Clayton Off Road: JL Overland Plus Lift Kits

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Okay, this right here is what I've been searching for! I bought my JLR last week and have been wanting a minimal lift to clear 35s but can still be loaded out for camping. Like many here have mentioned, I just don't want to go 37s or larger at this point; especially when they're not as necessary with a 2DR. I actually like the wheels my JLR came with but they're only 7.5" wide. Quadratec has their 8.5" version (the Morphic, I believe) but it appears the backspacing isn't proper for this kit. I'm not a huge fan of spacers unless they've come a long ways in the decade since I've last looked at them so may need to look at other wheels.

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[OversandJL]

Okay, this right here is what I've been searching for! I bought my JLR last week and have been wanting a minimal lift to clear 35s but can still be loaded out for camping. Like many here have mentioned, I just don't want to go 37s or larger at this point; especially when they're not as necessary with a 2DR. I actually like the wheels my JLR came with but they're only 7.5" wide. Quadratec has their 8.5" version (the Morphic, I believe) but it appears the backspacing isn't proper for this kit. I'm not a huge fan of spacers unless they've come a long ways in the decade since I've last looked at them so may need to look at other wheels.

Look into spydertrax spacers, work great with oem wheels. Loctite and proper torque and you'll have no problem.

 

[Sydwaiz]

Okay, this right here is what I've been searching for! I bought my JLR last week and have been wanting a minimal lift to clear 35s but can still be loaded out for camping. Like many here have mentioned, I just don't want to go 37s or larger at this point; especially when they're not as necessary with a 2DR. I actually like the wheels my JLR came with but they're only 7.5" wide. Quadratec has their 8.5" version (the Morphic, I believe) but it appears the backspacing isn't proper for this kit. I'm not a huge fan of spacers unless they've come a long ways in the decade since I've last looked at them so may need to look at other wheels.

You would be fine with the Quadratec wheels. I'm running Borah wheels with my Clayton kit and have zero issues. The Borahs have even more backspace than the Qtec wheels keeping the tires tucked even more. The lift kit doesn't change anything clearance wise over stock. It's not like it's relocating the shocks or anything. Backspace requirements will be more tire and wheel specific, not lift kit usually.

 

[Paul19JLR]

Okay, this right here is what I've been searching for! I bought my JLR last week and have been wanting a minimal lift to clear 35s but can still be loaded out for camping. Like many here have mentioned, I just don't want to go 37s or larger at this point; especially when they're not as necessary with a 2DR. I actually like the wheels my JLR came with but they're only 7.5" wide. Quadratec has their 8.5" version (the Morphic, I believe) but it appears the backspacing isn't proper for this kit. I'm not a huge fan of spacers unless they've come a long ways in the decade since I've last looked at them so may need to look at other wheels.

I've been running 35's for a couple years in OEM rims with no spacers and no lift. I'll be putting the Clayton springs on this weekend.

 

[Hucke_250]

Just picked up my Sahara after having the 1.5 kit installed. Paired with a set of the Fox shocks and the ride is much improved over stock.

What size tires are you running?

 

[Clayton Off Road]

Okay, this right here is what I've been searching for! I bought my JLR last week and have been wanting a minimal lift to clear 35s but can still be loaded out for camping. Like many here have mentioned, I just don't want to go 37s or larger at this point; especially when they're not as necessary with a 2DR. I actually like the wheels my JLR came with but they're only 7.5" wide. Quadratec has their 8.5" version (the Morphic, I believe) but it appears the backspacing isn't proper for this kit. I'm not a huge fan of spacers unless they've come a long ways in the decade since I've last looked at them so may need to look at other wheels.

Check out spidertrax! We use them on our company vehicles and they work great. You can read about some of the extra steps they take on their site to ensure safety

 

[Hucke_250]

Would any of you guy/girls with a 4 door on a 2.5 Clayton lift mind measuring how much lift you got? I am currently running an AEV Dualsport lift on my JLU Sport, and I am trying to determine approximately how much lift I may loose if I switch over to the Clayton 2.5 springs.
Below is where to take the measurements if anyone can help me out.

*I stole the picture from one of @Roky posts

 

[CO_Jeep]

I am actually curious of the same measurements for the 1.5" springs. Curious on how much taller or the same they would vs. the XR springs.

Would any of you guy/girls with a 4 door on a 2.5 Clayton lift mind measuring how much lift you got? I am currently running an AEV Dualsport lift on my JLU Sport, and I am trying to determine approximately how much lift I may loose if I switch over to the Clayton 2.5 springs.
Below is where to take the measurements if anyone can help me out.

*I stole the picture from one of @Roky posts

 

[Paul19JLR]

Finally got the 1.5-2" springs on. I went the Maximus-3 Geo-lift and added the Springs and Fox 2.0.
Haven't driven very far so that assessment will have to wait, but it didn't feel harsh or stiff at all.
My main reason for wanting these springs was to carry the weight of my trailer and all the gear in the back. I had air bags and they worked great untill they didn't. I replaced the Driver's side bag 4 times due to a split seam.

On to the good stuff @Clayton Off Road, my concern about the Two door reverse take is not an issue. I had an 1/8" more on the rear of the rock rail compared to the front. I now have 1/4" higher at the rear of the rail.

Here we go:
Centerline of the wheel to fender before and after.
Front drivers: B 23.75" A 26.25 Gain 2.5"
Front passenger: B 23.75" A 26.25 Gain 2.5"
Rear drivers: B 22.25" A 25.0 Gain 2.75"
Rear passenger: B 22.50" A 25.0 Gain 2.50"
Bottom of Rear hook to the ground: B 18.00" A 20.75" Gain 2.75"

I forgot to get a shot before I started.
I did hook the camper on and only got about 1/4" drop instead of the typical 2" I had with OEM springs

 

[OversandJL]

Finally got the 1.5-2" springs on. I went the Maximus-3 Geo-lift and added the Springs and Fox 2.0.
Haven't driven very far so that assessment will have to wait, but it didn't feel harsh or stiff at all.
My main reason for wanting these springs was to carry the weight of my trailer and all the gear in the back. I had air bags and they worked great untill they didn't. I replaced the Driver's side bag 4 times due to a split seam.

On to the good stuff @Clayton Off Road, my concern about the Two door reverse take is not an issue. I had an 1/8" more on the rear of the rock rail compared to the front. I now have 1/4" higher at the rear of the rail.

Here we go:
Centerline of the wheel to fender before and after.
Front drivers: B 23.75" A 26.25 Gain 2.5"
Front passenger: B 23.75" A 26.25 Gain 2.5"
Rear drivers: B 22.25" A 25.0 Gain 2.75"
Rear passenger: B 22.50" A 25.0 Gain 2.50"
Bottom of Rear hook to the ground: B 18.00" A 20.75" Gain 2.75"

I forgot to get a shot before I started.
I did hook the camper on and only got about 1/4" drop instead of the typical 2" I had with OEM springs

Looks Great! Love the setup.

 

[Pjhusker]

Finally got the 1.5-2" springs on. I went the Maximus-3 Geo-lift and added the Springs and Fox 2.0.
Haven't driven very far so that assessment will have to wait, but it didn't feel harsh or stiff at all.
My main reason for wanting these springs was to carry the weight of my trailer and all the gear in the back. I had air bags and they worked great untill they didn't. I replaced the Driver's side bag 4 times due to a split seam.

On to the good stuff @Clayton Off Road, my concern about the Two door reverse take is not an issue. I had an 1/8" more on the rear of the rock rail compared to the front. I now have 1/4" higher at the rear of the rail.

Here we go:
Centerline of the wheel to fender before and after.
Front drivers: B 23.75" A 26.25 Gain 2.5"
Front passenger: B 23.75" A 26.25 Gain 2.5"
Rear drivers: B 22.25" A 25.0 Gain 2.75"
Rear passenger: B 22.50" A 25.0 Gain 2.50"
Bottom of Rear hook to the ground: B 18.00" A 20.75" Gain 2.75"

I forgot to get a shot before I started.
I did hook the camper on and only got about 1/4" drop instead of the typical 2" I had with OEM springs

Looks great

 

[Paul19JLR]

Some better pictures without the dirt.

 

[SH556JL]

Some better pictures without the dirt.

Looks good, but curious why you mixed and match suspension components between the brands?

 

[Hucke_250]

Some better pictures without the dirt.

Your Jeep looks really good. Would you mind measuring the height of the lift using the locations in the picture below?

 

[NyRey87]

Would any of you guy/girls with a 4 door on a 2.5 Clayton lift mind measuring how much lift you got? I am currently running an AEV Dualsport lift on my JLU Sport, and I am trying to determine approximately how much lift I may loose if I switch over to the Clayton 2.5 springs.
Below is where to take the measurements if anyone can help me out.

*I stole the picture from one of @Roky posts

I have a JLU Sport that I just had the Clayton 2.5” Overland kit with Fox 2.0 shocks installed. Looks like 14 5/8” on the passenger side and 15” on the driver side

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