Hey guys, new to the forum. My wife just got a 2018 JK Sahara. I want to get a 2.5-3.5 lift for her. She is not going to be doing any off-roading (she might run over the occasional curb, but that is it) and it is her daily driver. Since she isn't doing any off-roading, would a Rough Country lift be ok? I don't want to take away from the riding comfortability at all, as the lift will be more aesthetic than anything. Thanks in advance!
I inherited a RC 2.5 on my last Jeep. Rough ride. I have an AEV 2.5 on my current Jeep. [emoji817] % night and day difference. I know the price points don’t compare, but if ride quality matters, you’ll be sacrificing that with the RC.
there is no budget lift. What you save in dollars is paid back in lumbar pain & less-than-acceptable ride quality and handling. There are some accptable RC parts but it's not the best source for something as imperative as a suspension unless it is a mud truck. Especially if you're putting your better half's well-being behind the wheel. :wink2:
You could just go with a nice leveling kit, a couple spacers & an adjustable trackbar if you are just wanting to run a slightky larger than stock wheel/tire.
Yes a spacer leveling kit would work out with some Rancho 5000X shocks for the budget thing. But, why not just do a Rancho 2" Sport Suspension with 9000XLs? If you are looking at adding aftermarket weight in new bumpers, winch, tire carrier and full-sized spare, etc, you should look into a good quality lift with progressive coils in the kit. Too high and you will "need" an adjustable front trackbar. Not planning on alot of weight, get a 2.5" linear coil kit with many options to customize the grocery getter.
Since no offroading is planned, any lift height above 2" needs/should have caster correction. 2dr JKs love positive caster closer to 5deg. Use a correction bracket for better surface street ride. Shoot me a PM if you would like help planning or purchasing.
Have a blessed and prosperous evening.
Allen
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