View Poll Results: TeraFlex, MetalCloak, or other?
TeraFlex
8
33.33%
MetalCloak
14
58.33%
other
2
8.33%
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TeraFlex 2.5" lift or MetalCloak 2.5" lift?
12-15-2015 | 02:40 PM
#21
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JK Newbie
Joined: Dec 2015
Posts: 24
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From: College Station, Texas
Driving like a POS isn't just about the name on the side of the box or the sticker on the component. It is also about learning what all you are changing when you start adding suspension height, which components fix those issues, and then installing/maintaining them correctly. Wouldn't be hard to find a Teraflex or Metalcloak that drives worse than a Rough Country or ProComp or any other mfg, simply because of the install, or because of worn out joints/ends, or whatever.
A BB will be like any other lift, it's all about your knowledge and expectations. At 2-2.5" some people don't bother correcting caster, others do. Same with axle centering, and brakelines, and bumpstops, and everything else. You either want to correct it, or you don't. But again, the fact that you chose a spacer instead of a coil or mfg A instead of mfg B, nope, not really the reason for driving like crap. (and btw, wasn't trying to talk you into or out of any specific lift, just raising a point...)
And if you choose the no lift/flat flare route, remember that there is more to it than just slapping the flares and tires on. You still need to check all the clearances, backspace, bumpstops, etc, especially with the tires stuffed. Don't wait til you're out in the boonies to find out that you're about to shred a tire.
A BB will be like any other lift, it's all about your knowledge and expectations. At 2-2.5" some people don't bother correcting caster, others do. Same with axle centering, and brakelines, and bumpstops, and everything else. You either want to correct it, or you don't. But again, the fact that you chose a spacer instead of a coil or mfg A instead of mfg B, nope, not really the reason for driving like crap. (and btw, wasn't trying to talk you into or out of any specific lift, just raising a point...)
And if you choose the no lift/flat flare route, remember that there is more to it than just slapping the flares and tires on. You still need to check all the clearances, backspace, bumpstops, etc, especially with the tires stuffed. Don't wait til you're out in the boonies to find out that you're about to shred a tire.
I would buy a basic, reputable (Rock krawler, Teraflex, metal cloak, rubicon express) 2.5" kit with some decent shocks. Drive it, see how you like it. If it's too flighty or hard to drive (which it probably won't be but everyone has their own opinion and thoughts) get a front track bar and either geo brackets or adjustable lower front control arms and it will be better than factory. Unless you want to dive into the world of crawling and Offroad ventures then by all means go balls out lol
I like that plan of going with a basic kit and seeing how it drives. Hopefully this will save me some money.
12-15-2015 | 02:47 PM
#22
JK Junkie
Joined: Jan 2013
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From: CT
Haha ......!!
12-15-2015 | 03:36 PM
#24
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 479
Likes: 35
From: St. Johns, FL
I'm quite satisfied with my 2.5 TeraFlex. I'm still running 33's and rides great both on and off road, before i step up to 35's I will be regearing, have 3.73 now but really can't complain too much with its performance.
12-15-2015 | 09:21 PM
#25
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JK Newbie
Joined: Dec 2015
Posts: 24
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From: College Station, Texas
after many suggestions and more research. I decided on a couple of items.
TeraFlex 2.5" Coil lift w/ 9550 shocks
TeraFlex adjustable front trackbar
Mickey Thompson 315/75R16 ATZP3
16" ATX Revine rims - Matte Grey
Thanks for the suggestions everyone, I appreciate it. I think the setup will be what I am looking for and not break the bank.
TeraFlex 2.5" Coil lift w/ 9550 shocks
TeraFlex adjustable front trackbar
Mickey Thompson 315/75R16 ATZP3
16" ATX Revine rims - Matte Grey
Thanks for the suggestions everyone, I appreciate it. I think the setup will be what I am looking for and not break the bank.
12-16-2015 | 02:32 PM
#27
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 200
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From: Georgetown, TX
You'd be fool not to save some serious cash and do N4x4's deal on a TF kit wth Ranch 9K's.
TeraFlex JK 2 Door or 4 Door, 2.5 inch Lift Kit - TER-PROMO-1
Add the TF front adjustable track bar and TF sport front lower control arms and call it a day.
You won't go wrong with either brand. I've run both and both are top shelf. Both are upgrade-able. MC GC is nice, but when you get into the $3k plus range TF has some incredible kits too and some that MC can't touch.
Personally, I run a frankenlift with MC springs, lowers, OME shocks and everything else TF.
TeraFlex JK 2 Door or 4 Door, 2.5 inch Lift Kit - TER-PROMO-1
Add the TF front adjustable track bar and TF sport front lower control arms and call it a day.
You won't go wrong with either brand. I've run both and both are top shelf. Both are upgrade-able. MC GC is nice, but when you get into the $3k plus range TF has some incredible kits too and some that MC can't touch.
Personally, I run a frankenlift with MC springs, lowers, OME shocks and everything else TF.
12-17-2015 | 02:12 AM
#30
JK Junkie
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 3,213
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From: Grand falls, Newfoundland
after many suggestions and more research. I decided on a couple of items.
TeraFlex 2.5" Coil lift w/ 9550 shocks
TeraFlex adjustable front trackbar
Mickey Thompson 315/75R16 ATZP3
16" ATX Revine rims - Matte Grey
Thanks for the suggestions everyone, I appreciate it. I think the setup will be what I am looking for and not break the bank.
TeraFlex 2.5" Coil lift w/ 9550 shocks
TeraFlex adjustable front trackbar
Mickey Thompson 315/75R16 ATZP3
16" ATX Revine rims - Matte Grey
Thanks for the suggestions everyone, I appreciate it. I think the setup will be what I am looking for and not break the bank.
