HlTn0UKeuk;;{Vd_?lE|LyI*4QI( If you start lifting and your wheels start coming off the ground, its probably your nerf bars/aftermarket rails. In comparison to full suspension lift kits the body lift kit as super affordable and simple to install. EXCEPTIONAL LIFTING CAPACITY: Use this jack adapter to lift vehicles up to 4,500 pounds or 2,000 kilograms. Sponsoring Manufacturers/Vendors - Check out Cyber Monday Specials!! .),A'#hu"RG{VdC#3N=(C&6PQ7Bls
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4-3/4-inch adjustable (up and down) rubber pad mounts. Third, I want to preserve as much fuel efficiency as I can and keep the driving performance as close to the factory feel as possible. Follow safety precautions to the T. Dont mess around here folks. 
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I had a body lift put on my old TJ and while I can't remember the exact cost it was much cheaper than the quote you got. Im a novice mechanic, and for the most part, the install was easy but a little nerve-racking. From the tire to the fender, we see an increase from ~4.5 clearance to ~5.75-inch clearance. PRY3w0q#7BRC_JhFxPk<3]zaxb0KHS#z No way it should be $350 for install, that's a ripoff! A Jack stand with crossbar support like the one below worked well enough to jack up the body on one side of the vehicle to lift the body off the mounts to insert the pucks.. With abodytub attachment nerf bar and body lift kit you have reduced that space and may bump into the mount brackets causing an annoying noise. Y9\9I"k@uV39;e(/,_h?Bx+#WIO%kcH"xth=0w USl;$Hl= ;g @ N&-9cY(|=Ab-BP ?H3(z> Byron Miller | Last Updated: February 23, 2022.
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58 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<6AFA7BC135E2664EAFB1B65AD6CCEB99>]/Index[52 12]/Info 51 0 R/Length 52/Prev 271028/Root 53 0 R/Size 64/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream endstream endobj 56 0 obj <>stream Normally you would have more room between the body mount bracket and your side steps. Archive - An impact wrench should be handy to save you the hassle of pulling the body bolts. body lift and called one of our local 4x4 specialists. 0000008196 00000 n endstream endobj startxref Body height at the top of the wheel well before lift kit. Please be sure to follow the instructions provided within your kit or check for the latest instructions from Teraflex website. Tech related bulletin board forum regarding subjects such as suspension, tires & wheels, steering, bumpers, skid plates, drive train, cages, on-board air and other useful modifications that will help improve the performance and protection of your Jeep JK Wrangler (Rubicon, Sahara, Unlimited and X) on the trail. Were excited to be adding an AEV lift and moving to 35 tires after putting over 42k on this set up without any issues. The following errors occurred with your submission, JK-Forum.com - The top destination for Jeep JK and JL Wrangler news, rumors, and discussion. Are you looking for a quality Jeep body lift kit to help clear larger tires or handle more flex and articulation? With simple to follow instructions, we wont walk you through the install step-by-step, but I will update you with some photos of some of the major components and share some advice from lessons learned. From what I understand the install is pretty straight forward. %PDF-1.4 % Do Not Sell My Personal Information -, By logging into your account, you agree to our. startxref 0000001900 00000 n XG*@4hG#}z `q0**[3O:zwHB`vw 7yQl')%IuOwk C68i-9f%JohP'_}8m1fZYZ6{YKy a+LDPkrq&7sbf0a+B>;|P;s"^..clJW]yW.ZzeZbK %:OGq .`j.Zp#-QlvJP"iP$e#8T}{1Y}NtDj, IUCBXw 5J^6 WcefdCfA>{;&MZ"vF"% :HdyD"-S"N8&&%bO :kA Spacers will be kept after 3.5 lift. In the future, If I want to go to a larger lift kit to fit larger tires I could leave the body lift kit on so Im not losing any of my investment. jP 0000001047 00000 n To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. 0000007459 00000 n AA;d:1L}5d!u#D|6'm~V&zln
If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. The hardest puck to get in are the ones on the front of the vehicle as they have the toughest clearance needed to slide them in. 93 20 ftypjp2 jp2 jpxbjpx rreq @ - -jp2h ihdr @ colr [jp2cOQ / @ R \ #B@ H H P H H P H H P H H P H H P endstream endobj 104 0 obj <>stream FITS MOST STANDARD FLOOR JACKS: This jack adapter is designed with saddles that can be adjusted from 23 inches to 32 inches on the center. Are you curious about the fitment and installation of the Teraflex 1.25 inch body lift kit? I would see what other price estimates you could get and if none are good enough tackle the lift yourself.
You must really lift the body up off the frame to slide this pick in. With my nerf bars on I couldnt separate the body from the mounts because the bars were grabbing the frame.
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Floor jack LOTS OF ADJUSTABILITY: In order to be useful in your auto body shop, a tool needs to be adjustable to accommodate as many vehicles as possible. Remove your nerf bars to ease installation. 0000016958 00000 n Q ^K5Iu? 7R"3TF*bZGudt The mountains are always calling my name. 0000004474 00000 n hbbd``b`@Sd L Hiking 101 Complete beginners hiking guide, Rooftop Tent Camping Adventure starts above the ground, Road Trip Planning The simple art of planning the perfect road trip, Dragway Tools 2 Ton Cross Beam Adapter for Floor Jacks Engine Hoist Shop Crane, Champ 2 Ton Cross Beam Jack Adapter - 4,500 LBS Lifting Capacity Adjustable Saddle 23 in to 32 - Professional - Made in USA, TeraFlex 4152100 Body Lift (JK 1.25" Kit), Must have books for your next Colorado Trails 4-wheel drive, Jeep Tent Camping Everything you need to know about Jeep Camping, Rugged Ridge Dash Multi-Mount Review & Install Guide, 7 Breathtaking Southern Colorado Jeep Trails, Hiking the South Fork Eagle River and Cantata Peak, Rockpals 300w Portable Generator Review 2022 Update. Cookie Policy - at 4wp too. trailer 0 Advertising - 1-2 hours worth of work charged. DESIGNED TO LAST: Champ manufactured this essential automotive tool in the USA. When installing it is essential that you work on your vehicle taking all safety precautions. Ive taken a lot of pictures to help show before and after and point out the changes to looks. 112 0 obj <>stream Ydub(}x That is completely ridiculous, they all are i would NEVER ever pay for a lift install. Nervously high. H|T0+ x 3/4 in. 0000017481 00000 n
Show us your Jeep - Enter this month's Featured Jeep of the Month contest. $350 for a body lift is very high I think. On a Jeep with a few miles and some time under its belt, I would imagine these bolts would be extremely difficult to dislodge. Im a 40 something father of two girls who loves the mountains, still plays in the sand and enjoys being in the great outdoors. For instance, a body lift kit can be installed for a couple of hundred dollars whereas a suspension lift kit can cost several thousand dollars to install. Privacy Statement - with a bolt washer mount. When you lift your body with the Teraflex body lift kit, you will notice a small gap/seem along your front/rear bumpers and the wheel fenders. I paid $150 4-5 years ago for a body lift install on a silverado.
%PDF-1.5 % 0000003748 00000 n 0000002513 00000 n endstream endobj 102 0 obj <>stream Floor Jack cross beam is highly recommended for a more stable lift. A body Lift kit allows you to run a slightly larger tire size such as 33 tires to reduce potential rubbing on your fenders. Second, my goal was something simple to install with limited modifications to my Jeep. K THimF$X#d i Leave a comment if you have installed this lift kit or others and check out some of our other First Jeep Upgrades. Allows you to use 44 lumber for spacers to jack your body off the frame. H|TMo0+. hb`````d`e` B,@Q+\ej1{P gV<9e7F.LB20(iA K102a`a##L2mfUh&2I& `[ ab E =*( I didnt think 1.25 inches would change much, but it does give the Jeep some character. About Us - You dont want your vehicle rolling away nor do you want your body sliding off chassis because your driveway or workspace is not level. One gotcha that I had is that nerf bars/steps that connect to your body tub may bump into your body mount brackets causing a squeak. qwH4H>(43;7I2*prn' endstream endobj 103 0 obj <>stream 0 Body bolts are clipped in impact wrench released them nicely otherwise, you will have to get creative to pull bolts. Feb 2022 Update! You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. Sorry for the low-quality photo but the following image shows the clearance in the wheel well between tire and frame. Be sure your vehicle is parked, with the parking brake fully engaged and wheels chocked on a level and smooth surface. 52 0 obj <> endobj You wont need to relocate, move or replace any drive train components to complete this lift kit. 0000012151 00000 n The mounting peg measures 1-3/16 inches VERSATILE LIFTING OPTIONS: This cross beam jack adapter is a must-have tool for any auto or body shop. HSMo0+s$RqcUmroBlJn;14mT7xe s( *45KyQ~JVFl4`"\|)/J^!n7p3B9fRDfF|OSuDjA#r]x]:M_ J,%!dQlMF"(L1w>X M56>M"bHRpA*!qZ.#oV3*7?}ps}SJXfm y.4) lKI9{n4MV;H(aCEz?,b\]&cs!Up|:m~MJ8}g]Y^8|=\#|^5XtJ@*Qu0 0000002411 00000 n 93 0 obj <> endobj M bp'VFI~6[YpVgC/(02YfYl>i We love hearing from our readers. Weve had quite a bit of time and trail use with the body lift kit and no significant issues to report.
On my 2018 Jeep, the bolts had a locking washer holding them in so even though they would loosen up I needed to use an impact wrench to break them free. Accordingly, my front bumper doesnt show nearly as visible gap as the rear bumper does. VENGEANCE - The Curmudgeons Revenge JK Build, Gladiator Electrical, Lighting & Sound Systems, Archived - Jeep XJ Cherokee & Grand Cherokees. 2018 JKU on 33 Ko2 Tires with Rubicon Rims. The crossbeam support add-on that many of the floor jacks offer worked well and felt safer than boards being mashed up by the head of the floor jack. If you dont like the thought of doing it yourself, most shops will charge $150 or so for the installation. First, my mission is mostly driving around Austin with some pleasure trips up to the San Juans and weekend trips to Hidden Falls Adventure Park. I wont lie, it looks and feels awkward. ^fgh,z#"JWF 0000000016 00000 n Some body lift kits will also remove the Jeeps factory rake and level out your vehicle, often referred to as leveling kits. 0000000966 00000 n Check out our Offroad tire guide for a more detailed deep dive into tire sizing for your Jeep! endstream endobj 53 0 obj <> endobj 54 0 obj <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 55 0 obj <>stream 0000005243 00000 n Teraflex provides this informative video for installing the Teraflex body lift kit. %%EOF