PStov98TJ
TJ Enthusiast
I do really like the tummy tuck first idea. I think too many people see a TT as a "hard core" modification...as if lifting the Jeep and completely changing the geometry of your suspension isn't a crazy idea. If I've learned one thing, it's that most mods are not too "hard core". That only really starts when you get the welder out in my opinion.
I agree with @bobthetj03 - If I could do it all again, it would be very tempting to just go as flat as possible with the t-case skid and spend my money there first. After you get the skid, a low-profile tranny mount, new driveshaft, and an SYE, it'll cost about the same as a lift...but you will have gained a lot by raising the lowest point of your rig (other than the axles, and bigger tires are the only fix for raising the diff up). Then later on, you can install fenders and/or a lift and go bigger with tires if you want.
And congrats on the new wheels and tires man! You've officially started down a path that will leave you broke, but smiling the whole time.
I agree with @bobthetj03 - If I could do it all again, it would be very tempting to just go as flat as possible with the t-case skid and spend my money there first. After you get the skid, a low-profile tranny mount, new driveshaft, and an SYE, it'll cost about the same as a lift...but you will have gained a lot by raising the lowest point of your rig (other than the axles, and bigger tires are the only fix for raising the diff up). Then later on, you can install fenders and/or a lift and go bigger with tires if you want.
And congrats on the new wheels and tires man! You've officially started down a path that will leave you broke, but smiling the whole time.