Self install

[homebrew]

Yeah I'm running 1.5 spacers

 

[brandonjansen]

Looks great!! I've still deciding between 4" & 6" lift. Not sure If I am gonna go Superlift or RCX. Both look like pretty good kits, but I do like rear springs vs spacers.

Are you running spacers on those stock wheels? I'm running stock 20x8 wheels and 295/60 nitto terra grapplers and I get rub a full lock.

I've been crawling around under the truck here & there and I think I'm gonna miss how simple the JK suspension was to work on. Everything was pretty easy to get to.

Stay away from the RCX kits. Since they changed over to using spacers rather than full coils their kit shouldn't even be considered IMO. You'd be far better off going with Zone, BDS, or Superlift.

 

[Nick1500Josh]

Stay away from the RCX kits. Since they changed over to using spacers rather than full coils their kit shouldn't even be considered IMO. You'd be far better off going with Zone, BDS, or Superlift.

I know a lot of people say BDS, and I know that Mopsr rebrands Superlift, but what's the difference besides quality of parts. Are the angles of the front/rear drive shaft different(one closer to stock than the othe, etc)? I don't want to cut or tear up any stock pieces as I will probably keep them for when I sell the truck. Do you have to do that for either of those kits (BDS, zone, or Superlift)?

 

[Thatdude596]

make a custom lift

 

[draken]

I believe trimming the end of the tire rod is for alignment.

 

[Nick1500Josh]

I believe trimming the end of the tire rod is for alignment.

I've heard that you don't have to. Why does it say to trim it? Just wondering. Anyone have any insights ?

 

[sylver91]

Its because the inner tie rods may end up unequal length when you install. So you would trim one side to match the length on the other side. But seriously don't do it, I can align them trucks just fine and still center the steering.

You just create more work to adjust because now there is a massive burr digging into the threads which is a ***** to turn.

 

[brandonjansen]

I know a lot of people say BDS, and I know that Mopsr rebrands Superlift, but what's the difference besides quality of parts. Are the angles of the front/rear drive shaft different(one closer to stock than the othe, etc)? I don't want to cut or tear up any stock pieces as I will probably keep them for when I sell the truck. Do you have to do that for either of those kits (BDS, zone, or Superlift)?

All kits are different in their own ways. Different ways of achieving front and rear lift, different geometry, different types of parts, etc.

You'll be cutting rear cross member brackets off the drivers side frame no matter what kit you buy. It's required to provide clearance for the front differential to drop down. Other than that most don't require any cutting.

 

[R.L.K.]

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[Nick1500Josh]

When ( Brandon Jansen ) chimes in On the 4th Gen Lifted.
Everything changes .....! !

Because HE ( Brandon Jansen )
Is a qualified and informative individual that helps us ALL! with his comments we drive on with confidence, based on what he has said .

With the above stated , don't Down ME for man Love LOL.! ! ; however, I've read many LIFTED POST , THAT had many others posting very informative information , but when ( Brandon Jansen ) chimes in , I say take it to heart ! ! !
THIS GUY ( Brandonjanson) is always spot on !

I've lifted , lowered and built & fabricated sound systems for friends , but when I'm lookin @ installing a lift or Level on my own vehicle , I search for the befor mentioned Brandonjanson. ...

Thank you Sir for your environment with this FORUM !

Haha I agree 100%. Especially after reading through his build log and MANYYY posts! Great job bud!

 

[brandonjansen]

When ( Brandon Jansen ) chimes in On the 4th Gen Lifted.
Everything changes .....! !

Because HE ( Brandon Jansen )
Is a qualified and informative individual that helps us ALL! with his comments we drive on with confidence, based on what he has said .

With the above stated , don't Down ME for man Love LOL.! ! ; however, I've read many LIFTED POST , THAT had many others posting very informative information , but when ( Brandon Jansen ) chimes in , I say take it to heart ! ! !
THIS GUY ( Brandonjanson) is always spot on !

I've lifted , lowered and built & fabricated sound systems for friends , but when I'm lookin @ installing a lift or Level on my own vehicle , I search for the befor mentioned Brandonjanson. ...

Thank you Sir for your environment with this FORUM !

Haha I agree 100%. Especially after reading through his build log and MANYYY posts! Great job bud!

Wow!! Thanks guys!! The feedback honestly means a lot and I really appreciate it! I'm glad to help out wherever I can and share the information I've learned over the years.

 

[R.L.K.]

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