Considering the 2.5" AEV Dual Sport XT Lift
#1
JK Enthusiast
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Considering the 2.5" AEV Dual Sport XT Lift
I am considering this lift kit to replace the RC 1.75" Spacer lift & shocks that I put on originally, which works well for now running my 33"s.
I have liked AEV vehicles & components ever since I met them at a MOAB at a Jeep Grand Cherokee event, when I had my 95 Grand Cherokee back in 2006. They brought a new Commander with their new lift kit they just finished.
I've been reading about their lifts and there are a few important things that I like about their lift:
- The "frequency tuned triple-rate" coils are, what I call, a progressive rate spring, along the same lines as the lowering springs I have on my Mustang. Giving me a comfortable ride when doing my DD thing and then stiffen up under load on the trails.
- The Bilstein shocks that are tuned to the springs.
- No need to relocate the exhaust.
- I'll also be upgrading to 35" tires
A couple questions for you:
Does anyone here run this setup and can share some real-world experience?
I am also thinking about buying their geometry correction brackets at the same time. Do you think it would be necessary at this lift height?
Thanks
I have liked AEV vehicles & components ever since I met them at a MOAB at a Jeep Grand Cherokee event, when I had my 95 Grand Cherokee back in 2006. They brought a new Commander with their new lift kit they just finished.
I've been reading about their lifts and there are a few important things that I like about their lift:
- The "frequency tuned triple-rate" coils are, what I call, a progressive rate spring, along the same lines as the lowering springs I have on my Mustang. Giving me a comfortable ride when doing my DD thing and then stiffen up under load on the trails.
- The Bilstein shocks that are tuned to the springs.
- No need to relocate the exhaust.
- I'll also be upgrading to 35" tires
A couple questions for you:
Does anyone here run this setup and can share some real-world experience?
I am also thinking about buying their geometry correction brackets at the same time. Do you think it would be necessary at this lift height?
Thanks
Last edited by Reddout99; 08-24-2020 at 08:22 AM.
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You can benefit from the geo correcting brackets at 2.5", though I'm finding I wish I had purchased 1 piece brackets....but the deal was too good to pass up when I bought them.
Jadmt runs AEV kits and swears by them.
Jadmt runs AEV kits and swears by them.
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Reddout99 (08-24-2020)
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JK Jedi
Any lift at all benefits from caster correction. The brackets are definitely a nice addition. I've helped people install those brackets before, and the multipiece once are definitely a little frustrating as you fiddle with them. I've thought the 1-piece designs look like a better option if you're willing to pony up another $60 or so.
Lot of people like the AEV lifts. I think they charge a bit of a premium for their fancy advertising verbiage, and have a beef with a few things like using brackets to extend sway bar links rather than just replacing the links with longer ones all together, but it's not a bad lift at all.
Lot of people like the AEV lifts. I think they charge a bit of a premium for their fancy advertising verbiage, and have a beef with a few things like using brackets to extend sway bar links rather than just replacing the links with longer ones all together, but it's not a bad lift at all.
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Reddout99 (08-24-2020)
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I hadn't looked at other Geo brackets and didn't realize there were one-piece options until you mentioned it. Rancho has a one-piece bracket on sale now for around $150, JKS also has them but at $175. Both have good reviews.
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JK Jedi
Metalcloak brackets are 1-piece as well, but I think the Rancho's are the most affordable and a nice set. Keep in mind that if you ever went in a different direction (full control arms for example), you'd be able to sell those and recover most of the cost. The 2-piece sets I've had to jack with before when helping others were Rubicon Express I believe. Fitment wasn't ideal and frustrated me.
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Reddout99 (08-24-2020)
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YES.. I installed this lift with Rancho GC brackets about 30 days ago on a 2013 JKU. Ride is better than Stock.. The Lift is 2.5 in PLUS.. I can recommend - we will be installing 35's in Sept on Pro Comp 7069 wheels 17 x 9. Have not been off road yet. I did use an experienced shop for the install (working on the driveway was not going to work out).
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