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Old 05-27-2010, 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by jvalason
Depending on what kind of wheeling you do why not save up a little bit more money and go rock krawler or terraflex?
Why not save the money and go with this kit? There isn't as much info/feedback about this lift as some of the other brands but so far I've heard nothing negative. It looks like they've built an affordable, quality lift. I'll let you know after I buy mine!! Anyone out there who has experience with this kit on the trail please give us your thoughts.
Old 05-27-2010, 01:02 PM
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Originally Posted by paul1k2k
Why not save the money and go with this kit? There isn't as much info/feedback about this lift as some of the other brands but so far I've heard nothing negative. It looks like they've built an affordable, quality lift. I'll let you know after I buy mine!! Anyone out there who has experience with this kit on the trail please give us your thoughts.
I've got a ton of experience wheeling with this kit... but my opinion my be a little biased .


For those that will be in the Truck & Jeep event next month in Ontario we will have our Green Jeep on display will a few items we've been testing for the last year.

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Old 05-27-2010, 02:57 PM
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Close up of the rear trackbar bracket and control arm ball joint. Notice the ball joints have cap screws. They are graphite impregnated and sealed instead of having grease fittings.
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You sure those aren't needle zerk grease fittings?
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Originally Posted by bondsy
Close up of the rear trackbar bracket and control arm ball joint. Notice the ball joints have cap screws. They are graphite impregnated and sealed instead of having grease fittings.
You sure those aren't needle zerk grease fittings?[/QUOTE]

They are Socket Head Cap Screws. These are very high-end joints. A couple of other manufacturers are using a similar joint.

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Old 05-27-2010, 07:23 PM
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PM me where you purchased the kit so that I can track it down for you. Thanks!

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Old 05-27-2010, 09:40 PM
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Originally Posted by RchyRch650
nice, looks good

be sure to put the before and afters up as quickly as you can, really want to see this kit on another jeep
I'll have pics up this weekend. As mentioned a few days ago, I put my stock coils back in so I could get a few accurate before/after pics to see exactly what the coils will do for a stock set up. The only difference being I didn't take off the 35" MTR's when I down-sized. I've got a few minor adjustments left to make and I should be able to get them done tomorrow night or Saturday morning. Until then, here's some pics of coil comparisons and a fuzzy shot of my jeep.

Front coils - stock, Teraflex 2.5" and Trail Master


Rear coils - stock, Teraflex 2.5" and Trail Master (no, that's not the front coil again)


Old 05-28-2010, 07:25 AM
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Has anyone measured the lift before and after? It looks like it sits pretty level. Does it really come out to 5" front and 3" rear? All the pics look good guys, keep them coming!!!
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I took a quick measurement last night and it looks like I'll have a little over 5" in the front and 4" in the back. But keep in mind that I also have a bumper, skidplate and winch on the front that weighs approx. 200lbs.
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What is the ride like compared to stock?
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Originally Posted by superstroked
What is the ride like compared to stock?
IMO, at about 500 miles post lift, very tight and slightly rougher than stock


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