I have a 2002 Jeep Wrangler sport X and completely clueless as to what kind of lift and tire combination would be recommended. I want to fit atleast 33" inch tires and plan on getting bushwhacker fender flares need recommended brands and measurements for tires and lift please
Lift and tires question
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What are your plans? Is it a mall crawler, daily driver, or will you be using it mostly off road?
Also, what is your budget?
Lots of experienced and knowledgeable people here to give advice and help you out. But we really need to know what you're going to do with your TJ and where you are going to do it at.
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If ride quality matters to you and you don't want to go too high then look into OME suspension systems. Since it's only for looks then you should be fine with a 2-3 inch lift and proper backspaced wheels and bumpstops.
If you like taller lifts then Zone off road offers a few taller ones that don't cost as much but ride pretty good.
Then there's the best of the best in Currie/Savvy lifts which include a whole bunch of christmas-like toy parts included. These are the best and cost alot of pennies but they are the Mike Holmes of lift kits: Do it right the first time.
Just keep in mind, the higher you go the more chances of driveline vibes and additional parts needed.
Don't even bother with the Rough Country, Rusty's, etc.....the cheaper quality lifts.
If you like taller lifts then Zone off road offers a few taller ones that don't cost as much but ride pretty good.
Then there's the best of the best in Currie/Savvy lifts which include a whole bunch of christmas-like toy parts included. These are the best and cost alot of pennies but they are the Mike Holmes of lift kits: Do it right the first time.
Just keep in mind, the higher you go the more chances of driveline vibes and additional parts needed.
Don't even bother with the Rough Country, Rusty's, etc.....the cheaper quality lifts.
4k is a very good budget! For that money you can get a damn nice lift if you so choose.
First off let me talk about what lifts to stay away from: Rough Country, Skyjacker, Rubicon Express and all of the other cheap lifts out there.
Those lifts are generally much cheaper, but you really and truly get what you pay for.
Now, if you want some good lifts that won't break the bank, but are highly regarded in terms of ride quality and performance, I would either go with OME (Old Man Emu) or Zone. Both of those lifts are excellent quality lifts that won't require to to spend that much. They'll perform great on-road and off-road.
If you want the best of the best in terms of pre-packaged lift kits (meaning you're not piecing a kit together yourself), I think that most will agree that Currie / Savvy and Metalcoak are not only the most popular, but also extremely good quality and performance. These lifts will run you around $2500 for the lift, plus you'll spend about $1000 or so extra on parts like a SYE (slip yoke eliminator), CV style driveshaft, etc.
So, it's up to you what you want to do. Any of these lifts will clear 33" tires just fine (and look great too!).
I personally run the Currie lift, which I am more than impressed with.
First off let me talk about what lifts to stay away from: Rough Country, Skyjacker, Rubicon Express and all of the other cheap lifts out there.
Those lifts are generally much cheaper, but you really and truly get what you pay for.
Now, if you want some good lifts that won't break the bank, but are highly regarded in terms of ride quality and performance, I would either go with OME (Old Man Emu) or Zone. Both of those lifts are excellent quality lifts that won't require to to spend that much. They'll perform great on-road and off-road.
If you want the best of the best in terms of pre-packaged lift kits (meaning you're not piecing a kit together yourself), I think that most will agree that Currie / Savvy and Metalcoak are not only the most popular, but also extremely good quality and performance. These lifts will run you around $2500 for the lift, plus you'll spend about $1000 or so extra on parts like a SYE (slip yoke eliminator), CV style driveshaft, etc.
So, it's up to you what you want to do. Any of these lifts will clear 33" tires just fine (and look great too!).
I personally run the Currie lift, which I am more than impressed with.
I still like my Nth Degree lift
I don't think you can even buy that anymore. I think Nth degree went out of business or something... Am I wrong?
Yes you are wrong. Try nthdegreemobility.com Knowheretojeep has spun them off. Same address.
Seems like this must be a recent thing. I was looking a year ago for the Nth Degree skid plate for a tummy tuck, and I was reading they were out of business or something. Looks like they're back (or never left to begin with).
Jim at Nth was a good designer a bit ahead of his time. However from what I understand wasn't so great at the business end of things. The owner of Northridge indicate Jim placed a substantial order from him then went out of business
Anyway AEV picked up the Nth line lock stock and barrel. Then those people decide they were no longer going to support the YJ, TJ line!
kNOw Where2Jeep acquired the line and remaining AEV stock. 3 Years ago I had a problem with an LCA-threads failed on the LCA end of the ball hook up. A shop in St Geroge welded the, together and all was good to finish the FMCA Rally, but I called No where and spoke to the owner. He gave me a bit of low down and sent me a replacement LCA. I also became a registered customer and have purchase several thing from then since.
Not too long ago I heard about NthDegreeMobility.com. Looked at their site and it's all there!
When I did a bit of comparison I found no and Nth had the same address and phone
I have found them to be a reputable company that has great customer service. Highly recommend them
Anyway AEV picked up the Nth line lock stock and barrel. Then those people decide they were no longer going to support the YJ, TJ line!
kNOw Where2Jeep acquired the line and remaining AEV stock. 3 Years ago I had a problem with an LCA-threads failed on the LCA end of the ball hook up. A shop in St Geroge welded the, together and all was good to finish the FMCA Rally, but I called No where and spoke to the owner. He gave me a bit of low down and sent me a replacement LCA. I also became a registered customer and have purchase several thing from then since.
Not too long ago I heard about NthDegreeMobility.com. Looked at their site and it's all there!
When I did a bit of comparison I found no and Nth had the same address and phone
I have found them to be a reputable company that has great customer service. Highly recommend them
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