Viking99

Hi. The 2016 Rubicon Hard Rock has stock 31'' tires.. I wish to bump up to 35s. I've come to learn that a leveling kit lifts the FR 2'' and the RR 1''. It being a Rubicon, this might be enuff lift but I have doubts since I want to retain the stock fenders. What are your thoughts on this ? If that's a no go, the Mopar 2'' lift kit is labeled as a 2'' but from what I've learned here and on other websites, it lifts more like 2 1/2''. Being a manual transmission, would this require a regearing or would the 4.10s be adequate ? I'm not into rock climbing. The only off roading I do is gravel roads when hunting & fishing - nothing like Moab & such. I'm aiming for a low center of gravity. Thanks so much for your advice. Cheers !

resharp001

3.6L manual with 35s and 4.10s would be fine for your use. If you want 35s and the factory fenders, I'd go with the 2" lift. If you net an extra 1/2" out of it not gonna be a big deal. 2.5" and 35s is a nice combo in general as far as looks and function.

Viking99

Thanks for your input, resharp

Jay2013jk

Hello Viking99... Real experience I have 2 JKUs..both on 35s..both 6spds.. Non-stock wheels... 2013 - 3.73 gearing .with AEV 2.5" Dual Sport we got a 4 inch increase over 33's at time of install. 2016 with AEV 2" Spacer lift and it was actually 2" lift. 4.11 gearing. I would not do the level kit based on what we did and what we got.. Both are DDs & the 4.11 is delivering what we want. IMO the 4.10 will be FINE... The MOPAR 2" is a good lift. Here is the 2" spacer lift with the stock fenders on a Sport JKU:

Viking99

Jay, your response and resharp's have convinced : the Mopar 2'' lift is a go. Your pics are appreciated as they show exactly what I envisioned. It's good to know the gearing is adequate. Thanks for helpin' me out with your input. Vaya Con Dios !

jimlc2001

Hey Viking, just wanted to share this with you. I have the Mopar 2" lift with the stock Sahara size tires. Plenty of space to run 35s and I'm looking at eventually regearing to 4:10 so I can run 35s. It's been a great lift and the new driveshaft prevents contact with the exhaust if you choose to flex the setup. I would also recommend geo brackets to help with alignment issue. The Mopar set up does come with cam bolts, but the geo brackets are a safer way to go.

Viking99

Thanks, Jim. The height increase on your JK gives a good view of real result. Your comment complements those from resharp & Jay. Thanks for posting the pictures. Bonne route et salutations de Montréal.