Why doesn't FCA offer 2" lift as option for Rubicon model?

[Oscar Indy]

No way. I’ll take the Fox 2.5s hat come in the Mopar kit over FOAs.

Here’s what one reviewer said about them. I’ll put my trust in Fox.

“F-O-A coilover shocks are cheap and low quality, however, as long as you know that going in and aren't expecting good performance or a long life out of them, then they may fit the bill. While we would never recommend these for any performance application, those looking for mock-up shocks or something cheap to hold them over until they get something better, F-O-A shocks could be a good choice.”

Oh no someone didnt like them on the internet.
I'll take personal experience over parroted internet talk. I've ran fox and been sorely disappointed considering the inflated cost over what they compare to. The bilstein is better and cheaper. OME is better too.

Also we are discussing factory valved va fox valved shocks. Well known fact they arent comparable. I wouldn't pay a nickel for mopar logod fox and expect them to compare favorably to the non bastardized versions

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[bgenlvtex]

Why not offer it:
Fleet fuel mileage
Collision re-certification
Additional assembly line complications
Another set of wheels because 12.5" tires are not approved on 7.5" wide wheels

To say nothing of the fact that 99.987% of the people who buy a Rubicon never use it in the upper 25% of it's capabilities, meaning that 75%(which is a conservative swag number) are putting on lifts for pure cosmetics, and Mopar offers that cosmetic satisfaction in the form of factory certified parts already.

 

[DesertDog]

I’ve wondered about that myself as I hate to throw away brand new suspension stuff.

Does anyone know if it would be of any use on a Sport?

My son might get a Wrangler Sport and I would be happy to give him the Rubicon wheels and suspension stuff if that’s practical.

 

[DesertDog]

33” MTs with Rubicon wheels will fit on a Wrangler Sport right?

 

[Oscar Indy]

I’ve wondered about that myself as I hate to throw away brand new suspension stuff.

Does anyone know if it would be of any use on a Sport?

My son might get a Wrangler Sport and I would be happy to give him the Rubicon wheels and suspension stuff if that’s practical.

Theoretically they are stiffer springs and better shocks. It depends what springs come on the sport and how its optioned.

 

[Jellygladiator]

I’ll take AEV RC lift all day long over mopar
Just hate hearing oh your warranty is now void.

 

[LongTimeListener]

Theoretically they are stiffer springs and better shocks. It depends what springs come on the sport and how its optioned.

2.5" shocks are pretty impressive, and I doubt Fox would put its name on them unless they were rather good. I simply don't understand all the people bashing the Mopar lift. It can be had for a mere $1,250 and appears to contain quality components. Very different from Mopar-branded lift kits in the past.

 

[TheSolarWizard]

2.5" shocks are pretty impressive, and I doubt Fox would put its name on them unless they were rather good. I simply don't understand all the people bashing the Mopar lift. It can be had for a mere $1,250 and appears to contain quality components. Very different from Mopar-branded lift kits in the past.

For me its about the fact that it’s either a)$4-500 too expensive or b)should include adjustable trac bars


As far as why it’s not offered: more revenue by selling it and it’s likely contending with transporter height limitations. Too tall for any mode of transfer means it’s a non starter

 

[LongTimeListener]

As far as why it’s not offered: more revenue by selling it and it’s likely contending with transporter height limitations. Too tall for any mode of transfer means it’s a non starter

Great point.

 

[bgenlvtex]

For me its about the fact that it’s either a)$4-500 too expensive or b)should include adjustable trac bars


As far as why it’s not offered: more revenue by selling it and it’s likely contending with transporter height limitations. Too tall for any mode of transfer means it’s a non starter

A Gladiator with a 2" lift will still be shorter than any manufacturers 3/4 ton 4x4 and the don't have any trouble getting them delivered

 

[TheSolarWizard]

A Gladiator with a 2" lift will still be shorter than any manufacturers 3/4 ton 4x4 and the don't have any trouble getting them delivered

I’ve never seen 3/4 T trucks double stacked on an 18 wheeler have you?

 

[bgenlvtex]

I’ve never seen 3/4 T trucks double stacked on an 18 wheeler have you?

I don't see where double stacking is your premise?

You said too tall for transport, I just said lots of shit taller than a 2" lifted Gladiator getting delivered.

 

[TheSolarWizard]

A Gladiator with a 2" lift will still be shorter than any manufacturers 3/4 ton 4x4 and the don't have any trouble getting them delivered

I don't see where double stacking is your premise?

You said too tall for transport, I just said lots of shit taller than a 2" lifted Gladiator getting delivered.

I said too tall for ANY mode of transport and double stacked carriers are how jeeps get to a whole lot of locations. Otherwise the destination charge would have to be double

 

[bgenlvtex]

I said too tall for ANY mode of transport and double stacked carriers are how jeeps get to a whole lot of locations. Otherwise the destination charge would have to be double

So how do you think all of these 3/4 ton 4x4 get delivered if they are too tall for ANY mode of transport?

What's the chance that they put the tall one on top?

 

[TheSolarWizard]

So how do you think all of these 3/4 ton 4x4 get delivered if they are too tall for ANY mode of transport?

What's the chance that they put the tall one on top?

So how do you think all of these 3/4 ton 4x4 get delivered if they are too tall for ANY mode of transport?

What's the chance that they put the tall one on top?

Any doesn’t mean all. It also introduces 12.5 tires on new wheels unless people would go for the skateboard look. That means new epa testing (and penalties) and possibly the tires extending beyond the fenders which is legally prohibited in lots of places

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