The Ultimate Jeep Wrangler Lift Kit Comparison

The Ultimate Jeep Wrangler Lift Kit Comparison - Install & Measurements

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3 жыл бұрын

This is part one in a two part series where I have access to 6 bone stock 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited JL's and have 6 different manufactures lift kits to install and review. In this part 1 video, we'll take a close up look at each kits components, install them and then take some measurement to see how much lift they gained over stock. Lastly, we'll flex them out and see which kits articulated the best. #jeepwrangler #liftedjeep
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@justinjakub7252 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video so far. Thanks!! Would have been icing on the cake to see the Mopar OEM lift and the Metalcloak lift included.

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

* Several other suspension manufactures were invited to participate in this comparison, but because of product and shipping delays they were not able to meet our timeline. ** I was not paid or compensated in any way to do this comparison. The opinions expressed in this review are solely my own.

@martinklaus2203 3 жыл бұрын

I tried going to your Amazon store, but the link is broken. It won't load.

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

hmmm.... just checked and seems to be working ok: www.amazon.com/shop/trailrecon

@eyesopen444 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! Love it!!

@USAFJUNKIE 3 жыл бұрын

Good to know. I was really hoping to see the Mopar kit, but that makes sense why there weren't more manufacturers' products included.

@StopTargetingOurKids 3 жыл бұрын

Too bad you couldn’t do metal cloak, I have rock Krawler and metal cloak mix and they’re both pretty solid

@cajuncruiser5859 3 жыл бұрын

Now this is the type of comparison I have been waiting for!! From one Retiree (Army) to another, thanks for your service and what you continue to do!

@elopez9869 3 жыл бұрын

This is such a high level of quality! I'm impressed by every video on this channel but this one blew every other channel out of the water. Great job!

@schlexpeditionsreviews4703 3 жыл бұрын

This might be the best objective and thorough lift kit review to date. So many biased reviews out there, from pedestrians to professionals alike. Thank you so much for this contribution to the community! I bet it ends up being your highest viewed set of videos

@bubbasmith7068 3 жыл бұрын

I was really looking forward to seeing my Metal Cloak Gamechanger 3.5 inch lift with their Rocksport Shocks. Great video though!

@1JayZed 3 жыл бұрын

I was disappointed as well. Im about to buy a lift and I'm really leaning towards the MC.

@modmike4406 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t believe they didn’t include metal. I just bought an MC and Driveshaft and was hoping to get some tips. It’s also better than all of these for quite less.

@01btg 3 жыл бұрын

I love my metalcloak 3.5” GC with rock sport.

@JeepAndThings 3 жыл бұрын

I got just the Metal Cloak upper/lower control arms. They are awesome!

@FRWD_FXLRST 3 жыл бұрын

Can't go wrong with Metalcloak.

@bryanc.6735 3 жыл бұрын

I was really looking forward to this video when you talked about it last week. Thanks for getting this out.

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoyed it!

@ianmburke 3 жыл бұрын

@@TrailRecon loved it 👌 can't wait to see the on trail comparison

@eyesopen444 3 жыл бұрын

@@TrailRecon Definitely you did us all a service! I'm leaning towards the Rock Krawler kit so I can't wait to see how it rolls! Pun intended 😉 Thanks you Brad and your crew!!!

@amberematos 3 жыл бұрын

Same!

@lloydrage 3 жыл бұрын

Great job on part 1. Some surprises so far. Can’t wait for part 2

@tjc20 3 жыл бұрын

So glad to get side-by-side comparisons. Gives you a good idea of where your money is going with different kits!

@mauiman52 3 жыл бұрын

OMG Brad, would have loved to have that kind of comparison 5 years ago when we started our JK build and went from a 2.5 to a 3.5 to a 4.5 lift. Thanks for doing this. Can't wait for the next episodes.

@rubiconwhiskey7135 3 жыл бұрын

I am happy that you are doing this test. I have been doing research into several of these and am awaiting the rest of the test to help me with my decision. Your channel has become one of my favorites and look forward to seeing your videos. Please don’t change like so many others have...not for the better either.

@ianmburke 3 жыл бұрын

Mid day Thursday video.... I guess the headphones are going on in the office 🤣

@jaredinark 3 жыл бұрын

This is great, can't wait to see the rest of the series!

@RanchoTexano 3 жыл бұрын

This is just simply awesome, clearly the best ever comparison of lift kits! I love the install detail, looking forward to the performance review!

@tjcrawford7910 3 жыл бұрын

super excited about this series!!! Already been surprised I cant wait for tomorrow Thanks Brad you're outdoing yourself here!

@SimplyMustGo 3 жыл бұрын

Really looking forward to seeing the next video and how these did on the trail. I really appreciate the fairly comprehensive approach you're taking to comparing these!

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you and more to come! I had a lot of fun with these Jeeps on the trail!

@nrolfsen 3 жыл бұрын

Can’t thank you enough for these videos, Brad! You’ve been so influential on my build the last few years and I love how you continue to put out updated info. Not to mention the video quality which is fantastic. Can’t wait for the next video!! Thanks again

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@gusblanco8539 3 жыл бұрын

Your best one by far! Can’t wait for part 2! Congrats!🎉

@martinklaus2203 3 жыл бұрын

I've been Jones'in for a new video!! Can't wait for the comparison video!! Excellent job Brad....as always!!

@Jmonty580 3 жыл бұрын

Love this series! I haven't seen anyone else do this, perfect for people who have yet to buy. Wish Metalcloak was included, but i get you cant do them all. Maybe in the future!

@JSXSProductions 3 жыл бұрын

I was hoping this video would come out before black friday and have RockKrawler vs MetalCloak. Still cool to see a comparison of lots of different kits though.

@AaronKay 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, Brad! I've been waiting for this one since you mentioned it in the garage the other day. I've had my eye on several of these kits and it's great to see where manufacturers shine.

@sandralutz-rodriguez2864 3 жыл бұрын

that was super informative Brad! Appreciate how you present the options and compare them. Now waiting for the in action feedback video!

@chrisinselman6173 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Brad! I’ve been watching for a few years now as I plan out my mods with your advice. I just ordered the Teraflex 3” ST3 kit and can’t wait to install and see how my thoughts match up with yours. Keep up the great work and hopefully see you on the trail soon.

@misterspiff 3 жыл бұрын

I think this video series will rack up views for years to come. Shopping for these kits is quite daunting. You're answering a lot of questions for people who didn't even know what questions to ask.

@jamesfeeley274 2 жыл бұрын

This was hands down one of the best videos I’ve watched. Content, production length, and detail… subscribed! 👍

@leethompson7049 3 жыл бұрын

This is why no one can find 37" KM3's @TrailRecon has a stack of them... lol This is going to be an awesome series, I cant wait.

@JeepAndThings 3 жыл бұрын

This is so awesome! I'm on my 3rd lift. I liked my second 2.5 Rockcrawler, but their control arm are not good on pot holes, I also had a lot of Death wobble and I tried everything to fix it(replacing bolts, etc) and even a fox ATS which helped a lot. Ultimately I think it was the stock upper control arms. Last lift is a Frankenstein, 4 inch teraflex springs, teraflex front and rear track arms, MetalCloak Upper and lower control arms, fox shocks. Of course you need all the exrta's, brake lines, bump stops, etc. This lift is rock solid no death wobble . I first put on Falcon shocks, but they were too long in the back (broke my shock mount), and was blocking the travel, so replaced with Fox, and I like them much better. Of course I also have HD skid plates, Extended rockrails, RVC front axle shafts, 5.13 gearing, on my 2007 JK. All of these lifts is a great starting point. I started with a 2in teraflex budget boost.

@darrenroos6408 3 жыл бұрын

This is awesome! Thanks for the info. Brad. Looking forward to the final report.

@omargg9 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Brad!! now i can't wait for pt 2!

@francoisehollender_franeuro 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent job!! Looking forward the following video!!

@iliadisjohn 3 жыл бұрын

Truly exceptional work you 've done there, Brad!!! Really very helpful for all of us out there, who try to figure out which lift kit fits our needs....

@tuggerthegriz5484 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. It was nice to see all the lift kits all layed out and explained. Can’t wait to see them road tested.

@stephenheldt186 3 жыл бұрын

Wow what a great series this will be! I was really hoping you would have added Jeep’s own lift kit in this testing series. My family has fallen in love with the idea of overlanding and we are looking for the perfect vehicle to suit our family needs. The Jeep Diesel is on our list due to our need for better mileage. Thank you for all you have and continue to do for this amazing community. Cheers from the great white North!

@Cwsnyder 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this Brad! The comparison will really come in handy when I buy my JLUR, hopefully next year. Looking forward to part two.

@Family4Wheelin 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as always, I love the idea for this series! Thanks Brad.

@brettbaust5782 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Looking forward to the next! Thanks for doing this

@markl3730 3 жыл бұрын

Great discussion topic for a video series. This will be watched for years!

@oliverleclere1829 3 жыл бұрын

one of the most useful videos around. Nice Job!!

@texasbryan 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Brad. I look forward to part 2!

@powdersolvent 3 жыл бұрын

Great information, Thank you! Looking forward to the next video!

@vicb8975 3 жыл бұрын

Great video series. Lots of good information.

@mikepierson3097 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brad! So stoked for this video series because I’ve been holding off on the purchase of my lift until seeing these. Loving the attention to detail and the testing of so many scenarios.

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@hereto246 3 жыл бұрын

Very comprehensive (of course). Lots to think about. Patiently waiting on part two

@georgebrill3072 3 жыл бұрын

Good job on the video. Looking forward to part 2.

@Donnut123 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. There are A LOT of lift kits out there, nice to see a comparison. I went for the 3.25" Rough Country because mine is 95% pavement princess/daily driver and they are among the most affordable. Looking forward to the next one to see how they ride!

@JustNobodyButME 3 жыл бұрын

I was hoping Metal Cloak Game Changer would be included in this when I saw the title. I guess they're too good to compare. 🤣 Great video anyhow.

@ds1919ds1919 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah this is a great video, can't wait for the next part!

@spotifyisokay2643 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, worth the wait! Keep it up

@timschnabel9338 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This video helped me choose one that you reviewed.

@DeanJohnson67 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to results! Been waiting to update my stock Rubicon JT and the next video will likely help me decide !

@jacobmarx1994 3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate this! So well done and so helpful!

@_intrepid 3 жыл бұрын

Just as I'm looking for a lift kit! Excellent!

@JustinKingOffroad 3 жыл бұрын

extremely interesting video. patiently awaiting the next one! haha!

@heatflame4 3 жыл бұрын

I think some people, myself included, are disappointed that the different lifts were not 'apples to apples' but we are more than grateful for the insane comparison you were able to do! While I wish we could compare all the brands, and more brands that didn't make the shipping deadline, at the same lift heights it's still very cool to see this sort of data and comparison between different brands! Hope you'll let us know which one is your favorite/will be going on the new JL in the next video!

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, really appreciate that and yes, my favorite overall will be announced in the next video!

@mikethompson7406 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this!! Helping me decide on the right kit for my first Jeep, '22 JLUR!

@troplightn 3 жыл бұрын

Your assessments need obvious integrity are what make this a great video. Thanks Brad!

@iquad1234 3 жыл бұрын

As a multi part series I knew there was going to be cliffhangers which is apropos given the location. Can’t wait for the rest. Keep up the great work

@AudiSportFan1970 2 жыл бұрын

On my 2015 JKU I’m running all 4 Rubicon Express flex arms, Fox 2.0 performance series shocks, and MetalCloak true dual rate coils, and I love it!!!! Simple and fairly inexpensive.

@TheOriginalGOC 3 жыл бұрын

You are awesome! Been debating on a kit and whether to do it in the Garage or not; you really gave me some great info to take into consideration. Appreciate this so very much.

@stephenmorris4395 3 жыл бұрын

Brad, I have really enjoyed your channel for some time, but this is one best videos I've have seen on KZfaq...ever! I have the AEV lift on my Rubicon and love it, but I use it more as an expedition vehicle, and daily driver, than a rock crawler. Then again, I have nothing to compare it against. Great job and great information! Well done! Looking forward to Part 2!!

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@s10switch 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! This really gives a lot of insight. I can't wait for the next video.

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@morgancook6481 3 жыл бұрын

I'm really digging this series,m Brad! Great info!!

@andreipretorius92 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Really cool. Thank you. Can’t wait for the next video. I agree, all these jeeps look super good.

@josuev6 3 жыл бұрын

Great video !!! Answered dumb questions i might have lol keep up the great work!!!

@4x4agsoverlandmexico65 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations Brad... great video... Can’t wait for part 2... awesome!!! I want to see how my lift does against the others 🤞🤞🤞

@hughwolfe1176 3 жыл бұрын

Brad thank you for producing and recorded all of this, it’s a great comparison between varying products. I’m really surprised at the lift numbers considering what each manufacturer says their kit would do.

@discoverymoi 3 жыл бұрын

This channel should and must have over one million subscribers. Keep up the good work man. This video was a very demonstrative and detailed about suspension comparison. 👍🏿

@johnosborne6600 Жыл бұрын

Great info. Thank you!

@ZephyrRandD 3 жыл бұрын

This is amazing! Why a shop or another channel hasn't done this before really stuns me. Good on you Brad! Thank you for the info. I love old school magazine style shoot outs! (But in video, lol)

@DirtbikeXpeditions 3 жыл бұрын

Great info Brad...looking forward to the trail performance review

@Executionoutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

So happy this video came out. I’ve been torn between the aev kit and the icon kit for almost a year now

@KansasSlim64 3 жыл бұрын

I was the same way, though on different lifts than your choices. I just finally pulled the trigger and didn’t look back!

@joerobinson7141 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, looking fwd to the next one to see how they compare off road. Already have some interesting results, great for our Jeepers!!!

@geneoverton1994 Жыл бұрын

Best review I've seen. I went with dynatrac on 37 ko2. I had this lift for 4 months on stock 285's and thought it was incredible. 37 inch tires are good but thinking of backing it off a little next tires to see if I can get a little of that back. Thanks Brad!

@mcwendel8066 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like I waited forever for this video but I gotta say it didn’t disappoint! Well done Brad! I have the Teraflex CT2 2.5” on my gladiator and love it! Really haven’t wheeled yet but it’s awesome on the road and the light off-roading I’ve done so far

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@chuckzechman7390 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome comparison. Love Moab and Dixie 4X4 does a great job. Can't wait to get out there again. Safe Travels and God Bless!

@alessandroconcas 3 жыл бұрын

Ohhh c'mon another week to wait!!!!! D: TOP VID COMPARSION

@jasoncouch2480 2 жыл бұрын

Exceptional review, we’ll done!

@abqcrutch 3 жыл бұрын

This is so cool! I've seen comparisons in past, but it's always one against another. You took it to a whole new level! Six Jeeps? Crazy talk! Can't wait for the trail video. BZ, MasterChief!

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@TrailWalkerCB 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! amazing the difference between each of the lift kits. I had my own experience going from a TeraFlex to a Rock Crawler. Even though the lift was only 1/2 inch higher, the Rock Crawler was almost 2.5 inches higher than TeraFlex. I wish this video was done before I did my upgrades!

@relewis3 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to part 2! Great content as always Brad! 🇺🇸

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@themartiandefender2128 3 жыл бұрын

Very interesting installs Brad, I wish there was a channel doing Defender stuff like yours. Awesome as ever Brad !

@casper-photonvideo 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the graphics on comparisons from left to right looking forward to seeing how the driver input is different from the physical height and RTI measurements.

@frankenbeans1967 3 жыл бұрын

What jeep owners have wanted for years. Great work👍

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@OVRLNDX 3 жыл бұрын

What an awesome video! I love this series!

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@beaunugget4277 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Great information

@BoostedFrancisco 3 жыл бұрын

This is going to be awesome to follow! Thanks for taking the time to do something like this. I wish someone would have done this back in 2014 when I got my JK! Really bummed OME isn’t in the lineup

@jasonjudson14 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and overview of the different lift kits (surprised MetalCloak was not one of them), can not wait for the second video for the performance results of the different lift kits

@genebalinski645 3 жыл бұрын

Brad, thanks a bunch for doing this series!! Very helpful for us in the throws of trying to decide what mods to do to the Jeep. Perhaps at some point you could also comment on how these after-market kits compare to the factory lift kit.

@trjnsd6874 3 жыл бұрын

This is terrific! I'd love to see the back story on how you arranged all this - the logistics must have been something to behold! Lost of hard work - we appreciate it. Thanks MasterChief!

@JonathanLahr 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! BTW, it was your video of Imogene Pass that got me to sign up for next falls' Jeep Jamboree out there!!!

@grubburg5201 4 ай бұрын

Instructions are huge. Glad you emphasized that.

@jonathananthony7930 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome work. Love my AEV DS 3.5

@mattvanbogart 3 жыл бұрын

Good input. Love how everyone hates and complains about everything. This comparison is 1000% better than anything I've seen online. Great work

@michaelkhoury6550 3 жыл бұрын

agree best lift video i have seen.. sure it would be amazing if he had every lift ever.. but this was far better than anyone else has accomplished

@cesarmelendez31306 3 жыл бұрын

Maaaan I've been waiting on this one big time.

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you found it informative!

@mprudhon 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool awesome you get this opportunity and are then able to share with us

@Geronimo511 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing. Looking to install a lift on my 2019 JLUR and two of them I'm considering are on this list!

@FRWD_FXLRST 3 жыл бұрын

Check out Metalcloak.

@RaffyAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Excited for next video with the power wagon

@ScottsOutWest 3 жыл бұрын

Come on Brad. As someone who has used 2 of those kits (Dynatrac and Rock Krawler), the suspense is killing me! Can't wait to see your real-world testing!

@craigrauwolf3129 3 жыл бұрын

This is awesome Brad! Looking forward to the next video. Been researching awhile now for my 07 JKU and have been looking at the 4" MetalCloak long arm kit. Wish you had that in your vid or at least the Game Changer kit.

@TrailRecon 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I wish we could have had one of their kits as well.