The JK rake...what is it?
11-12-2009, 09:31 AM
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The JK rake...what is it?
The JK rake? What is it actually? Is it caused by the suspension? or would a body lift fix it? I'm guessing that the "fix" is really in the suspension parts. And that the body lift cannot really be practically done by multiple puck thicknesses. This rake was probably put in for aerodynamic reasons.....though probably not too effective. Thoughts?
11-12-2009, 09:50 AM
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It's suspension -- the rear springs have a too high load rate; the front springs load rate is too low. Which ever the reason, it's the coils/springs. Some JK's for some reason come off the lot with noticeable rakes, others don't. Most rakes are heavily effected by aftermarket bumpers and a winch.
A body lift nor a budget boost will fix this problem -- excluding the Teraflex leveling kit. Ultimate fix is a new suspension, or just a 1" puck spacer up front.
A body lift nor a budget boost will fix this problem -- excluding the Teraflex leveling kit. Ultimate fix is a new suspension, or just a 1" puck spacer up front.
11-12-2009, 09:51 AM
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After loading up the rear with a truck box, lots of tools, fluids, and spare parts (shafts, driveshafts, tie rods, etc.) the JK has reverse rake now. Front sits about 3/4"-1" higher.
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11-12-2009, 11:06 AM
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Measure from the ground to the pinch seam right behind the front fender and right before the rear fender. It will probably be 3/4" lower in front. If that is the case, put a 3/4" leveling spacer in the front, and be done with it.
The Rough Country budget boost lifts the front 2 1/2" and 2" in the rear to reduce the rake.
The Rough Country budget boost lifts the front 2 1/2" and 2" in the rear to reduce the rake.
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I hate the rake. I can't believe they build them this way. Since the vast majority of jeeps are bought by non-off roaders, I guess its just smart marketing to have the rake. It makes the jeep look less rugged, and therefore more appealing to soccer moms.
My jeep had a rake, right off the lot. I added a BB, still had rake. I added front and rear bumpers and a winch, then I REALLY had a rake. I had to add 3" teraflex coils up front to level out. Sits perfectly now.
My jeep had a rake, right off the lot. I added a BB, still had rake. I added front and rear bumpers and a winch, then I REALLY had a rake. I had to add 3" teraflex coils up front to level out. Sits perfectly now.