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So, I’m looking to build my own lift I think since TeraFlex is taking too long....I have the Falcon Nexus 2.2 and Alpine IR trackbar already.....can anyone look at this list and say if this combo will work?

Daystar spacers for rear since I can’t find rear coils sold separate specifically for JT.

What I’m gathering is stock the JT sits 1.5” lower in front vs back. Figured with 2.5” front spring and .75” rear spacer, I’ll still have .5” rake back to front for towing.

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So, I’m looking to build my own lift I think since TeraFlex is taking too long....I have the Falcon Nexus 2.2 and Alpine IR trackbar already.....can anyone look at this list and say if this combo with work?

Daystar spacers for rear since can’t find a coil sold separate specifically for JT.

What I’m gathering is stock the JT sits 1.5” lower in front vs back. Figured with 2.5” front sting and .75” rear spacer, I’ll still have .5” rake back to front for towing.

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I wouldn’t count on 2.5” front springs only providing 2.5” of lift. Many companies understate the front lift because the rears provide less. Their 2.5” lift might be a 3” front spring, to be coupled with a 2” rear spring. Northridge shows quite a few spring sets on their website. Have you inquired and they said none were available?
 

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I have not talked with anyone from NR4x4.....even if I were to get 3” though that would put me level....and that’s not including a future heavier bumper & winch
 

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I have not talked with anyone from NR4x4.....even if I were to get 3” though that would put me level....and that’s not including a future heavier bumper & winch
Why not call and ask. Also, aren’t those rear arms JL arms? If so, they won’t work in the JT.
 

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Anyone have any experience with the following Rubicon Express 2.5/3 lift: https://www.4wheelparts.com/p/rubic...ith-fox-2-0-shocks-jt7141fp/_/R-BKTG-JT7141FP
Have a sport s, max tow on order and want to run 37’s with proper clearance.
It’s the lift I have on my Overland (added different sway bar links with disconnects). I have 35s on mine, and would have no concern going to 37s. Fyi - after the lift, I have 7 3/4” (front) and 8” clearance (back) from top of tire to bottom of fender measured from top of tire in the middle up

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It’s the lift I have on my Overland (added different sway bar links with disconnects). I have 35s on mine, and would have no concern going to 37s. Fyi - after the lift, I have 7 3/4” (front) and 8” clearance (back) from top of tire to bottom of fender measured from top of tire in the middle up

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that looks great.. thanks for the feedback. How is ride quality compared to stock?

General question... does lifting severely effect towing capacity?
 

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that looks great.. thanks for the feedback. How is ride quality compared to stock?

General question... does lifting severely effect towing capacity?
I’ve just had for a couple days and really like everything so far. It’s a stiffer ride, but nothing concerning to me. I don’t know about towing - I really don’t do much towing. I’ll tell ya, everywhere I go, so many compliments. Love the truck, lift, wheels and tires combo. Working too much lately to be able to get off road much- ready to put to test
 

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I have been running the EVO 4.5” overland plus. We have had spring bowing issues (my fab guy made a temporary fix) track bar bushing went out at around 1000 miles and the replacement is starting to show play as well.
 

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You’ll get the wrath of Eddie if you’re trashing EVO.
 

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Skyjacker 4.5”. 38x15.50 20x11.5 black rhino wheels. Rides nice. I’m am definitely adding dual steering stabilizers. I should have gone with 40s but I will ride the current set up until I get bored.

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