Forum Replies Created

  • Author
    Posts
  • silverspear
    March 17, 2016 at 10:13 am #35376

    Hello Greg,

    I am a person who runs on numbers throughout everything I do in life. When I thought about the lift kit, the intent was to keep the center of gravity the same while widening the tires and possibly install spacers too.

    For this, I am still searching for the correct center of gravity of the WJ and do the calculations according to the desired lift. I will of course compare with tire offset, spacers and see if those are realistic to install on the WJ.

    P.S: The OEM suspension is shot, instead of replacing with OEM, I thought I would do an upgrade.

    silverspear
    March 11, 2016 at 8:45 am #35272

    Forget the stock suspension, the WJ needs width after all.

    I was looking for a 4″ lift kit with Mickey Thompson 33’s. This will give it extra clearance and width.
    What I couldn’t figure out, is the amount of flex needed, if needed after all.

    Assuming you are negotiating a left curb having a 45 degree angle, might a Jeep with long arms (high flex) be prone to tipping over? Or shall one stick with a jeep having less flex?

    I am trying to accomplish a good mix between functionality and looks.

    silverspear
    March 11, 2016 at 8:13 am #35270

    Thanks for your reply.

    It is not a matter of taste rather what is the right suspension for desert purposes. Rock climbing is different than Sand Dunes which is different than Mud Terrains…
    Not all stock cars can go to many places. Have you tried Land Cruisers on Sand Dunes?

    Yes, I know the JK 2012 has a slightly powerful engine than the WJ V8 (The HO I mean), but I prefer to spend on mods with an older cheap truck than breaking the bank with a new one. There is a 7-9x the value between both!

    So again what should I aim for as correct suspension for Sand Dunes?

  • Author
    Posts