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Old 03-12-2013, 01:21 PM
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I have a 3" lift on my 2012 JK already. Its made by zone and is a suspension lift but i absolutely hate it. I knew for the price it wouldnt be the best kit around but thought I would give it a try. It hasnt even been on for 1k miles and it makes so many noises everytime i turn or hit the smallest crack in the road. If id ont have the radio turned up then I cant stand driving it. Anyway thats not what I want so I want to stay 3" so I can keep my 35s on there but does anyone have any suggestions for a better kit or what has worked for them? Thanks guys!
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Can't go wrong with the tried and true...Teraflex or Rock Krawler.
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Originally Posted by afpilot82
Can't go wrong with the tried and true...Teraflex or Rock Krawler.
Yeah I think Im going to go with Teraflex 3". Thanks.
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Teraflex 2 1/2 lift works great for 35's. I had it on my 2 door and just purchases for my jkur. Save your money you won't be disappointed with the 2 1/2 . There's about a $300 difference between the 2

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If I was to run a different suspension system than my current, it would be OME with JKS lower arms and track bars.
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You sure it's not because you have really stiff shocks or too much pressure in your tires? No kit should make noises unless bolts are loose, joints are on their way out or stiff shocks.

I'd determine the real problem first before wasting $.
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I went with the RK 3.5 mid arm flex, quiet as a church mouse and rides better and smoother than stock. Oh yeah and Blistein 5100's.

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I went with the OME and 5100's and really like it.

I didn't do TB's or LCA's and it is a great ride.

I got about 2 1/2" out of this lift with bumpers and winch.
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Originally Posted by chad s
Teraflex 2 1/2 lift works great for 35's. I had it on my 2 door and just purchases for my jkur. Save your money you won't be disappointed with the 2 1/2 . There's about a $300 difference between the 2
Are you talking about the 2.5 inch leveling kit?
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Originally Posted by JK Inspired
If I was to run a different suspension system than my current, it would be OME with JKS lower arms and track bars.
Yeah if I keep this current setup I'm going with adjustable track bars and control arms


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