Leveling kit?
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Leveling kit?
Hello- I'd like to get rid of the factory rake so was wondering what leveling kit would be best with the following mods I'm looking to do? I have a '09 Sahara JK.
16 X8 pro-comp 7069 wheels w/ Goodyear Duratracs (285/75/16) - set of 5 (1 for the spare)
Mopar off-road bumper (NO winch).
I know there's tons of threads about this but my JK is simply a daily driver. I just want to give it a more agressive look. I've heard that the off-road bumper might cause some sag in the front. And, I'm not sure if the new spare will also cause some sag in the rear. I was thinking of going w/ the Terraflex 1.5" Performance leveling kit but wasn't sure if this was more than what I need or if I'd still have the rake 'cause I'll be adding the off-road bumper. I'd appreciate any advice!!!
16 X8 pro-comp 7069 wheels w/ Goodyear Duratracs (285/75/16) - set of 5 (1 for the spare)
Mopar off-road bumper (NO winch).
I know there's tons of threads about this but my JK is simply a daily driver. I just want to give it a more agressive look. I've heard that the off-road bumper might cause some sag in the front. And, I'm not sure if the new spare will also cause some sag in the rear. I was thinking of going w/ the Terraflex 1.5" Performance leveling kit but wasn't sure if this was more than what I need or if I'd still have the rake 'cause I'll be adding the off-road bumper. I'd appreciate any advice!!!
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I went with the 1.5" Teraflex (spacer) leveling kit. I currently have a stock front bumper with no winch. Sometimes it seems level but sometimes it sags up front about a 1/2".
I don't want a full 2.5" lift because I am running 275/70 R18 tires - the tires will look really small.
I personal think the level kits can work out great it you have rubicon springs. It seems most rubicons level out great with the kit. To make a super long story short this weekend I'm trying the Teraflex coil leveling kit. Hopefully, this will work better and if not I could add a small spacer without problems. I will let you know.
Jay
I don't want a full 2.5" lift because I am running 275/70 R18 tires - the tires will look really small.
I personal think the level kits can work out great it you have rubicon springs. It seems most rubicons level out great with the kit. To make a super long story short this weekend I'm trying the Teraflex coil leveling kit. Hopefully, this will work better and if not I could add a small spacer without problems. I will let you know.
Jay
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Go with the Teraflex 1.5" Performance Leveling Kit. It'll prevent sag and is designed with the intention of adding aftermarket bumpers. I used the TF 1.5" spacers and intended to add a bumper in a few years. Well, that only lasted 6 weeks and now with my AEV bumper my "rake" is back.
Careful mounting that new spare to the stock tailgate too. It's not really designed for heavier weight tires and could break the welds over time.
Careful mounting that new spare to the stock tailgate too. It's not really designed for heavier weight tires and could break the welds over time.
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Thanks! Yea- I think the TF 1.5 might be just what I need. Thought of the spacers but didn't think it would hold up. Also, would you recommend the TF shocks or I be ok with the stock ones? Wondering if it would be a nicer ride with the TF ones...
I also will be getting the Daystar bump stops for the spare to help compensate for the added weight..but I'm not sure how much heavier the new spare will be...
I also will be getting the Daystar bump stops for the spare to help compensate for the added weight..but I'm not sure how much heavier the new spare will be...
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I love my Teraflex Leveling kit. Effectively takes out the rake and the stance is perfect IMO. I have some friends that love the AEV spacer kit as well, but they both are essentially the same product. The Teraflex is 100 bucks cheaper. Check out my photos for the install and you can see the difference in the stance of the JK.
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Originally Posted by aekdbrich
I love my Teraflex Leveling kit. Effectively takes out the rake and the stance is perfect IMO. I have some friends that love the AEV spacer kit as well, but they both are essentially the same product. The Teraflex is 100 bucks cheaper. Check out my photos for the install and you can see the difference in the stance of the JK.
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I've installed the teraflex leveling kit on two jeeps in the last two months. Works, looks and installed great. No change in ride quality and gets rid of the god aweful rake.