nclehmann

Thanks. I've had it bookmarked from Day 1.

I've heard of it and I'll look into it - it was either of the two and I think they are similarly priced. Thanks.

I like OME products. I had their shocks on my TJ and was very happy with them.

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.

I can't imagine that they would be very expensive - aren't they poly or rubber? I can probably pick up a set of upper spring guides when I place the order.

Never thought of that. I was always focused with the 3" TF lift that never considered NOT getting the rear upper arms. If that's the case, I can easily save for a rear bumper - I'm looking at the Smittybilt XRC rear with tire carrier which is like $800.

Thanks!

m(a)ce

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.

JTG

You can get away with the stock rear trackbar also, if that helps your case.

JAM85

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.

phljeeper

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.

nclehmann

I've been following that thread too and was a little concerned about it. I looked at the Or-Fab carrier (was my first choice all along), but then started reading about rust problems. How has yours held up? It just seems a little flimsy on the hinge side - those stacked washers just don't give me the confidence I'm looking for in a $500+ product. I wish the tolerances were a bit tighter than that.

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.

nclehmann

4.10s with a 6-speed are fine for 35s. I've driven one and feels just fine. My daily commute is only 4 miles and I'm not on the highway for long stretches of time.

Thanks.

dgore2

One thing I didn't see mentioned that you may want also...adjustable sway bar links. I'd buy a set for the rear and put the original rears on the front.

nclehmann

I think the TF 2.5" kit comes with longer rear links. The stock rears would go up front like you stated.

nclehmann

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!!