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What am I missing?? (lift)

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Old 09-11-2013, 05:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Denbag

I was looking at the smittybilt oversize tire carrier.
That should work.

Regarding C gussets, I'd do them sooner rather than later also. Cheap insurance.

I've been living with 3.73 gears on my manual 3.8 with 35's for almost a year. It's tolerable, at least here in flatland Florida but driving in any terrain, it's painful. Might want to start saving up for a regear. Santa is bring me 4.88 gears this year.
Old 09-11-2013, 06:04 AM
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Looks like you are off to a good start. I would take a few short shake down runs and then re-torque the bolts before heading out on any long trails.
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Originally Posted by BubbaJK2012
Friend with brand new Rubicon had bad factory unjoint blew out and has drivability issues now and we think when the u joint blew it bent housing slightly
Are upper and lower required? I'm looking at the TF front knuckle gussets which is just Upper.
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I did my rock krawler mostly by myself and had the girlfriend help with the jack sometimes. It can be done alone but having someone hand you tools help. Also need some help with the wheel spacers at least someone to put their foot on the breaks. I would say get a alignment done to make sure everything is set up right.
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Oh and just snug the bolts and tighten when you get it on the ground.
Old 09-12-2013, 05:16 AM
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running the 2.5" lift and the 35's I like the stock look of the fender flares what would I need bumpstop wise to not rub my fenders?
Old 09-12-2013, 05:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Denbag

Are upper and lower required? I'm looking at the TF front knuckle gussets which is just Upper.
I'd get the EVO ones !!!
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Originally Posted by BubbaJK2012
I'd get the EVO ones !!!
I will be ordering a set of Synergy or Artec, these are what northridge have available in canada can't seem to find an evo dealer and can't beat free shipping. Just waiting to hear back on availability.
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Sounds like you are well on your way. But, you didn't mention any of the important stuff, like CB radio, highlift, winch, straps, d-rings. tools. spares, etc. You may already have this stuff ready to go. In that case, have fun wheeling.



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