New AEV 2.5" DualSport XT Suspension Lift Question
03-15-2012, 03:41 PM
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The way gas prices are headed, not likely.. looked at 33's but I just can't get over the price difference when the 32" rubi take-offs are so cheap and easy to find.. paid $650/5 that had literally 11 miles on them, and I have seen them for even cheaper..
The front and back will drop some when I get the bumpers/winch back on, so I think it will be about perfect even w/o larger tires..
The front and back will drop some when I get the bumpers/winch back on, so I think it will be about perfect even w/o larger tires..
03-15-2012, 03:42 PM
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I read somewhere that in order to install the front shocks on 2012 models, some trimming would need to be done on the fender well to gain access to the upper shock bolt. As for the lower control arm maybe adding a pipe as added leverage to the breaker bar, or maybe investing in a cordless impact gun. For me since there will always be some maintenance or installation of aftermarket parts on the Jeep I invested in an air compressor and an impact gun & miscl air tools
I'm on the Home Depot website now pricing out Impact wrenches.
Soooo close to being done. This is my last major mod for the time being. I have about 1" of clearance with the top of my garage door.I'll post pics tommorrow, but I got over 3" of lift with this kit.
03-15-2012, 03:46 PM
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I like the ride better.. it does feel a little stiffer but seems to handle better (if that term can even be applied to a Jeep?).. basically less body roll or something like that.. I didn't drive it a whole lot stock but it is a big difference from my stock 2009 Rubi (of course the new engine helps a lot in that regard as well!)
Unfortunately I won't have any off-road time for a while.. was headed to Utah today but got sick so not going.. maybe in a few weeks
Unfortunately I won't have any off-road time for a while.. was headed to Utah today but got sick so not going.. maybe in a few weeks
03-15-2012, 11:56 PM
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I ordered this 2.5" kit + geometry correction brackets ! 
It won't be before another 4 weeks till I receive them (1/2 a world away).
I've been dealing with chassis and suspension engineering for a long time, and let me tell you: No suspension kits are as engineered and studied like those of AEV ... period. They are tuned and calibrated to perfection.
I respect the fact that they don't just make products if it doesn't make sound engineering sense. Like long Arm kits for JK.
Every Jeep is designed differently and on the JK you can't have all that ground clearance without compromising geometry and affecting the ride quality. I love them for just that.
It won't be before another 4 weeks till I receive them (1/2 a world away).
I've been dealing with chassis and suspension engineering for a long time, and let me tell you: No suspension kits are as engineered and studied like those of AEV ... period. They are tuned and calibrated to perfection.
I respect the fact that they don't just make products if it doesn't make sound engineering sense. Like long Arm kits for JK.
Every Jeep is designed differently and on the JK you can't have all that ground clearance without compromising geometry and affecting the ride quality. I love them for just that.
03-16-2012, 08:55 AM
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I still cannot get the front LCA bolt out! Tried PB blaster, heating it and an impact driver.....
Anyone have any ideas? Next step is finding someone in Northern DE....
Ughhhh so close....
Anyone have any ideas? Next step is finding someone in Northern DE....
Ughhhh so close....
03-16-2012, 09:46 AM
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Originally Posted by anonymark
I still cannot get the front LCA bolt out! Tried PB blaster, heating it and an impact driver.....
Anyone have any ideas? Next step is finding someone in Northern DE....
Ughhhh so close....
Anyone have any ideas? Next step is finding someone in Northern DE....
Ughhhh so close....
