mark98110

hey all,
i apologize in advance if this is a repeat thread. i have looked everywhere for opinions on several kits i'm looking at, with no luck...

i am debating between a 3" lift kit from Zone seen here... (but other suggestions are welcome!)
http://zoneoffroad.com/product?ki=436&gr=-1#no_op

or simply doing a 2" BB kit (which there seem to be multiple, so suggestions on best one would be helpful)

now... i am trying to decide if the extra 400 bones for the 3" zone is worth it, and moreover, what hidden costs i might be facing... such as, if i go with 3" i am likely to need a transfer case drop (spacers ~$40), but what else? i am planning on adding a sterring stabilizer regardless, but are there any other parts i will need to replace vs an relatively easy 2" lift?

i will add that this is a DD, and i want to maintain the easy steering and ride. but on the other hand, my stock leaf springs are just about the only bit rusted up on my XJ (and sag a bit) and would love to replace them.

opinions? thanks guys!
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Power73

if it were me i would get the zone kit. you get to replace your saggy leafs and coils and also get new shocks

01mainexj

i say get the zone lift i just got it and love it it rides great and does even better offroad plus. It flexes great for just coils and an aal that i got the transfer case drop stopped all the vibrations i was having and you are going to want extended sway bar links or disconnects because they will get caught up in you coils

scheetz_21

i had a zone 4.5 kit very nice products!

Xj88

First off whats your budget? 2nd Go with the zone kit over the cheap BB. If you have a decent budget I may can recommend a better kit.

mark98110

i have a decent budget, so i was considering just going all the way, so i wont regret it, and getting OME. i have heard it will improve upon the stock suspension, and is ideal for a DD that will do some off roading. i am not doing anything extreme, just rough trails for extended periods to get to trailheads, and want it to perform well on road.

i wanted to go with their 2" lift kit, but all i can find is their 1.5"... is there a dealer i could call to talk to and make sure i'm getting everything i need? i found a dealer in KS that seemed legit, but cant find them again...

would people recommend the heavy duty leafs, or medium? i will be loading gear in the trunk, people in back seat when off roading...
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Xj88

http://dpgoffroad.com/products/22-5-...-hybrid-kit-2/

Xj88

Or piece together an RE kit.

mark98110

yes! thank you for the link, that is who i was looking for. i gave them a call to talk, but they're out... debating doing less of a lift for a bit cheaper, but the 3" you linked seems complete. wont i need spacers for a Tcase drop though?
hmmm, might pull the trigger on either a 2" or 3" tomorrow...

NorCalJeep

If this is a DD, then go with a 3" lift kit. If you are on a tight budget check out Iron Rock offroad, Rough country, rustys, or zone offroad. These are basic low budget kits.

mark98110

i dunno, im kinda set on the OME system... pricier, but sounds like the real deal. this is going to be a lifer jeep, so the investment seems worth it.
i hope to talk to the dealers linked above and see if the 2" or 3" is best for me.
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Xj88

Go 3".....you'll regret 2.

NorCalJeep

He'll regret 3 and wish he went with 4.5, then he'll regret 4.5 with 6.5. It's a Jeep thing lol

Xj88

Im at the 4.5 stage...5.5 is ideal.

bullettooth2008

I have the 3" rough country AAL kit with 31's no regrets and no other alterations or expenses needed, pleased with it.