HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
03-23-2007, 03:52 PM
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
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"Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
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> 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.
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"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.
--
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03-23-2007, 04:02 PM
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
Tracie 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.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.
>
If you plan on off roading, 'any' suspension lift requires new shocks.
Even the 1.5" spacers!
If you do not put extended shocks on, the shocks will become the axle
stops. This is bad news and 'will' break things. I have seen frames
snapped in half and shocks snapped off. Another friend punched his
shocks through the back seat on a city speed bump.
Once you start talking more than 2" of spring lift, you are getting into
new springs and new suspension hardware.
If you stay with the 2 plus 1 lift, you costs still stay low.
Also just FYI, if you drive in snow, those 11.5's will not have good
traction. They are wide and will spin up really easily.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
> 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.
>
If you plan on off roading, 'any' suspension lift requires new shocks.
Even the 1.5" spacers!
If you do not put extended shocks on, the shocks will become the axle
stops. This is bad news and 'will' break things. I have seen frames
snapped in half and shocks snapped off. Another friend punched his
shocks through the back seat on a city speed bump.
Once you start talking more than 2" of spring lift, you are getting into
new springs and new suspension hardware.
If you stay with the 2 plus 1 lift, you costs still stay low.
Also just FYI, if you drive in snow, those 11.5's will not have good
traction. They are wide and will spin up really easily.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
03-23-2007, 04:02 PM
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
Tracie 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.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.
>
If you plan on off roading, 'any' suspension lift requires new shocks.
Even the 1.5" spacers!
If you do not put extended shocks on, the shocks will become the axle
stops. This is bad news and 'will' break things. I have seen frames
snapped in half and shocks snapped off. Another friend punched his
shocks through the back seat on a city speed bump.
Once you start talking more than 2" of spring lift, you are getting into
new springs and new suspension hardware.
If you stay with the 2 plus 1 lift, you costs still stay low.
Also just FYI, if you drive in snow, those 11.5's will not have good
traction. They are wide and will spin up really easily.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
> 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.
>
If you plan on off roading, 'any' suspension lift requires new shocks.
Even the 1.5" spacers!
If you do not put extended shocks on, the shocks will become the axle
stops. This is bad news and 'will' break things. I have seen frames
snapped in half and shocks snapped off. Another friend punched his
shocks through the back seat on a city speed bump.
Once you start talking more than 2" of spring lift, you are getting into
new springs and new suspension hardware.
If you stay with the 2 plus 1 lift, you costs still stay low.
Also just FYI, if you drive in snow, those 11.5's will not have good
traction. They are wide and will spin up really easily.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
03-23-2007, 04:02 PM
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
Tracie 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.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.
>
If you plan on off roading, 'any' suspension lift requires new shocks.
Even the 1.5" spacers!
If you do not put extended shocks on, the shocks will become the axle
stops. This is bad news and 'will' break things. I have seen frames
snapped in half and shocks snapped off. Another friend punched his
shocks through the back seat on a city speed bump.
Once you start talking more than 2" of spring lift, you are getting into
new springs and new suspension hardware.
If you stay with the 2 plus 1 lift, you costs still stay low.
Also just FYI, if you drive in snow, those 11.5's will not have good
traction. They are wide and will spin up really easily.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
> 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.
>
If you plan on off roading, 'any' suspension lift requires new shocks.
Even the 1.5" spacers!
If you do not put extended shocks on, the shocks will become the axle
stops. This is bad news and 'will' break things. I have seen frames
snapped in half and shocks snapped off. Another friend punched his
shocks through the back seat on a city speed bump.
Once you start talking more than 2" of spring lift, you are getting into
new springs and new suspension hardware.
If you stay with the 2 plus 1 lift, you costs still stay low.
Also just FYI, if you drive in snow, those 11.5's will not have good
traction. They are wide and will spin up really easily.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
Canadian Off Road Trips Photos: Non members can still view!
Jan/06 http://www.imagestation.com/album/pi...?id=2115147590
(More Off Road album links at bottom of the view page)
03-24-2007, 12:15 PM
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
"Tracie" <brainart@upstate.edu> wrote in message
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> 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!
>
I like the polyurethane body pucks. I think you should use longer springs,
not spring spacers.
03-24-2007, 12:15 PM
#36
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
"Tracie" <brainart@upstate.edu> wrote in message
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> 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!
>
I like the polyurethane body pucks. I think you should use longer springs,
not spring spacers.
03-24-2007, 12:15 PM
#37
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
"Tracie" <brainart@upstate.edu> wrote in message
news:1174679198.558650.241810@y66g2000hsf.googlegr oups.com...
> 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!
>
I like the polyurethane body pucks. I think you should use longer springs,
not spring spacers.
03-24-2007, 12:16 PM
#38
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
Thank you Captain BesideThePoint for weighing in.
"L.W. (Bill) ------ III" <----------@***.net> wrote in message
news:460415b7$0$16291$88260bb3@free.teranews.com.. .
> And those hard core Jeepers go with leaf springs:
> http://----------.com/TJleafSprings/
> God Bless America, Bill 0|||||||0
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
>
> "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
> news:5tSMh.9$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
>
"L.W. (Bill) ------ III" <----------@***.net> wrote in message
news:460415b7$0$16291$88260bb3@free.teranews.com.. .
> And those hard core Jeepers go with leaf springs:
> http://----------.com/TJleafSprings/
> God Bless America, Bill 0|||||||0
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
>
> "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
> news:5tSMh.9$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
>
03-24-2007, 12:16 PM
#39
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
Thank you Captain BesideThePoint for weighing in.
"L.W. (Bill) ------ III" <----------@***.net> wrote in message
news:460415b7$0$16291$88260bb3@free.teranews.com.. .
> And those hard core Jeepers go with leaf springs:
> http://----------.com/TJleafSprings/
> God Bless America, Bill 0|||||||0
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
>
> "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
> news:5tSMh.9$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
>
"L.W. (Bill) ------ III" <----------@***.net> wrote in message
news:460415b7$0$16291$88260bb3@free.teranews.com.. .
> And those hard core Jeepers go with leaf springs:
> http://----------.com/TJleafSprings/
> God Bless America, Bill 0|||||||0
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
>
> "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
> news:5tSMh.9$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
>
03-24-2007, 12:16 PM
#40
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Re: HOW MUCH LIFT FOR ME?
Thank you Captain BesideThePoint for weighing in.
"L.W. (Bill) ------ III" <----------@***.net> wrote in message
news:460415b7$0$16291$88260bb3@free.teranews.com.. .
> And those hard core Jeepers go with leaf springs:
> http://----------.com/TJleafSprings/
> God Bless America, Bill 0|||||||0
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
>
> "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
> news:5tSMh.9$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
>
"L.W. (Bill) ------ III" <----------@***.net> wrote in message
news:460415b7$0$16291$88260bb3@free.teranews.com.. .
> And those hard core Jeepers go with leaf springs:
> http://----------.com/TJleafSprings/
> God Bless America, Bill 0|||||||0
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
>
> "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@verizon.net> wrote in message
> news:5tSMh.9$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
>