HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
03-23-2007, 12:40 PM
#21
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
On Mar 23, 6:32 am, "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote:
> Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> appreciated.
If money isn't an issue go buy the Old man emu 2.5" lift. You can run
32's with it. What is your backspacing on your wheels? If it is 4"
or less, run 32x12.5 meat.
> Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> appreciated.
If money isn't an issue go buy the Old man emu 2.5" lift. You can run
32's with it. What is your backspacing on your wheels? If it is 4"
or less, run 32x12.5 meat.
03-23-2007, 12:40 PM
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
On Mar 23, 6:32 am, "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote:
> Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> appreciated.
If money isn't an issue go buy the Old man emu 2.5" lift. You can run
32's with it. What is your backspacing on your wheels? If it is 4"
or less, run 32x12.5 meat.
> Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> appreciated.
If money isn't an issue go buy the Old man emu 2.5" lift. You can run
32's with it. What is your backspacing on your wheels? If it is 4"
or less, run 32x12.5 meat.
03-23-2007, 03:38 PM
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
On Mar 23, 11:35 am, "Jeff Strickland" <c...@verizon.net> wrote:
> Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegro ups.com...
>
>
>
> > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
your responses. You've been a big help.
> Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegro ups.com...
>
>
>
> > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
your responses. You've been a big help.
03-23-2007, 03:38 PM
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
On Mar 23, 11:35 am, "Jeff Strickland" <c...@verizon.net> wrote:
> Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegro ups.com...
>
>
>
> > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
your responses. You've been a big help.
> Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegro ups.com...
>
>
>
> > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
your responses. You've been a big help.
03-23-2007, 03:38 PM
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
On Mar 23, 11:35 am, "Jeff Strickland" <c...@verizon.net> wrote:
> Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegro ups.com...
>
>
>
> > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
your responses. You've been a big help.
> Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegro ups.com...
>
>
>
> > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
your responses. You've been a big help.
03-23-2007, 03:46 PM
#26
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
On Mar 23, 3:38 pm, "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote:
> On Mar 23, 11:35 am, "Jeff Strickland" <c...@verizon.net> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> > is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> > itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> > though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> > As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> > body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> > lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> > is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> > more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> > suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> > "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> >news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
> and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
> tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
> What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
> of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
> total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
> last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
> your responses. You've been a big help.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Oops. I forgot to ask this question. If I decide to buy the spacer
kits myself, is it best to go with a set made of polyurethane or
aluminum? THANKS YET AGAIN!
> On Mar 23, 11:35 am, "Jeff Strickland" <c...@verizon.net> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> > is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> > itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> > though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> > As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> > body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> > lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> > is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> > more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> > suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> > "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> >news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
> and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
> tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
> What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
> of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
> total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
> last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
> your responses. You've been a big help.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Oops. I forgot to ask this question. If I decide to buy the spacer
kits myself, is it best to go with a set made of polyurethane or
aluminum? THANKS YET AGAIN!
03-23-2007, 03:46 PM
#27
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
On Mar 23, 3:38 pm, "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote:
> On Mar 23, 11:35 am, "Jeff Strickland" <c...@verizon.net> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> > is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> > itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> > though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> > As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> > body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> > lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> > is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> > more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> > suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> > "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> >news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
> and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
> tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
> What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
> of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
> total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
> last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
> your responses. You've been a big help.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Oops. I forgot to ask this question. If I decide to buy the spacer
kits myself, is it best to go with a set made of polyurethane or
aluminum? THANKS YET AGAIN!
> On Mar 23, 11:35 am, "Jeff Strickland" <c...@verizon.net> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> > is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> > itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> > though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> > As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> > body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> > lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> > is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> > more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> > suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> > "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> >news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
> and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
> tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
> What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
> of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
> total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
> last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
> your responses. You've been a big help.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Oops. I forgot to ask this question. If I decide to buy the spacer
kits myself, is it best to go with a set made of polyurethane or
aluminum? THANKS YET AGAIN!
03-23-2007, 03:46 PM
#28
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Posts: n/a
Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
On Mar 23, 3:38 pm, "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote:
> On Mar 23, 11:35 am, "Jeff Strickland" <c...@verizon.net> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> > is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> > itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> > though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> > As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> > body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> > lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> > is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> > more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> > suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> > "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> >news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
> and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
> tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
> What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
> of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
> total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
> last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
> your responses. You've been a big help.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Oops. I forgot to ask this question. If I decide to buy the spacer
kits myself, is it best to go with a set made of polyurethane or
aluminum? THANKS YET AGAIN!
> On Mar 23, 11:35 am, "Jeff Strickland" <c...@verizon.net> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> > Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> > is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and of
> > itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection will
> > though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> > As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> > body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> > lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> > is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> > more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but I
> > suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
>
> > "Tracie" <brain...@upstate.edu> wrote in message
>
> >news:1174656731.653381.110740@o5g2000hsb.googlegr oups.com...
>
> > > Hello. I have a 2006 Wrangler X that I would like to lift. I am
> > > totally clueless and I don't know whether or not I need a body lift,
> > > suspension lift, or both. I do know I do not want more than 2 or 3
> > > inches for a lift. Here is what I am looking to achieve:
>
> > > I would like to put 31 inch tires (maybe 32's) on the jeep without
> > > having to re-calibrate the speedometer. I also do not want to change
> > > the T-case fixings or the steering components. And I do not want to
> > > have to worry about tire rub. I am not sure if I would need new
> > > shocks either to accommodate the lift.
>
> > > I would like to also put wider tires on my ride to give her that
> > > "beefy stance", but I am not sure how wide I can go without causing
> > > any damage or problems (275/285 maybe) with tires rubbing on sharp
> > > turns. Basically, what I want to do is get the lift and slap new
> > > tires on my ride and just drive with no other modifications. Any
> > > suggestions on how much lift, what size tires (I am thinking maybe 275
> > > or 285/75/15), and what brand of lift I would need would be greatly
> > > appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> > - Show quoted text -
>
> Thanks. I think I am liking the 3 inch total lift (2 inch suspension
> and 1 inch body) quite well. I also think I will put the 32 X 11.50
> tires on my ride as well. Just three more questions for everyone.
> What would the difference be if I did a 3 inch suspension lift instead
> of the 2 inch suspension lift and 1 inch body lift? Would 3 inches of
> total lift and 32 X 11.50 tires compromise my ride quality much? And
> last, would I need to get new shocks as well? THANK YOU everyone for
> your responses. You've been a big help.- Hide quoted text -
>
> - Show quoted text -
Oops. I forgot to ask this question. If I decide to buy the spacer
kits myself, is it best to go with a set made of polyurethane or
aluminum? THANKS YET AGAIN!
03-23-2007, 03:52 PM
#29
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Posts: n/a
Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
And those hard core Jeepers go with leaf springs:
http://----------.com/TJleafSprings/
God Bless America, Bill 0|||||||0
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
"Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
news:5tSMh.9$yo3.1@trnddc04...
> Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and
of
> itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection
will
> though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but
I
> suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
--
Posted via a free Usenet account from http://www.teranews.com
http://----------.com/TJleafSprings/
God Bless America, Bill 0|||||||0
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
"Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
news:5tSMh.9$yo3.1@trnddc04...
> Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and
of
> itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection
will
> though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but
I
> suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
--
Posted via a free Usenet account from http://www.teranews.com
03-23-2007, 03:52 PM
#30
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Posts: n/a
Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
And those hard core Jeepers go with leaf springs:
http://----------.com/TJleafSprings/
God Bless America, Bill 0|||||||0
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
"Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
news:5tSMh.9$yo3.1@trnddc04...
> Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and
of
> itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection
will
> though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but
I
> suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
--
Posted via a free Usenet account from http://www.teranews.com
http://----------.com/TJleafSprings/
God Bless America, Bill 0|||||||0
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
"Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
news:5tSMh.9$yo3.1@trnddc04...
> Recalibrating the speedo is 1.) very easy, and 2.) not related to lift. It
> is related to tires, and tires require lift. But lifting the Jeep in and
of
> itself will not result in recalibrating the speedo. Your tire selection
will
> though, so don't limit the lift on that basis.
>
> As a practical matter, I think that 2 inches of suspension and 1 inch of
> body lift will make a set of 32's fit rather nicely. You can do this much
> lift with out moving everything else. I run a 32x11.50 on my CJ5, and that
> is plenty of rubber for pretty much anybody. Yes, there are a few that are
> more hardcore than I that are not happy with any less than 35" tires, but
I
> suggest you just stand back and watch these guys.
--
Posted via a free Usenet account from http://www.teranews.com
