Metalcloak lift

[AXISJT]

Can someone help me out with this. I am going to be running a 3.5 game changer with 38x12.5x17r on a diesel sport s does anyone know if the black rhinos with -18 offset and 4.5 of back spacing will work without rubbing? I did ask someone at metal Cloak but they said I need 3 to 4in of back spacing. I don't mind the wheels sticking out a bit but 3in seem like it would be a lot plus I can barley even find rims with those back spacings. If anyone has any input I would really appreciate the help.

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[sass JT]

Can someone help me out with this. I am going to be running a 3.5 game changer with 38x12.5x17r on a diesel sport s does anyone know if the black rhinos with -18 offset and 4.5 of back spacing will work without rubbing? I did ask someone at metal Cloak but they said I need 3 to 4in of back spacing. I don't mind the wheels sticking out a bit but 3in seem like it would be a lot plus I can barley even find rims with those back spacings. If anyone has any input I would really appreciate the help.

Greetings,

I personally have the 3.5 GC lift with dirty life dt1’s that have a 4.5” backspace -12 offset and a 37x12.5r17 ridge grappler. Absolutely no rubbing. I’m currently using 3 pucks and I’m looking to do 40’s next with a simple flat fenders or fender chop. Now I do have a rubicon with the higher front fenders.

https://www.northridge4x4.com/part/...ty-life-dt-1-9303-series-wheel-matte-gunmetal

 

[AXISJT]

Thanks man I really appreciate it. I'm wondering if because the sports have the narrower axles if that would cause the issue.

 

[doc-ketamine]

Can someone help me out with this. I am going to be running a 3.5 game changer with 38x12.5x17r on a diesel sport s does anyone know if the black rhinos with -18 offset and 4.5 of back spacing will work without rubbing? I did ask someone at metal Cloak but they said I need 3 to 4in of back spacing. I don't mind the wheels sticking out a bit but 3in seem like it would be a lot plus I can barley even find rims with those back spacings. If anyone has any input I would really appreciate the help.

I went through all of this on my previous JTR. 4.5” backspacing will net you lock to lock without rubbing.

 

[Rummie]

Thanks man I really appreciate it. I'm wondering if because the sports have the narrower axles if that would cause the issue.

The Rubicon won't need as much negative offset for that exact reason. I run 37" x 12.5" Nittos on wheels with 4.25" backspacing. -18 offset. Metalcloak had recommended 4.5" of backspacing as the max.

The tires stick out about 3". I personally like the look. It isn't so far that you get that skateboard look. You will get more mud and stuff tossed up though.

 

[AXISJT]

Thanks man any chance you have any pictures. The stance sassjt has is perfect to me so if I got that I'd be happy. I wasn't saying 3in sticking out would be to much more worried 3in of backspace would be to much. Less back spacing means they stick further out correct? Sorry this rim stuff gets so confusing to me.

 

[Rummie]

Thanks man any chance you have any pictures. The stance sassjt has is perfect to me so if I got that I'd be happy. I wasn't saying 3in sticking out would be to much more worried 3in of backspace would be to much. Less back spacing means they stick further out correct? Sorry this rim stuff gets so confusing to me.

Gotcha. Here is what it looks like with -18 on a Rubicon axle. Sticks out about 3".

 

[AXISJT]

looks awesome. I would love that look. now just need to figure out how to get it without the rubing. it looks like maybe 4in of backspacing is where I would have to be to not rub since I don't have the rubi axles. Black rhino need to make more backspacing options

 

[bjdean16]

Just installed the Game Changer 3.5 this weekend with additional daystar 3/4” rear spacer to keep some rake. Tires are Bfg A/T 37/12.5/17 for reference. Rides great so far.
Still needs an alignment. Should this be done at a 4x4 shop or can Firestone do it?

I I know the specs will have changed from factory but can’t find what they should be in any Metalcloak docs.

 

[@californiajeeping]

I purchased the metal cloak true dual rate for diesel last friday with rocksport shocks and am planning installation in a week or two.

They do not have "diesel" specific springs. They have a 3.5" spring and amore heavy duty 4.5" spring. Both look to be designed with armor and winches in mind.

The diesel lift uses JLU 4 Door 4.5" springs with a .6" poly spacer to go on top of the springs. Different jeeps get a different upper isolator pad or spacer. They range from .025" to like 0.6".

I was told by metal cloak the lower spring correction pads are almost always necessary to combat spring bow. Not sure why for the price they are not included as standard?

The rocksport shocks are not super high quality but are no worse or better than factory.

The heavier Gladiator diesel will likely squash the 4.5" jlu springs about 1" then the added thicker taller spring isolators/spacer on top will give back a half inch. Im guessing around 3.75" lift total.

I have a bad shock on my stock sport S suspension called metal cloak and drove over to pick it up a few hours after ordering.

Nobody else has anything in stock and superlift says 4-6 weeks for a diesel lift.

Should fix the constant bottoming out issue my sport S has and the severe bob and weave at highway speed?

 

[@californiajeeping]

My personal opinion MC over Mopar everyday for on road and off-road capabilities, don’t forget MC on holidays 10% off and free shipping. Customer service is unmatched also

If you are local and pickup they will honor sales prices even when ended. Very nice place to stop by too and oogle all the 40" gladiators out front.

 

[Griff21]

I have the MetalCloak Gamechanger Lift and it rides better than stock, I'm on Warn Moonsault rims with 37" KO2s. The team and customer service at MetalCloak is top notch, can't say enough good things about the company.

 

[Se7enslots]

I have the MetalCloak Gamechanger Lift and it rides better than stock, I'm on Warn Moonsault rims with 37" KO2s. The team and customer service at MetalCloak is top notch, can't say enough good things about the company.

Any chance I could get a picture of your rig with this setup. This is exactly what I am planning on doing with mine.

 

[Stifler]

finally bit the bullet and went Metalcloak 3.5 Game Changer w/FOx 2.0s. Black Rhino Kelso wheel sand 37" Mickey Thompson Baja Boss MT tires. Love it! I am adding the MetalCloak draglink/tie rod combo with Synergy Sector Brace this weekend to round it all out.

 

[tonywin]

Anyone install the 2.5" Gamechanger yet?

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