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Old 08-12-2009, 06:43 PM
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so right now i have a stock x 2 door with 305/65/17 M/Ts on pro comp wheels with 4.5 inch backspacing. when these wear out i plan on moving up to 35/12.5/17. my current setup rubs a little so im planning on installing a lift. my question is what lift should i get that will look right with my current setup and also allow me to put 35's on without rub when the time comes. money isnt really a huge factor because i want it done right and ive learned that you usually get what you pay for.
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PM bigbluejk, he's real happy with the TF 3in
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Of course if money doesn't matter , get the EVO system and long arms
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ya dude, that tera 3" works great. If you have the money go long arm like said above.
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bigblue did you lift kit require any additional parts (trac bars, sway bars, brake lines) or does the teraflex kit come with everything u needed.
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2.5" will clear 35"s, any more than 3.5" and you may be looking at new driveshafts. See what you like in that range (there are about 20+ kits of varying price and components in that range) and make the decision best for you!

The vid in my sig is my 2dr with the TF 2.5" and 35"s.
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Originally Posted by slimblack
bigblue did you lift kit require any additional parts (trac bars, sway bars, brake lines) or does the teraflex kit come with everything u needed.
I added JKS trackbars front and rear. It comes with front SS brake lines and a rear brake line drop bracket. Now that the tera trackbar is out, I would run it and their axle mounted bracket.
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well that sounds like a good option. have you had any issues with strain on the u joints due to the change in angle on the driveshafts.



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