Love heights? Love being a monster on the road? Then you will love a Jeep lift kit. When adding those precious inches, off road junkies to the typical highway driver look for suspension kits that are easy to install and that come with all the necessary parts.
There is something about being in a lifted Jeep that makes anyone driving it feel like the king of the hill. Whether you are looking for a fit for bigger tires, need more ground clearance or just love that aggressive look of a lifted Jeep, lift kits such as Pro Comp, Rubicon Express, Full Traction, Superlift and Black Diamond offer the perfect choice to get you on your way to off roading adventures or just a birds eye view on the highway. The best way to determine suspension is to take a look at tire size. Everything is based on the size of tires you are using or planning to use. The tires determine trail performance as well as street driving and maneuverability.
Most Jeep Lift Kits offer options to match your lift kit to your tire size. Because all Jeeps are different, most kits are built based on the average Jeep giving you more or less lift depending on the actual weight of your vehicle. Spring rates are typically measured in pounds per inch of travel, therefore if your Jeep is lighter you will get more lift than the average. Keep this in mind when choosing a suspension kit. Some Jeeps with lots of accessories, a heavy winch up front or ones that have had an engine swap may not have enough clearance for the desired tires and therefore a selected suspension kit. To make a better selection, it would be wise to weigh your Jeep on a commercial scale to get front and rear weight. With this info, you can better predict how your Jeep will react.
Make sure that your big tires are properly balanced to avoid wobbling steering at highway speeds. Shocks are another aspect of Jeep lift kits to be aware of. They are not one size fits all. Piston size is important with bigger tires which increase un-sprung weight requiring a larger spring size. The type of Jeeping that you will be doing also determines suspension and shock selection. Whatever you choose, make sure it is a good match and that the Jeep is safe and secure. Enjoy your adventure.
