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Mowery

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Did you just get the 2.5 lift or did you install any other parts too. Great look
Thanks.

Only spacer lift as far as ride height change. Adjustable lower control arms added to correct caster, which was not enough even at factory ride height. I believe the low caster is causing the wandering issue people are having.
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Couldn't be happier with mine so far. Had it installed about three weeks ago and have driven it a few hundred miles.

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RC with 37’s with stock wheels and no spacers.

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I am considering to do the same tire upgrade on my stock Rubicon wheels.
The only thing is, that my JLUR is my everyday vehicle.

Therefore, how did it change your handling on roads and effeciency on MPG?
 

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I am considering to do the same tire upgrade on my stock Rubicon wheels.
The only thing is, that my JLUR is my everyday vehicle.

Therefore, how did it change your handling on roads and effeciency on MPG?
Handling was the same. I lost probably 2-3 mile per gallon I’ll bet.
 

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Just had my RC 2.5 lift installed today. Ride feels just like stock, perfect height for my current needs... extremely happy so far.
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I just had an RC suspension lift installed (https://www.roughcountry.com/jeep-s...5vFgL3rKJc68ptVBDQPhBT-GPLfADTEAaAuiXEALw_wcB). I love the look of it and it leveled the rake, which I wanted. I’ve not driven it a lot yet since I just picked it up yesterday but it does seem to ride rougher than before. Definitely more harsh going over bumps on the road. I’m running KM3 tires, which I think are E rated, so they are harsh anyway, but I’m comparing stock suspension vs the new RC lift/suspension. It’s worse than before but nothing earth-shattering. I will take it on some light off-road stuff soon and see how it behaves. I guess I could replace the shocks with something a little softer if needed but no need at this point.

Great kit for the price.
 

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I just had an RC suspension lift installed (https://www.roughcountry.com/jeep-s...5vFgL3rKJc68ptVBDQPhBT-GPLfADTEAaAuiXEALw_wcB). I love the look of it and it leveled the rake, which I wanted. I’ve not driven it a lot yet since I just picked it up yesterday but it does seem to ride rougher than before. Definitely more harsh going over bumps on the road. I’m running KM3 tires, which I think are E rated, so they are harsh anyway, but I’m comparing stock suspension vs the new RC lift/suspension. It’s worse than before but nothing earth-shattering. I will take it on some light off-road stuff soon and see how it behaves. I guess I could replace the shocks with something a little softer if needed but no need at this point.

Great kit for the price.
Thought it only fair to update. After a few days of driving the feel is pretty close to stock. Maybe the shocks need some time to adjust? or maybe I'm imagining things. Regardless, feeling better and love the look.
 

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Just installed my RC 2.5 lift on my 2018 JLU last Friday night. The kit itself could have a few things improved in my opinion. Didn't like the bouncing around with the different wrenches. The instructions weren't very good in regards to torque settings. I still never found the drive shaft bolt specs. had to take timeout and hit the internet... and the one of the spot welded nuts on the washers for the top of the rear springs popped with very little tightening on my part. BUT, the jeep sets at the perfect height and looks great now. I had new KO2 knock-off 315/70R 17's installed that are E rated .
Drove from Discount Tire and the jeep was all over the place, however after the alignment it drives better than stock. And the ride is better than stock. So all in all, I like it.
Was going to go with the Mopar but decided to save a few bucks, and down the road I will. However for now, I'll enjoy it with the RC..
 

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I can't comment on the Sport vs Sahara, but the Sport vs Rubicon there seemed to be a drastic difference in height(Wife's sports has 35's, my Rubi has 37's)

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From the ground to the soft top, exactly how tall is your Rubi?
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