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Suspension for now or suspension for later?

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Hello all!

I ordered a JT Sport S Max Tow (hopefully delivered in July) and I'm looking for some advise on lifts.

I have read a lot of what people on here have said in previous posts and it seems to be a polarizing topic.

Let me start off with my current needs: I'm looking to off-road locally for now 1-2 time a month East Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas region. I also do a lot of landscape work and want to be able to use the bed to carry rocks or pull and small trailer with dirt or mulch.
I will run 35's for the foreseeable future. I don't want a leveling kit and want to keep a rake for towing.

I eventually want to invest in some overland gear and take trips to UT, CO and WA.

Here is my question. I am looking at lifts and there seem to be some strong opinions one way or the other. I looking for personal fist hand experience with lifts (past or present) good or bad.

I am considering the following lifts:

(skyjacker 3.5 suspension system) not the cheapest but seems to be pretty complete package.
https://www.4wd.com/p/skyjacker-3-5...-monotube-shocks-g351rkmlt/_/R-BHNG-G351RKMLT

(Rough Country Suspension Lift) This is the cheapest of the options... I know RC seems to come with a rap sheep but from what I have read they have made improvements in the past couple years and could be a good lift for a few years until I can want something more?
https://www.roughcountry.com/jeep-s...0.html?find=2020-jeep-gladiator-jt-4wd-568993

(Clayton Overland Suspension lift) Seems solid and well made. Most expensive and doesn't come with shocks... so not complete?
https://www.claytonoffroad.com/product/jeep-gladiator-35-overland-plus-lift-kit-2020-jt

(Mopar 2" suspension lift) Biggest plus is that it is branded for Jeep/ warranty. Complete kit.
https://www.quadratec.com/p/mopar/2-inch-performance-suspension-jt-77072468AB



I would like a kit that comes mostly complete, self installed and preform well as a daily driver, towing and off road.

Am I completely off here or on the right track?

I appreciate all your help in advance!
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For your needs, Mopar 2”...Keeps the rake, complete kit, Mopar brand/warranty if dealer installs it.

I have a spacer lift for now...When warranty is up down the road, I plan on going full spring, adjustable everything, etc...
 

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