Is there anything I'm missing or haven't thought of?
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I'm sure you've seen the TF write-up - definitely a good read.
Have you looked at AEV Pro Cal vs. Pro Comp? I'm not too familiar with the Pro Comp but AEV has been solid for me for what it is. Superchips offers even more & might be worth waiting/saving for. Look here to read more positive praise for the Superchips.
I have 'em and love 'em. They yield about 11.5" of travel.
I'm not sure how much travel the TF shocks have that come with this kit but it might be less. With that said two things to think about if the OME LT are noteably longer:
a. your brake lines. TF kit comes with brackets to drop the lines. This may or may not be enough for the OME LT shocks. You can test them as joe002 did in the write up to simulate flex. If its too close you can obviously add brakelines before you wheel it hard.
a. your brake lines. TF kit comes with brackets to drop the lines. This may or may not be enough for the OME LT shocks. You can test them as joe002 did in the write up to simulate flex. If its too close you can obviously add brakelines before you wheel it hard.
b. coil retention: TF comes with lower rear spring retainers. If you look @ the PDF instructions on the TF site they caution that if you add shocks that are a longer then 25" (full extended length) you should add a 1/2" rear upper spring guide. Maybe David @ Northridge or ARBSeth can confirm the length.
3. control arms: . You'll be happy you budgeted the front lowers. Noticeable difference on the road. You might consider skipping the rear uppers (at least for now) and save that $ towards a tire carrier or put it to the programmer. From my understanding (which is limited! ) the rear uppers won't be necessary at this lift height on an unlimited.
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You're welcome
Depending on your use I'd also think about the TF shocks. I think they have a little more travel and allow for more flex I believe. BUT the OME ride sooo nice. Tough call.
Yeah they're pretty cheap. Maybe add a front spacer too if you see a front bumper/winch in your future. It will save you the hassle of dropping the coils out again.
Check out this Smitty thread. Seems like they're fixing the issue. An alternative is the Or-Fab carrier, mine has been great so far. No bumper but prevents tailgate damage & runs like $530 bucks.
I'd rather not install longer brake lines - I don't want to bleed the lines and go through all that. I've never done it and would rather not. If I can get away with longer drop brackets or maybe get the standard OME shocks, it may be better. I'll have to look into that. Thanks again.
Check out this Smitty thread. Seems like they're fixing the issue. An alternative is the Or-Fab carrier, mine has been great so far. No bumper but prevents tailgate damage & runs like $530 bucks.
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I have that same lift and since I was on a budget I went with the kit with shocks and decided to use the rear track bar bracket that came with the kit and re used the stock rear trackbar, instead of replacing it with an adjustable one from tf. However, getting that bracket to line up perfectly took some serious finagling to get in to place and using a brand new track bar would of been much easier. Im also still running stock control arms with no problems at all. She feels a little loose at times but its nothing horrible. Nothing that any past jeep owners haven't experienced. If I ever add spacers or higher springs I will definitely go out and buy new tf control arms and a front track bar, but for now everything is great how it is. Just letting you know in case you might want to use some of that cash towards something else.
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You could go without the rear adjustable control arms and save a few dollars. The fronts are critical, but have not heard anyone have complaints about the rear. The 2.5" should be plenty for the 35's.
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Check out this Smitty thread. Seems like they're fixing the issue. An alternative is the Or-Fab carrier, mine has been great so far. No bumper but prevents tailgate damage & runs like $530 bucks.
I've read the TF shocks are a bit harsher on the road than the OMEs. If I go with TF shocks, I can probably go with the 3" lift with the 2 flexarms, since TF gives them almost free as part of the package deal. But I think I'd rather have the OMEs for the ride comfort.
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I think I'm going to do that! It'll save me $300. If I'm able to get all 5 tires mounted for $1200 like GoodysGotaCuda stated, I may be able to get both front and rear bumpers!!