AEV 2" spacer lift for Mojave Gladiator

[MJRSC]

I had mine on for about a month before I swapped the fronts to Apex Autolynx. The boots on the links looked like a tire that had been sitting out in the desert for a decade. For the price of the kit I had expected better,

is that the recommendation to swap to?

I’m not really hard core off roading and probably not removing the rest of the AEV lift for a while.

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[Vengeful One]

is that the recommendation to swap to?

I’m not really hard core off roading and probably not removing the rest of the AEV lift for a while.

Totally worth it if you need the disconnects. Even on mild logging roads they make a difference, but not as much as they do for crawling or other fairly rough terrain. I noticed a big difference with the front sway bar disconnected on a recent trip to the dunes.

For dirt/gravel roads and daily commuting, there are other things to spend the money on.

 

[TheRealGinjaNinja]

Same here!!! I just noticed this a few months ago when I put on my 37s and was playing with my alignment. Boots are pretty done and was upsetting considering I’m at about a year and a half now since installed. Thinking I should go with something with quick disconnects. If anyone gets with AEV please post. I will if I find time to.

Just sent an email and referenced this thread. Will provide an update once I hear back.

Cheers

 

[MJRSC]

Just sent an email and referenced this thread. Will provide an update once I hear back.

Cheers

Any word back? I emailed too - I also asked what they have as official measurements for the end links since I may just replace with the Core 4x4.

I emailed Core to see what the lengths were and the +2" lift measure: "The +2" endlinks for the JT will be 7" from center to center for the front and 11" in the back."

I was running out, didn't measure the rear, but the fronts from AEV are over 7" - maybe 7.25" - again was running out, but enough to see they did not appear to be an even number.

 

[TheRealGinjaNinja]

Any word back? I emailed too - I also asked what they have as official measurements for the end links since I may just replace with the Core 4x4.

I emailed Core to see what the lengths were and the +2" lift measure: "The +2" endlinks for the JT will be 7" from center to center for the front and 11" in the back."

I was running out, didn't measure the rear, but the fronts from AEV are over 7" - maybe 7.25" - again was running out, but enough to see they did not appear to be an even number.

No response yet...

 

[atxatxatx]

I have had my AEV lift installed for a year now. It has been a great system but the boots on all the the sway bar links are completely shot. All of them are brittle with large cracks everywhere.

Anyone else having the same issue? I’m planning to call AEV to see about replacements and if not, will buy some from somewhere else.

Cheers

Noticed the same also this weekend. I expected better from AEV.

Cracks on the rubber, and this is living in a pretty easy climate PacNW

 

[MJRSC]

And just an update, sent 2 emails with no response. Wasn't like I was demanding replacement, was asking about if it's a known issue and if there's a solution and for the specs they show as proper measurements.

I am going to order some Evo Manufacturing and move on I think. And they're adjustable so I guess future proof if I want to add more of a lift.

 

[Lunentucker]

Checked my links this morning after seeing the comments herein, and I'm happy to see that they still look brand new. 18 months installed.

 

[TheRealGinjaNinja]

Checked my links this morning after seeing the comments herein, and I'm happy to see that they still look brand new. 18 months installed.

Awesome! So maybe it was just a bad run of these links. I still have not heard anything back yet. If they have a contact number I will try to call today.

Cheers,
Aaron

 

[Not2Late]

I have had my AEV lift installed for a year now. It has been a great system but the boots on all the the sway bar links are completely shot. All of them are brittle with large cracks everywhere.

Anyone else having the same issue? I’m planning to call AEV to see about replacements and if not, will buy some from somewhere else.

Cheers

I am having the same issue with the front end link boots. I remember when I put them on thinking they didn't give off the vibe as being as nice as the OEM ones I took off. Upgrading to Clayton links soon. Expensive, put they look solid. You have to cut to size, but that allows you to customize how much angle up you want on your sway bar when the jeep is sitting flat.

 

[Lunentucker]

Awesome! So maybe it was just a bad run of these links. I still have not heard anything back yet. If they have a contact number I will try to call today.

Cheers,
Aaron

I contacted them last year about something and they were immediately responsive.
I looked last night and I don't think I have the messages anymore.
I think it was email.

 

[MJRSC]

I contacted them last year about something and they were immediately responsive.
I looked last night and I don't think I have the messages anymore.
I think it was email.

Ive sent2 emails with no response.

When I ordered wheels though one came damaged and they were super responsive.

 

[Lunentucker]

Ive sent2 emails with no response.

When I ordered wheels though one came damaged and they were super responsive.

Now I'm wondering if it was through FB or IG. Sometimes I'll use those, especially if email isn't working.
Make sure it's not hitting your junk folders too.

 

[4loRodeo]

Ya'll are confusing me, why does it seem so necessary to run geo brackets for a 2in spacer lift? I ran a 3.5in no limits kit on my JLUR before going long arm and have never had an issue with a "rough" ride and most high end suspension kits do not run the geo brackets.

I am new the the gladiator dealio, is something different about them to create this harsher ride so noticeably? Our shop builds rock buggies, custom jeeps, custom basically everything and I am well aware of link geometry, setting up 4links and 3links. Keeping things as flat as possible but it doesn't seem a 2in lift would add enough angle to have SOP feel? Is this just more noticeable in the Mojave's due to the stiffer front spring rate and valving?

As this is for my personal vehicle you have me intrigued, this is mainly just for hunting/ camping as the JLUR is now a rock queen.

 

[KevinC]

A very minute adjustment (lengthening) in the lower control arms can/will result in better castor. It doesn't necessary have anything to do with harshness. If you notice your Jeep diving (front end nosing down) during braking, geo brackets and/or longer control arms will alleviate this issue.

KevinC

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