TeraFlex 2.5" Coil Lift Kits and Coils
07-23-2008, 06:49 PM
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Hey Teraflex (Joe). I have a question. With 22 different oem spring rates and different shocks etc., how do you quys decide what firmness to go with on springs, shocks for your kit especially since this kit is for the 2&4 door ? I have the rubicon and love the ride so I am trying to decide if I would get the shocks or the adapter version. Thanks.
07-24-2008, 04:46 AM
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Hey Teraflex (Joe). I have a question. With 22 different oem spring rates and different shocks etc., how do you quys decide what firmness to go with on springs, shocks for your kit especially since this kit is for the 2&4 door ? I have the rubicon and love the ride so I am trying to decide if I would get the shocks or the adapter version. Thanks.
07-26-2008, 09:39 AM
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I work with Joe at TeraFlex and noticed your thread here. I just put a 2-1/2" kit on my new 4dr Rubicon and I chose the adapters. The Rubicon shocks are a high quality shock and would compare with any mono tube aftermarket shock out there. I think the ride is great and I have run all the lifts TeraFlex makes.
Why Jeep has so many spring options is a good question. When you look at the part number identification tags on the springs you'll see that the rear springs have a different number from the left to right side. With the fuel take fully on one side of the JK the loaded to unloaded tank could make a difference of about 160-175 lbs which may explain the two springs. So that contributes to the many different numbers. Different tire options and equipment packages are the explanation Jeep will give you. At TeraFlex we test the springs ourselves and try various rates until we find the one WE LIKE the best for what we do with our Jeeps. Our shocks are valved to fit our springs but we used the factory Rubicon shock as a base line to begin with so the fact that a Rubicon rides very well with a TeraFlex 2-1/2 spring kit with adapters is no surprise.
In my opinion if you planned to move up to a TeraFlex 3" or 4" kit in the future long or short arm, I would buy the 2-1/2" kit with the TeraFlex shocks because the shocks are the same in all three kits. It could save you from replacing the shocks later. If you’re going to run the 2-1/2 kit only then I would just get the adapters. If you ever destroy a factory Rubicon shock you can contact Joe and get a new take off cheap. We usually have some available. If your shocks are the “Blue” ones then they are the mono tube shocks and will do well with the adapters. If you have the black shocks then your shocks are light duty and you may consider getting the kit with the shocks.
Why Jeep has so many spring options is a good question. When you look at the part number identification tags on the springs you'll see that the rear springs have a different number from the left to right side. With the fuel take fully on one side of the JK the loaded to unloaded tank could make a difference of about 160-175 lbs which may explain the two springs. So that contributes to the many different numbers. Different tire options and equipment packages are the explanation Jeep will give you. At TeraFlex we test the springs ourselves and try various rates until we find the one WE LIKE the best for what we do with our Jeeps. Our shocks are valved to fit our springs but we used the factory Rubicon shock as a base line to begin with so the fact that a Rubicon rides very well with a TeraFlex 2-1/2 spring kit with adapters is no surprise.
In my opinion if you planned to move up to a TeraFlex 3" or 4" kit in the future long or short arm, I would buy the 2-1/2" kit with the TeraFlex shocks because the shocks are the same in all three kits. It could save you from replacing the shocks later. If you’re going to run the 2-1/2 kit only then I would just get the adapters. If you ever destroy a factory Rubicon shock you can contact Joe and get a new take off cheap. We usually have some available. If your shocks are the “Blue” ones then they are the mono tube shocks and will do well with the adapters. If you have the black shocks then your shocks are light duty and you may consider getting the kit with the shocks.
07-26-2008, 03:03 PM
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I work with Joe at TeraFlex and noticed your thread here. I just put a 2-1/2" kit on my new 4dr Rubicon and I chose the adapters. The Rubicon shocks are a high quality shock and would compare with any mono tube aftermarket shock out there. I think the ride is great and I have run all the lifts TeraFlex makes.
By the way, was that your Silver 4dr Rubi that Joe took pics of during the 2.5" coil kit installation?
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07-27-2008, 08:59 AM
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At TeraFlex we test the springs ourselves and try various rates until we find the one WE LIKE the best for what we do with our Jeeps. Our shocks are valved to fit our springs but we used the factory Rubicon shock as a base line to begin with so the fact that a Rubicon rides very well with a TeraFlex 2-1/2 spring kit with adapters is no surprise.
08-05-2008, 02:09 AM
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The 2.5” lift kit is an ultra simple lift kit designed for the serious no-frills four wheeling reminiscent of the old days. Build up the legend and go for a drive!The 2.5” of lift is the perfect amount to allow you to run a 35” tire, and give the
maximum wheel travel and articulation. Perfect for all daily driven Wranglers.
The kit is available in three configurations for your desired performance level.
The basic lift includes all of the essential items needed (some form of shock modification will be required- either adapters or new longer shocks). The kit with adapters will allow you to utilize the factory shock absorbers, and the third configuration includes TeraFlex VSS 9550 shock absorbers to fine tune the suspension movements of the lifted vehicle. Pick your version, bolt it on, and get on the trail! This kit will allow you to run up to a 35” tire (aftermarket wheels with 4.5” backspacing or less are required). Fits all JK Wranglers including Rubicon and Unlimited.
Springs will raise front 3" and rear 2.1"
#1351000 no shock or extensions
#1352000 shock adapters
#1251000 TeraFlex Shocks
2.5" Coils Springs $192.99 Retail price per set
#1853102 Front #1854102 Rear
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can you p.m. a quote with shipping to 44662 , on the kit with shocks , like the bottom kit
08-05-2008, 02:54 AM
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http://northridge4x4.com/proddetail.php?prod=TF-1251000
08-06-2008, 07:03 AM
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Ordered my lift with shocks from David at Northridge, it was here in a week! Everything is as said on previous post, packed really cool and looks great! I am planning on Sunday August 17th for installation(have to work this weekend
). I also ordered my gears, 488's, and was very surprised when they showed up at the same time as the lift! I really saved big on shipping with Northridge!! Thanks again David!
). I also ordered my gears, 488's, and was very surprised when they showed up at the same time as the lift! I really saved big on shipping with Northridge!! Thanks again David!