Suspension Choices
04-08-2016, 05:31 AM
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I would throw out teraflex as they have poor geometry on the rear with short uppers that cause a lot of pinion rotation during articulation. I would not use rough country as the quality of their joints is questionable. Same with Rubicon Express. There are other long arm kits out there like Currie, Clayton, Genright, and Synergy. Look at the location of the mounts, most will have frame side brackets that hang down and can cause clearance issues. If you can look at install instructions on the different kits to see how much welding and cutting is involved. It is not a stretch to spend more then the kit cost to do the install. Don't attempt to do a long arm in you garage over a day with no tools and no experience cutting and welding. I agree with others about installing and learning about your suspension but if you are asking about different kits like in your op you likely don't have the knowledge and tools to install a long arm kit. I would agree to look into a custom shop and not 4wd parts as they are decent at installing bolt on kits but not so good when it comes to welding and fabricating. You should still review install instructions of the kit you buy to make sure what you bought was installed right. I have seen several rigs come out of the shop with control arms put on backwards, poor pinion angles, and bump stop/shocks not properly set up.
04-08-2016, 09:32 AM
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I would agree to look into a custom shop and not 4wd parts as they are decent at installing bolt on kits but not so good when it comes to welding and fabricating. You should still review install instructions of the kit you buy to make sure what you bought was installed right. I have seen several rigs come out of the shop with control arms put on backwards, poor pinion angles, and bump stop/shocks not properly set up.
You're not familiar with the guys at 4wd hardware in Ohio it seems. Jimmy, the shop supervisor, is a great welder and fabricator. He personally looks over the vehicles before they leave even if he didn't do the work. I would let him weld on my vehicle if that means anything. If you've had a different experience at another 4wp store, that is fine, the guys at the Columbiana 4Wheel Drive Hardware location are excellent though.
I'm fairly familiar with your area and there are a few shops/people in the area I can recommend for a kit install (regardless of brand you choose). Give us a call at 518-270-9822 and ask for Tom or send me a message.
RK
04-08-2016, 10:16 AM
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Before dropping the coin on a new lift may I suggest that you find local Jeeper's who have various lifts and take a ride. That is the only way you will determine what is best for you. Ride is 100% subjective. For me I am running a modified EVO Enforcer with 3 inch Plush Ride coils paired with Rancho MT 7000. As for paying a shop to install that is entirely up to you but chances are if you have basic hand tools and can follow instructions you can do the install in your driveway. If the requires welding find a good welder. Nothing worse than getting crappy welds and you rip a control arm mount off while wheeling.
One lift that has not been mentioned is the Rancho 4 in crawler long arm RS66105B
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Will
One lift that has not been mentioned is the Rancho 4 in crawler long arm RS66105B
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Will
04-08-2016, 12:02 PM
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Id suggest looking into issues that others have had with their lifts and especially having to remove control arms to rebuild joints at a later date. Im a big fan of teraflex and theyve always treated me amazing. Although, ive read numerous posts that say that the joints on their arms need rebuilding pretty often. I have heard great things about the evo arms and they also make a bolt on/weld on long arm kit. Also, might want to look into what type of spring you would wish to go with. I choose linear springs because like a very consistent spring feedback. Linear seem to have much less coil bind also. Also, depends on how heavy of a rig you plan to build.
04-08-2016, 05:32 PM
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You're not familiar with the guys at 4wd hardware in Ohio it seems. Jimmy, the shop supervisor, is a great welder and fabricator. He personally looks over the vehicles before they leave even if he didn't do the work. I would let him weld on my vehicle if that means anything. If you've had a different experience at another 4wp store, that is fine, the guys at the Columbiana 4Wheel Drive Hardware location are excellent though.
I'm fairly familiar with your area and there are a few shops/people in the area I can recommend for a kit install (regardless of brand you choose). Give us a call at 518-270-9822 and ask for Tom or send me a message.
RK
I'm fairly familiar with your area and there are a few shops/people in the area I can recommend for a kit install (regardless of brand you choose). Give us a call at 518-270-9822 and ask for Tom or send me a message.
RK
If you are looking for a shop in Reno/Spark Nate's Precision is where to go. He is a great fabricator, GM certified Tech, and has built several award winning show trucks and jeeps. Engine swaps, Jeep stretches, custom suspensions, axles, you name it.
04-08-2016, 06:00 PM
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Why you guys trying to kill my hustle? Lol
I personally know a few people that work there and I'm certainly not impressed. Also their wait time is absolutely ridiculous. Back in the day they quoted me $420 for an alignment and suspension check when it clearly states suspension inspections were free. I don't/won't shop there.
I personally know a few people that work there and I'm certainly not impressed. Also their wait time is absolutely ridiculous. Back in the day they quoted me $420 for an alignment and suspension check when it clearly states suspension inspections were free. I don't/won't shop there.
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