Teraflex 2.5” vs Teraflex 3.5”

[hmnshee]

Hi

My own jeep is Unlimited sport and I already fixed Teraflex 1.5” performance spacer lift kit, I’m looking to upgrade to coil lift kit for superb stance l’m on road driver no offroad at all. I’m confuse shall I go with Teraflex 2.5” or Teraflex 3.5” ? I’m talking here about Teraflex coil spring base lift kit without shocks

My jeep with Teraflex 1.5” performance spacer lift kit , 285/70/17

• Teraflex 2.5” coil spring base lift kit

the spacer gave me 2” that’s why I wondering about 2.5” lift kit. it will make difference ? can be noticed, what do you think guys ? If it will make deference I prefer 2.5”. If any one fixed this lift kit I need your opinion with pics and how much height you got

•Teraflex 3.5” coil spring base lift kit

3.5” will make the differnce I know but heared if I reach this height I need to change for new driveshaft ? Is it right ? Also same If any one fixed this lift kit I need your opinion with pics and how much height you got

Is it real the lift kits will give more height for non rubicon ?

I need your help and repaly guys I’m really confused

thanks

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[word302]

Skip Teraflex and get a lift that’s actually manufactured in the USA. Rock Krawler or Metalcloak are far superior.

 

[rohdawg]

Skip Teraflex and get a lift that’s actually manufactured in the USA. Rock Krawler or Metalcloak are far superior.

He’s from Dubai. Not sure if being made in the USA would matter that much.

@hmnshee - once you go above a 2.5” lift, a new drive shaft is absolutely recommended. The stock driveshaft can’t keep up with the amount of droop you get from anything higher.
I realize you said you don’t off road. What is it your ultimately trying to achieve with your lift? We may be able to help better knowing your end goal.

 

[MadDog27]

Skip Teraflex and get a lift that’s actually manufactured in the USA. Rock Krawler or Metalcloak are far superior.

I thought Teraflex was USA made. That not true?

 

[word302]

I thought Teraflex was USA made. That not true?

It’s what they would love everyone to believe, but they’ve been outsourcing manufacturing to China for quite a few years now.

 

[entropy]

Skip Teraflex and get a lift that’s actually manufactured in the USA. Rock Krawler or Metalcloak are far superior.

Whats the issue with teraflex being manufactured in china? Are you worried about quality issues, or is it more of a support US manufacturing kind of thing?

Ive also been told metalcloak and rock krawler are the best lifts. But curious to know why teraflex sucks.

 

[word302]

Whats the issue with teraflex being manufactured in china? Are you worried about quality issues, or is it more of a support US manufacturing kind of thing?

Ive also been told metalcloak and rock krawler are the best lifts. But curious to know why teraflex sucks.

Is this a real question? There are several issues. The quality of steel you’re going to get from China is much different, don’t get me started on the quality of skilled labor. And yes, supporting companies that keep all their manufacturing in-house is important, not only to keep jobs here but for obvious quality control issues.

 

[hmnshee]

Skip Teraflex and get a lift that’s actually manufactured in the USA. Rock Krawler or Metalcloak are far superior.

I respect your loyalty for USA manufactures and i know there are many manufactures better than TERAFLEX such as AEV, Rock Krawler or Metalcloak but for me, i'm looking for something has quality and not expensive. i'm not from USA so the lift kit will cost me more there are international shipment cost and tax

 

[hmnshee]

He’s from Dubai. Not sure if being made in the USA would matter that much.

@hmnshee - once you go above a 2.5” lift, a new drive shaft is absolutely recommended. The stock driveshaft can’t keep up with the amount of droop you get from anything higher.
I realize you said you don’t off road. What is it your ultimately trying to achieve with your lift? We may be able to help better knowing your end goal.

thanks for your replay
really i don't want to replace the drive shift that why i have doubt to go with 3.5"
yes i bought the jeep because it is strength and has beautiful shape and as all jeepers know the lift kit will make the shape much better

my goal to have a taller and superb stance

 

[hmnshee]

Whats the issue with teraflex being manufactured in china? Are you worried about quality issues, or is it more of a support US manufacturing kind of thing?

Ive also been told metalcloak and rock krawler are the best lifts. But curious to know why teraflex sucks.

I respect your loyalty guys, but as the manufactures vision i understand they want to be wide and cost of the workers is cheap that why many of them being manufactured in china

 

[rohdawg]

thanks for your replay
really i don't want to replace the drive shift that why i have doubt to go with 3.5"
yes i bought the jeep because it is strength and has beautiful shape and as all jeepers know the lift kit will make the shape much better

my goal to have a taller and superb stance

Okay, so you’re more into the aesthetics than trying to rock crawl. Understand.
Have you considered the Mopar lift? It’s relatively uncomplicated, you’ll get at least 2.5” out of it and maybe even some more. It won’t stress your driveshaft and is one of the easier lifts to install. There are many forum members that have used the Mopar lift and are very happy with it.


That said - the Mopar lift costs a bit more than the Teraflex 2.5” you’ve posted. If you’re just looking to add larger tires and improve the aesthetics of your Jeep, either option would fit your needs.

 

[c20040215]

Is this a real question? There are several issues. The quality of steel you’re going to get from China is much different, don’t get me started on the quality of skilled labor. And yes, supporting companies that keep all their manufacturing in-house is important, not only to keep jobs here but for obvious quality control issues.

You crack me up bro.
The quality of a product has little to do with the country of origin. It is how much you want to pay. If you pay good to your supplier, you get great QC and products, regardless of where it is made, vice versa. I don't see you complaining about the quality of the Chinese-made flat-screen TV or smartphone you use day in and day out. On the other hand, most of the Rough Country fabricated parts are MADE IN USA, Tennessee to be specific. You like to brag about your XX years of experience, you tell me how their quality is.

I am sure you already know MC Dual Sport shocks and RK RRD shocks are sourced overseas, most likely China. Does that make them bad? Absolutely not. And MC control arms.. Do you think they are 100% MADE IN USA? Have you ever wondered where they get the joints from?

Don't get me wrong, MC and RK make top-tier quality parts that are well-loved by the offroad community, the same goes for Teraflex, Clayton, AEV, Synergy's, EVO.. etc. I personally have a mix of parts from those manufacturers and I am happy with how they work on my Jeep, I would not have done it differently. But I also understand everyone has different applications, different builts, different preferences, different experiences, and different budgets in mind. The things I like might not be other's cup of tea. If you are happy with your purchase, AWESOME. If not, walk away.

But... "Metal Cloak or Rock Krawler, you will thank me later", that gets old really quick.

 

[TxJeepers]

Skip Teraflex and get a lift that’s actually manufactured in the USA. Rock Krawler or Metalcloak are far superior.

This guy always has it out for Teraflex. Nevermind their over three decades of Jeep experience, their innovations that others copy, parts that stand the test of time and abuse, etc. Let's just say they suck because they do not manufacturer everything in the USA. With this logic we shouldn't even be driving Wranglers. Just because they are assembled in Toleda doesn't mean every part was manufactured in the USA.
I run parts from Metalcloak, Fox, Motobilt, EVO, Synergy, Reid Racing, Adams, ARB and Teraflex.

 

[word302]

This guy always has it out for Teraflex. Nevermind their over three decades of Jeep experience, their innovations that others copy, parts that stand the test of time and abuse, etc. Let's just say they suck because they do not manufacturer everything in the USA. With this logic we shouldn't even be driving Wranglers. Just because they are assembled in Toleda doesn't mean every part was manufactured in the USA.
I run parts from Metalcloak, Fox, Motobilt, EVO, Synergy, Reid Racing, Adams, ARB and Teraflex.

Search this forum for all the issues everyone has with their track bars. Search around for their pinch bolts on LCAs slipping. Yes they used to make fantastic stuff, then they got huge and their quality went way downhill. I used to run their parts 20 years ago because they were a top brand in the industry. Not the case anymore.

 

[word302]

You crack me up bro.
The quality of a product has little to do with the country of origin. It is how much you want to pay. If you pay good to your supplier, you get great QC and products, regardless of where it is made, vice versa. I don't see you complaining about the quality of the Chinese-made flat-screen TV or smartphone you use day in and day out. On the other hand, most of the Rough Country fabricated parts are MADE IN USA, Tennessee to be specific. You like to brag about your XX years of experience, you tell me how their quality is.

I am sure you already know MC Dual Sport shocks and RK RRD shocks are sourced overseas, most likely China. Does that make them bad? Absolutely not. And MC control arms.. Do you think they are 100% MADE IN USA? Have you ever wondered where they get the joints from?

Don't get me wrong, MC and RK make top-tier quality parts that are well-loved by the offroad community, the same goes for Teraflex, Clayton, AEV, Synergy's, EVO.. etc. I personally have a mix of parts from those manufacturers and I am happy with how they work on my Jeep, I would not have done it differently. But I also understand everyone has different applications, different builts, different preferences, different experiences, and different budgets in mind. The things I like might not be other's cup of tea. If you are happy with your purchase, AWESOME. If not, walk away.

But... "Metal Cloak or Rock Krawler, you will thank me later", that gets old really quick.

RK builds all of their shocks in-house. It’s more than just the outsourcing, Teraflex quality went way downhill years ago. Not a brand I recommend anymore and I’m not the only one. I recommend Rick Krawler and Metalcloak because not only is their stuff bulletproof, they stand behind it with excellent customer service. When you call RK, you almost always talk to someone who actually knows what they’re talking about.

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