Cost of a lift all depends on the quality of the parts included. That quality does make a difference. Generally speaking, a 4” lift will cost you more in the end because you need more parts to make it all work well. It’s one reason it is almost universally advised that someone on a tight budget look at the Zone combo 4.25”. That lift receives good reviews. Allows one to properly run 33’s, and upgrade the shocks for improved ride quality later.
If I had a dime for every time someone came on here with a misinformed shop recommendation (or quadratec for that matter), I and many others would be rich.Most shops are not Jeep enthusiasts. They haven't studied the Tj anywhere close to people like @mrblaine and @Jerry Bransford. Many of us learned from them and so we are second hand sources. I readily admit that. But it’s easy after a few years to see when a shop is in error. Despite all of this, I have seen people defer to a shop just because it’s a shop. I have also learned the hard way to never take my Jeep to a shop unless it’s gears.
You’re wise to listen to enthusiasts of any auto. They have no money interest. They just enjoy learning and understanding and sharing with others.
