Jeep JL WRANGLER Lift Kit Installation RANCHO 2 Inch Sport Lift

Jeep JL WRANGLER Lift Kit Installation RANCHO 2 Inch Sport Lift - A BETTER BUDGET BOOST

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6 жыл бұрын

It always amazes me that there are people out there who would completely cheap out and buy a set of $180 coil spacers and shock extensions to lift a $30,000 to $50,000 Jeep JL Wrangler. I mean, I get that these people might be on a budget especially after making an expensive purchase like that but to spend that much money on a Jeep and then ruin its ride just to get a bit of lift - it just makes no sense to me.
Also known as a "budget boost", coil spacers will get your JL Wrangler sitting higher off the ground but they'll do so at the cost of your ride. Ultimately, you're still working with a set of really soft factory coils, ones that were never designed to carry the kind of weight you'd get from something like a heavy steel bumper and winch or a ton of gear packed in the back and with all of that weight sitting higher off the ground. Of course, shock extensions will allow you to keep your factory shocks but then, those shocks were designed to manage the weight of stock wheels and tires - NOT the significantly heavier weight of big off road tires and/or beadlock wheels and I would assume, that's the reason why most people are wanting to lift their JL in the first place.
The Rancho 2" Sport Lift is a $640 lift kit... you hear that? Just SIX HUNDRED and FORTY DOLLARS and it comes complete with new progressive rate coils, new RS5000X shocks with DRS and a host of other components that'll not only help you lift your JL Wrangler but do so in a way that will offer a much better ride, both on and off road. Heck, if you're lucky enough to buy it while Rancho is running one of their great rebate programs, you'll even be able to save an additional $100! Sure, this kit costs a bit more but really, it's just a bit and if you ask me, it's a much better way to give your JL Wrangler a bit of a boost and on a budget.
In this episode of the JL JOURNAL, you'll see all that you'll get with the Rancho Sport Lift and just how easy it is to install on a Jeep JL Wrangler. You'll also get to see our initial testing of it and hear our impressions of it. We hope you enjoy.
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NOTE: This video is just a highlight of what will need to be done in order to install the Rancho Sport Lift on a Jeep JL Wrangler. It is important for you to reference the instructions that Rancho provides with this kit to ensure complete and proper installation.

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@omitthelies 6 жыл бұрын

I work for the company that makes Rancho suspension parts, I'm proud to see you sporting a Rancho lift. Thanks, UAW Local 86 worker

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for making great products and here in the U.S.A. :)

@bobforpples 3 жыл бұрын

Union workers=overpriced!

@LarryRichelli 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe you could tell us why this kit is out of stock everywhere???

@omitthelies 3 жыл бұрын

@@LarryRichelli I have gone back into the military since I have posted this comment, but my guess is the Coronavirus pandemic shutdown caused the plant to fall behind on parts

@fredbrender9080 2 жыл бұрын

@@bobforpples Less than $800 for a suspension lift with shocks is not overpriced

@kneonknight5009 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks to you and this video, it gave me some great ideas for my semi-mild JL build. I added this Rancho 2" Sport lift today and put 315/70r17's on my stock rims. They're 34.4x12.4 BFG KO2's so my Jeep still looks kind of stock but it has a lot more capability. Thanks again for the fantastic videos, keep up the good work!!

@kneonknight5009 5 жыл бұрын

@Wayalife, I'm having an issue with front passenger spring bowing a little towards the tire and was told to get spring correction pads from Rock Krawler. Have you heard of this?

@BadV2 6 жыл бұрын

Great video! Love the sound effects. Simple humor, but it works well. Wish all suspension parts came with your video instructions. Good job man!

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

LOL!! Just trying to have some fun to keep things interesting and we're glad to hear you liked them.

@TheBigcountry1983 6 жыл бұрын

I just have to say your videos are by far the best I have watched in a very long time. Just got done watching all your videos and were looking forward to the next adventure. We can't wait for our new Jeep JL to get delivered to drop some serious coin and make it our wayalife.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, we really do appreciate it. Once you get your JL, be sure to post up pics of it over on JLWRANGLER.com :)

@Aeolus702 6 жыл бұрын

Love the way you format the videos. Holy cow i wish other mod installers would make videos like you. little tips and tricks, torque specs all easy to understand. Makes me want a jeep!

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! We're so glad you enjoy our videos :)

@srkn100 6 жыл бұрын

I knew it before its too late that sweet looking stock JL would turn into an offroad monster. Love watching these videos.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! Not there just yet but it's coming.

@tim3kgt 6 жыл бұрын

editing on this video was awesome. much better than some of the last install videos. nice work!

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it, thanks.

@Tunaslayer1 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your channel. There are many people out there that know Jeeps, but have no clue on how to make a quality video for KZfaq.... You got the skills for both. Keep em coming, and we will keep watching!!!!

@wayalife 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. We really do appreciate it and glad to hear you enjoy our videos.

@bobwampler3387 6 жыл бұрын

I so love your garage! A wrenchers heaven.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL! Thanks.

@JKsouthwest 6 жыл бұрын

Another well put together video. Can't wait to see whats next.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, we're so glad you liked it :)

@marksuson5347 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video's Eddie. Just installed this kit on my JLU Sport and this video was a great help!

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! So glad to hear we were able to help out with this video :)

@melsean824 4 жыл бұрын

Mark, so did you get the kit with the 5000 or 9000 series shocks. How does it ride on and off-road????

@stealtheli 6 жыл бұрын

You made that look like a lot of fun. Plus I like the sound effects you did at the beginning of the video

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! Working on Jeeps is always a lot of fun :)

@ortiz73caify 6 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video and I definitely like this lift. It will be nice to see how much better it does on the trail. Thanks again

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks and our trail test video is coming soon :)

@johnmorris4192 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. But also what can't go unmentioned, is the great media editing and sound. Great video in that aspect as well!

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@ratled1 6 жыл бұрын

I have the JK version of that 4 coil Sport lift and have been very happy with it. I think you should be happy with the JL version

@rufinoq.1935 6 жыл бұрын

Man, you really make it look so easy!!! Love your videos. Peace :)

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@aaronthatguy141 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. I need to “go ahead” and get mine ordered lol.

@duathlete827 6 жыл бұрын

Another excellently produced and edited video!

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@LeoDodier 6 жыл бұрын

I agree, the end product is a joy to watch, great detail and not too long.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

We appreciate it, thanks :)

@dinkydotzero 6 жыл бұрын

Agreed you do a better job than anything on the television, You all do an excellent job on all your videos

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, we're truly flattered that you would say as much :)

@brcc8208 6 жыл бұрын

Dude your videos are the best I have ever seen here on youtube! I love the creative sound effects in every action made. You must utilize a high-quality mic for audio. You're tutorials are easy to follow and informative. Whatever you're doing it just works! Thanks for sharing!

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! Thank you, we're so glad that you find our videos to be informative :)

@christophermartinez5314 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome videos

@mikemacpherson7135 6 жыл бұрын

Yes Eddie it’s true that you make awesome, informative, easy to understand and high quality videos...!! Keep up the good work my friend!! PS... I’d like to plan a trip to Moab with you and some of your friends... I’m in a currently stock 2015 JK 2door. Manual trans. Thanks Eddie.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you and that would be fun if you could hook up with us in Moab some day.

@iridemotorbikes 6 жыл бұрын

Great video!!

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@fabiorivetti 5 жыл бұрын

Very good. I think it got a little low for 37s. But a good spring kit. I also have ranch bumpers in my Troller (Brazilian jeep) and I like it a lot

@regmartin688 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video thanks.

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

So glad you found it useful :)

@EvergreenOG 5 жыл бұрын

Wish you were in Florida.. I have a new JL and need a good installer

@saleen12 6 жыл бұрын

You should make a garage tour video. Your setup is absolutely ridiculously amazing dream status. I need whatever job you have haha!

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! We may have to do just that some day :)

@saleen12 6 жыл бұрын

Wayalife niceeeee

@WTFSoCal 6 жыл бұрын

Looks sweet Eddie! I put the Mopar kit on mine and am pretty happy... saving up for some new shoes.... Cheers!

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

The Mopar kit is a really good kit and for how much it costs, it should be :)

@WTFSoCal 6 жыл бұрын

Right? hahaahhaa . its my first jeep, i dont know any better.

@kennetharafat8747 4 жыл бұрын

WTF SoCal how has the lift kit been thinking of getting one ?

@miken9484 6 жыл бұрын

Recruit me as your apprentice. I need to learn how to do these stuff to my jlu. Nice video. 👍

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! I'm flattered you'd say as much. Keep watching our videos and I'll hope to teach you what you need :)

@cordellmunier9705 6 жыл бұрын

Just get in and do it! That’s the way you learn.

@user-io3hw7hx7q 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome thanks

@clos1764 6 жыл бұрын

I was wondering why you didn't loosen the CAs before your dropped the axle. Thanks for explaining that at the end of the install. Great price for the kit.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! Glad you watched the video to the end and yes, it really is a great price for what all you get.

@brisonpalmer6730 6 жыл бұрын

Great idea, I guess you can always upgrade later for comparison.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Oh, you can count on the fact that we'll be upgrading a few more times and in the near future :)

@supercharged00gtp 6 жыл бұрын

Understanding different price points how do you think this compares to the dynatrac lift you had on for testing? Great video, explanations, and knowledge shared as usual!

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

The Dynatrac lift is twice the cost and for a reason. I'd be lying if I said this kit rode as nicely as it. For how little this kit costs, I feel it offers a great ride and performs much better than a set of coil spacers and shock extensions.

@trailrunnah8886 6 жыл бұрын

Nice. Great install video. And as far as this lift vs. a budget boost, those will be great for the 3rd and 4th owners of these vehicles. Anyone who can afford a 50 thousand dollar Jeep new though, can afford 600 bucks for a proper lift kit.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you and I totally agree.

@jondotcom8706 5 жыл бұрын

Big difference between "purchase" and "afford." Often it's folks who are frugal with things like lifts that can afford to drop 50k cash.

@trailrunnah8886 5 жыл бұрын

Jon D valid point. My thinking though is that after investing 50k in a rig, one would also want to invest in quality parts. That's just me though.

@abucoo 6 жыл бұрын

Your videos are top notch, really like them, are these coil spring of lower spring rate then stock?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

They are progressive coils as in, the top part of them is soft and then they progressively get firmer. Overall, they are firmer than stock but with the added weight of a heavy steel bumper, winch, large spare and gear, they hold up the weight better.

@abucoo 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Eddie and Cindy:)

@pinenutpatriot1931 6 жыл бұрын

I LIVE IN GARDNERVILLE WOULD LIKE TO HAVE YOU DO LIFT KIT ON MY 2018 RUBICON JL INTERESTED ?

@LeoDodier 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Eddie, REALLY good video, it answered a lot of questions I had about my white JLU Rubicon (just like yours but no upgrades yet). I was wondering how the Rubicon suspension differed from the other JL's, and now I know. This weekend, I'm installing a front full width Warn bumper along with a Warn Zeon 10s winch, so I expect a small amount of front sag. I'm keeping my stock tires (for now), so should I leave the suspension as is, or add a front 1" spacers for now, or consider the 2" lift kit now? Thanks again. BTW, you have a great shop, is that your personal garage?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

If you intend on keeping your JL stock, I might recommend installing 1" coil spacers to help bring the front end of it back up to level. If you think you'll be going taller in the future, I would just wait till then as it'd be a lot of work for just a small difference. Oh, yes, the shop is my back garage.

@LeoDodier 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate the advice. Please keep the videos coming :)

@danelovell 6 жыл бұрын

It's easier to put the track bar on without the weight by using a ratchet strap from axle to the frame. That way you can easily do it by yourself.

@Strizzle81 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! In your opinion, would this kit with the newer rancho 9000 adjustable shocks improve the on road ride quality comparable to the mopar or dynatrac kit?

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

They would definitely give you the ability to improve the on road ride. However, having not tested them myself yet, it'd be hard to say with any honesty how they would compare.

@melsean824 4 жыл бұрын

I have been contemplating which lift kit to go with, and this video helps to solidify my decision. I used Rancho shocks back in the day on my older 94 Ranger 4x4, and I think it’s time to come home. From what I am hearing, for about $740 (with the RS9000XL shocks) this is a great lift option, correct?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, for the money, I would highly recommend it.

@antoniocanes2221 5 жыл бұрын

just did this lift to my JL, heard some clanking sound from under the front end, checked for any missing bolts or nuts. didn't find any but will check torque specs in the morning. I did loosen all CA's front and rear before placing it on all fours. Any suggestions? by the way, we love your videos and adventures. keep it up.

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Check to see how close your front coils are sitting next to the bump stop towers. If the rubber isolators are not in the exact position they need to be, the coil could bow a bit and catch the lip of the bump stop cup.

@5djc 5 жыл бұрын

Great videos. I like the Rancho 2in lift with the 9000’s but really only want to do a lift once. Having said that would you recommend the Dynatrac 2in over the Teraflex 2.5 with the falcon 2.1 shocks. I’ve also thought about starting with the Rancho kit and adding the Falcons later if I did go the upgrade route.

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Not a fan of TeraFlex being that all their stuff is made in China and based on personal experience, I've found the quality of their products to be cheap. Their joints blew out on me all the time, their shocks leak and break at the bar pins and even their mounts and track bars break. I've got lots of photos to prove all of it. Also, their 2.5" lift will yield over 3" of lift. Dynatrac is all made in the USA. Most of Rancho is made in the USA and what's not is made in Australia. That being said, this particular kit is only $640 and if you take advantage of the rebate they've got going right now, it's even less. In other words, it's hard to go wrong with it. The only thing you do need to be aware of is that it will yield over 2.5" of lift. The Dynatrac lift will ONLY yield 2" of lift. So, for me, it'd really come down to how big of a tire you're hoping to run. If a 35" tire, I would recommend Dynatrac. If 37", I would recommend the Rancho. If you want to upgrade shocks, I would recommend the RS9000XL as they are adjustable or Fox.

@5djc 5 жыл бұрын

I’m on 35’s now and don’t plan on going bigger (JLUR). I don’t mind spending more. Last question. What would be option up from the Dynatrac in the 2-2.5 in range. Best ride and performance for the money even if having to add track bars and control arms. Thanks again for your time

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Dynatrac designed their 2" lift specifically with 35" tires in mind and to create the best possible ride. They did this by engineering their coils and shocks at the same time so that they would compliment each other - this as opposed to just providing coils and then offering whatever shocks to go with them like pretty much every other company out there. In the 2" lift range, I've not tested anything that would qualify as an "option up" but then, this is just one year into a 10 year vehicle and based on past experience, there might be something better in about 4-5 more years.

@AcydDrop 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for more great how-to videos on the JL. We're buying a JL in the next month or so to go with our JKU so pretty excited to get to see the JL up close before hand. Are you plans with this Jeep to keep it closer to stock, or are you eventually move away from stock to say after market Axles (for example) like Currie or Dynatrac? Oh and by the way, I did go to your Amazon looking around as I believe in supporting great content like this. Sadly you didn't have an LT40x13.5R17 Cooper Discoverer STT Pro's, you sold me on those meats they're amazing (coming from Nitto's). How do you feel about the Raceline Forged beadlocks or the Hutchinson's beadlocks?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

I really do appreciate your willingness to support us. I'm not sure why the 40x13.50 Cooper STT Pros were not on our page but they should be there now. Regarding wheels, I really like the look of Hutchinson but they tend to leak and the have a lot of back spacing. This can be a problem depending on how you run something as big as a 40" tire. Raceline are really nice wheels and you can't really go wrong with them. As far as our build goes, we'll continue to build it up as products become available and as we continue to break things.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

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@AcydDrop 6 жыл бұрын

@Wayalife Thanks so much for the reply, I'll head over to Amazon in the next week or so and go buy those 40's from your page. I really need to get on the Wayalife community pages but I'm a huge social/forum flop. We'll be buying 10 of those 40's (5 for the JKU and 5 for the JL) so hopefully you get a decent bit from that. Keep up the great work, I really appreciate your efforts.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

You're too kind, thank you!

@ruisilva6995 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Eddie, I really love your videos. I see that you have lots of talent with vehicle. I have a 2019 JLU that I’m looking to get the lift kit done. I bought EVO 3.5” overland stage #4 with king shocks lift kit and set of 37” tire. I was wander if you can get it done for me. Thanks, Rui

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

LOL - I'm flattered that you'd want me to work on your Jeep but I barely have enough time to work on all of mine. Sorry.

@ruisilva6995 5 жыл бұрын

Wayalife I totally understand. Thanks for all the good videos!

@gabrieldalcomune3044 Жыл бұрын

How much front rake did you guys have on your JL? Finished the install for my rancho kit this past weekend. And for $800, i’m loving the 2in lift. I put a few car batteries to simulate weight of a winch and it didn’t sag the front end at all. Have about an inch of rake as it sits now so I add a 1/2” or 3/4” spacer up front. Cant complain with the shocks either, the rs9000xl feel much more controlled than the stock shocks. Rebound control is vastly improved.

@wayalife Жыл бұрын

Congratulations to you and I have to say, we loved this kit. Hard to believe it was as affordable as it is. As far as rake goes, it's been a while but I don't recall it being that much or at least, not enough to think about.

@wanmanki9311 6 жыл бұрын

if i move to Canada next time, when i drive to USA, Can you do the commission to install my Jeep ?

@Stuka87 6 жыл бұрын

Looks like its about time for an HD tire carrier, saw the tire bounces quite a bit on those speed bumps.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! Would have installed something a long time ago if there were options available or at least, ones that we liked. Still, in spite of what you're seeing and what all the naysayers swore - that our tailgate would buckle and break within days of running a 37" spare, the tail gate is still holding up just fine. I think we're going on 6 months now too.

@Stuka87 6 жыл бұрын

Wayalife The JL did improve the tail gate design. So I am not surprised that it is holding up. But I would not expect it to last forever. Kind of a shame Jeep doesn’t offer the HD tire carrier for them like they did for the JK. Although my guess is because teraflex or whomever built the JK one doesn’t have a JL version.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Actually, Mopar DOES make and sell a tire carrier reinforcement bracket. In fact, I had ordered one well ahead of EJS but it came in about a week after I got back. Running our 37's on the tailgate without reinforcement was more of a necessity than a choice but after seeing how well it held up in Moab, I decided to just return the Mopar kit. I should note, it's not my desire to keep carrying a 37 on the tailgate like this but not because I don't think it can't handle it. Of course, I can only go off of what I've been seeing and experiencing for myself so far.

@hbrhodes1s 5 жыл бұрын

May I ask what you feel would be a good lift for MOAB and Rubicon? I am considering a 3.5 or 4" lift for the city with 35" tires. But me and my friend are also starting to do off-loading and trails. He is more experienced than me :-) Love your videos!

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

What I can tell you is that 3.5"-4" is crazy tall for just a set of 35" tires. I would NOT recommend it. You can practically run 35's on a Rubicon without any lift. Even on this video, I ran this Rancho lift with 37" tires. At most, I would recommend something like this. If you go too tall, you will throw your center of gravity off and you will need to buy a lot more things to get your ride feeling acceptable.

@javier8ballplayer 5 жыл бұрын

So.. if I install this kit to my stock 2018 hp Rubicon I can run 37 inch tires and it would feel and ride like factory????? I know it will affect factory warranty but I'm more concerned about the ride cause here on Orlando Fl we don't rock crawl often unless you go north Florida.

@keenbytes1333 3 жыл бұрын

I noticed you didn't disconnect the driveshaft when you dropped the axel, did you see any impact? I'm about to put on a similar lift, interested to see if it really needs to be done to swap springs and shocks.

@wayalife 3 жыл бұрын

There is no need to disconnect your drive shaft. You'll have plenty of droop and nothing will be affected.

@josephkendelllyon5808 3 жыл бұрын

My man! I don't have the luxury of being able to do this myself. Where should I take my JL to have this done?

@wayalife 3 жыл бұрын

Are you sure? I might recommend you reach out to the folks on WAYALIFE and see if someone can help you out.

@love.pugsss449 Жыл бұрын

Would you recommend this kit for a 2 door jk sport? One designed for a jk of course..

@wayalife Жыл бұрын

Yes 👍

@mattbuchanan1797 5 жыл бұрын

Trying to loosen the front CA bolts on the ground, on the jack, with the front end drooped, and I can’t hammer them off. Using my cordless ryobi impact. ...suggestions?

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

A good impact should get them off but if not, a long breaker bar will do the trick.

@brisonpalmer6730 6 жыл бұрын

Eddie why not use the Rancho 9000 shocks that are adjustable instead of the 5000 shocks that are non-adjustable?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

For one, RS9000X shocks made for the JL Wrangler were not available at the time this video was filmed. For two, they would have increased the price point of this kit a bit more and the point of all this was to show a better way to give your JL a boost on a budget.

@dantheman9395 6 жыл бұрын

I would have thought that the taller springs would go on the driver side. Why is it that way? Love the content

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

My best guess is that the passenger side coils are there to help mitigate the lean the JK's all had due to the gas tank being on that side.

@dantheman9395 6 жыл бұрын

Wayalife I forgot the tank is on that side. I was thinking of the driver always being in the Jeep

@lance4906 5 жыл бұрын

That's an immaculately ordered drawer of tools. How do you do it? Magnets? Just opening mine slides the contents out of place lol.

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

LOL!! I put tool mats down and they help keep things in place.

@dustinm9862 2 жыл бұрын

Curious why their website says this isnt a fitment for the JLU Sport model? Is this designed only for Rubicon models?

@wayalife 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure I could tell you being that it really shouldn't make a difference other than what tire you should be able to clear. Rubicons have higher fenders.

@Raydawg Жыл бұрын

I know they are saying 2 inch lift but in your opinion what would you say you got for lift with them? and also how would you say the springs compare to metalcloak true rate 2.5 springs? worth the price difference?

@wayalife Жыл бұрын

Easily 2.5" after the coils settled. But then, most lifts yield more than what is advertised. Ride is 100% subjective but in my opinion, these ride nicer and it costs way less.

@Raydawg Жыл бұрын

@@wayalife thank you, I am considering pairing them with fox shocks so I am sure the ride will be good

@joepro5915 6 жыл бұрын

You make it look so easy. Lol

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! To be fair, I've been doing this for a very long time. Although, in a lot of ways, it really is that easy :)

@joepro5915 6 жыл бұрын

Wayalife I’m new to the Jeep life. I have a 2012 Jeep Wrangler sport. I’ve had that for 5 years now. I’m about to upgrade to the JL Rubicon. Soon. I watch your videos a lot.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it and I hope that our videos can be of help to you :)

@adamwohn8774 4 жыл бұрын

Thoughts on this lift for a jku with 33” tires. Love to hear some feedback

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

It's probably a better fit for 35" but would work well with 33's too.

@cp_atving5084 5 жыл бұрын

Eddie, I have watched all of your lift videos and I noticed you never install a aftermarket track bar. Doesn't that mean your axle is out of alignment left/right under the Jeep? Meaning the tires are out farther on one side than the other. I am keeping my JL Rubicon suspension stock but adding a heavy front bumper and winch so I plan to install some front spacers (not sure yet what height) to deal with the sage. Should I buy an adjustable track bar too?

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Up to 2 inches of lift, there is no need to install an adjustable track bar. While there is a shift, it's extremely small and really, not enough to matter. If you think about it, your axle is always off one way or another depending on how much you're carrying inside your Jeep. It's just the nature of the beast when it comes to track bars being that they're mounted on the frame on one side and on the axle on the other.

@cp_atving5084 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks man

@travisstradley2577 5 жыл бұрын

On a JLU Sport would you need a new drive shaft or any other supporting mods ?

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

With this lift kit, no.

@acstorm07 4 жыл бұрын

It looks like you have control arms previously installed. I noticed that new ones are not included in this kit. Are they not, pretty much a must for this type of lift?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

Nope, not needed for the amount of lift this kit provides. Adjustable front lowers are nice to have just so that you can add in some positive caster but it's far from needed.

@pinedac2001 4 жыл бұрын

So if you lift a sahara or sport 2" to fit 35" tires. does that mean it sits as high as a rubicon?. I just bought a 2020 rubicon unlimited recon edition. And I love it. Came with 33's stock but I would like to move up to a 35. Would I have issues? I read I line that a Recon sits. 1/2" higher than a regular rubicon.

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

What allows a Rubicon to run bigger tires is that it has fenders that sit higher and that gives you bigger wheel well openings. While you can kind of run 35's, you will have rubbing issues especially on the trail without a lift.

@pinedac2001 4 жыл бұрын

@@wayalife got it. I'm new to jeeps and love them already. I'm learning alot and have watched many of your videos. Awesome content bud!!! Thanks for the reply.

@Jeep.Generation 6 жыл бұрын

I am about to lift my JL and put on some 37 KO2s. I know you don't have the Mopar 2" Lift, but how do you think this lift would compare to it?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Actually, I've tested it and in terms of overall ride comfort, the Mopar kit feels nicer to me as the coils it comes with are really soft and the shocks very responsive. Of course, it's also more than twice the cost.

@Jeep.Generation 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback.

4 жыл бұрын

Isn't your jeep like 12 feet in the air by now? I've seen I don't know how many videos where you install a 2 inch lift. Just kidding. I would like to know of the lifts you've had on this rig which one have you had the best results with?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

In the 2" lift range, I would say that I liked this one the most. It was super affordable and provided a nice all around ride. The shocks did fade when driving hard and fast across the desert but was smoother than more expensive kits or at least, when it comes to daily driving. If you're looking to go bigger, the EVO coilovers that we're running now are what I would say is the best.

@emu4wdadventures631 4 жыл бұрын

After you having tried a few different lifts. How would you rate this kit now that you’ve had the JL for a while? Steve🇦🇺

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

For the money, it's really hard to beat this lift. It rides nicely, handles well, performs great on the trail and is very affordable.

@markdarnell2792 6 жыл бұрын

Wondering why go down from 2.5” to 2”? If it sagged before, it will sag with those too. But jump off point of sag was 2.5 now 2”. I could understand this if going to 3.5”

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Because MOST lift coils tend to yield MORE lift than what is advertised. In the case of these Rancho coils, we ultimately got a bit more lift up front and measurably more in the rear or at least, when compared to what we were seeing with factory coils and coil spacers. ALSO, our ride quality is MUCH BETTER on and off road.

@carfreak143 6 жыл бұрын

What about that dynatrac lift? Was it put on after this video? Still running the dynatrac?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

While we wished we could have kept it, the Dynatrac lift was installed on our JL Wrangler for testing purposes only. They needed to see how it'd work on a Rubicon being that they have a Sahara and we allowed them to use ours.

@ElBrisho 5 жыл бұрын

What wheels are you running they look great

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

KMC XD231 Robby Gordon beadlock wheels.

@jeffm2448 5 жыл бұрын

Why did you torque the lug nuts so tight. Is it the rims or the JL that calls for it. I always go 95 ft lbs..

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

JL wheel studs are 14mm - NOT the 13mm or 1/2" that you're familiar with. The FSM calls for 130 ft. lbs.

@mikemurphy43 2 жыл бұрын

Have you ever tried a zone off-road 3” lift kit?

@wayalife 2 жыл бұрын

Nah, not a fan of Zone. They're the China end of BDS and if anything, I would run BDS. But really, if I were gonna spend any money on anything from that company, I would be running JKS with Fox shocks. Both make quality products and again, it's all owned by the same company.

@UtahNick71 5 жыл бұрын

Are the passenger side coils longer to keep it from leaning like on JK??

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Yes

@damienshai6097 6 жыл бұрын

Which brand of 2.5 inch lift do you have on your jeep before the Rancho lift?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

A coil spacer is a coil spacer and brand will make no difference on how your factory coils will feel and behave with them on top of them. Same goes for shock extensions - regardless of what brand you us, the only thing you'll feel are your factory shocks.

@cosmokenney Жыл бұрын

I am seriously considering getting the 2 door version of this lift. I was wondering if getting their adjustable LCAs and Track Bars. Are those parts recommended for caster and axel centering, respectively, with this kit?

@wayalife Жыл бұрын

With a small lift like this, control arms and track bars really aren't necessary. If it were me, I would say to just install the kit as is and IF you feel the need to add in more caster, get the front lower adjustable arms to help you do that. Rear uppers would only be needed if you install an aftermarket u-joint style double cardan shaft and to set the pinion.

@cosmokenney Жыл бұрын

@@wayalife Thanks man!

@GFreshMac 9 ай бұрын

I have been scouring the internet for this answer... THANK YOU!@@wayalife

@wayalife 9 ай бұрын

@@GFreshMac Happy that we could be of help to you :)

@jeremytw6 4 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend the 5800 or you adj. 9000 shocks?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

The 5000's are fine but the 9000's will allow you to adjust them to however you prefer.

@CaptainGnarkill 6 жыл бұрын

Will the suspension be tested offroad?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL! Did you not watch till the end of the video?

@truckerrickakamanowar 6 жыл бұрын

Doh!!! Lol

@tacomax7183 5 жыл бұрын

Am thinking of buying the 3.5 “ rancho lift kit for my jl sports...do you recomend this kit

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. For how little it costs, I think you'd be very happy with it.

@marksuson5347 5 жыл бұрын

just put this lift on my jlu sport. I ordered it from amazon and didn't realize until it arrived it was for a Rubicon because it doesn't say that on the amazon page. I called Rancho when it arrived and saw "for Rubicon" on the instructions and they said it would fit my sport but I would get 3.5" of lift instead of the advertised 2" due to the Rubicon having 1.5" more lift than the Sport from the factory. Not sure about all that explanation but I did get about 3.25" of lift when done. Also, the ride is great and the trails are great too!

@senditwithspence2462 6 жыл бұрын

Am I the only one wondering what happened with the dynatrac 2" lift you put on?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! As a favor, we allowed Dynatrac to test fit their kit on our JL being that we have a Rubicon and they have a Sahara. We were not given the kit. Although, we wish we could have kept it. Who knows, maybe someday :)

@nitroxide17 5 жыл бұрын

What do you think of the Mopar 2 inch lift kit?

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

It's a good kit that rides nice but it also costs more than twice the cost of this lift. If there is one thing that I don't like about the Mopar kit, it'd be that it sits way taller than 2" and the front coils tend to bow quite a bit.

@mattvanbogart 4 жыл бұрын

Does this kit need front a rear trackbars or at least re-alignment brackets for the rear?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

"Need"? No. Would it be nice to have? Sure. Solid axles will always be a bit off center depending on how much stuff you have in your Jeep or how unloaded you are. It's just the nature of the beast.

@mattvanbogart 4 жыл бұрын

@@wayalife Thanks

@ceazerleo15 5 жыл бұрын

What are the specs ? How much is the lift from stock and how big are the tires ? Thanks

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

The kit yields about 2.5" of true lift... maybe a bit more. The tires you see in this video are 37"

@krismartin2038 6 жыл бұрын

Great video! Question: why 2 1/2" and not 3 1/2" lift kit?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

3.5" is a LOT of lift and at that point, you'd really want to install other components to address things like steering and suspension geometry as well as caster, pinion angle and drive shafts. At that point, it really isn't a "budget" friendly lift and that was the whole purpose of us testing out this lift.

@krismartin2038 6 жыл бұрын

I have seen a lot of 2 1/2", was wondering why I dont see a lot of 3 1/2" great answer thanks.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

They'll be coming and sooner than later. There are just things that'll need to be figured out first.

@krismartin2038 6 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to seeing that video.

@robbamford4134 5 жыл бұрын

When you said it rides better. Than stock, or another brand of lift, or?

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

I should note that ride quality is 100% subjective. As in, what I prefer may or may not be what you'd prefer. That being said, "better" for me is in terms of what we were running before and that was a coil spacer lift. A Stock ride is pretty damn nice or at least, in my opinion and this kit rides similar to it.

@sixtosautorepairrch3544 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2018 wrangler that i installed the Mopar 2 inch lift but now it get a death wobble sometimes, does that mean i have to upgrade more suspension parts?

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Just so that we're both on the same page, death wobble is the uncontrollable violent shaking of the entire Jeep and to the point where the ONLY way you can stop it is to slow down to a near stop. Anything less than that is just a really bad shimmy and NOT the same thing. Which do you have?

@sixtosautorepairrch3544 5 жыл бұрын

@@wayalife Oh ok, i would say a bad shimmy, it happend once when i hit 70mph on a street but drove the same street like 10 more times and it drove fine, but i slowed down to around 50 and it went away the time is started shaking

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Okay, that being said, would you say that it happened when it was cold out? If so, this is something more and more people are starting to experience. Making sure you have your steering stabilizer installed and that it's in good condition should help. I would also give the drag link tie-rod end at the pitman arm a look for signs of wear. Rotational movement is normal but a shifting up and down or side to side is not. I have seen a few people with this point worn out and that was causing some of what they were feeling. Last but not least, give your track bar bolts a check and make sure they are tightened to 125 ft lbs of torque. Loose bolts here WILL cause what you are feeling and can even lead to true death wobble.

@sixtosautorepairrch3544 5 жыл бұрын

@@wayalife thank you for responding, I'll torque them again to be sure. Keep making them awesome videos,love your channel.

@jeremytw6 4 жыл бұрын

Does this lift come with everything you need or does it require more parts like adjustable trac bar?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

You do not need an adjustable track bar with just 2" of lift.

@jeremytw6 4 жыл бұрын

Wayalife I have a sport and was looking at the 3.5” sport lift. Would I need the track bar and lower control arms? It doesn’t come with the kit. Thank you for your help with this

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

@@jeremytw6 "need"? Not really but it would be nice to have an adjustable front track bar. As far as arms go, I personally would install the lift and drive your Jeep for a while before pulling the trigger on control arms. You might find that you're okay with how your Jeep drives. If not, I would get adjustable arms at that time.

@jeremytw6 4 жыл бұрын

Wayalife that is what I’m going to do thank you.

@conifergreen2 2 жыл бұрын

I do not see the advantages of a lift. Jeeps already have a high centre of gravity and they flip easily if hit from the side. I put 16 inch wheels on my stock Jk and it has improved the handling and acceleration. The centre of gravity is lower now too which helps on steep slopes when you are driving perpendicular to the steep angle. I regularly go off road with it over rocky sections with no issues. Been through deep snow on mountain roads too. The front suspension has less stress and wear on it too from the lighter tires. So please tell me what advatage a lift kit has?

@wayalife 2 жыл бұрын

A lift will allow you to run bigger tires and that will improve approach, breakover and departure angles. Ideally, you want only go as high as needed and if done right, your center of gravity will be about the same as stock too. That said, you should always do what you feel is best for your Jeep.

@conifergreen2 2 жыл бұрын

@@wayalife ok thanks. One advantage of my smaller wheels too is that they are much easier to swap out in seasonal changes from summer to winter. I am almost 70 and even the stock 17 inch were a bit too unwieldy for me to handle. I did put wheel spacers on for awhile that did widen my stance but took them off because i was worried about premature wear on my axles. Not sure if that is true though.

@user-bg1zf9kq2d 5 жыл бұрын

يشبه جاكي شان.. like jaki chan

@danelovell 6 жыл бұрын

Why buy a 40,000 or $50,000 JL and then do a "Budget lift" lol? I love your channel BTW.

@One_Bar 5 жыл бұрын

Dane Lovell because they’re better than stock but less than a full custom kit?

@danelovell 5 жыл бұрын

@@One_Bar brilliant, not sure you understood point of my question.

@rsenergy7934 5 жыл бұрын

Where i can buy the `JL Wrangler` sticker in the front of you windshield?

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Here you go www.wayalife.com/store/products.php?cat=3

@rsenergy7934 5 жыл бұрын

Wayalife Thank you

@dawnpennington6556 2 жыл бұрын

Those are big tires, did you regear?

@wayalife 2 жыл бұрын

Eventually, yes. Had 5.13s installed.

@kennetharafat8747 4 жыл бұрын

If I wanted to run 37s on a Sahara with a 2 inch lift and the high line fenders would stock axels be good ?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

Sure. Stock axles on the JL have proven themselves to get the job done up to 37" tires.

@kennetharafat8747 4 жыл бұрын

Wayalife even on a Sahara ?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

@@kennetharafat8747 To be fair, I don't know too many people wheeling Sahara's with 37's. But if you're playing that hard, I would still play with what you have and save up for a set of UD60's.

@kennetharafat8747 4 жыл бұрын

Wayalife couldn’t I just get 5:13s?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

@@kennetharafat8747 5.13's will help to restore your power. You don't need new axles for that.

@christophermartinez5314 3 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍👍

@calicojack3779 6 жыл бұрын

Eddie are those Machete wheels you are running?

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

Nope, KMC XD231 RG beadlock wheels.

@rick3592 3 жыл бұрын

What rims are on your jeep?

@wayalife 3 жыл бұрын

KMC XD231 beadlock wheels.

@myles578 6 жыл бұрын

I give till the end of the year. eVo coming soon. We all know it’s coming

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! That is possible ;)

@myles578 6 жыл бұрын

Maybe not eVo. But some kinda coilover.

@kennetharafat8747 4 жыл бұрын

What’s eVo

@newellrobinson9072 6 жыл бұрын

SO being that Moby and Rubicat ran with evo kits and king coilovers.....what made you not go with kings for Jet Li

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! You may not realize it but Moby is a 2007 JKUR and we installed a myriad of lift kits on him before he got up on coilovers. We're doing the same with our JL, testing out different setups so that we have real world experience as to what works and why or at least, for us anyway :)

@newellrobinson9072 6 жыл бұрын

Wayalife yeah I know moby....I figured with your knowledge you'd go for it all, but I understand the reasons for trying different kits.

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

This is an all new Jeep and there's lots to learn :)

@johngrodski4158 5 жыл бұрын

Eddie, are you a mechanic by trade? Also, still dont need an alignment after install?

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Nope. Just been doing this for well over 20 years. No alignment is needed. Unless you have adjustable components, there's nothing that can be adjusted anyway. You will need to recenter your steering wheel but that's easy to do.

@johngrodski4158 5 жыл бұрын

@@wayalife Thanks Eddie, I am ready to start modifying my 2018 JLU Rubicon like yours!

@johnpadilla480 6 жыл бұрын

I am new here. Sorry if it seems intrusive. What do you do for a living outside this youtube channel? Also thanks for sharing the fun wrangler video!

@wayalife 6 жыл бұрын

LOL!! As hard as it may be to believe, we play with Jeeps.

@buckyvillalpando1713 4 жыл бұрын

What type of wheels are those?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

KMC XD231

@kennetharafat8747 4 жыл бұрын

Would I be able to fit 35s with this lift on a Sahara

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

Yup, no problem.

@kennetharafat8747 4 жыл бұрын

Wayalife if you had to choose this or the mopar lift what would it be ? And another question would I need to upgrade my gear ratio on a Sahara with 35s?

@wayalife 4 жыл бұрын

@@kennetharafat8747 "need", probably not. I would install your 35's and then drive it around for a while. You'll know if you want a higher ratio.

@1ukfan1 5 жыл бұрын

Why is the 3.5 the same price? I am aware it is not compatible with Rubicon.

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

The 3.5" is what you'd get on a sport or Sahara. On a Rubicon, it's less but essentially, the same kit. In other words, the components are basically the same and therefore, costs the same.

@1ukfan1 5 жыл бұрын

Wayalife So something like this is what I want to get when I get to it. My big question is, what does this not have that the 1k$+ do? I put on a forums how my uncle said a lift kit was very unsafe and everyone suggested one that was 1300$ because it came with everything for the best experience. Is it that much better or could I get away with this one for 600?

@wayalife 5 жыл бұрын

Some kits are more expensive just because that's what the manufacturer wants to charge. That being said, some kits like the one that Dynatrac makes comes with specifically tuned Fox 2.0 monotube shocks designed to work with coils that have spring rates made specifically for them. This as opposed to just giving you generic shocks to go with basic lift coils. That being said, I found this Rancho setup to work quite well and don't have a clue as to what "everyone" would say is so "unsafe" about it. Of course, I can just share what I know and maybe they're some kind of expert.

@1ukfan1 5 жыл бұрын

They aren't. My uncle has had jeeps his whole life, but I think his is like a 98 or something, and he doesnt do a whole lot of mods to it. He always likes to move tires out and get bigger ones. Thanks for taking the time to reply. Taking any new knowledge in I can.