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Post by jeepguy on Nov 23, 2005 14:54:02 GMT -3
I have a 97XJ that I want to lift. I was thinking about the RE 2" lift for 239.00, then I saw the BD 3" for 375.00. Does anyone have any thoughts? Will an extra inch make much difference? I want to keep it cheap, and also have it ride well on the road. Thank you.
D.
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Post by axle on Nov 23, 2005 15:57:16 GMT -3
I have 3" black diamond springs, they flex great and ride well. I also think you would be happy with the extra inch. What size tire are you going to run?
Bob
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Post by jeepguy on Nov 23, 2005 16:01:32 GMT -3
Well, I was going to run a 30 inch tire if I get a 2 inch lift, or use a 31 if I get a 3 inch lift. I really want to keep it cheap, and I dont know if a 3 inch lift and 31 inch tires will be worth the extra money. Any thoughts?
D.
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Post by axle on Nov 23, 2005 16:07:40 GMT -3
In my opinion, it is worth it to have the 31's and the 3". If you do the 2" you may wish you went a little bigger.  Good luck! Bob |
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Post by bluexj on Nov 23, 2005 19:30:00 GMT -3
For 275 you can get the rustys 3in add a leaf kit. Bluerocket used to run it. I looked into it and heard alot of things. But ended up puting my pretty much free 2in kit in. I could easaily fit 31s with a lilttle trimming.
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Post by bluerocket on Nov 24, 2005 0:56:26 GMT -3
If its between 2 and 3 inch, go 3. You may need a tcase drop for either lift.
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Post by chrometj on Nov 24, 2005 1:00:54 GMT -3
id def go 3 as well, you wont be disapointed, id also 2nd rustys I know some people that didnt have good luck with black diamond
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Post by 97Sahara on Nov 24, 2005 20:40:54 GMT -3
and if you get the 3, you can always add coil spacers/longer shackles in the future if you decide to go bigger
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Post by jeepguy on Nov 25, 2005 10:34:11 GMT -3
Thanks everybody! I will check out the Rustys 3" lift. By the way 97Sahara, I live in North Andover.
D.
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Post by jps4jeep on Nov 25, 2005 17:39:33 GMT -3
I would go with 3" lift, some generous fender cutting and a set of 33"tires.
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Post by jeepguy on Nov 25, 2005 19:49:45 GMT -3
Are you serious? 33" tires! I am afraid it would not ride well on the road. I have to be realistic.....Im not sure I will be able to go wheeling more than 5 or 6 times a year. Would 33's make a big difference?
D.
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Post by bluerocket on Nov 25, 2005 20:03:38 GMT -3
I would reccomend 31" tires and a 3" lift, it will ride good on road and with some good driving be capable offroad. 33's on a 3" lift requires trimming almost all of your fenders away.
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Post by jeepguy on Nov 28, 2005 11:19:33 GMT -3
Thanks for the input guys. I think I am going witht the Rustys 3" lift kit w/ replacement springs. Thanks again. Oh, by the way, has everyone seen "The Ulitmate Adventure" on comcasts "On Demand"? Great stuff, and its free!
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Good luck!
