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Has anyone used the AEV Drop brackets for the caster correction? if so, what do you think, and would you suggest them for my application?
Here is the link: http://www.aev-conversions.com/shop/...ckets-frt.html
Here is the link: http://www.aev-conversions.com/shop/...ckets-frt.html
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Ok... did a bunch of research, and while I didn't want to spend this much money up front, I feel that it is better to do it the right way the first time. in addition to the OME 4" lift, would a full set of Currie control arms be enough to dial in the right settings for optimal drivability? I will also be ordering a Tom Woods front drive shaft after the lift is complete.
This is the lift kit I am picking up: 4 Inch Complete OME Jeep Wrangler JK Kit (OMEJK4)
Here is the link for the control arms: Currie Enterprises CJ Axle Parts
And this is the driveshaft: Tom Wood's Custom Drive Shafts 52301 9800 - Tom Wood's Front 1310 Drive Shaft for 07-14 Jeep® Wrangler & Wrangler Unlimited JK - Quadratec
From what I have read, this should be pretty good as far as quality. I am trying to figure out if there is anything else I absolutely NEED to get to make this work. Any suggestions are welcome. I am new to the game, and don't want to mess this up out of the gate. Thanks!
This is the lift kit I am picking up: 4 Inch Complete OME Jeep Wrangler JK Kit (OMEJK4)
Here is the link for the control arms: Currie Enterprises CJ Axle Parts
And this is the driveshaft: Tom Wood's Custom Drive Shafts 52301 9800 - Tom Wood's Front 1310 Drive Shaft for 07-14 Jeep® Wrangler & Wrangler Unlimited JK - Quadratec
From what I have read, this should be pretty good as far as quality. I am trying to figure out if there is anything else I absolutely NEED to get to make this work. Any suggestions are welcome. I am new to the game, and don't want to mess this up out of the gate. Thanks!
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I think the main source of that statement was a disagreement between a former forum admin and a vendor who chose not to pay. I have been running a front woods shaft for about 4 years now with no issues.
Coast/JE Reel/Tatton/Adams are all good choices. Regardless of which you choose, there is some great information on Woods website.
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Ok... did a bunch of research, and while I didn't want to spend this much money up front, I feel that it is better to do it the right way the first time. in addition to the OME 4" lift, would a full set of Currie control arms be enough to dial in the right settings for optimal drivability? I will also be ordering a Tom Woods front drive shaft after the lift is complete.
This is the lift kit I am picking up: 4 Inch Complete OME Jeep Wrangler JK Kit (OMEJK4)
Here is the link for the control arms: Currie Enterprises CJ Axle Parts
And this is the driveshaft: Tom Wood's Custom Drive Shafts 52301 9800 - Tom Wood's Front 1310 Drive Shaft for 07-14 Jeep® Wrangler & Wrangler Unlimited JK - Quadratec
From what I have read, this should be pretty good as far as quality. I am trying to figure out if there is anything else I absolutely NEED to get to make this work. Any suggestions are welcome. I am new to the game, and don't want to mess this up out of the gate. Thanks!
This is the lift kit I am picking up: 4 Inch Complete OME Jeep Wrangler JK Kit (OMEJK4)
Here is the link for the control arms: Currie Enterprises CJ Axle Parts
And this is the driveshaft: Tom Wood's Custom Drive Shafts 52301 9800 - Tom Wood's Front 1310 Drive Shaft for 07-14 Jeep® Wrangler & Wrangler Unlimited JK - Quadratec
From what I have read, this should be pretty good as far as quality. I am trying to figure out if there is anything else I absolutely NEED to get to make this work. Any suggestions are welcome. I am new to the game, and don't want to mess this up out of the gate. Thanks!
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OME shocks and coils are some of the best in the business (best twin-tube/ linear). There are, because that is their main focus of research, development, and production. With regards to geometry correction/ upgrades, there are better options that should be explored. That is where the fun/ hair-pulling comes in.
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OME shocks and coils are some of the best in the business (best twin-tube/ linear). There are, because that is their main focus of research, development, and production. With regards to geometry correction/ upgrades, there are better options that should be explored. That is where the fun/ hair-pulling comes in.
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Awesome sauce! I will look them up ASAP. Thanks!
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Ok... did a bunch of research, and while I didn't want to spend this much money up front, I feel that it is better to do it the right way the first time. in addition to the OME 4" lift, would a full set of Currie control arms be enough to dial in the right settings for optimal drivability? I will also be ordering a Tom Woods front drive shaft after the lift is complete.
This is the lift kit I am picking up: 4 Inch Complete OME Jeep Wrangler JK Kit (OMEJK4)
Here is the link for the control arms: Currie Enterprises CJ Axle Parts
And this is the driveshaft: Tom Wood's Custom Drive Shafts 52301 9800 - Tom Wood's Front 1310 Drive Shaft for 07-14 Jeep® Wrangler & Wrangler Unlimited JK - Quadratec
From what I have read, this should be pretty good as far as quality. I am trying to figure out if there is anything else I absolutely NEED to get to make this work. Any suggestions are welcome. I am new to the game, and don't want to mess this up out of the gate. Thanks!
This is the lift kit I am picking up: 4 Inch Complete OME Jeep Wrangler JK Kit (OMEJK4)
Here is the link for the control arms: Currie Enterprises CJ Axle Parts
And this is the driveshaft: Tom Wood's Custom Drive Shafts 52301 9800 - Tom Wood's Front 1310 Drive Shaft for 07-14 Jeep® Wrangler & Wrangler Unlimited JK - Quadratec
From what I have read, this should be pretty good as far as quality. I am trying to figure out if there is anything else I absolutely NEED to get to make this work. Any suggestions are welcome. I am new to the game, and don't want to mess this up out of the gate. Thanks!
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I recommend calling Tom Woods directly, 877-497-4238. You could probably get a better price and they will build you a custom shaft from simple measurements you provide to them. Tom Wood's Custom Drive Shafts - Tom Woods Custom Drive Shafts Custom Driveshafts Specialist
I see a lot of posts about how good Tom Woods is about customer service. I am probably going to pull the trigger on his shafts just because he seems to stand by his product.
Thanks for the info. Much appreciated.
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