I thought about a 3" lift w/ 33's but fortunately very early on getting into off roading Jeeps, many told me, their TJ became very sluggish going from just 32's to 33's in addition to a domino effect of needing additional expensive parts. And I'm glad I listened! Because I drove a TJ with this set up and it didn't have that low end torque and was very slow off the line. And most of them returned to 32's while some fell for the aftermarket bait, very expensive bait. I get many who want to know what is the perfect build. Which is not easy to answer because everyone does different things with their Jeep. But I would like to share mine since my '05 TJ Rocky Mtn drives and handles absolutely amazing on and off road. Keep in mind, I am NOT a rock crawler, I'm an adventurer who takes the family beach wheelin, beach camping, surf fishing, and we hit fun, moderate trails in the fall and winter getting to our favorite fishing holes and camp sites. Which is why the build is for what's near and for what we do, nothing was put on this TJ unnecessarily for show. I see too many "spotless Jeeps" with 33's - 37's. As long as you have good off road instincts and common sense, a modest, high quality build will allow you and your family to have a lot of fun! All in, I'm at $25k with my '05 TJ Rocky Mtn. And I can honestly say build wise, I'm done!! I might Raptor line it since the TJ has a few rough paint spots and won't ever have to worry about off road pinstriping again. The best part is, this TJ not only keeps up, but outperforms a lot of these $40k - $75k JK's & JL' s. Due in part to people's inexperience and just "over building". The '05 TJ has a modest build, yet is extremely capable, durable and best of all, affordable. I encourage any Jeeper to search for a rust free TJ 4.0 I6, preferably stock, 3.73's w/ LSD and a Dana 44. And to use my build as a "guide". But I highly recommend this build for anyone who is an adventurer, not a rock crawler. Best of all, it will eliminate you from chasing your tail, and the aftermarket will have one less "just empty every pocket" victim out there! It was a lot of trial and error but it has been well worth it. 2" Old Man Emu coils 32" KO2's or 32" BFG MT's Quadratec Baja alloy rims - perfect backspacing - no rub! Currectlync steering Freedom Off Road front adj track bar M.O.R.E steering box brace JKS quick disconnects Freedom Off Road front lower Adjustable control arms The rest are Fixed Detroit Axles Transfer case drop kit Fox 2.0 Shox Fox steering stabilizer Professional 4x4 shop to do the alignment Since doing this, I have had the best experience with any vehicle I've ever had. Staying with 32's allows us Jeepers to maintain that great low end torque, saves us a lot of money on unnecessary aftermarket parts and still be able to wheel most anywhere. It's the best of all worlds! One of my favorite mods was added a Banks cat back exhaust giving it a throaty growl, but not obnoxiously loud. Absolutely perfect for the 4.0 I6. Most importantly, be honest with yourself, build your TJ for what you will be using it for. And know YOU CAN do great trails and much more with just a 2" lift and 32" ko2's or MT's! DO NOT let the aftermarket pushers fool or shame you into thinking you "need" 33" - 40" tires and a 5" lift to wheel. That's 🦬💩! They know full well, once they get you at 33's, it's a freaking cash cow for them! Because you just embarked on their multi thousand dollar build conveyor belt. And it's 100% unnecessary for moderate wheelin'! Your axles, drive train, drive shafts, engine, gearing and a host of a lot of other stuff now "needs" to be upgraded. The aftermarket pushers feast on naive people. Don't be that guy! Like cereal companies saying breakfast is the most important meal of the day, the aftermarket will continue to take advantage of the misinformed. O|||||||O 🇺🇲 Only in a 2 Dr 🇺🇲 '41- '06

shouldve told me this 16 hours ago lol

Thanks for the video. Ive had a few Jeeps over the years, and I wish I knew this stuff when I was getting started.

Excellent video. Great info going forward on my "new" TJ.

Again, as stated on a previous comment, great stuff. I just posted a video on a TJ build I did for my dad on my channel jeepNdirt and sort of highlighted a basic 3.5 inch set up. I'm working on a follow up video with additional details, but now I'm thinking I'll just do an intro then refer folks to your channel for this video LoL. Great stuff buddy. The only thing I would add to what you noted is that with 3.5 inches of lift on my dad's TJ, we used the transfer case drop that came with his lift (he was on a tight budget). The front and rear drive line angles (to include the separation between castor and pinion up front) were not bad and we ended up with 7.7/7.8 castor and no vib's. If anyone cares to check out that short video, I will say that I can drive that thing at 70mph (max comfortably due to the 3 speed auto and 4.10 gears) with 2 fingers on the steering with NO problem. It has a very flat and stable feel and is pretty flexy as noted on a couple of the shots I posted. Now his jeep will not be a crawler but will go off road occasionally so with that said I 1000% agree with you in stating that the better way to approach the drive line is with the SYE and the double cardan rear shaft if folks are planning on flexing, crawling, and offroading alot.

Im just getting started so i couldn't have come across your page at a better time 👍 although im in Australian this has been a greatly informative video 🙏

Thank you for sharing that technical information. It is not easy to present well to a wide audience and you did a great job!

You should do a jk video. I just did a 3.25 rc lift and I have no issues. But maybe I'm missing something. My kit was springs. Shocks. Brake line extenders. And rear track link bracket. I installed myself and measured the rear for shifting . The track bar bracket I adjusted and were solid

Small note. You want the rear diff to sit at +1 or -1 degree relative to the driveshaft. This is so your needle bearings aren’t stationary on the pitch control of the spicer 4 way bearing in the cardon. If the angle delta is 0 degrees this pitch control won’t rotate as the driveshaft turns and will wear a spot on your bearing internals as all the weight proceeds to only be applied in that one spot.

Thanks for the informative video

After running my TJ for about 2 years with a 2" RC suspension lift. My steering gearbox and ball joints went out and had death wobble pretty bad. Replaced the steering gearbox and ball joints and still had death wobble. Then i was told by a mechanic who works on suspensions for a living that I need to replace the track bar with an adjustable one so I did the death wobble went away, and the 2001 TJ rides like a brand new jeep. I'm running 32x11.50r15 A/T now was running 31x10.50r15 M/T before.

Great content man

Great explainer, looking forward to your other videos! I have an 05 LJR with the 4spd auto and definitely needed to regear just going to 33s, I'm in the Rockies too. I went 4.88 which is probably a touch deep, but it's great off road. To further confound things for regears '05 and '06 had a 6spd manual. At 3" lift (full JKS susp/CA/steering kit) it rides like a dream but still rubbed a when disconnected until I did a 1" BL. I also just did 1" (4.5?) of backspacing over stock, which may have not been enough for 11.5" wide tires. What backspacing did you go with for your Methods + 35s? I'm thinking of going to 17s and 35x11.5 so I can get Method beadgrips and go low in the snow.

Nice job buddy! Just discovered your channel. Thanks! Chris

4.56 on 35" with a manual is great.

Great video! Think you covered all the bases and things to think about when doing a lift well. I know several people that skimped out on the upper control arms and regretted it later. That aggressive angle really tears up the stock ball joints. Definitely an important part of any lift kit imo. Looking at upgrading my Sierra to 35 or 37 inch tires. Would it be a good idea to re-gear?

Great explanation. I’ve driven off road for decades in pickups but just purchased an 06 LJ Rubicon. This video didn’t address this particular Jeep. The kids I bought it from put on a 4” lift and 35’s. Other than that it appears to be completely stock. Do I need to consider a SYE and doble cardón drive shaft? Also, it seems to have a bit too much body roll while turning, what sway bar should I consider? Thanks

I’m going the opposite direction lol picked up a rubicon for a great price locally and it’s got a 6” lift with 35s and I’m giving it to my daughter so I’m researching on what all i need to keep to bring it back down to either stock or no more than 3” i know it has adjustable control arms but not sure about the SYE kit or the Double carden shaft etc I’m going to have to look at it again, i just want it to be a daily driver and occasional beach cruising, light off roading.

Ive been delaying my sway bar links i highly reccomend not putting it off plus the bump stops when putting new springs.

That was a good video, I didn't know all that was necessary to lift a vehicle.

Great info, can I ask you, what PSI are you running in your tires, and how new were they when you shot this video?

This should be taught in every high school. It’s TJ school! I don’t know why, put I have t buy a white board now. Thank you for sharing!

You Rock! exactly the information I was looking for. I plan on going to the 3" sweet spot but plan on adding front and rear E lockers, SYE, and adjustable CA. May not need the SYE/CA but planning for the future should I go bigger than 33's. I currently have a Sahara w/D44 rear and D30 front, manual 5sp. With your manual tranny , do you see you self upgrading to np241 OR transfer case for the 4:1 low gearing? Thanks and keep rocking your channel.

My 06 LJ has an unknown brand 2.5 suspension lift along with a 1.25 body lift on new 33/12.5/15 stock fenders/flares Not real sure it even needs the body lift as I've had it stretched out pretty far with no chance of rubbing. Drawback to lifting it is it drives like a tank with a lot of wandering

Great video!!!

for my TJ 2.5L with 31" I was recommended to re-gear to 4.88:1 years ago - still I keep the factory setting as I don't go offroad and drive no long distances (no Autobahn!)

I'd suggest 5.13s if you're going to 37s. Grimmjeeper gear calculator is the go-to for determining proper gear ratio. Tip: for an accurate tire size number measure from the ground to the center of the hub and double it

Thanks for taking the time out and sharing some of knowledge in this video. I've got a 99TJ with a 3 inch RC, and my goal is to run 35 inch tires. How do feel about 1.75 to 2 inch spring spacers with the 3 inch springs instead of a body/motor mount lift? Love the look and stance of your TJ.

Just snagged a bone stock 2002 sport last week. Wanted to do a 2.5 inch skyjacker coil lift but was scared I'd need to change a bunch of shit out to avoid "death wobble", so been lookin at procomp 2 inch. Glad I seen this video, probably get the skyjacker now

Whats a SPING? Are they more better?

Awesome video dude, great job. I prefer springs to spings though 😂😂😂😂😂

Nice video! What do you recommend for a Mainly daily driver but every now and then go on simple trails. Nothing crazy. Mostly aesthetics but also practicality.

Is this suspension only or body lift as well

Great video! What do you recommend is the perfect set up for a 98 TJ with a 2.5L, manual transmission, without having to re-gear. I obviously can’t afford to lose much power. But would still like to give it a more aggressive appearance. I’ll basically never be doing much off roading. More of a daily driver/beach cruiser. Would a 2.5 inch lift with 32’s be good enough? Thanks for the awesome vid!

Great video! I've got a 99TJ with 33s and a 2.5L what should I regear to with 33s and what should I regear to if I ran 35s? I will probably keep it 33s and not any serious offroading. Just want to be able to visit friends on the other side of the mountains 🤣 Thanks!!

Thanks so much for this explanation. So, with a 2.5" lift and 33" tires you don't recommend re-gearing on a TJ? I think the stock setup is like 28"?

What differential gear ratio would you recommend for 33 inch tires. I have a 5 speed manual aswell and don’t wanna burn my clutch out. I have 3.07 gears

Hi, would you like to get some free led headlights?

good job

Why would I want to just get away with the minimum?

I’m doing a 2 in RC lift spacer with shocks. I’m running a 31 because I have a 2.5L. Thoughts on lift spacer and shocks only at 2 inches of lift?

You forgot to tell em about the 2in.drop pitman arm

In your intro, how about showing your jeep actually making an obstacle, instead of spinning on an easy one.

I put a 2.5 inch lift on my TJ and if you lift a TJ any at all, it changes everything!! I had to get track bars and control arms because it changes the angles of the axles and your jeep will be all over the road if you don't! You can not just get away with springs and shocks, maybe on a YJ not a TJ.....

What about the LJ ??? 🤷‍♂️🤨

dont run 37's on stock axles lol, unless its a mall crawler.

you just save me a headache 🫡🤘🏻