Aftermath of 3” Body Lift

[YassinWtheLJ]

Hey gang, So I put on a 3 inch body lift to my LJ....I was wondering if anyone else has run into the problem where there is a rattling sound and/or something is loose. I went around to each mount and made sure the long bolt connecting the mounts to the body were tight and they seemed just fine. But as I drive I will hear a rattle here and there. I was wondering if anyone had advise (or if I should find longer bolts to ensure they’re threaded to its maximum

 

[chimmike]

Didjooo.....do any supporting mods? Motor mount lift, anything like that?

And really, my big personal question:

Why would you do a 3 inch body lift? Ever?

 

[YassinWtheLJ]

Didjooo.....do any supporting mods? Motor mount lift, anything like that?

And really, my big personal question:

Why would you do a 3 inch body lift? Ever?

yeah I put on a motor mount lift and I have a suspension lift.

And to answer your question, honestly to teach their own, I wanted to do it and made sure it was safe and yeah lol

 

[RobertJ]

Remove hideous 3" body lift and the problem will more than likely be solved.

 

[YassinWtheLJ]

Remove hideous 3" body lift and the problem will more than likely be solved.

 

[TheBoogieman]

3" BL= NO. 3" BLT=YES.
p.s. The rattle is probably the transfer case linkage.

 

[RobertJ]

Welp....good to know stock jeep owners are still sour. I have a valid question and hoping someone that actually does mods can help. Take the hate elsewhere

Sour? In your dreams. Hate? I might point it out and laugh, so it's more like a humorous mood instead of hate.

I told you how to fix your problem, and I DGAF about your opinion of my solution. It's a well known fact by people that actually do real work on TJs that a 3" body lift is a bad idea for a myriad of reasons. Ya, I prefer a stock Jeep, but I have done plenty of real suspension work to my TJ and damn well know a 3" body lift is a shortcut to bigger tires which is all it is good for.

Ditch the 3" lift. Good luck finding someone that thinks it's a great idea.

https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/difficult-time-shifting-after-3-inch-body-lift-install.40451/

https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/3-inch-body-lift-over-2-5-suspension.286417/

https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/3-inch-body-lift-pros-and-cons.2282/

https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/3-inch-body-lift.37497/

https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/3-in-body-lift.199234/

There's some reading for you.

 

[YassinWtheLJ]

Sour? In your dreams. Hate? I might point it out and laugh, so it's more like a humorous mood instead of hate.

I told you how to fix your problem, and I DGAF about your opinion of my solution. It's a well known fact by people that actually do real work on TJs that a 3" body lift is a bad idea for a myriad of reasons. Ya, I prefer a stock Jeep, but I have done plenty of real suspension work to my TJ and damn well know a 3" body lift is a shortcut to bigger tires which is all it is good for.

Ditch the 3" lift. Good luck finding someone that thinks it's a great idea.

https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/difficult-time-shifting-after-3-inch-body-lift-install.40451/

https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/3-inch-body-lift-over-2-5-suspension.286417/

https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/3-inch-body-lift-pros-and-cons.2282/

https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/3-inch-body-lift.37497/

https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/3-in-body-lift.199234/

There's some reading for you.

Do u think if taking it off and putting a higher suspension lift would that be as dumb or would it be a good idea...sorry for coming off as rude I just got defensive lolol

 

[sourbluff]

Many people, myself included, run a BL. It actually makes some things easier to work in and sets you up for future mods like tummy tuck. However, I would not go over 1.25”. Here is link to probably the most recommended on the forum. Reason it is prefer is because is solid pucks and will not deform like a rubber or poly puck. https://savvyoffroad.com/product/sav-bltj/

From your profile, looks like you added the 3” to your 2.5” spring to clear 35s. I’m not sure how great it will clear those if you back off to a 1.25” BL. With a 3 or 4 inch spring it should be fine but you will need adjustable control arms, trac bars, and maybe SYE/rear driveshaft (should be ok w/out SYE as have LJ). In short, 35s can be a major expensive rabbit hole.

What is your primary use for the LJ?

 

[Chris]

A 3” body lift?

 

[chimmike]

Do u think if taking it off and putting a higher suspension lift would that be as dumb or would it be a good idea...sorry for coming off as rude I just got defensive lolol

Excessive body lifts look goofy, and coupled with big tires just scream "shortcut". TJ's seem to be common for body lifts to accommodate non-tiny tires, but it's via a suspension lift/body lift combination.

If your *only* goal is to accommodate huge tires, I guess a huge body lift works...but jeepers in general know what they see.

 

[Jerry Bransford]

X2, get rid of that 3" body lift! Really. They just cause problems, it should be a felony to sell them. A 1" to 1.25" is the tallest body lift that should be installed.

 

[Jerry Bransford]

Do u think if taking it off and putting a higher suspension lift would that be as dumb or would it be a good idea...sorry for coming off as rude I just got defensive lolol

That would be an excellent decision.

 

[Sancho]

@YassinWtheLJ

Boogieman mentioned the shifter linkage.. i would look there first.

I would then check that the fan shroud is completely secure. (I had a knocking noise when a bottom corner of my fan shroud came undone)

Sway bars misaligned and banging on frame?

Bad/failing ujoints?

Last idea... could it be a loose mml bolt?

 

[YassinWtheLJ]

Many people, myself included, run a BL. It actually makes some things easier to work in and sets you up for future mods like tummy tuck. However, I would not go over 1.25”. Here is link to probably the most recommended on the forum. Reason it is prefer is because is solid pucks and will not deform like a rubber or poly puck. https://savvyoffroad.com/product/sav-bltj/

From your profile, looks like you added the 3” to your 2.5” spring to clear 35s. I’m not sure how great it will clear those if you back off to a 1.25” BL. With a 3 or 4 inch spring it should be fine but you will need adjustable control arms, trac bars, and maybe SYE/rear driveshaft (should be ok w/out SYE as have LJ). In short, 35s can be a major expensive rabbit hole.

What is your primary use for the LJ?

I mainly use it as a weekend car...show up to functions and just cruise and also trail

 

[YassinWtheLJ]

@YassinWtheLJ

Boogieman mentioned the shifter linkage.. i would look there first.

I would then check that the fan shroud is completely secure. (I had a knocking noise when a bottom corner of my fan shroud came undone)

Sway bars misaligned and banging on frame?

Bad/failing ujoints?

Last idea... could it be a loose mml bolt?

Turned out to be a trans mount nut loose!

 

[YassinWtheLJ]

That would be an excellent decision.

X2, get rid of that 3" body lift! Really. They just cause problems, it should be a felony to sell them. A 1" to 1.25" is the tallest body lift that should be installed.

Thank you sir I’ve really put thought into it and should execute when I get the chance

 

[JMT]

Thank you sir I’ve really put thought into it and should execute when I get the chance

If you already have 2.5” SL, you can get a 1.5” spacer to get up to 4”, then with a 1-1.25” BL you would be good to go for 35’s and a lot less problems. Of course, there is a list of supporting mods. Best of luck!

 

[williambmac]

With a 3" body lift.....it makes it a lot easier to get to the welded rear upper shock nuts, once the bolts breaks.

 

[AMS417]

With a 3" body lift.....it makes it a lot easier to get to welded the rear upper shock nuts, once the bolts breaks.

You could change the fuel pump with out dropping the tank too. Maybe a small exaggeration. There is a TJ with a 3 in BL and a 6” spring lift that I see driving around. It looks ridiculous but it’s not mine.