3.5" SPORT suspension system for the non-Rubicon JLU

[Whhood]

35/12.50r20 Cooper STT Pros

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[JRU]

So check out the option we have below. This (or lower adjustable control arms) will help with road feel. But best bet is to drive it and get a feel for it. All Jeeps are a bit different. But the geo bracket helps keep everything within OE spec. And an alignment too!! Matt

Can you tell me what bracket systems would be recommended in order to keep as close to oem geometry all the way around?

 

[RanchoShocks]

I would use the geo bracket in the post that you quoted. Depending on ride height, you will use a different mount to regain, in many cases, a better ride feel than stock.
Thanks!

Can you tell me what bracket systems would be recommended in order to keep as close to oem geometry all the way around?

 

[JRU]

I just installed this lift (with RS9000 Adjustable shocks), I used the Rubicon Express Geo Brackets ($129) as the Rancho are more ($150), any of the Geo brackets on the market will suffice. It is a great lift kit with a soft ride, my only complaint is there is still about an inch down rake of the front and I need to add a spacer. I do have bumper with winch however my Bumper is Aluminum at only 35lbs so i was not anticipating this much drop.

@lightsout How do you feel about the rubicon Express Geo Brackets? You’ve had them on there for a bit now. Did you get the ones that come in 4 pieces? I’ve been looking at them but im worries they may be a bit flimsy. Please share your thoughts.

 

[RanchoShocks]

You know we make a beefy one piece design?
http://www.gorancho.com/products/ac...rm-geometry-correction-brackets-rs62118b.html

It does cost a bit more but it is pure beef.

@lightsout How do you feel about the rubicon Express Geo Brackets? You’ve had them on there for a bit now. Did you get the ones that come in 4 pieces? I’ve been looking at them but im worries they may be a bit flimsy. Please share your thoughts.

 

[Whhood]

You know we make a beefy one piece design?
http://www.gorancho.com/products/ac...rm-geometry-correction-brackets-rs62118b.html

It does cost a bit more but it is pure beef.

 

[Whhood]

I just received my Rancho brackets today. Very pleased with the quality!

 

[JRU]

You know we make a beefy one piece design?
http://www.gorancho.com/products/ac...rm-geometry-correction-brackets-rs62118b.html

It does cost a bit more but it is pure beef.

It seems as though the rancho’s bracket is a stronger product. That’s why I wanted to check with @lightsout to see how he felt about his brackets?

On a side note @RanchoShocks with your 3.5 kit what do you recommend for the rear control arms as far as geometry correctness?

 

[RanchoShocks]

At this height (for the SPORT) nothing is needed out back.
Now our "taller" CRAWLER systems includes control arms

It seems as though the rancho’s bracket is a stronger product. That’s why I wanted to check with @lightsout to see how he felt about his brackets?

On a side note @RanchoShocks with your 3.5 kit what do you recommend for the rear control arms as far as geometry correctness?

 

[lightsout]

It seems as though the rancho’s bracket is a stronger product. That’s why I wanted to check with @lightsout to see how he felt about his brackets?

On a side note @RanchoShocks with your 3.5 kit what do you recommend for the rear control arms as far as geometry correctness?

@lightsout How do you feel about the rubicon Express Geo Brackets? You’ve had them on there for a bit now. Did you get the ones that come in 4 pieces? I’ve been looking at them but im worries they may be a bit flimsy. Please share your thoughts.

The Rancho Brackets were not in stock so I purchased the Rubicon Express Geo Brackets, which are extremely stout. I am sure either brand is more than sufficient as both companies are experienced suspension manufactures.

 

[Sgt Beavis]

You know we make a beefy one piece design?
http://www.gorancho.com/products/ac...rm-geometry-correction-brackets-rs62118b.html

It does cost a bit more but it is pure beef.

 

[RanchoShocks]

Not too sure who you spoke to, but we have TONS in stock of our brackets.

The Rancho Brackets were not in stock so I purchased the Rubicon Express Geo Brackets, which are extremely stout. I am sure either brand is more than sufficient as both companies are experienced suspension manufactures.

 

[lightsout]

Not too sure who you spoke to, but we have TONS in stock of our brackets.

This was back in Mid Nov.

 

[RanchoShocks]

Gotcha LOL

This was back in Mid Nov.

 

[lightsout]

Gotcha LOL

Here is a review I wrote after installing the Rancho 3.5" Sport Lift.

href="https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/forum/threads/jl-sport-sahara-only-lift-kit-thread-non-rubicon.20211/page-2#post-502704">JL Sport/Sahara only Lift Kit Thread (Non Rubicon)

I am very pleased with it except the Front end rake/drop. The front springs cannot handle the bumper and Winch, in fact the bumper I installed was made out of Aluminum and only weighs 35lbs plus a 9500 winch and Ihave about a 1"-1.5" front drop.

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