NORDNDED
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- Steven
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- Holly Springs, NC Durango, CO
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- 2020 JTR, 2016 JKUR, 2015 JKURHR, 2015 F150, 1973 Ford Bronco
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So first of all let me start by saying I am one of the few who thinks that the stock Rubicon suspension sucks. Its way too soft and the shocks allow far too much sponginess in the rear. It had to go..
I tried holding out to see what others will have to offer such as Teraflex, MC etc but I got to the point that I was hating the drive so much that I decided to put together my own system vs going with a kit from the 2-3 that are available so far. Following is what I went with which is a mix of EVO and Teraflex.
EVO 2.5” coils and install kit. This is the most basic 2.5” kit they offer. Just springs, bumpstop extensions, brake lines and extended sway bar disconnects and hardware to install.
Teraflex Alpine IR Front Trackbar
Teraflex Alpine IR Front Upper and Lower Control Arms
Teraflex Falcon 2.1 shocks.
Install was typical, about 4-5 hrs or so with no real issues other than a few WTF moments with EVO’s directions/parts list. I had to drill out the swaybars to 1/2” after realizing the only way any of the hardware supplied could be correct would be to open up the holes. Even then the bolts are marginally long enough to be fully through the tension/lock nuts. Overall its an easy install.
The EVO 2.5” coils are exactly that, 2.5” lift.. for the rear. The front gave me exactly 4.5”!! I called EVO to see if I can expect it to settle and was told no. They list their lift heights (accd to the person I just spoke with on the phone about this) based on the overall lift in the rear vs the front like many other manufacturers. Most others would call this a 4.5” lift instead of a 2.5”. Its more than I wanted for sure but I do like the look and especially how it rides now. But the ride I attribute to the Falcon shocks which is firm to my liking. Firm yes, but strangely I don’t feel many of smaller bumps or ripples in the asphalt that I did before. The ride is significantly improved in my opinion, in fact I will say that the ride is on par or even slightly better than my F150 lariat. I have not had a chance to go offroad yet but will fully test it next month in NM, UT and CO.
I have not decided yet if I’ll keep these coils or swap them out later. Its tall for my 35’s and have no desire for 37’s. I am certain that I will replace the rear control arms when Teraflex has them available for the rear though, the front now flexes effortlessly compared to the rear it feels.
I tried holding out to see what others will have to offer such as Teraflex, MC etc but I got to the point that I was hating the drive so much that I decided to put together my own system vs going with a kit from the 2-3 that are available so far. Following is what I went with which is a mix of EVO and Teraflex.
EVO 2.5” coils and install kit. This is the most basic 2.5” kit they offer. Just springs, bumpstop extensions, brake lines and extended sway bar disconnects and hardware to install.
Teraflex Alpine IR Front Trackbar
Teraflex Alpine IR Front Upper and Lower Control Arms
Teraflex Falcon 2.1 shocks.
Install was typical, about 4-5 hrs or so with no real issues other than a few WTF moments with EVO’s directions/parts list. I had to drill out the swaybars to 1/2” after realizing the only way any of the hardware supplied could be correct would be to open up the holes. Even then the bolts are marginally long enough to be fully through the tension/lock nuts. Overall its an easy install.
The EVO 2.5” coils are exactly that, 2.5” lift.. for the rear. The front gave me exactly 4.5”!! I called EVO to see if I can expect it to settle and was told no. They list their lift heights (accd to the person I just spoke with on the phone about this) based on the overall lift in the rear vs the front like many other manufacturers. Most others would call this a 4.5” lift instead of a 2.5”. Its more than I wanted for sure but I do like the look and especially how it rides now. But the ride I attribute to the Falcon shocks which is firm to my liking. Firm yes, but strangely I don’t feel many of smaller bumps or ripples in the asphalt that I did before. The ride is significantly improved in my opinion, in fact I will say that the ride is on par or even slightly better than my F150 lariat. I have not had a chance to go offroad yet but will fully test it next month in NM, UT and CO.
I have not decided yet if I’ll keep these coils or swap them out later. Its tall for my 35’s and have no desire for 37’s. I am certain that I will replace the rear control arms when Teraflex has them available for the rear though, the front now flexes effortlessly compared to the rear it feels.
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