OK, i used to have a 2008 JKU sport, just upgraded to a 2012 JKU Rubi. I never lifted the 08. After having my head nearly explode from all the information... (all very good information, thanks forum!) I looked at the Teraflex 2.5 Coil lift, Rusty's 3.25 and the Rough Country 3.5 series II. I've read good things about Rusty's, but the $100 in shipping I could spend on other components. The Rough Country I have, like everyone else, heard good and bad. I tried to find some info on the new series II kit to see if anyone had info on whether or not the new springs sag or not, but couldn't really find anything. I keep coming back to the TF. It also seems that 2.5" is just about optimum without having to add several other components. So, this is where I am at right now: Teraflex 2.5" Coil lift with shock extensions, with the intent of upgrading to Bilsteins later. If I still want more lift after that, I figured I could add 1" coil spacers front and back, and address the driveshaft at that time. Meanwhile, I would replace the track bars with adjustables early next year, and also add adjustable control arms.

If anyone thinks this makes sense, has other suggestions, or any other information about the lifts mentioned or others (and I don't want to go crazy adding a $1500 lift, as I am a casual offroader), any and all comments are appreciated. Also, I am currently running Treadwright 33s, which actually measure almost 34, but intend at a later time to move up to a 35.

Thanks all!

 

I suggest getting the Bilsteins now. Why do twice the work?

 

are shocks that much of a PITA? I just figured since the Rubi shocks are brand new, why not get some use out of them.

 

shocks are actually very easy to install, but you wont fully appreciate your lift with the stock shocks. Upgrade to something that rides nice the first time around.

 

good to know... thank you!

 

Of the options u listed, TF is my vote. IMHO go w/Bilsteins now. Also the TBs and adj CAs are a good choice too. Dont forget Dave at Northridge for a quote. Im sure he'll end up being the one u buy from.

 

x2 on ordering from Dave @ Northridge4x4. He should give you a good deal on the shocks too

 

LOL... already visited Northridge and have some stuff waiting in my shopping cart. I will have to look into the bilsteins there. Thanks guys!