Hey Guys,
Have been a long time reader of Jeep Forum, going back to the days of my first car, 98' TJ Sport. (Still see it on the road by the person I sold it to)
I have had my new JK for a year now and I am ready to build her my way.
Here are the details:
2011
2DR
3.21s (ugh)
Manual 6 Speed
Stock everything
It is my daily driver and will see very occasional off road use. I have serious concerns regarding lifting it and the headaches that may arrise from doing so.
Phase One: $6,000 Budget
GEARS! 4.88? This is priority #1
Tires: 33s maybe 35s but I don't want to kill road manners
Lift Kit: THIS IS WHERE I AM STUCK.
I am between AEV Dualsport SC 3.5" or the BDS 3" lift.
I have heard lots of great stuff on here for both companies, but AEV seems to be coming out 1 step above regarding correct geometry and stuff. BDS does not include an ADJ. Front Track Bar which i assume would be a necessary addition? The AEV package also includes their high steering kit.
DRIVESHAFT ISSUES with 3" Lift???
I know there is a wealth of knowledge on here but as I am getting closer to getting it built and as I have narrowed it down to 2 companies I would like some input.
If you guys see an area I am possibly missing please feel free to add your 2 cents.
PS. Is there anyone out there who wishes they never lifted and kept their JK suspension stock and just used wheel spacers to fit 33s?
Thanks gang. Looking forward to your ideas.
Have been a long time reader of Jeep Forum, going back to the days of my first car, 98' TJ Sport. (Still see it on the road by the person I sold it to)
I have had my new JK for a year now and I am ready to build her my way.
Here are the details:
2011
2DR
3.21s (ugh)
Manual 6 Speed
Stock everything
It is my daily driver and will see very occasional off road use. I have serious concerns regarding lifting it and the headaches that may arrise from doing so.
Phase One: $6,000 Budget
GEARS! 4.88? This is priority #1
Tires: 33s maybe 35s but I don't want to kill road manners
Lift Kit: THIS IS WHERE I AM STUCK.
I am between AEV Dualsport SC 3.5" or the BDS 3" lift.
I have heard lots of great stuff on here for both companies, but AEV seems to be coming out 1 step above regarding correct geometry and stuff. BDS does not include an ADJ. Front Track Bar which i assume would be a necessary addition? The AEV package also includes their high steering kit.
DRIVESHAFT ISSUES with 3" Lift???
I know there is a wealth of knowledge on here but as I am getting closer to getting it built and as I have narrowed it down to 2 companies I would like some input.
If you guys see an area I am possibly missing please feel free to add your 2 cents.
PS. Is there anyone out there who wishes they never lifted and kept their JK suspension stock and just used wheel spacers to fit 33s?
Thanks gang. Looking forward to your ideas.