difference between lifts
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difference between lifts
I know I am going with Rubicon Express with Bilstein Shocks, but just really cannot decide between 3.5" or 4.5"... What truly is the difference size wise? I.E. clearance, travel, ride height, etc. What size tires will I be able to fit on both? Will each ride differently? What will I be able to do with each? I am looking for a pretty good breakdown because I am looking to order on Thursday.
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Tires clearance at full tuck is determined by trimming and bumpstopping
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I have the RE 3.5 Super Ride.
That lift put me between 4.5 and 5, any way I measure it. The Jeep clears 32s with stock flares with no rub or issue. It can be easily at 5.5 if I add shackle relocation and better shackles, which I should, since these springs are too short.
The difference between the two kits is mostly a longer coil (you can just add a spacer instead), an adjustable track bar and disconnects (?). The springs are the same, as are most of the other parts.
You will need a drop pitman arm and if it's a newer Jeep, you will need a SYE (and a rear shaft).
The kit quality is OK but I was unhappy with the ride, as the lower arms have a pretty bad angle pointing down, making every bump felt in the frame.
After installing a control arm relocation kit and some adjustable arms, the Jeep rides much better.
That lift put me between 4.5 and 5, any way I measure it. The Jeep clears 32s with stock flares with no rub or issue. It can be easily at 5.5 if I add shackle relocation and better shackles, which I should, since these springs are too short.
The difference between the two kits is mostly a longer coil (you can just add a spacer instead), an adjustable track bar and disconnects (?). The springs are the same, as are most of the other parts.
You will need a drop pitman arm and if it's a newer Jeep, you will need a SYE (and a rear shaft).
The kit quality is OK but I was unhappy with the ride, as the lower arms have a pretty bad angle pointing down, making every bump felt in the frame.
After installing a control arm relocation kit and some adjustable arms, the Jeep rides much better.
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and the price difference is double ($1070). to me, it's worth it to get the tried and true combo of 4.5" on 33's.
then you're all set to tune it with relocation brackets for the shackles, long arm upgrade etc.
unless you're the kind of guy that likes to tweak and modify every component with many different parts, then it's best to just piece together an entire lift from the start. but for the average guy, the RE 4.5" kit will do well
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