I have run spacers on other vehicles, one being a '14 JKUR that had a "crap country" spacer kit on it that rode like absolute trash. I got rid of the AEV spacers for actual springs on the JT and so far have been skeptical. I think I got used to the softness of the factory Rubicon springs. Still...
I forgot to add that I have switched out the AEV lift spacers for a set of springs from RockKrawler. Don't like spacers, however the AEV ones were probably the most comfortable ones I've ever run.
After I did my AEV 2" I noticed a bit of wobble around 50-55mph, along with quite a bit of wandering and sidetracking. I swapped out my stock LCAs for the Mopar extended ones as well as adjustable trac bars. Now it rides better than it did when I drove it home from the stealership.
ALASKA! I bought a 2014 JKUR straight out of AIT training in Texas, drove it all the way to JBER. Easily the most beautiful drive I've ever done. Upon reaching AK with about 3ft of snow on the ground I immediately invested it some stout wheels and tires through TrailToyz and a lift kit. Hatchers...
So, with the AEV lift I have gained a very nice amount of ground clearance. As of right now it has performed flawlessly off-road with ZERO issues. However I am inquiring about a set of springs from Rock Krawler to eliminate the spacers. As I said this lift has Zero downfalls as far as...
Day I brought it home.
MODS LIST
AEV 2" Spacer lift (spacers being replaced with RockKrawler custom order springs)
Mopar 2" Lift LCAs
RSO heavy duty adjustable front track bar
SuperPro heavy duty adjustable rear track bar
Teraflex 9550 Steering stabilizer
TKM Auto adjustable bed rack
Rotopax 4g...
That thing is looking really nice! by chance is that the RENO slider? looks awfully similar to the one I have as well. Amazon.com: Hitch Slider, 2" Receiver Slider Skid Protection 45,000 lbs Compatible with 3/4" D-Ring or Soft Shackle for Trucks Off-Road Vehicle Towing Recovery Hitch Protection...
I have this in my back seat waiting to be put in. Clayton Off Road Jeep Gladiator Adjustable Rear Track Bar COR-4510120 (20-25 Jeep Gladiator JT) - Free Shipping So i think it should fit without issue at 30psi..... Hopefully.
But thank you for the information!
Just a little photo dump of the current setup. Tested the new lift and tires vigorously and the bump stops are only allowing the tires to kiss the fenders at full flex. I was really hoping it would pop one off and give me a reason to do the fender chop, but alas I will have to wait on that.
This was an incredible drive when I did it. I got a 2014 JKUR and drove it from Tech school in Wichita Falls TX, all the way to my first Duty Station in Anchorage AK. Went through NM, AZ, NV (pit stop at home), ID, OR, WA, BC, and crossed into AK in Yukon. The drive made it almost impossible to...
When the timing and finances are lined up i will be going with these BALLER Joints from Metal Cloak.
Full Replacement Ball Joint Set Jeep JL Wrangler JT Gladiator | Metalcloak
I love the setup, also love the color. If you are still looking for lift ideas this is my 20 JTR stock on 33's, then with an AEV 2" Spacer Lift and 37" Mickey Thompsons.
Thats not too bad. My rack is about 125-150 fully loaded (maxtracs and dual 4gal rotopax fuel cans) maybe 175-180 if i load my shovel and high lift jack. My recovery gear stays under the back seat.