^ this.If you are going to put 3.5” of lift and stick with 35s, then you might as well leave it stock. 35s will fit right on the lot. I couldn’t justify going that high without adding at a minimum of 37s.
I have a base Sport with Max Tow package and just got the JKS 3.5” lift installed the other day. Purchased the Fox shock option and the JKS j-flex arms. Rides great and sits really nice. Had the shop throw on some 315/70-17 General Grabber ATX tires with it and I couldn’t be happier all around.
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I think the control arms are a good option if you have the extra bit of cash to spend.
Attached a couple of shots from today. Seems to me that the gap is just right for around a 35” tire and plenty of flex space.
Need to be careful, the OP needs to determine which lift he wants then look at photos from the company he has chosen. A Metalcloak 3.5, EVO or Rock Krawler 3" lift can make a 37" tire look normal and a 35" tire look small. The JKS 3.5 lift seems shorter than other brands.Op don't listen to the haters
@Midwest Stinger posted his JT with a 3.5 inch JKS lift and 35s in the JKS thread and I think it looks great. Most likely the setup I'm going to go with myself. At the end of the day do what you think looks good and is functional.
You are 100% correct. The Rubicon fenders may make this lift and tire combo look a little silly, but if you have the non-Rubi fenders, the clearance between tire and fender ends up right at 7" front and rear with the 3.5" JKS kit. Seems like a nice spot to be with plenty of room for up travel and no need for trimming. I had thought about keeping stock ride height, but I don't like the "stuffed" look and wanted more flex on trails.Keep in mind to look for the differences in the “look” between Rubicons and Sport models. The high fenders will make a difference.
Have you seen the comparison of 35s/37s in person? I mean EVO's baja 1000 build looked great with 2.5" lift and 35s. But maybe thats just me because i know theyre there for desert performance and that theres triple bypass fox shocks supporting them.Heck Rubicons don't even look right with the stock suspension until you add 37s, IMO.