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SUGGESTIONS FOR A 3-3.5" LIFT ... (continued from 35's or 37's ....)

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Old 06-18-2013, 05:32 PM
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Default SUGGESTIONS FOR A 3-3.5" LIFT ... (continued from 35's or 37's ....)

Thanks to all the input and info from everybody who responded to my thread on JK-FORUM - "35's or 37's ...."

I've decided to rock with the 35's on 20x10.0 -44 offset wheels.

Now the next issue is what lift should I equip my new 2013 Jeep Wrangler Sport Unlimited with ..
Again it will not see much if any offroad action, it's mainly to cruise around town, hit the beach, and maybe snowboarding in the winter.

I'm looking at a 3-3.5" lift ... What does everybody here suggest?

Thank you guys in advance for your input and information!!
Old 06-18-2013, 06:14 PM
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The full traction 3" economy lift includes all you need except shocks for $550. Add in some 5100s for $300, lower front control arms if you want. No need for a drive shaft if you are not wheeling. Lift shocks and arms would be less than $1300. I have ran this lift on two jks and its a great kit.
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Never heard of Full Traction but I will def check out their site today ....

Originally Posted by mattgt5
The full traction 3" economy lift includes all you need except shocks for $550. Add in some 5100s for $300, lower front control arms if you want. No need for a drive shaft if you are not wheeling. Lift shocks and arms would be less than $1300. I have ran this lift on two jks and its a great kit.
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There s no point going out to buy a full suspension kit if its for aesthetic reason, mayb I suggest a 2.5 in budget boost? It will clear 35s easily and it's relatively inexpensive, these still allow you to go offroad with smooth stock suspension ride
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Check out the enforcer kit with a set of bilstein shocks. At 3" of lift you need something with a set of adjustable lower front control arms. Without it, the steering will not be very responsive.

This kit rides very soft
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Evo enforcer 3" with king 2.5 resi shocks. Just keep in mind for this kit ur wheel back spacing must be 4.5" or less.



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Been hearing alot of good things about TeraFlex lift kits ...
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Originally Posted by BLACK MARKT
Been hearing alot of good things about TeraFlex lift kits ...
You bet we all run the TeraFlex kits with no issues. Their complete 2.5" BB is the best starter kit out there. If you want to move up to a spring lift later you simply remove the factor springs and spacers and replace with lift springs. All the rest of the parts are the same.
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The AEV 2.5 or 3.5 kits offer great on-road handling. Not the cheapest option out there by far, but great fora DD.
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Originally Posted by Punisher417
Evo enforcer 3" with king 2.5 resi shocks. Just keep in mind for this kit ur wheel back spacing must be 4.5" or less.



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Is that last picture 35's or 37's and no lift? Looks significantly lower than the other pictures.


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