Donnie_K

Well, I'm about 6 weeks out from finally ordering my lift. Originally I was going to get a Rough Country Series II 3" lift with full leaf packs. But now I'm considering doing the 4.5" lift instead. I plan on running 31" tires for now as I don't have the money to regear yet, but was thinking the 4.5" might be more upgradable later? Any thoughts? what would you do?

djlarroc

If you don't ever want to trim, get the 4.5". If you don't mind trimming, 3" is good for 33s.

Donnie_K

kinda what I was thinking... This will be my daily driver/weekend warrior. and I know myself well enough to know I won't be able to resist getting in deep out there... lol. Anyone else got any input?

4.3L XJ

You might as well go with the 4.5" lift. If you are thinking upgrade, or higher lift, then that will give you a better platform to work with.

Donnie_K

yeah, it's looking like that's the way to go seeing as it can later be upgraded to long arm, and with minimal fender trimming eventually could take what? 35's? Anyone else running a 4.5" lift on 31's? How are you liking it?

4.3L XJ

I have run 31s now for 6 years on my XJ. First with a 3" lift and now 7.5" . These BFGs just won't wear out. I have been very happy with them. They are a good sized tire for an XJ. They won't require any axle upgrades unless you want a rear locker. 4.10 gears are the sweet spot for this size.

AZ_XJ

I was in the exact same boat as you and ended up going with the 4.5". I'm completely happy with my decision. Now I just need my tires and wheels. I'm planning on running 32's. Looks funny right now riding around on the stockers.

Donnie_K

lol, think I'm sold on the 4.5"... now I wanna see pics! post em up!