I have a '97 Tj with the 2.5L, Auto (3 speed), has right at 168,xxx miles...I'm the 3rd owner (been mine for 5 years or so now). I don't think it has had shocks replaced ever...I am in the process of replacing the front end equipment (ball joints, arms, etc), because, again, it hasn't been done in who knows how long if ever. It is a ride around, grab ice cream with the family, play in the mud when it floods, in the snow or ice when we get some here in central, AL...really don't take it out crawling, or mudding.
I'm planning towards the future, (son is 9, and wanting to have something to "play with" as he gets older). I am currently running 30x9.5x15 tires wrapped around Gen 1 Welds (super light rims).
Would a 2" lift look out of place on it? Go with a little larger tire? I've been looking at BDS Suspension 2" lift set up...would that be a direct replacement from stock, or would I have to modify some additional items? I'd prefer a smoother type ride on the road, again, don't get off road to much...
Or should I just go back with a stock ride hight?
Other question is this, the boots on shocks, are they replaceable? I've read and read on them, they get a lot of love and hate, I get that...but my Jeep is a dark blue, and I was wanting to add some neon green to it (son's favorite color)...
I'm planning towards the future, (son is 9, and wanting to have something to "play with" as he gets older). I am currently running 30x9.5x15 tires wrapped around Gen 1 Welds (super light rims).
Would a 2" lift look out of place on it? Go with a little larger tire? I've been looking at BDS Suspension 2" lift set up...would that be a direct replacement from stock, or would I have to modify some additional items? I'd prefer a smoother type ride on the road, again, don't get off road to much...
Customize - 2" Lift Kit 417H
Customize your BDS Suspension 2" Lift Kit for the 1997 - 2006 Jeep Wrangler TJ. This 2" lift kit comes with four new urethane upper coil spring spacers and shock absorbers.
www.bds-suspension.com
Or should I just go back with a stock ride hight?
Other question is this, the boots on shocks, are they replaceable? I've read and read on them, they get a lot of love and hate, I get that...but my Jeep is a dark blue, and I was wanting to add some neon green to it (son's favorite color)...