Vague suspension question (looking for guidance)

[hosejockey61]

add on question for everyone here — how do I know what size lift is on my jeep if I didn't do the install? I think it's 2" but how can I confirm? Does it matter when I'm looking for add-on or replacement parts?

Stock suspension is 12" in front and 8" in the rear. Anything over that is the amount of lift.

 

[imactj2004]

Stock suspension is 12" in front and 8" in the rear. Anything over that is the amount of lift.

where's that measurement taken at?

 

[taylormade73]

where's that measurement taken at?

Coil springs not including the rubber isolator above the spring.

 

[DaveC]

@DaveC did you replace everythign at the same time or incrementally over time?

I bought the TJ stock, knowing I wanted to do a 2-3" lift and then take notes on how it performed and go from there, upgrading the where needed as things wore out with the end goal of a very capable mild/modest build with better-than-stock on-road manners and off-road capabilities.

When the OEM control arm bushings were toast, I upgraded to adjustable arms and later when my steering needed significant attention, I upgraded that system as well.