Lift height coming in much taller than advertised

[Brandy]

What is the verdict?

It turned out perfect! Exactly I wanted. Thank you so much for all your help!!!

 

[ParadigmDawg]

It turned out perfect! Exactly I wanted. Thank you so much for all your help!!!

It leaves me wondering what kit I actually have. I would say mine looks a little taller now. What is the gap between the front tire and fender flare?

 

[Jerzey Girl]

Thank you for your response. I really appreciate it. I definitely got a 4.5 - 5 inches. I went from the stock 35s to 37 Nitto ridge grapplers. But this isn’t what I wanted. I do not like the look of it. I love other people’s on taller lifts. But I’m not loving it on mine. I wanted a minimal lift to accommodate the 37s and have no rubbing when flexed. The springs will never settle enough for my taste. When you go to pick your Jeep up after putting a lift on it and you’re not saying wow I love that then something is wrong and something has to change. I don’t love this Jeep like it is.

When I picked up my JL Rubi with the 3.5 RK kit I was disappointed it was not higher, my springs settled in a short time - now its like a 2 inch lift. And it you can hear me coming down the trail its so squeaky.

 

[Brandy]

It leaves me wondering what kit I actually have. I would say mine looks a little taller now. What is the gap between the front tire and fender flare?

Yeah I’m not sure what size lift I have anymore either. I started out with a 2.5” and then moved to a 3.5” spring. We have the same springs front and back now. I am measuring exactly 10” from the tire to the fender flare.

 

[Brandy]

When I picked up my JL Rubi with the 3.5 RK kit I was disappointed it was not higher, my springs settled in a short time - now it’s like a 2 inch lift. And it you can hear me coming down the trail its so squeaky.

I was really afraid of coming in too short especially when we ordered the next set of springs. I’m hoping mine doesn’t settle much more. I have driven a couple of Jeeps that had a RK suspension and they both were very noisy. That is such a disappointment, I hope there is something you can do to fix that without having to replace your entire suspension.

 

[ParadigmDawg]

Yeah I’m not sure what size lift I have anymore either. I started out with a 2.5” and then moved to a 3.5” spring. We have the same springs front and back now. I am measuring exactly 10” from the tire to the fender flare.

Okay, that sounds correct. I am right over 9.5" with a full load and winch.

 

[ParadigmDawg]

I was really afraid of coming in too short especially when we ordered the next set of springs. I’m hoping mine doesn’t settle much more. I have driven a couple of Jeeps that had a RK suspension and they both were very noisy. That is such a disappointment, I hope there is something you can do to fix that without having to replace your entire suspension.

Mine is dead quiet and drives perfectly on and off road. Mine didn't settle much at all, maybe 1/4".

 

[Jerzey Girl]

I was really afraid of coming in too short especially when we ordered the next set of springs. I’m hoping mine doesn’t settle much more. I have driven a couple of Jeeps that had a RK suspension and they both were very noisy. That is such a disappointment, I hope there is something you can do to fix that without having to replace your entire suspension.

I really want a long arm kit for a better ride offroad. Do I put a long arm kit in the 2020 Jeep JL Rubi that I don't like the color of anymore or do I get a new Jeep? I just picked up a 22 392, but it's black and it's alot of work to keep it nice without using car washes and I miss the skytop that I have in the 2020. The miles are under 5K in the 2020, I'm so tired of the bright white. My husband say get a brand new Jeep if you want, its up to you. I don't know.

 

[Infidel09]

Thank you for your response. I really appreciate it. I definitely got a 4.5 - 5 inches. I went from the stock 35s to 37 Nitto ridge grapplers. But this isn’t what I wanted. I do not like the look of it. I love other people’s on taller lifts. But I’m not loving it on mine. I wanted a minimal lift to accommodate the 37s and have no rubbing when flexed. The springs will never settle enough for my taste. When you go to pick your Jeep up after putting a lift on it and you’re not saying wow I love that then something is wrong and something has to change. I don’t love this Jeep like it is.

Heres a picture of mine with 37s on the factory lift with a 1" front spacer and 1/2" in the rear. I wanted minimal lift on this jeep but still enough to clear 37s. Thats crazy you got 5" of lift.... What did you end up doing?

 

[Narbeh392]

I am saying it's their 3.5" kit. It looks like the same height as mine. I actually love how yours looks but I understand it's not what you wanted.

Can you list the exact kit you purchased and take some measurements?

It may be time to discuss it with a different shop too. Give Rebel Offroad or Redemption Offroad a call and see if they can help you.

This is my Teraflex 3.5 RT3 kit that came out 3..5" plus another inch on the tires.

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How tall is yours after lift and tires? Do you clear 6-8” ?

 

[ParadigmDawg]

How tall is yours after lift and tires? Do you clear 6-8” ?

Like in height? I have no issues getting into my 80" garage. When I go 38s it should still fit.

 

[Narbeh392]

Like in height? I have no issues getting into my 80" garage. When I go 38s it should still fit.

Ok cool. So a 3.5” lift with 37s should clear my office parking.

 

[hpmaniac]

I didn't read the entire thread, are you sure the control arms were not tightened when the jeep was on rack? That will bind bushing and cause the jeep to sit taller

 

[Hendawg392]

When I picked up my JL Rubi with the 3.5 RK kit I was disappointed it was not higher, my springs settled in a short time - now its like a 2 inch lift. And it you can hear me coming down the trail its so squeaky.

Which RK kit did you go with? I had a 4.5" no limits on my gladdy and loved it. Lots a maintenance tho. I'm looking at the adventure X2 3.5" Long Arm for my 392