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I ordered a 3-inch suspension lift kit by Zone Offroad for my 2024 JLU Sport S.

Should I have also added an adjustable track bar and new control arms as well? Or is it okay to do this in stages?

I just want to make sure my Jeep performs well on and off road.
 
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Depending on how much actual lift the kit you order provides, a rear track bar relocation bracket (if it doesn't come with one) is something I would definitely order as well as an adjustable from track bar. Neither are actually "needed" but without them, your rear axle will shift to the passenger side a bit and your front to the driver at ride height. Also, I'm pretty sure that 2024 no longer comes with FAD so your front drive shaft will spin all the time and at 3" of lift, that will cause the front drive shaft CV boot at the transfer case to fail sooner than later so that will be something you'll want to replace as well - at bare minimum.

That said, ride quality is 100% subjective and most of what you'll feel will come from the springs the kit provides.
 
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wayoflife said:
Depending on how much actual lift the kit you order provides, a rear track bar relocation bracket (if it doesn't come with one) is something I would definitely order as well as an adjustable from track bar. Neither are actually "needed" but without them, your rear axle will shift to the passenger side a bit and your front to the driver at ride height. Also, I'm pretty sure that 2024 no longer comes with FAD so your front drive shaft will spin all the time and at 3" of lift, that will cause the front drive shaft CV boot at the transfer case to fail sooner than later so that will be something you'll want to replace as well - at bare minimum.

That said, ride quality is 100% subjective and most of what you'll feel will come from the springs the kit provides.
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Thank you and everyone else for the responses.

Unfortunately, being on kind budget, I got the Zone Coil Spring Suspension kit that is pretty entry level. I was going for Rancho, but it showed out of stock at this moment.

The kit was $760.75 and includes:
  • (2) Front Fox Shock Absorbers
  • (2) Rear Fox Shocks Absorbers
  • (2) Front Coil Springs
  • (2) Rear Coil Springs
  • (2) Front Bump Stop Extensions
  • (2) Rear Bump Stop Extensions
  • (2) Front Sway Bar Links
I can still get the other parts that I need, just really spaced out on this when thinking about what all I would need for the lift.
 
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NEOJeeper said:
Thank you and everyone else for the responses.

Unfortunately, being on kind budget, I got the Zone Coil Spring Suspension kit that is pretty entry level. I was going for Rancho, but it showed out of stock at this moment.

The kit was $760.75 and includes:
  • (2) Front Fox Shock Absorbers
  • (2) Rear Fox Shocks Absorbers
  • (2) Front Coil Springs
  • (2) Rear Coil Springs
  • (2) Front Bump Stop Extensions
  • (2) Rear Bump Stop Extensions
  • (2) Front Sway Bar Links
I can still get the other parts that I need, just really spaced out on this when thinking about what all I would need for the lift.
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Kind of weird that this kit comes with new front sway bar links but not rear being that the factory rear links can be installed up front and what you'll really need are longer rear ones. Or at least, if you plan on doing any flexing on the trail.

Again, the shift that your axles will have after the lift isn't really a big problem but it will be noticeable and can cause some rubbing of suspension components like the driver side rear sway bar link, even if you're not off roading.

As has been mentioned, at 3" of lift, you may find that your Jeep will feel flighty at highway speeds and drop brackets will help to address this at a relatively affordable cost.
 
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wayoflife said:
Kind of weird that this kit comes with new front sway bar links but not rear being that the factory rear links can be installed up front and what you'll really need are longer rear ones. Or at least, if you plan on doing any flexing on the trail.

Again, the shift that your axles will have after the lift isn't really a big problem but it will be noticeable and can cause some rubbing of suspension components like the driver side rear sway bar link, even if you're not off roading.

As has been mentioned, at 3" of lift, you may find that your Jeep will feel flighty at highway speeds and drop brackets will help to address this at a relatively affordable cost.
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The image on extreme terrain shows 4 sway bar links. So maybe they omitted the rear, and the image also doesn't show the shocks. :confused:

I'll just go ahead and order the track bars.

And again, thank you for the responses. all of you!
 
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GP NOIR said:
Don’t skimp on the track bars, especially the front. The front track bar is one of the most common causes of Death Wobbles.

I have the Rock Jock track bar in the front of my Rubicon. It’s rock solid (puns should always be intended).
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Out of curiosity, what are your thoughts on Skyjack? I know they are less expensive than rock jock, but are they reputable?

I am a complete noob when it comes to the offroad world, and working on a budget, but not a dead budget.
 
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NEOJeeper said:
Out of curiosity, what are your thoughts on Skyjack? I know they are less expensive than rock jock, but are they reputable?

I am a complete noob when it comes to the offroad world, and working on a budget, but not a dead budget.
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Skyjacker like Zone are companies known for making “affordable” lift kits. And, I’d be lying if I said that more times than not, you get what you pay for. Also, as the saying goes, it’s expensive to be cheap as in, you WILL end up buying a lot of this stuff again in the future and the next time around, you’ll buy the more expensive stuff.
 
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I should note, what I just posted is almost 30 years of experience talking and me making a TON of bad decisions and mistakes along the way.
 
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wayoflife said:
Skyjacker like Zone are companies known for making “affordable” lift kits. And, I’d be lying if I said that more times than not, you get what you pay for. Also, as the saying goes, it’s expensive to be cheap as in, you WILL end up buying a lot of this stuff again in the future and the next time around, you’ll buy the more expensive stuff.
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Thats actually a smart and good saying.

I say similar things to my adult kids! Weird how when it is me that is facing the decision I find myself always looking to the "immediate economic version" before settling on the wisest decision. :oops:
 
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So all of your wise words have changed my quick plans on all of the mods. I finally sat down with the wife and we came up with a plan. A plan of what do we want this Jeep to do? We know we won't be doing the more extreme off roading, such as rock crawling large boulders and cliffs. One thing is we are going to do some more research.

One thing we are certain, we want any parts to be made in America and be of the excellent quality, without necessarily paying a kidney for the parts or kits.

What are the opinions of JKS, BDS, Rancho (I have seen some videos here of this) and Dynatrac?.

I have heard opinions about Synergy and Evo, as well as Zone. LOL
 
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Rancho has a solid reputation, JKS is good stuff as well as Synergy. Evo of course is top notch but a little more money. Never had or known anyone with BDS or Dynatrac.
 
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I've run JKS springs for almost 4 years now and they're great honestly. Supple ride on road and pretty responsive off road. I have them paired with Rancho shocks which are great too. Both affordable and made in the US as well. I'd go all EVO with Kings if I was to do it again though.
 
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DirtHeadDavis said:
I've run JKS springs for almost 4 years now and they're great honestly. Supple ride on road and pretty responsive off road. I have them paired with Rancho shocks which are great too. Both affordable and made in the US as well. I'd go all EVO with Kings if I was to do it again though.
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Thank man.

I know I am being impatient with this, I am ready to hit the trails, but if I am going to spend money on this stuff, I have fully bought into what people have said here, buy once, cry once.

Unfortunately, I am like so many others, I can afford it, but over time.

Question: What can I do now to go trail riding (nothing extreme) without breaking the bank, but also not having to redo any modificiations with different components?

I am thinking of putting some baby 33s on the factory wheels or buying some new wheels and going up to 33" just so I can go trail riding and in the future all I need to do when it comes to the tires is go up once I get it lifted.
 
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Gossamer JL said:
Thank man.

I know I am being impatient with this, I am ready to hit the trails, but if I am going to spend money on this stuff, I have fully bought into what people have said here, buy once, cry once.

Unfortunately, I am like so many others, I can afford it, but over time.

Question: What can I do now to go trail riding (nothing extreme) without breaking the bank, but also not having to redo any modificiations with different components?

I am thinking of putting some baby 33s on the factory wheels or buying some new wheels and going up to 33" just so I can go trail riding and in the future all I need to do when it comes to the tires is go up once I get it lifted.
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Your jeep is plenty capable as is patience is your best friend.
 
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