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11-20-2009, 09:23 AM
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If you're trying to go from a 4" lift to a 6", poly spacers/body lifts are an option, and relatively cheap. I've been debating it, I already have a 4" tuff country system. I'm running 35's, just out of curiosity why are you completely set on 40" tires?
I MIGHT consider 37's after I get 5k for the RIPP supercharger but I can't see a point in 40's unless you've got a tricked out bank account and go off-road EVERY weekend.
I MIGHT consider 37's after I get 5k for the RIPP supercharger but I can't see a point in 40's unless you've got a tricked out bank account and go off-road EVERY weekend.
11-20-2009, 07:37 PM
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Well I guess the fastest way there would be to get rid of the fenders completely, swap in d44's with 5.13's or higher, reinforce the hell out of them and get swampin
11-21-2009, 06:37 AM
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Is this similar to what you want it to look like?
If so, here is what you need.....
First of all, I did 3 solid months of research on which lift to go with. I lurked on this forum since late 2008 and finally pulled the trigger on a TeraFlex 6" long arm suspension system. They call it a 'system' because it is MUCH more than just a 'kit'. They include all of the suspension componenets that you need to properly lift a Jeep that high in order to compensate for control arm adjustments, steering, component clearance, etc.
Another HUGE factor is that TeraFlex SUPPORTS thier product. If by chance you actually break something...call them up! Plus their rep, Joe Thompson is very active on this forum and always there to answer questions.
Now as far as extras you'll need outside of the suspension lift...
~ Plan on needing new driveshafts front AND rear
~ New gears front AND rear - go with 5.13 or 5.38 (I run Yukon 5.13s)
~ Choose your tires wisely - 40's retail anywhere from $400-$1000 each and you'll need 5 of them! Disocunt Tire is probably one fo the best resources and they offer tire warranties. Discount Tire Direct is a sponsoring vendor of this forum
~ Performance upgrades like an intake and exhaust can't hurt to help bring the power back up from the big tires. I also added a Superchip Flashpaq programmer which allows you to recalibrate your computer in order to compensate for the larger tires and gear change. It also has several programs built in so you can select the mode you want to run.
This also assumes that you have at least Dana 44 axles front and rear. If you don't, a 40" tire may be too much for it to handle off-road. I personally know people running 40's on a D30 but the Jeep sees more pavement than dirt. I upgraded to RCV Performance CV style front axle shafts in order to buy some time on the things that break most often. Dana 60s are in my future but not just yet.
Good luck!
If so, here is what you need.....
First of all, I did 3 solid months of research on which lift to go with. I lurked on this forum since late 2008 and finally pulled the trigger on a TeraFlex 6" long arm suspension system. They call it a 'system' because it is MUCH more than just a 'kit'. They include all of the suspension componenets that you need to properly lift a Jeep that high in order to compensate for control arm adjustments, steering, component clearance, etc.
Another HUGE factor is that TeraFlex SUPPORTS thier product. If by chance you actually break something...call them up! Plus their rep, Joe Thompson is very active on this forum and always there to answer questions.
Now as far as extras you'll need outside of the suspension lift...
~ Plan on needing new driveshafts front AND rear
~ New gears front AND rear - go with 5.13 or 5.38 (I run Yukon 5.13s)
~ Choose your tires wisely - 40's retail anywhere from $400-$1000 each and you'll need 5 of them! Disocunt Tire is probably one fo the best resources and they offer tire warranties. Discount Tire Direct is a sponsoring vendor of this forum
~ Performance upgrades like an intake and exhaust can't hurt to help bring the power back up from the big tires. I also added a Superchip Flashpaq programmer which allows you to recalibrate your computer in order to compensate for the larger tires and gear change. It also has several programs built in so you can select the mode you want to run.
This also assumes that you have at least Dana 44 axles front and rear. If you don't, a 40" tire may be too much for it to handle off-road. I personally know people running 40's on a D30 but the Jeep sees more pavement than dirt. I upgraded to RCV Performance CV style front axle shafts in order to buy some time on the things that break most often. Dana 60s are in my future but not just yet.
Good luck!
you really need to think of what you want verses what you can afford all joking aside
11-21-2009, 07:01 AM
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i understand that......this isn't my daily driver, so i can afford to be out of commision for awhile......i want to make sure i do it right, but know it is expensive. thats why im looking for suggestions from everyone. 
11-21-2009, 10:35 AM
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Well some universal parts that could stay with you through the upgrades would be new drive shafts (Tom Woods probably best bet), 5.13 or higher gearing (Yukon w/Timken bearings), d44's front and rear, and new fenders if your state req. them. All of those are in my next years budget and I'm just trying to move up to 37's.
Good Luck
Good Luck
11-22-2009, 08:02 PM
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The TeraFlex 6" long arm kit actually includes everything you need for proper suspension geometry all the way down to the stainless steel brakelines. Just add driveshafts (TeraFlex of course like mine
), gears, wheels & tires and out of the box you will have SOOOO much fun!!! A 6" suspension system with 40" tires is cheating on most rock trails since you don't scrape and what use to look like a big rock now becomes a baby. Beyond that, it just comes down to driver experience and picking the right line. 