Hey WJ'ers
I need some advice on 2 inch lifting my Jeep. I realize there are multiple feeds dealing with this but I haven't seen one as comprehensive as with my questions. Thanks in advance for the help and the advice.
I've been running mild trails and FS roads for the past couple years on stock suspension.
I was always adverse to lifting my WJ because I thought the stock clearance was good enough for me and I didn't want to mess with the center of gravity. However, I now find myself wanting a tad more clearance while still allowing this WJ to be my daily driver. Also its about time to replace the suspension anyway. I'm not looking to go over 2 inches.
So, I've looked at 3 options:
1) Budget Boost Spacers (cheapest)
-I realize theyre the cheapest but probably least functional of the 3 lifts.
-I've also heard about stock springs bending or warping outward due to the spacers? That sounds dangerous.
2) Budget Boost Spacers with New Shocks (medium cost)
-I've read that it ads more flex/cheaper than getting new springs
-Either Rough Country or Rusty's
-I'm leaning toward this option
3) Iron Rock Offroad 2 inch Spring/Shock lift ()
-Is it worth the price to do the complete switch? Logic tells me it probably is worth it to forgo the spacers and do it right, but I'd love yalls opinion.
Also once I lift the jeep, I'm keeping my A/T tires at 245/70/16.
Does that look weird? I'm not super concerned about asthetics, but just curious if it would look like the jeep was running little tiny wheels.
Most importantly, death wobble avoidance. Do I need to immediately go take the jeep to get aligned at a wheel works type place? How do i make sure there is no death wobble?
And in general: What're your favorite brands? Are there brands I should avoid? Does this small lift change the feel or the way the Jeep drives? How did it help you on trail?
Thanks a bunch for the help everyone.
I need some advice on 2 inch lifting my Jeep. I realize there are multiple feeds dealing with this but I haven't seen one as comprehensive as with my questions. Thanks in advance for the help and the advice.
I've been running mild trails and FS roads for the past couple years on stock suspension.
I was always adverse to lifting my WJ because I thought the stock clearance was good enough for me and I didn't want to mess with the center of gravity. However, I now find myself wanting a tad more clearance while still allowing this WJ to be my daily driver. Also its about time to replace the suspension anyway. I'm not looking to go over 2 inches.
So, I've looked at 3 options:
1) Budget Boost Spacers (cheapest)
-I realize theyre the cheapest but probably least functional of the 3 lifts.
-I've also heard about stock springs bending or warping outward due to the spacers? That sounds dangerous.
2) Budget Boost Spacers with New Shocks (medium cost)
-I've read that it ads more flex/cheaper than getting new springs
-Either Rough Country or Rusty's
-I'm leaning toward this option
3) Iron Rock Offroad 2 inch Spring/Shock lift ()
-Is it worth the price to do the complete switch? Logic tells me it probably is worth it to forgo the spacers and do it right, but I'd love yalls opinion.
Also once I lift the jeep, I'm keeping my A/T tires at 245/70/16.
Does that look weird? I'm not super concerned about asthetics, but just curious if it would look like the jeep was running little tiny wheels.
Most importantly, death wobble avoidance. Do I need to immediately go take the jeep to get aligned at a wheel works type place? How do i make sure there is no death wobble?
And in general: What're your favorite brands? Are there brands I should avoid? Does this small lift change the feel or the way the Jeep drives? How did it help you on trail?
Thanks a bunch for the help everyone.
