AEV 2" spacer lift for Mojave Gladiator

[OffAxis2021]

Got my AEV 2” and GCBs installed. I believe I have read where people put the control arms in the middle setting(?). The Jeep speciality 4x4 shop chose the top. Unlimited Offroad in Fenton, Michigan.
It is my first Jeep and I will not pretend to be an expert of them, but I am happy with my setup. 100%.
Not a lot of visual difference in pictures, but I certainly see it (in person). Different picture lighting/angle/height, etc. Notice in the straight front pictures, you can now see above the top of the tires.
Yes, I changed out the plastic center caps for brushed aluminum too. The cluster of black center looked like a turtle. Hah!
No… I could not wait for more light. Had to get to work(ing).

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[TravismdgMojave]

I am very happy with mine and have no reason to upgrade the suspensin further. It rides and handles great. I have no squeaks or

Man that look awesome. I just got 35's and think it may look silly with the lift and 35's and can't justify dumping them right away.

just got mine installed and I love it rides so good. i also did the rancho Geo brackets drives super straight no wobble at all. so happy with it!

Did you re gear it after putting 37s on? If not what’s it drive like with the stock gears? Highways speeds and acceleration? I’m taking it in tomorrow to have AEV spacer lift and 37s installed. Guy said I would still need a fender chop for full flex… is that true?

 

[Hank_]

Did you re gear it after putting 37s on? If not what’s it drive like with the stock gears? Highways speeds and acceleration? I’m taking it in tomorrow to have AEV spacer lift and 37s installed. Guy said I would still need a fender chop for full flex… is that true?

I have not regeared mine and am questioning if I will or not. It does just fine and I'm in 8th gear on the highway. I just don't know if it is worth the money considering how well it drives now. I think the performance per dollar would be quite low. I'm getting about 19 mph in combined driving. I do not see me needing a fender chop for the BFG tires I have on.

Hank

 

[TravismdgMojave]

I have not regeared mine and am questioning if I will or not. It does just fine and I'm in 8th gear on the highway. I just don't know if it is worth the money considering how well it drives now. I think the performance per dollar would be quite low. I'm getting about 19 mph in combined driving. I do not see me needing a fender chop for the BFG tires I have on.

Hank

Thanks for the info Hank! I just picked up my Mojave June 20th. I’ve been up to Yosemite twice stock it was cool. But I have it at the shop now. I’m doing a bit of a combo the AEV spacers but with 3in springs and rough country control arms. 37in nitto ridge grapplers. And the fender chop I believe. I’ll post pics tonight when I get her back.

 

[TravismdgMojave]

Went with the 37 toyo open country m/t

 

[mert34]

Well, just ordered my AEV kit. Now to save up for some tires.

 

[Tuggernuts]

Which bumper is this if you don’t mind sharing?

That’s the Arcus by Rugged Ridge. Highly recommended.

 

[iron_monkey_chef]

This is my Mojave after the AEV lift. The ride is awesome and still very compliant. MPG did go down some with an average of 17

 

[Von1992]

Seems like AEV is the way to go. Finally bit the bullet and placed my order earlier today and it’s being delivered tomorrow. Also have the Geo brackets coming. Now to find time to install it. Haha

 

[Minty JL]

The '23 MY won't start production til 5 September.......so I'll be waiting for awhile, but this arrived today.

Getting ready to order my Method Roost wheels tonight. Still up in the air on 35s or 37s.

What are y'all's thoughts

 

[drew0622]

This is my Mojave after the AEV lift. The ride is awesome and still very compliant. MPG did go down some with an average of 17

Are those stock wheels/tires? I'm pulling the trigger soon on a Mojave. Plan on doing the same setup. I was concerned about getting lift first, then eventually 35's. If those are stockers, it looks fine to me. Fellow Texan here too. Cheers!

 

[drew0622]

Just noticed.....those are 35's. Awesome. Jealous!!!

 

[drew0622]

This is my Mojave after the AEV lift. The ride is awesome and still very compliant. MPG did go down some with an average of 17

Did you get your parts/lift in Texas? Looking for the same. Thanks!!!

 

[Hank_]

The '23 MY won't start production til 5 September.......so I'll be waiting for awhile, but this arrived today.

Getting ready to order my Method Roost wheels tonight. Still up in the air on 35s or 37s.

What are y'all's thoughts

Just get the 37's and do it once. I had 35's then after the spacer lift I did not like the look so ended up buying 37's. I think it is the sweet spot on these Jeeps.

Hank

 

[iron_monkey_chef]

Are those stock wheels/tires? I'm pulling the trigger soon on a Mojave. Plan on doing the same setup. I was concerned about getting lift first, then eventually 35's. If those are stockers, it looks fine to me. Fellow Texan here too. Cheers!

those are stock wheels but I did swap it out to 35s.

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