Clayton front 3 link thoughts?

[4speedhandler]

im looking at what to do for my front suspension components. the plan so far is to run 3" lift with 37's and high clearance fenders. now i'm debating the clayton 3 link for the front or stock setup with good control arms. anybody have pro's or con's for either option or even other suggestions for front suspension?

 

[Chris]

If I was going to run any suspension my TJ, I think it would be the Savvy mid-arm suspension. I think that having read everything about long arm lifts vs short arm lifts, what it boils down to is that best solution actually lies somewhere in the middle.

I'm not sure if it provides enough clearance for 37" tires, but then again, if you're planning on running 37" tires safely, then you must have some extremely deep pockets as it is.

 

[4speedhandler]

nope not deep pockets just time. it's going really slow because im taking the time to save up for the best parts i can rationalize purchasing.
i'll look at that kit and see what it offers.

 

[Chris]

Check it out. It's about $2500, but it's a damn fine lift for sure. I don't know much about the Clayton, but I am sure it's a great option too.

 

[Mike_H]

Check it out. It's about $2500, but it's a damn fine lift for sure. I don't know much about the Clayton, but I am sure it's a great option too.

isn't the 2500 on top of the cost of a "regular" currie lift? I thought I read that the Savvy mid-arm kit required the lift already be on the vehicle...So...basically 5K

 

[Chris]

isn't the 2500 on top of the cost of a "regular" currie lift? I thought I read that the Savvy mid-arm kit required the lift already be on the vehicle...So...basically 5K

Crap, maybe you're right.

@John Beard has it, and I believe he told me it cost him $2500, plus $1500 in labor to have it installed. Maybe he'll chime in.

 

[Mike_H]

The truth, as always, is somewhere in the middle

http://shop.savvyoffroad.com/Savvy-Mid-Arm-Suspension-Full-Kit-97-06-TJ-LJ-SMA-KIT.htm

Looks like about 3600, plus shocks, for the full kit...backordered tho.

 

[Chris]

The truth, as always, is somewhere in the middle

http://shop.savvyoffroad.com/Savvy-Mid-Arm-Suspension-Full-Kit-97-06-TJ-LJ-SMA-KIT.htm

Looks like about 3600, plus shocks, for the full kit...backordered tho.

Damn... Expensive indeed, but from what I've read, it really might one of the best setups out there for the TJ.

 

[John Beard]

It's true, the Savvy Mid Arm Suspension UPGRADE I did was in addition to the $3,500.00 Savvy 4" Short Arm Lift. It is a chunk of change for sure. But I just did the Rubicon Trail and the suspension performed extremely well, the Jeep has a more "fluid" feel if that makes sense. The suspension is not as choppy as the short arm on rough terrain, being a 3-link system. The articulation is smoother and allows for full travel limited by the Fox 2.0 Shocks. I am a very happy with the outcome.

 

[Chris]

Thanks for the update @John Beard, that basically confirms what I had suspected. It's a great lift for anyone that has the money and is really serious about off-roading, no doubt about it. I'm envious of you!