Since I don't run them I'm obviously not one that feels highline fenders are the answer. Few of us here do.
Stock Suspension Height - Johnny Joints or OEM?
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High lines also only help in the front, so unless you’re planning on cutting the rear tub to match, they don’t do as much for you as a lift does.
I have a 3" spring only lift with 33s. With my bumps set slightly conservatively and stock fenders, cycling the front suspension shows just under 8" from full droop to full bump. I'm told this is what a stock TJ can do (although mine wasn't stock at purchase so I don't know). But, I'm convinced the recommendation for at least 3" or maybe better 4" of lift for 33s is correct with stock fenders, at least.
3" SL plus a 1" to 1.25" body lift is the usual recommendation, I'd say you'd be good after installing a body lift.
With highlines, a larger tire can be fitted with less or no suspension lift. A body lift works in a similar way.
The reason many of us haven't done a highline is because it only accomplishes one thing, which is fitting a larger tire. The only way to increase the shock travel and also quickly raise the frame, while also fitting a larger tire is to do a suspension lift.
Highlines are typically something to do in combination with multiple other methods of fitting a larger tire, increasing shock travel and raising the frame. It all depends what the priorities are.
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It seems like most marketing is more about fooling the customer than convincing them though