tire, you'll need spacers or wheels with less backspacing than stock.

wayoflife

i've done it before and it works well. 4.5" of BS is a good amount to have with a 12.50 wide tire. if you run your stock wheels, you will need 1.5" wheel spacers.

Verdulken

I agree, this is how I started and it worked well for me for a long time

Trimming the stock fenders would help too