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Wrangler JL Spacer Lift Options

Discussion in 'Wrangler JL (2018+)' started by csuviper, Oct 17, 2018.

  1. Oct 17, 2018 at 9:59 AM
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    csuviper

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    Doing research for a small low cost spacer lift for my wifes jeep so i thought i would post this for everyone to see. Let me know if you find a separate kit that should be added to the list.


    Rough Country 2.5" spacer lift = $179.95
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    Pro Comp 2" lift kit = $223.99
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    Pro Comp 2" lift kit with shock extensions = $299.99
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    Rubicon Express 2" lift kit = $299.99
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    Rubicon Express 2" lift kit = $399.99
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    Teraflex 1.5" spacer lift = 160.99
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    Teraflex 1.5" lift with falcon bump stops = $260.99
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    JKS Adjustable coil spacer 1" to 3.5" lift = $280
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    Superlift 2.5" lift kit = $399.99
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    Zone 2" lift kit = $359.95

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    Tough Country 2" lift kit = $168.89
    *states new shocks are required
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    Fabtec 3" lift kit = $593.10
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    csuviper, Oct 17, 2018
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  2. Oct 17, 2018 at 2:41 PM
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    OFFGRID

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    OFFGRID Well-Known Member

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    Howell fuel injection, header, HEI distributor, TH350, NP208, SOA lift with YJ springs in the front & GW springs in the Rear. AMC20 with G2 1 piece chromos trussed, Dana 30 with G2 chromos and 760x ujoints and MM Stainless Hubs, Geared 4.56. Tom Woods shafts, Metal cloaks, Caged, 37" Toyo MTs.
    I tend to talk down Rough Country, but that kit looks like a good one. I prefer metal spacers to poly, but Teraflex and Metalcloak are my two favorite brands. None of the lifts you have chosen come with shocks, but several have shock extension brackets. I would get longer shocks instead of using the brackets. You also have a wide range of lifts here from 1.5in to 3.5in lift. If 3.5in lift is what you are going for I would definitely consider the Metalcloak 3.5in lift. It is expensive, but it comes with shocks and the correct track bars both front and rear (easily worth $800 if you bought them seperately). They also use dual rate springs (unlike the superlift kit you posted) for a much better ride both on and off road. https://www.metalcloak.com/JL-3-5-True-Dual-Rate-Lift-Kit-Rocksport-Edition-p/7633.htm
     
    OFFGRID, Oct 17, 2018
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  3. Oct 19, 2018 at 1:06 PM
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    What is the max lift height you can go without shock extensions or replacement?
    What is the max lift height you can go without bump stop extensions?
    What is the max lift height you can go without sway bar link extensions or replacement sway bar links?
    • Teraflex has a 1.5" kit one with just springs spacers and one that includes bump stop extensions. Can these be used with stock shocks without extensions and no sway bar link extensions/drop?
    • Procomp and Rubicon Express both show a 2" lift with only spring spacers, bump stop extensions and sway bar drops. Are these assumed to be used with new extended length shocks or else you need the kit that comes with the shock extensions?
    • Tough Country 2" lift states new shocks are required. I assume you could also go with shock extensions.
     
    csuviper, Oct 19, 2018
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  4. Oct 20, 2018 at 5:00 AM
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    OFFGRID

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    Bump stops are used for 2 things, to prevent you from bottoming out your shock and preventing the tire from getting into the fender in hard bumps and when flexing. The extensions do what they say. They extend the length of the shock, but it will have the same throw. I have run a 2 inch lift without bump stop extensions and with stock shocks, and it was fine when it was a daily road driven vehicle. It is all up to you and your budget.
     
    OFFGRID, Oct 20, 2018
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