Spacer lift- What else needed?

[AcesandEights]

Just add the spacers. Once you do that, you'll know what else you need.

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[ejewels]

If I did just put them on, these are the ones I'm looking for?
https://www.allmoparparts.com/sku/68322798aa.html

Just order two of them? The shop said they could install them for only 50 bucks more. Seems like some people add these to their stock rubicons so I guess they can't be too bad on a lower lift jeep.

 

[20-Willys]

That is the correct part and you need two.

 

[ejewels]

OK guys so I think I'm good here. Gonna go 1.5" spacer lift all around (maybe the TF 1.5 kit with 2" up front if anyone can convince me to NOT do 1.5 all around lol) and the mopar LCA's on my willys. Thanks for all of the help!

 

[renegadecaderyn]

If I did just put them on, these are the ones I'm looking for?
https://www.allmoparparts.com/sku/68322798aa.html

Just order two of them? The shop said they could install them for only 50 bucks more. Seems like some people add these to their stock rubicons so I guess they can't be too bad on a lower lift jeep.

I would pay $50 for them to install the LCAs. Will give you a little more caster which is most likely needed.

 

[ejewels]

You'll be fine. I have both the the TF leveling kit 2" front and 1.5 rear and the Rubicon springs.
I first installed the Rubicon springs with a TF 1/2" spacer in front. I then wanted a little more so I got the leveling kit. I also did the Mopar LCA's right after the leveling kit as everyone recommended it (only do one side at a time). These are cheap on Rock Auto after I had an experience with Quadratec and a lost one in shipping. I recently swapped in an AEV steering stabilizer which was nice upgrade as well. Feels solid.

Meant to ask.. since you went up higher (rubi springs AND the spacer kit)… did you still use our (Willy’s) stock rubi shocks? Were they long enough? Extensions or bump stops?

 

[whoisphilli]

I have run both set ups: teraflex spacers without shock extensions and teraflex spacers with shock extensions. I find the shock extensions are worth it. The suspension doesn't 'top out' when you go over speed bumps since the shock travel range in now matched to lift. The teraflex shock extensions are great: https://www.amazon.ca/TeraFlex-1985200-Wrangler-Shock-Extension/dp/B07HPH4FP4

 

[ejewels]

I have run both set ups: teraflex spacers without shock extensions and teraflex spacers with shock extensions. I find the shock extensions are worth it. The suspension doesn't 'top out' when you go over speed bumps since the shock travel range in now matched to lift. The teraflex shock extensions are great: https://www.amazon.ca/TeraFlex-1985200-Wrangler-Shock-Extension/dp/B07HPH4FP4

you're on a rubi though, right? I have a willys so its not as high since it doesn't have the rubi springs. It DOES have the rubi shocks though. So I'm told I don't need the extensions since I'll just be getting to stock rubi height after the 1.5" spacers all around and should be good on shock length.

 

[GATORB8]

Note, you need to do both if you run extensions. Shock extensions make the compressed length of the shock longer than the stock bump, for shock longevity you don't want to bottom it out.

 

[whoisphilli]

you're on a rubi though, right? I have a willys so its not as high since it doesn't have the rubi springs. It DOES have the rubi shocks though. So I'm told I don't need the extensions since I'll just be getting to stock rubi height after the 1.5" spacers all around and should be good on shock length.

Yes I am on a Rubi. Since you're on Willys springs maybe just do the spacers and if you notice the shocks 'topping out' then you can always add extensions later or just upgrade the shocks to something with more travel.

 

[6th Floor Mule]

you're on a rubi though, right? I have a willys so its not as high since it doesn't have the rubi springs. It DOES have the rubi shocks though. So I'm told I don't need the extensions since I'll just be getting to stock rubi height after the 1.5" spacers all around and should be good on shock length.

Extensions can be added later if needed. I’d call it safe insurance to install now to retain your current ride quality, but only you will be able to tell how it rides without them. It’s pretty subjective. I added longer shocks, longer sway bar links, and the Mopar LCA’s to maintain (improve?) the OE geometry/ride quality. Yes, a complete spring lift was an option, but I (I.e, my garage door opening) needed no more than 2” and the spacer lift made the most sense for my application.

 

[GATORB8]

Can't remember if I mentioned it before, but probably worth throwing on QD end links up front just for convenience.

 

[Gobi2]

AEV is the most complete kit I found. I went with their 2” spacer kit and 315 tires on mine and am super happy. AEV does work / kits for many manufacturers including Jeep and seemed to be way to go.

 

[ejewels]

Note, you need to do both if you run extensions. Shock extensions make the compressed length of the shock longer than the stock bump, for shock longevity you don't want to bottom it out.

Need to do both what? I'm getting confused here now lol. I thought I'm good since I'm on a willys and not a rubi (springs/height) shock-length wise? But now it seems people are saying I could still add the extensions? Also QD endlinks? Not even sure what those do lol. I'm also paying for installs, so not trying to kill the bank. The jeep shop isn't cheap since they are well known and do good work around here. So I don't want to skimp out on anything, but also don't want to keep adding stuff for them to do and for me to buy if not really necessary lol

 

[ejewels]

Yes I am on a Rubi. Since you're on Willys springs maybe just do the spacers and if you notice the shocks 'topping out' then you can always add extensions later or just upgrade the shocks to something with more travel.

what would I look for to feel this "topping out"? Definitely doesn't sound good lol.

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