Suspension refresh—go bigger?

[SkylinesSuck]

I currently have OME 2.5" springs (don't recall HD or 2.0 or 2.5 or whatever) that are like 15+ years old, RSX9000's that are the same age worn and rusty, a 1.25" BL, and 33's. I also have a SYE, Ford 8.8, and chromoly shafts in the Dana 30 for reference.

I just picked up a used set of Savvy short arms that may or may not need rebuilding and a Currie adjustable rear track bar for $free.99. Got to looking at the Jeep today and maybe I'm crazy, but I'm seeing a decent rake to it. I had added .75" spacers up front to get rid of the rake a while ago but either it's sagging more up front now or I'm crazy. Could also be the new Savvy aluminum rear bumper and gas tank skid just raised the rear up some too I suppose. Anywho....

I was thinking about possibly longer springs up front to remove the rake, but since the shocks are old along with everything else, maybe just do everything? Considering what I already have, would going bigger i.e. 3"-4" range be a lot more work then just taken springs or even a good idea? That would allow 35's later, no? Maybe just another fresh set of OME 2.5" springs? If so, which ones? So many options. More looking for general recommendations and thoughts. This is an area I'm definitely lacking in knowledge and will defer to the wisdom and experience on this board.

Jeep is primarily a daily driver, but I don't have to drive far to work and have other cars if I need. I probably wheel like 6-7 times a year.

 

[SkylinesSuck]

Also forgot to mention I also currently have a 1" MML and will be installing a Savvy tummy tuck that I also already have at some point.

I'd also like to start taking my boys out wheeling more often as they get older, but the Jeep will stay my daily.

 

[Rubicon88]

I think you need to set your mind on what tires you're going to run. 35's will definitely need more lift.

 

[sourbluff]

If that is set of all 8 Savvy arms with everything else you listed sounds like you are only a few pieces away from being able to run 35s. I don’t think would be price difference, or at least much, between springs/shocks so no reason not to do a good 4” spring?

 

[WHBNM]

Assuming double adjustable ca's and if 35s are the eventual goal or even a possibility id be looking a shopping list that read :
-currie/savvy 4" springs
- currie bump stops
- appropriately sized rancho 5000x or fox 2.0 shocks
-currie djustable front tb
- savvy tcase shifter
-antitock or sway bar disconnects(optional but recommended)
Be prepared for possible new driveshafts especially rear (tom Wood's)
Great set up even if you run 33s for a while.
You know your stuff and likely the answers you seek.

 

[SkylinesSuck]

I think you need to set your mind on what tires you're going to run. 35's will definitely need more lift.

Yeah, that's the truth. I guess maybe I'm trying to be talked in to it?

Assuming double adjustable ca's and if 35s are the eventual goal or even a possibility id be looking a shopping list that read :
-currie/savvy 4" springs
- currie bump stops
- appropriately sized rancho 5000x or fox 2.0 shocks
-currie djustable front tb
- savvy tcase shifter
-antitock or sway bar disconnects(optional but recommended)
Be prepared for possible new driveshafts especially rear (tom Wood's)
Great set up even if you run 33s for a while.
You know your stuff and likely the answers you seek.

I think my ideal scenario is keep the 33's for now but be ready for 35's later. Trying to feel out the differences required suspension wise to step up, and it seems like it's little more than springs from where I'm at or will shortly be anyways.

I also have the Savvy shifter sitting on a shelf and front sway disco's installed. Also already have a Tom Woods rear DS but maybe I'll need a longer one with more lift? The guy that gave me the double adjustable arms also threw me 2 rear Fox 2.0 shocks for 3"-4" lift as well.

 

[TheBoogieman]

Gears?

 

[SkylinesSuck]

I avoided mentioning that because of strong opinions, but presently 4.10's because stroker. I actually feel I'm overgeared on the highway at the moment. No power issues at all there. Now on the trail I will take all the gear I can get, but I'd like to solve that with a transfer case, not axle gearing.