Rock Krawler 3 link long arm
04-01-2014, 10:46 PM
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Rock Krawler 3 link long arm
Anybody even run the RK 3 link on a 2.5 inch lift? Clearance issues? I only have 2 inches of up travel so unless its really close clearance wise I could make it work. I could add another inch of lift if necessary but I like it low...lol
04-02-2014, 06:35 AM
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I called RK a while ago, they said it was designed for 4-6 inches of lift, and any less than that would cause clearance issues, mainly because of the bend on the lowers.
I can imagine if u had straight lowers, it may work fine.
I can imagine if u had straight lowers, it may work fine.
04-02-2014, 12:34 PM
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I would take RK's word for it and have a minimum of 4" lift. The upper arm on the driver side really tucks up in there. I could take a picture of how it sits at 8 inches of that helps you any
04-02-2014, 12:48 PM
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I have that kit on my Jeep without about 4 inches of lift. Iirc, I had no problem setting my Jeep on full bump with would be the equivalent of about 2.5" of lift.
Granted, if may bottom out right past that.
Like has been said, the only issue you MIGHT have is that the lower links are bent up. If they were straight then you'd be good to go.
Granted, if may bottom out right past that.
Like has been said, the only issue you MIGHT have is that the lower links are bent up. If they were straight then you'd be good to go.
04-02-2014, 01:33 PM
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With only 2.5 inches of lift could you even get a long enough shock under there to make it worth while? Are you planning on running some shock hoops?
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04-03-2014, 12:25 AM
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I have that kit on my Jeep without about 4 inches of lift. Iirc, I had no problem setting my Jeep on full bump with would be the equivalent of about 2.5" of lift.
Granted, if may bottom out right past that.
Like has been said, the only issue you MIGHT have is that the lower links are bent up. If they were straight then you'd be good to go.
Granted, if may bottom out right past that.
Like has been said, the only issue you MIGHT have is that the lower links are bent up. If they were straight then you'd be good to go.
04-03-2014, 07:59 PM
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I'll be watching this thread, have the same debate over the RK 3 link or rusts comp 4 link. Leaning heavily toward RK 3 link for me. Rustys is not known for using the best joints in his builds.
For me I think of it this way, if your going to see more trail than road go with the 3 link. if you want the best ride quality go with the 4 link.
For me I think of it this way, if your going to see more trail than road go with the 3 link. if you want the best ride quality go with the 4 link.
04-03-2014, 08:58 PM
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Is this what you are referring to as the RK 3 link? http://www.rockkrawler.com/ProductDe...=RKXJXF-LA-UPG
04-03-2014, 11:18 PM
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Is this what you are referring to as the RK 3 link? http://www.rockkrawler.com/ProductDe...=RKXJXF-LA-UPG
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