Will jeep dealers install lift kits?
Yes the dealer will install a lift, also… Some dealers will honor the Jeeps warranty if you have a lift installed by yourself or third party and it isn’t excessively tall. It would be best to talk it over with the service manager first to see if in fact they are “lift friendly”.
Can I install a jeep lift kit myself?
Installing a lift kit is time consuming. Once you have the vehicle’s frame supported with separate jacks for each axle, then it’s just a matter of drilling out and replacing rivets. Still, as long as you make sure the steering linkage, sway bars, brake lines and shocks are long enough you can install your own lift kit.
Do you need a lift kit for a Jeep Wrangler?
What is a Lift Kit? A lift kit replaces your Jeep’s springs and shocks, increasing your ride height. Wranglers are notorious off-roaders, but they can’t clear every obstacle you’ll come across. A lift kit will allow your rig to traverse rougher terrain, and as a general rule of thumb, the taller the lift, the more you can tackle.
How tall does a jeep suspension lift need to be?
Suspension lifts range from 2-6 inches. The main downside of taller suspension lifts is anything over a 2.5-inch lift will require a slip yoke eliminator (on YJs and TJs) and a CV driveshaft to prevent driveline vibrations and other issues.
What kind of suspension does a TJ Wrangler have?
TJ, JK, JL Wranglers: In 1997, the Wrangler’s suspension changed over to a 4-wheel coil type suspension which remains the stock suspension setup in Wranglers today. TJ and JK Wrangler lift kits use taller coil springs to increase the distance between the frame and the axles.
Do you need a yoke eliminator on a jeep lift?
The main downside of taller suspension lifts is anything over a 2.5-inch lift will require a slip yoke eliminator (on YJs and TJs) and a CV driveshaft to prevent driveline vibrations and other issues.
What is a Lift Kit? A lift kit replaces your Jeep’s springs and shocks, increasing your ride height. Wranglers are notorious off-roaders, but they can’t clear every obstacle you’ll come across. A lift kit will allow your rig to traverse rougher terrain, and as a general rule of thumb, the taller the lift, the more you can tackle.
Suspension lifts range from 2-6 inches. The main downside of taller suspension lifts is anything over a 2.5-inch lift will require a slip yoke eliminator (on YJs and TJs) and a CV driveshaft to prevent driveline vibrations and other issues.
TJ, JK, JL Wranglers: In 1997, the Wrangler’s suspension changed over to a 4-wheel coil type suspension which remains the stock suspension setup in Wranglers today. TJ and JK Wrangler lift kits use taller coil springs to increase the distance between the frame and the axles.
Why do I need a leveling kit for my Jeep Wrangler?
A leveling kit is exactly as it sounds; it levels the natural rake the factory gives Wranglers. Rather than having the front sit lower than the rear, the leveling kit will ensure everything sits, well, level. A common upgrade for Jeepers looking to balance things out after adding a heavier steel bumper and winch.