Just thinking about this lift today... and here you are on my suggestions. Always great videos... never need directions when we’ve got you brother. Keep it up!
Kudos to you for choosing a very usable & balanced lift. People have a tendency to “overlift” Jeeps. Unless you are building a dedicated trail rig, then the $3K lifts that put you +4” up don’t make much sense. I’m doing a 2.5” Rubicon Express with 35s, but could go 37s on Rubicon flares. That’s easily all that I’ll ever need on the trails around here.
I don't know why I watched this whole thing.. but it was so well done and produced and informative. Maybe someday I'll make my JL an off-roader but not anytime soon. Still good to know all this. Well done!
Wayalife I should have clarified. I have no plans on lifting my JL in the next couple of years so don’t know why I even started watching but it was so well done I watched the whole thing. Sorry if it came across rude, I can see that now reading it.
As a JK Owner... I really still look forward to Your videos... You and Cindy without question are the Best of the Best when it comes to doing what You do! 😃
Another first rate install video! Super helpful for us folks doing our own work at home. Excellent camera work makes the video awesome to follow along with. Oh and Dynatrac makes top notch products! I would definitely consider them if they start to offer JK kits as well.
Just joined the Jeep Family yesterday with a 2020 wrangler unlimited rubicon. Been over dosing on your channel have much to learn and much to modify oh boy
Was this your favorite budget lift? I like the fact that you allow people to make their own decisions and PLEASE keep doing what you're doing. I may just assume this is the best budget lift package... ;)
Dude your awesome, best jl videos on youtube. Just got a jlu 2.0 turbo You think this kit would work on that. Dynatrac says this kit wasn't tested on a 2.0, but the weights of 2.0 and 3.6 is not much different.
It'll work fine. I should note that after long term testing, the lift only yielded 1.8" of lift and it was too little for 37" tires. I would only recommend it for 35's.
Great video! How do you suspect the stock gearing will hold up over the long term, running the tyres you have now, and do you plan on upgrading those components in the future? Cheers!
So far we've got over 13,000 miles on our stock gears and running 37's. So far so good and I think the all new 8-speed auto will hold up well for years to come. We do plan up upgrading our axles in the future to run 40's and we'll address gears at that time.
May God Bless you man.... This is impressive.... I wish I could ship my future Rubicon to your Workshop to upgrade it and ship it back home in Morocco... maaaan I am thrilled by your skills
For a newb considering doing this. I would like to know how your jacking, securing, and stabilizing the jeep so you can safely work on it. In other words, what would you recommend if we don’t have the frame lift.
OMG! You replied fast. I am hooked. I had already watched the JL lift for beginners but like the dynatrac lift. Just would do all this in a home garage with a bunch of jacks and stacks. Thanks.
So you put on this 2" lift and run 37's with no problems? Seems like I saw another channel where they were getting tire rub with a 2.5" lift and 37's and even used a heat gun to push back the plastic fender walls. My 2019 JLUR is still stock and I'm kind of waiting until I need new tires to decide what to do. Thanks for your awesome videos!
I'll be installing this lift soon. Did you notice an exaggerated lean without side-specific springs? I'm thinking about adding a spacer to the passenger side to compensate. Thanks!
There is some lean but nothing too bad. Adding spacers might over compensate for it though. I should note, that after long term use, I found the coils settled to only 1.8" of total lift. This was way too little for 37's.
@@wayalife hey thanks for your quick reply! This will be on my wife’s Sahara “daily”, and 315/70/17s (no larger planned, for now 😉). Thanks again for your time. I enjoy your content, always looking forward to new uploads!
New jeep owner here - I ran into your videos and LOVE THEM. I have a JLU sport and was wondering how was the ranchos set up vs this one? I'm about to lift mine but want to know which you would recommend - My jeep is my daily and also do some overlanding / camping. Thanks for the content!
Glad to hear you like our videos! Regarding lift kits, I might have to go with the Rancho Sport lift if only because it provided about 2.5" of actual lift where as this kit only yielded about 1.8". Also, the Rancho kit costs a lot less.
I love your videos! I’m a new Jeep owner…do you think would be better to replace even the lower control arms with a 2” lift? I noticed Mopar with the 2” lift provides the control arms.
Thank you. We're so glad to hear you enjoy our videos. Regarding your question, there is no need for new lower control arms. The Mopar kit comes with them because it offers over 3" of actual lift. This kit offers just less than 2". At that height, you're caster will not be affected enough to warrant correction.
Since you have both a JKU and a JLU I'd love to see a video or get an answer on if the JLU front and rear seats will fit in the JKU. I love the added refinement on the JLU seats that's been missing on a JKU. I can't find anyone that has done this or willing to test this.
From what I can see, the seat brackets and mounting points are different. If anything, I might recommend that you install a set of MasterCraft seats or the like.
I came here to ask to the best, because I love your videos and what you do !! Do you know if this lift kit has been tested in JL 2 doors ? If no, how do you think it will work? I like 2 inches lift kit but I don’t know if get this one or 3 inches lift kit with low arms and track bars, what do you recommend me for a daily driver and off road weekends (not rockcrawler)
Honestly, long term testing showed that this kit yielded LESS than 2" of actual height once the coils settled in or at least, on a 4-door. So, it may give you what you're wanting on a 2-door.
For my Rubicon Express 2.5 inch lift. It didnt come with brake line extensions. So i left the brake line bracket intact and un secured the bracket that attaches to the axle (the same bracket you removed temporarily for the flag nut that will secure the bump stop). Right now that bracket is chilling in between the shock and coil. What are your thoughts on that? Does it have to be secured onto the axle or should i be fine?
The reason to secure it in place is to help prevent the line from drifting in between the coil while flexing on the trail. Potentially, this can cause the line to be cut by the coil at a full stuff. Not that it will happen for sure to you but it is something that I have seen plenty of times.
I don’t know if it was discussed before but would this be better with some new control arms? I know it would drive the cost up considerably but seems appropriate.
When the coils settled out, I only saw 1.8" of total lift. This is maybe the shorest 2" lift I've tested and relatively speaking, within stock spec. With that said, no, new control arms would not be needed.
The main reason I was asking is that I was was very disappointed in the Mopar performance lift ride quality, especially off road. I found it to jar the crap out of you with just the slightest increase in speed.
It's hard to get a good ride that can really soak up big bumps without spending a lot of money. And if I can be perfectly honest, this kit, even at it's higher price point will not give you what I think you're wanting. Trust me, a super nice ride can be had but it'll cost you.
If you have all eight control arms and track bars with johnny joints (rock jock), do you need to loosen any of those fasteners for full axle droop (since they rotate freely)? Or just the cleveite type stock ones? I've replaced everything but the stock springs and am now planning a 3.5'' lift with new shocks.
I love ur video..just got myself a Jeep JL Willy's....and looking for mods and upgrades...2 inch lift or more is what I want....when u added the spring spacer did that give u any trouble..this lift kit may be just what I need...
The spacers are fine but if price is an issue, I might recommend you give the Rancho Sport lift a look as it can be had for about $600. I personally found it to ride great.
I see that Dynatrac doesn't include an adjustable track bar (or control arms). Did you measure afterwards and see if the axles were centered? Im heading towards getting this kit due to who designed it (Tony) but wondering if I should install some RK adjustable track bars while Im doing it.
Unlike a lot of the 2" lift kits out there that actually yield more like 3" of lift, this Dynatrac kit will give you a true 2" of lift. This is well within the factory specs and there really is no need for an adjustable track bar or control arms. In fact, anytime you load or unload your Jeep with weight, your axles will shift to one side or the other as it's just the nature of the beast of a track bar that is mounted on the frame on one side and the axle on the other.
Well, what I can tell you is that this lift will yield exactly 2" of lift where as the Mopar will yield about 3" of actual lift. If all you're wanting to run is 35's, this is a good kit. If you're wanting 37's, I would probably recommend the Mopar kit.
For the Rancho lift and the Dynatrac, what would make me choose one over the other in terms of feel? Was one better suited for a certain terrain? If you can recalll this far back haha
So, after long term testing, we found the Dynatrac lift to only yield 1.8" of lift. This was far too little for 37" tires. The Rancho lift yielded about 2.5" and cleared 37's well. As far as ride goes, the Rancho shocks actually felt smoother on pavement and for daily driving and mainly because they are old school hydros but they do fade when doing a lot of hard and fast driving across the desert. The Fox shocks that come with the Dynatrac lift resist fading better.
Hey great channel have learned alot from you. Putting this suspension system on my 2020 jl 2door Rubicon. Question is since I don't have a winch yet would you recommend I install the levelers at the same time I install the lift? Eventually the winch will be the next mod. Running factory mopar steel bumper. Thanks
Could you shoot me an email. Miguelcinla@gmail.com I would like to offer my jeep so you can create more content for your channel. I buy all the goods you do your thing on install and I cover all the labor cost. I'll drive out there from los ángeles. Install the lift, levelers, on board arb air system. Warn hitch and the switch module to operate lights, and air system let me know If your interested shoot me email thanks it would be cool your attention to detail is great and driving to Colorado passing through Utah would be great
There is something so calming and doable about listening to this video.....I would feel better if all the cursing and busted knuckles sections were included so I didn't feel bad about going to hell on my own.
I noticed you didn't loosen the control arms on this install, is that due to the aftermarket arms installed? If you have stock arms would you loosen then tighten once back on the ground? Thanks! Great video!!!
Good eye. I didn't loosen the control arms due to the fact that my EVO adjustable control arms have Johnny Joints on both ends. Because of it, there is no bushing bind to be concerned with. That being said, this Dynatrac lift yields exactly 2" of lift - this as opposed to 3" of lift or more with most of the 2" lift kits being sold today. The 2" is well with in factory spec and so loosening up the bolts and then tightening them again is not necessary. However, if we still were running factory arms, I might do it anyway.
Wayalife Thanks, Eddie. I appreciate the response. Hoping I win am a lucky winner of this one, but if not I see either Rubicon takeoff suspension or maybe the budget kit in my future.
What's the bar that goes between the two lower square parts of the frame where the factory front skid plate used to be? My Jeep looks a little naked without the factory skid but it won't fit with my ARB bumper. Thanks!
I have a 2021 Wrangler. 4 Door sport. Ive Noticed I have a bit of a sag from all the weight from the side steps and front/rear ( Smittybuilt items ) bumpers. im seeing how its affecting my tires. from the jeep community im around they all run 40s which I do not want. I would love to run my Rig with 33s or maybe 35s. everyone is telling me to go with a 3.5 lift kit . stating it would fix the sag and wanting the height im wanting. BUUT it would mean that im replacing alot more under the jeep. I had thought about a 2.5 at the start but with this lift kit but was not sure if i would have what I wanted due to the weight. also what brand should i even be looking at? I really loved Old man Emu but from what i heard its a different set up in the UK than here so im lost what is it i need to do and what brand??? HELP lol
Personally, I would recommend a Rancho Sport lift as it is very affordable and will give you the lift you need to clear the tires you want to run. Here's a link to a video I made about it th-cam.com/video/0x1wR2m5sKs/w-d-xo.html
Hi there! I just bought a Jeep gladiator as my first Jeep ever. I would like to change the tires that came from factory. Can I just get wheels and tires of the same size and place them with out doing anything to the suspension? Thank you for your help! Love your videos !
I have been fighting with my AEV lift trying to dial it on for weeks and it’s just so harsh. Would this or a teraflex lift be a more plush and comfortable ride?
I am sorry to say but neither will be more plush and comfortable. Both are designed to not sag as much when carrying a heavy load and you just can't have your cake and eat it too. Mopar or even EVO coils will offer a much softer ride and if you carry a lot of gear, I would recommend that you install coil spacers to help make up the difference. Both of those coils are designed more for ride comfort.
Your videos are awesome. However I am currently considering a lift as I just got my first jeep. My biggest questions are do I need adjustable track bars front and back for a 2-2.5 lift. Also replacing all 8 control arms is out of my budget. Can I get by with just lower front CAs?
MOST lift kits will yield MORE than what is advertised. A lift like this will yield LESS. Long term testing showed us we only got 1.8" of total lift and that is well with in factory spec. Needless to say, no adjustable track bar is needed for it or anything else for that matter. IF you get a lift that gives you 2.5" of lift or more, a rear track bar relocation bracket will help there and an adjustable front will be nice to have to help recenter your front axle at ride height but not really necessary. And yes, you can get by with just adjustable front lowers to add in a bit more positive caster.
Great video as always! Finishing installing the front lift on my JLU Rubicon and need to move the sway bar a bit for the links, but it seems rigid. Do I need to use the front sway disco to be able to move the sway bar?
LOL!! I appreciate your concern but I already carefully checked all my welds when this issue first came up earlier in the year and they all look okay to me. There are only about a months worth of JL's that have been affected with this problem and while mine "might" be one of them, I haven't gotten a notice or as of yet.
Ride quality of the Dynatrac is nicer and flex is better as well. Rancho will give you a bit more lift and it will also do a better job of holding up a lot of weight with less sag in the rear.
everyone seems to start up front. I know you said you had already switched them, so in your case it makes sense. But with the sway bar links needing switching, I'm assuming stock JLs will need to start in the rear?
They're just sway bar links and you can pretty much install them at anytime and with your Jeep on the ground. But, you can start on whatever end you prefer :)
@@wayalife following your lead and adding the 3/4 rough country spacer to my build, as I have the same winch and heavy front bumper. Just looking through their instructions, you didn't show this step in the video 😂 "Any vehicle equipped with any Rough Country product should have a “Warning to Driver” decal installed on the inside of the windshield or on the vehicle’s dash. The decal should act as a constant reminder for whoever is operating the vehi- cle of its unique handling characteristics."
Curious what size engine this has? I have a 2021 rubicon with the 2.0 liter but everything I look at says this lift will not work with the 2.0 liter. Love your videos.
This JL has a 3.6L but I see no reason why you couldn't install any lift on your 2.0L. I should also note that you should NOT run anything bigger than 35" tires with this lift. Over time and use, I found it to sag and only yield 1.8" of lift. Way too little for 37's.
@@troymathis4755 I replaced the lift a few times and mainly to test things out. I'm currently on coilovers and long arms - a BIG jump from what you see in this video.
Thank you I’m going to buy my first Jeep Wrangler soon. Rubicon or Sahara still debating since I commute on the highway a lot to work. Any advise? Because I heard the constant driving can be a rough ride but I don’t know if that’s just a rumor and not really true. I have yet to test drive either one.
Hi! After adding lift kit and bigger tires, did you have to adjust speedometer? Do stock axles support the added weight or adjustments required? Also, did you need to upgrade your brake system?
Not for the lift but for the bigger tires. You can have your dealership do this or you can buy something like a Tazer JL. Axles are fine and so are the brakes.
You are a master! Where do you live and hopefully we could cross paths! We just got a Jeep Gladiator sport and I am building it to our needs... we have a camper and are adopting 2 young kids.. we only getting started lol
A lift will not determine whether or not you need wheel spacers. The size of the tires you run will. Taller and especially wider tires like a 37x13.50 will require you run wheel spacers especially if you're planning on mounting them on factory wheels. That said, tires like that are way too big for this lift. Trust me, I tried it and over time, found the lift to only yield 1.8" of total lift and that lead to way too much rubbing when flexing on the trail.
@@wayalife thanks for explaining that! This is my first jeep, bought a 2022 jl and love it so far. I want to go 35in all terrain tires, not looking to do any crazy off roading quite yet! I ordered 2.0 fox shocks and 2.5 lift kit. Any recommendations? Think that would need spacers? Btw I love all your videos I’ve learned a lot so far and great information! Thank you for that!
Again, it depends on how wide the 35's are, whether or not you have wide axles and whether or not you'll be installing them on factory wheels. Depending on that, you may not need wheel spacers. Either way, I would hold off on getting spacers until after you install your lift. You may find that you have no rubbing at a full turn and at a full flex and if you do, get spacers then.
In this video, we were running 37's but after long term use, we found the lift settled down to just 1.8" of total lift. Far too little for 37's and so we changed it out.
Without question, a JK chassis is stronger. If you're thinking about building a Jeepster for wheeling, that's what I would work off of. Synergy did this and it's awesome.
So for some older folks with a few disabilities, does this ride much smoother off road than the Rancho you had. Enough difference to justify it being in todays current market twice the price???
Honestly, not in my opinion. Rancho coils are soft and a good old school hydro shock is always going to offer a smoother ride than a more modern monotube. Where there is a downside to hydro shocks is that they will fade when doing a lot of hard and fast driving across the desert.
Do you know how long the stock rear swaybar links are? I just bought this lift and want to replace them with quick disconnects (up front, after the relocation, on my sport-s). Also, any recommendatuons for quick disconnects? Thanks!
Great video as usually...is it true when you use an extension you must add more than what the spec call for ? For example : 125 ft/lbs should be 135 ft/lbs instead ?
On a JLUR, could you run 35s with this kit and not look like it slipped leg day? I'm about to lift mine with a 2-2.5 lift and would like to stick with 35s since it's mainly a daily on the streets with weekend warrior offroad from time to time
Looks good!! What’s you preferred tire? I’m looking to get new 37s. I had stt pros and nittos. I won’t really be wheeling much tbh but want a mud terrain, not sure if you had any recommendations for DD mud terrain thanks!
Honestly, based on what you're saying, I would go with the Nittos as they are a better daily driver. Or, I would also consider Toyo MTs as they are great as well.
Got a rubicon express 2 inch lift the ride is pretty stuff and I feel every single bump, most of my driving is highway driving, how would you compare/rate the dynatrac lift for highway driving? I'm bummed I spent a lot of money on that lift when I feel like I should've gotten this one. Are you aware of any discounts or any hookups? Anything would be appreciated and looking forward to your feedback!!
Couple of things. If you're running more than 30 psi in your tires, that'll be a big part of what you're not liking. The other thing is the Fox shocks. They do great driving hard and fast across the desert but don't always feel to great for daily driving.
TY, I enjoy your instructional videos so much. Only thing is that you go a bit fast. I don't comprehend as fast as you go sometimes! Just sayin' not complaining.
Excellent install!!,all home garage mechanics can use this video to learn how things are properly done!! all bolts torqued to spec. all work done in an organised manner and safely. nice job! considering this lift for my jk.
I have watched your great how to videos for a while now. The JL rubicon will be a daily driver and My drive to work is about 2 1/2 hrs. Will this lift kit be fine with 35’s? Will this lift look odd with 35s? I am thinking 37 tires will be to big plus having to re gear.
Love the channel, the videos, the commentary, whole package. Do you have a comparison of the DynaTrac vs the Rancho kit. Both seem well made but the Fox Shocks I would think are better
In terms of ride quality, Dynatrac is a nicer lift. The Fox 2.0's were made specifically tuned for the Dynatrac coils that were made specifically for them. Also, in terms of flex, Dynatrac does better as well if only because the shocks offer a greater amount of travel. Where Rancho has a leg up is in it's price - about half the cost. Also, if you're wanting a taller lift, the Rancho kit does yield more. Last but not least, the Rancho kit comes with progressive rate coils and they do a better job of holding up the weight of a lot of gear. The down side to this is that this limits stuff. Otherwise, the ride Rancho provides really isn't too bad.
Looks like a nice setup do you have cooper tires on your jeep if so how are they holding up and you make everything looks so easy and who ever is recording nice work Thanks for the video
Yup, running the Cooper Discoverer STT Pros and I love them. They do amazingly well off road, in the snow/ice and are wearing great. You can see a video we made about them here: th-cam.com/video/0LC_2vyfS4E/w-d-xo.html As far as the filming goes, that would be my wife Cindy :)
@@wayalife interesting. On the '08 JKUR manual, the front passenger spring was longer, and when I did the OME 2.5" kit I had to install the spacer to avoid the lean. Ok - good to know for the future / waiting for the diesel JLUR...
Hey, another awesome install video (like I should or would expect less) but I do have a couple questions. If I recall correctly you removed the rancho lift, to install the Dynatrac lift, however, when you installed the Rancho, you pointed out that Rancho paid attention to Jeep and made the coils specific to each corner of the JL, it looks like Dynatrac just made the front L/R and the rear L/R the same length. You made an issue of the fact that each front and rear coil were different lengths. Please advise. Also, how did the the Dynatrac compare to the Rancho? Thanks again for another awesome video....OH.... Have you had any of the "vague" steering issues reported on the JLU especially the Rubicon?
First off, this whole "vague" steering thing that people are whining about on social media is just stupid. I'm sorry but clearly, they are people who's previous vehicle was some kind of car with IFS and modern rack and pinion steering or something like that. This is a Jeep with a solid front axle, steering gear, drag link and tie rod that turns left and right and everything feels just about right to me. Does it feel like a Honda or BMW? Not even close but then, I don't want to be driving either. Second, regarding the Dynatrac coils - if anything, I'm kinda glad that they are all the same length being that my JL always had a lean to the driver side even wehn it was bone stock. This continued to be the case with the Rancho coils and I don't see it anymore. Third, when it comes to ride quality, the Dynatrac kit has it hands down as it offers a smooth but solid ride. It really is a perfect kit for a daily driven JL riding on 35's and sees most of its time on pavement. It also flexes way better as well. If there is a downside to it, it'd be that it costs twice as much as the Rancho kit and it sits lower than it too. Of course, this might be a plus for some especially if you liked a low COG build. The Rancho kit does a better job of holding up a lot of weight but it doesn't stuff as well due to its progressive rate coils.
Love the sound effects when you show parts coming out of the box, great job and really enjoy your videos
LOL!! Glad to hear you enjoy our videos :)
I am thinking of buying the Langler Sahara in Korea now.Thank you so much for making such a good video. Today is the day
Just thinking about this lift today... and here you are on my suggestions. Always great videos... never need directions when we’ve got you brother. Keep it up!
Thanks Eddie! Just finished my install and it drives like a dream. Watched this vid MANY times. Saved my bacon a couple times. Thanks brother
Glad it helped!
You guys do an outstanding job with your videos. Thanks for sharing!
Truly flattered that you would say as much and glad to know that our videos are helpful to you 😎
Your garage is way better organized than mine. That’s a talent my man.
LOL!! Keeping it organized is the only way I can find anything.
things in mine sill stay organized for about 10 minutes then they sprout legs, run away and hide
Ethan facts.
Kudos to you for choosing a very usable & balanced lift. People have a tendency to “overlift” Jeeps. Unless you are building a dedicated trail rig, then the $3K lifts that put you +4” up don’t make much sense.
I’m doing a 2.5” Rubicon Express with 35s, but could go 37s on Rubicon flares. That’s easily all that I’ll ever need on the trails around here.
My man I have to say.....I am a fan of your page. You are a great motivator!!!
I appreciate that! 😁
Love the video and the patriotic sign on the wall. Keep it up, brother. 🇺🇸
LOL - Glad you enjoy the video but you should keep it down about the sign. TH-cam is listening.
@@wayalife Yeah, the times we live in. So much for the 1st amendment.
Two days watching you…now my go too!
Why thank you :)
I don't know why I watched this whole thing.. but it was so well done and produced and informative. Maybe someday I'll make my JL an off-roader but not anytime soon. Still good to know all this. Well done!
LOL - thank you. We're so glad to hear you found our video to be informative and entertaining enough to watch all the way through :)
Wayalife I should have clarified. I have no plans on lifting my JL in the next couple of years so don’t know why I even started watching but it was so well done I watched the whole thing. Sorry if it came across rude, I can see that now reading it.
@@sreduos LOL - didn't think you came off rude at all so no need to apologize for anything :)
I love dynatrac gear and your videos. Still the best JL channel, always professional.
Thank you, we really do appreciate it :)
As a JK Owner... I really still look forward to Your videos... You and Cindy without question are the Best of the Best when it comes to doing what You do! 😃
We are truly flattered that you would say as much. If there were more to do on our JK, we'd be making videos of it as well. Thank you for watching.
Great addition to the Rubicon
I sure do love your videos. Extremely well done and informative. I always look forward to a new one.
Thank you, we're so glad to hear it :)
Man you must have a very supportive significant other in your life. Go brave.
LOL!! I'm very lucky to have a wife who enjoys all this as much as I do :)
I love these vids.. you knew coilovers would be the final result but tested so many other options!
Glad you enjoy the videos. Testing out other options is the only way to know what works, what doesn't and why. :)
Another first rate install video! Super helpful for us folks doing our own work at home. Excellent camera work makes the video awesome to follow along with. Oh and Dynatrac makes top notch products! I would definitely consider them if they start to offer JK kits as well.
That is some cool packaging for the lift kit!
Looking forward to the Rubicon video!
Thank you and we're glad to hear our videos are helpful. And yes, a Rubicon video has been in the works and we hope to have it out soon.
The duffel bag is way cool and we use it whenever we go camping now :)
You’re a very good speaker nice job bro great review
Why thank you, I appreciate that!
Just joined the Jeep Family yesterday with a 2020 wrangler unlimited rubicon. Been over dosing on your channel have much to learn and much to modify oh boy
Was this your favorite budget lift? I like the fact that you allow people to make their own decisions and PLEASE keep doing what you're doing. I may just assume this is the best budget lift package... ;)
Actually, I thought this was a better budget lift especially for the cost. th-cam.com/video/0x1wR2m5sKs/w-d-xo.html
You pretty much think of everything, Eddie! Another superb "how to" video. Thank you very much!
LOL - just trying to help the best I can :)
Great video. Enjoyed the information and how you explain things. Subscribed and you are one of my favorites!
Awesome, thank you!
I’ve watch this video 3 times, still nervous if I should do it myself with my 21 jeep Willy’s 4 doors. Seems like you made so easy like Barney style
LOL - it literally is that simple. All you need to do is follow the steps in this video and you'll be fine. Trust me, you can do it 👍
Dude your awesome, best jl videos on youtube. Just got a jlu 2.0 turbo You think this kit would work on that.
Dynatrac says this kit wasn't tested on a 2.0, but the weights of 2.0 and 3.6 is not much different.
It'll work fine. I should note that after long term testing, the lift only yielded 1.8" of lift and it was too little for 37" tires. I would only recommend it for 35's.
Great video. One thing that makes this move so smooth is that you have all the tools and that lift is pretty sweet as well.
Awesome definitely Dyna is getting on board with my Rubicon $$$$project. Thank you for the heads up......
Awesome :)
It’s always a pleasure watching your videos.. I really appreciate the install videos. Keep up the awesome work
Thank you, we're so glad to hear it.
I know. He’s the best!
Great video! How do you suspect the stock gearing will hold up over the long term, running the tyres you have now, and do you plan on upgrading those components in the future? Cheers!
So far we've got over 13,000 miles on our stock gears and running 37's. So far so good and I think the all new 8-speed auto will hold up well for years to come. We do plan up upgrading our axles in the future to run 40's and we'll address gears at that time.
May God Bless you man.... This is impressive.... I wish I could ship my future Rubicon to your Workshop to upgrade it and ship it back home in Morocco... maaaan I am thrilled by your skills
For a newb considering doing this. I would like to know how your jacking, securing, and stabilizing the jeep so you can safely work on it. In other words, what would you recommend if we don’t have the frame lift.
Here's a video you should watch th-cam.com/video/7EzDf1K_yOk/w-d-xo.html
OMG! You replied fast. I am hooked. I had already watched the JL lift for beginners but like the dynatrac lift. Just would do all this in a home garage with a bunch of jacks and stacks. Thanks.
Glad our video could be of help to you.
whats the difference between this lift kit and the Mopar lift?
One difference is that Mopar 2.5” lift is more like 3” and the Dynatrac one is 2”.
So you put on this 2" lift and run 37's with no problems? Seems like I saw another channel where they were getting tire rub with a 2.5" lift and 37's and even used a heat gun to push back the plastic fender walls. My 2019 JLUR is still stock and I'm kind of waiting until I need new tires to decide what to do. Thanks for your awesome videos!
I think you might be referring to the video I made way back in early 2018 th-cam.com/video/WxcOtkbKX04/w-d-xo.html
I wish you can come to Florida. Great video.
Maybe one day!
@@wayalife cant wait.
I'll be installing this lift soon. Did you notice an exaggerated lean without side-specific springs? I'm thinking about adding a spacer to the passenger side to compensate. Thanks!
There is some lean but nothing too bad. Adding spacers might over compensate for it though. I should note, that after long term use, I found the coils settled to only 1.8" of total lift. This was way too little for 37's.
@@wayalife hey thanks for your quick reply! This will be on my wife’s Sahara “daily”, and 315/70/17s (no larger planned, for now 😉). Thanks again for your time. I enjoy your content, always looking forward to new uploads!
Did you add the front dynatrac control arms as well?
If so worth it? Or good as a base spring and shock kit.
I did not. And, should note that I removed this lift as it ended up settling to just 1.8" of lift and it was too short to clear 37's.
New jeep owner here - I ran into your videos and LOVE THEM. I have a JLU sport and was wondering how was the ranchos set up vs this one? I'm about to lift mine but want to know which you would recommend - My jeep is my daily and also do some overlanding / camping. Thanks for the content!
Glad to hear you like our videos! Regarding lift kits, I might have to go with the Rancho Sport lift if only because it provided about 2.5" of actual lift where as this kit only yielded about 1.8". Also, the Rancho kit costs a lot less.
I love your videos! I’m a new Jeep owner…do you think would be better to replace even the lower control arms with a 2” lift? I noticed Mopar with the 2” lift provides the control arms.
Thank you. We're so glad to hear you enjoy our videos. Regarding your question, there is no need for new lower control arms. The Mopar kit comes with them because it offers over 3" of actual lift. This kit offers just less than 2". At that height, you're caster will not be affected enough to warrant correction.
Since you have both a JKU and a JLU I'd love to see a video or get an answer on if the JLU front and rear seats will fit in the JKU. I love the added refinement on the JLU seats that's been missing on a JKU. I can't find anyone that has done this or willing to test this.
From what I can see, the seat brackets and mounting points are different. If anything, I might recommend that you install a set of MasterCraft seats or the like.
I came here to ask to the best, because I love your videos and what you do !! Do you know if this lift kit has been tested in JL 2 doors ? If no, how do you think it will work? I like 2 inches lift kit but I don’t know if get this one or 3 inches lift kit with low arms and track bars, what do you recommend me for a daily driver and off road weekends (not rockcrawler)
Honestly, long term testing showed that this kit yielded LESS than 2" of actual height once the coils settled in or at least, on a 4-door. So, it may give you what you're wanting on a 2-door.
For my Rubicon Express 2.5 inch lift. It didnt come with brake line extensions. So i left the brake line bracket intact and un secured the bracket that attaches to the axle (the same bracket you removed temporarily for the flag nut that will secure the bump stop). Right now that bracket is chilling in between the shock and coil. What are your thoughts on that? Does it have to be secured onto the axle or should i be fine?
The reason to secure it in place is to help prevent the line from drifting in between the coil while flexing on the trail. Potentially, this can cause the line to be cut by the coil at a full stuff. Not that it will happen for sure to you but it is something that I have seen plenty of times.
I don’t know if it was discussed before but would this be better with some new control arms? I know it would drive the cost up considerably but seems appropriate.
When the coils settled out, I only saw 1.8" of total lift. This is maybe the shorest 2" lift I've tested and relatively speaking, within stock spec. With that said, no, new control arms would not be needed.
The main reason I was asking is that I was was very disappointed in the Mopar performance lift ride quality, especially off road. I found it to jar the crap out of you with just the slightest increase in speed.
It's hard to get a good ride that can really soak up big bumps without spending a lot of money. And if I can be perfectly honest, this kit, even at it's higher price point will not give you what I think you're wanting. Trust me, a super nice ride can be had but it'll cost you.
@@wayalife thanks much. I appreciate your honesty
Dude, You've been a lot of help, Thanks! Got my spiderweb bikini top on , now looks like i'll be getting a Dynatrac lift kit too... Thanks!
Well, we're so glad that we could be of help to you. :)
Very nicely done,keep up the good work
Ok just stumbled across your channel and it's Great! Excellent quality and detail. A great channel liked and subed!
Awesome, glad to have you here
If you have all eight control arms and track bars with johnny joints (rock jock), do you need to loosen any of those fasteners for full axle droop (since they rotate freely)? Or just the cleveite type stock ones? I've replaced everything but the stock springs and am now planning a 3.5'' lift with new shocks.
You only need to do that with clevite or bonded rubber bushings.
So after watching all your videos, is this Dynatrac much better than the 2 inch Rancho lift. As far as off road ride and handling???
No, not in my opinion.
I love ur video..just got myself a Jeep JL Willy's....and looking for mods and upgrades...2 inch lift or more is what I want....when u added the spring spacer did that give u any trouble..this lift kit may be just what I need...
The spacers are fine but if price is an issue, I might recommend you give the Rancho Sport lift a look as it can be had for about $600. I personally found it to ride great.
You mentioned the kit was $1200. Where is the best place to by the Dynatrac Eudurosport 2” lift for Fox shocks?
I personally like to buy products from discipleoffroad.com/
I see that Dynatrac doesn't include an adjustable track bar (or control arms). Did you measure afterwards and see if the axles were centered? Im heading towards getting this kit due to who designed it (Tony) but wondering if I should install some RK adjustable track bars while Im doing it.
Unlike a lot of the 2" lift kits out there that actually yield more like 3" of lift, this Dynatrac kit will give you a true 2" of lift. This is well within the factory specs and there really is no need for an adjustable track bar or control arms. In fact, anytime you load or unload your Jeep with weight, your axles will shift to one side or the other as it's just the nature of the beast of a track bar that is mounted on the frame on one side and the axle on the other.
How do you think this lift compares to the Mopar lift? Thanks
Well, what I can tell you is that this lift will yield exactly 2" of lift where as the Mopar will yield about 3" of actual lift. If all you're wanting to run is 35's, this is a good kit. If you're wanting 37's, I would probably recommend the Mopar kit.
Great job on the edit...I think editing the video was longer than the installation 😉 looks great 👍
LOL!! This is for damn sure :)
For the Rancho lift and the Dynatrac, what would make me choose one over the other in terms of feel? Was one better suited for a certain terrain? If you can recalll this far back haha
So, after long term testing, we found the Dynatrac lift to only yield 1.8" of lift. This was far too little for 37" tires. The Rancho lift yielded about 2.5" and cleared 37's well. As far as ride goes, the Rancho shocks actually felt smoother on pavement and for daily driving and mainly because they are old school hydros but they do fade when doing a lot of hard and fast driving across the desert. The Fox shocks that come with the Dynatrac lift resist fading better.
I want someone like you to lift my Jeep you are awesome! Well organized and you know exactly what you are doing..👌
LOL - Flattered that you would say as much.
Hey great channel have learned alot from you. Putting this suspension system on my 2020 jl 2door Rubicon.
Question is since I don't have a winch yet would you recommend I install the levelers at the same time I install the lift?
Eventually the winch will be the next mod. Running factory mopar steel bumper. Thanks
I would wait to install them. If you do it now, your Jeep will look like the front end is sitting too high.
Thank you for the quick reply
Could you shoot me an email. Miguelcinla@gmail.com I would like to offer my jeep so you can create more content for your channel. I buy all the goods you do your thing on install and I cover all the labor cost. I'll drive out there from los ángeles. Install the lift, levelers, on board arb air system. Warn hitch and the switch module to operate lights, and air system let me know If your interested shoot me email thanks it would be cool your attention to detail is great and driving to Colorado passing through Utah would be great
OK can you ask them to see if they need someone to try out ones for the jk as I have 2018 JKU
I can tell you that they're already working on it :)
haha me too 18 JKUR
There is something so calming and doable about listening to this video.....I would feel better if all the cursing and busted knuckles sections were included so I didn't feel bad about going to hell on my own.
LOL - Glad you enjoyed the video :)
I noticed you didn't loosen the control arms on this install, is that due to the aftermarket arms installed? If you have stock arms would you loosen then tighten once back on the ground? Thanks! Great video!!!
Good eye. I didn't loosen the control arms due to the fact that my EVO adjustable control arms have Johnny Joints on both ends. Because of it, there is no bushing bind to be concerned with. That being said, this Dynatrac lift yields exactly 2" of lift - this as opposed to 3" of lift or more with most of the 2" lift kits being sold today. The 2" is well with in factory spec and so loosening up the bolts and then tightening them again is not necessary. However, if we still were running factory arms, I might do it anyway.
Wayalife Thanks, Eddie. I appreciate the response. Hoping I win am a lucky winner of this one, but if not I see either Rubicon takeoff suspension or maybe the budget kit in my future.
What's the bar that goes between the two lower square parts of the frame where the factory front skid plate used to be? My Jeep looks a little naked without the factory skid but it won't fit with my ARB bumper. Thanks!
It's just angle iron I put on there for the same reason. I've since just cut those tusks off.
@@wayalife thanks!
I have a 2021 Wrangler. 4 Door sport. Ive Noticed I have a bit of a sag from all the weight from the side steps and front/rear ( Smittybuilt items ) bumpers. im seeing how its affecting my tires. from the jeep community im around they all run 40s which I do not want. I would love to run my Rig with 33s or maybe 35s. everyone is telling me to go with a 3.5 lift kit . stating it would fix the sag and wanting the height im wanting. BUUT it would mean that im replacing alot more under the jeep. I had thought about a 2.5 at the start but with this lift kit but was not sure if i would have what I wanted due to the weight. also what brand should i even be looking at? I really loved Old man Emu but from what i heard its a different set up in the UK than here so im lost what is it i need to do and what brand??? HELP lol
Personally, I would recommend a Rancho Sport lift as it is very affordable and will give you the lift you need to clear the tires you want to run. Here's a link to a video I made about it th-cam.com/video/0x1wR2m5sKs/w-d-xo.html
Best detailed install videos!!!
Thank you, we're so glad to know our video was helpful to you :)
I’m basically doing everything you post so it’s very helpful to see what challenges I’m going to face, before I do it.
Do you suggest adding anything like an adjustable front track bar?
With this lift, no. When all was said and done, I found it to only yield 1.8" of lift and that is well within factory specs.
Hi there! I just bought a Jeep gladiator as my first Jeep ever. I would like to change the tires that came from factory. Can I just get wheels and tires of the same size and place them with out doing anything to the suspension? Thank you for your help! Love your videos !
Yup, so long as they're the same size, you won't need to change anything else.
Wayalife thank you so much for taking the time.
I have been fighting with my AEV lift trying to dial it on for weeks and it’s just so harsh. Would this or a teraflex lift be a more plush and comfortable ride?
I am sorry to say but neither will be more plush and comfortable. Both are designed to not sag as much when carrying a heavy load and you just can't have your cake and eat it too. Mopar or even EVO coils will offer a much softer ride and if you carry a lot of gear, I would recommend that you install coil spacers to help make up the difference. Both of those coils are designed more for ride comfort.
No need for ajustable front and rear track bars with this kit? What about castor angles? Thanks
Not with a lift this small. You'll only get 1.8" of actual lift out of it.
Your videos are awesome. However I am currently considering a lift as I just got my first jeep. My biggest questions are do I need adjustable track bars front and back for a 2-2.5 lift. Also replacing all 8 control arms is out of my budget. Can I get by with just lower front CAs?
MOST lift kits will yield MORE than what is advertised. A lift like this will yield LESS. Long term testing showed us we only got 1.8" of total lift and that is well with in factory spec. Needless to say, no adjustable track bar is needed for it or anything else for that matter. IF you get a lift that gives you 2.5" of lift or more, a rear track bar relocation bracket will help there and an adjustable front will be nice to have to help recenter your front axle at ride height but not really necessary. And yes, you can get by with just adjustable front lowers to add in a bit more positive caster.
Great video as always! Finishing installing the front lift on my JLU Rubicon and need to move the sway bar a bit for the links, but it seems rigid. Do I need to use the front sway disco to be able to move the sway bar?
You should be able to muscle the sway bar around.
New to your channel. I enjoyed the video! Straight to the point!
Awesome - glad to hear it. I hope you subscribed :)
Have you got the notification on the track bar recall on the frame where it cracks I would double check it before you go off-roading
LOL!! I appreciate your concern but I already carefully checked all my welds when this issue first came up earlier in the year and they all look okay to me. There are only about a months worth of JL's that have been affected with this problem and while mine "might" be one of them, I haven't gotten a notice or as of yet.
That's good keep up the good off roading videos.
Thanks. Helpful. I’m planning on installing on the Gladiator and only wanting to run 35’s.
Same here. Sticking with 35s too.
Better than the Rancho kit in every way, or are there give and take of qualities between the two?
Ride quality of the Dynatrac is nicer and flex is better as well. Rancho will give you a bit more lift and it will also do a better job of holding up a lot of weight with less sag in the rear.
everyone seems to start up front. I know you said you had already switched them, so in your case it makes sense. But with the sway bar links needing switching, I'm assuming stock JLs will need to start in the rear?
They're just sway bar links and you can pretty much install them at anytime and with your Jeep on the ground. But, you can start on whatever end you prefer :)
@@wayalife following your lead and adding the 3/4 rough country spacer to my build, as I have the same winch and heavy front bumper. Just looking through their instructions, you didn't show this step in the video 😂 "Any vehicle equipped with any Rough Country product should have a “Warning to Driver” decal installed on the inside of the windshield or on the vehicle’s dash. The decal should act as a constant reminder for whoever is operating the vehi- cle of its unique handling characteristics."
@@matnelen1724 LOL - too funny :)
Great video Eddie and Cindy!
So glad you enjoyed the video :)
Any reason why you chose a Rough Country coil spacer out of all brands to go with?
Yeah, they were cheap and readily available on Amazon amzn.to/2ObbtOw
As a Prime member, I got them super fast as well.
Curious what size engine this has? I have a 2021 rubicon with the 2.0 liter but everything I look at says this lift will not work with the 2.0 liter. Love your videos.
This JL has a 3.6L but I see no reason why you couldn't install any lift on your 2.0L. I should also note that you should NOT run anything bigger than 35" tires with this lift. Over time and use, I found it to sag and only yield 1.8" of lift. Way too little for 37's.
@@wayalife do you still have the same lift on your rig or have you upgraded to something that handles your 37s?
@@troymathis4755 I replaced the lift a few times and mainly to test things out. I'm currently on coilovers and long arms - a BIG jump from what you see in this video.
Thank you I’m going to buy my first Jeep Wrangler soon. Rubicon or Sahara still debating since I commute on the highway a lot to work. Any advise? Because I heard the constant driving can be a rough ride but I don’t know if that’s just a rumor and not really true. I have yet to test drive either one.
I would say that you really need to test drive one as everyone has their own idea of what is rough or nice. That way, you'll know for sure.
Wayalife thank you for that
best and good channel ever .
Thank you! We're so glad to hear it :)
If you were not filming, how many hours would you say is fair for this exact work?
Thanks
I could probably do this lift in 3-4 hours by myself.
Hi! After adding lift kit and bigger tires, did you have to adjust speedometer? Do stock axles support the added weight or adjustments required? Also, did you need to upgrade your brake system?
Not for the lift but for the bigger tires. You can have your dealership do this or you can buy something like a Tazer JL. Axles are fine and so are the brakes.
You are a master! Where do you live and hopefully we could cross paths! We just got a Jeep Gladiator sport and I am building it to our needs... we have a camper and are adopting 2 young kids.. we only getting started lol
LOL - you're too kind. Congrats to you and we're up in Carson City NV.
I am a mason among other things... I drive tanker truck at the moment.. I built many Walmart’s and strip malls in Carson City
@@redneck6pack No kidding, very cool :)
With this suspension lift, would you suggest wheel spacers? Or not necessary, curious if you had any rubbing. Looking to do this on my jl sport!
A lift will not determine whether or not you need wheel spacers. The size of the tires you run will. Taller and especially wider tires like a 37x13.50 will require you run wheel spacers especially if you're planning on mounting them on factory wheels. That said, tires like that are way too big for this lift. Trust me, I tried it and over time, found the lift to only yield 1.8" of total lift and that lead to way too much rubbing when flexing on the trail.
@@wayalife thanks for explaining that! This is my first jeep, bought a 2022 jl and love it so far. I want to go 35in all terrain tires, not looking to do any crazy off roading quite yet! I ordered 2.0 fox shocks and 2.5 lift kit. Any recommendations? Think that would need spacers? Btw I love all your videos I’ve learned a lot so far and great information! Thank you for that!
Again, it depends on how wide the 35's are, whether or not you have wide axles and whether or not you'll be installing them on factory wheels. Depending on that, you may not need wheel spacers. Either way, I would hold off on getting spacers until after you install your lift. You may find that you have no rubbing at a full turn and at a full flex and if you do, get spacers then.
@@wayalife thank you very much for explaining and taking the time to reply! I will do that!
So it’s a 2” lift, what size tires do you run? Thanks for the video.
In this video, we were running 37's but after long term use, we found the lift settled down to just 1.8" of total lift. Far too little for 37's and so we changed it out.
@@wayalife did you go down to 35?
@TargetOz Negative. I installed a different lift.
Great video,is this kit good for a reg JL wrangler non Sahara non rubicon
Yup, sure is. :)
Never noticed you had a jeepster until now. Between a jeepster chassis and a jk chassis, which would you say is stronger.
Without question, a JK chassis is stronger. If you're thinking about building a Jeepster for wheeling, that's what I would work off of. Synergy did this and it's awesome.
@@wayalife I've seen there jeep and even photoshopped it the color that I want mine to be. The fact that roamr kept the stock frame.
So for some older folks with a few disabilities, does this ride much smoother off road than the Rancho you had. Enough difference to justify it being in todays current market twice the price???
Honestly, not in my opinion. Rancho coils are soft and a good old school hydro shock is always going to offer a smoother ride than a more modern monotube. Where there is a downside to hydro shocks is that they will fade when doing a lot of hard and fast driving across the desert.
@@wayalife thank you!!!
Do you know how long the stock rear swaybar links are? I just bought this lift and want to replace them with quick disconnects (up front, after the relocation, on my sport-s). Also, any recommendatuons for quick disconnects? Thanks!
If you bought this lift, the disconnects you'll want will be the same lengths as the factory rear links. I would recommend JKS disconnects.
Great video as usually...is it true when you use an extension you must add more than what the spec call for ? For example : 125 ft/lbs should be 135 ft/lbs instead ?
Maybe if you're using cheap tools. A quality one shouldn't make a difference.
@@wayalife
How about if you use the same hardware over and over again should you increase on torque spec due to stress ?
With most of the bolts and nuts, you shouldn't need to. There are some though that shouldn't be reused such as the pinion nut.
Extensions make no difference but wrenching with universal joint sockets do. If you are offset of 90 deg
On a JLUR, could you run 35s with this kit and not look like it slipped leg day? I'm about to lift mine with a 2-2.5 lift and would like to stick with 35s since it's mainly a daily on the streets with weekend warrior offroad from time to time
Honestly, 35's is all this kit is really good for.
@@wayalife thanks! I'm torn between this and the Mopar lift 🤔🤔
@@wayalife for my visual purposes, you're running 37s in this video correct?
@@TRD_Cueto Yes, but they were too big for the little amount of lift you get with this kit.
Looks good!! What’s you preferred tire? I’m looking to get new 37s. I had stt pros and nittos. I won’t really be wheeling much tbh but want a mud terrain, not sure if you had any recommendations for DD mud terrain thanks!
Honestly, based on what you're saying, I would go with the Nittos as they are a better daily driver. Or, I would also consider Toyo MTs as they are great as well.
Wayalife awesome! I ended up ordering some trail grapplers! Thanks for the response 🤙🏼
Got a rubicon express 2 inch lift the ride is pretty stuff and I feel every single bump, most of my driving is highway driving, how would you compare/rate the dynatrac lift for highway driving? I'm bummed I spent a lot of money on that lift when I feel like I should've gotten this one. Are you aware of any discounts or any hookups? Anything would be appreciated and looking forward to your feedback!!
I responded to you on the other video you posted on. I think you might be happier with what I recommended.
I have. Sahara Unlimited, when doing this work, how do you recommend making sure a shop does all the right procedures?
It's pretty straight forward for any shop that does lift kit installs.
Mine 2018 Sahara JL has a mopar lift kit and I put 35/12.50/20 but feels stiff feels bad do you have idea what is the problem?
Couple of things. If you're running more than 30 psi in your tires, that'll be a big part of what you're not liking. The other thing is the Fox shocks. They do great driving hard and fast across the desert but don't always feel to great for daily driving.
Thank you
Awesome video as usual! 👍🏻
Thank you :)
Awesome video!!!
Glad you enjoyed it
TY, I enjoy your instructional videos so much. Only thing is that you go a bit fast. I don't comprehend as fast as you go sometimes! Just sayin' not complaining.
Sorry about that. May I recommend that you pause the video or replay it as needed.
Excellent install!!,all home garage mechanics can use this video to learn how things are properly done!! all bolts torqued to spec. all work done in an organised manner and safely.
nice job! considering this lift for my jk.
Glad it helped
I have watched your great how to videos for a while now. The JL rubicon will be a daily driver and My drive to work is about 2 1/2 hrs. Will this lift kit be fine with 35’s? Will this lift look odd with 35s? I am thinking 37 tires will be to big plus having to re gear.
Actually, this lift is made more for 35's than 37's. With 37's, you actually have quite a bit of rubbing that you have to address.
Wayalife gotcha. Thanks a bunch. Keep up the great videos and hope to see you out on the trail 🤙🏾
Love the channel, the videos, the commentary, whole package. Do you have a comparison of the DynaTrac vs the Rancho kit. Both seem well made but the Fox Shocks I would think are better
Out of curiosity after testing do the kits go back to the manufacturer?
In terms of ride quality, Dynatrac is a nicer lift. The Fox 2.0's were made specifically tuned for the Dynatrac coils that were made specifically for them. Also, in terms of flex, Dynatrac does better as well if only because the shocks offer a greater amount of travel. Where Rancho has a leg up is in it's price - about half the cost. Also, if you're wanting a taller lift, the Rancho kit does yield more. Last but not least, the Rancho kit comes with progressive rate coils and they do a better job of holding up the weight of a lot of gear. The down side to this is that this limits stuff. Otherwise, the ride Rancho provides really isn't too bad.
Looks like a nice setup do you have cooper tires on your jeep if so how are they holding up and you make everything looks so easy and who ever is recording nice work Thanks for the video
Yup, running the Cooper Discoverer STT Pros and I love them. They do amazingly well off road, in the snow/ice and are wearing great. You can see a video we made about them here: th-cam.com/video/0LC_2vyfS4E/w-d-xo.html
As far as the filming goes, that would be my wife Cindy :)
So does the JL lean to the passenger side with the equal length coils? (I had to put a spacer on the front passenger side of my JKUR to get it level.)
Actually, it sits kind of level. The factory coils make it lean to the driver side.
@@wayalife interesting. On the '08 JKUR manual, the front passenger spring was longer, and when I did the OME 2.5" kit I had to install the spacer to avoid the lean. Ok - good to know for the future / waiting for the diesel JLUR...
Hey, another awesome install video (like I should or would expect less) but I do have a couple questions. If I recall correctly you removed the rancho lift, to install the Dynatrac lift, however, when you installed the Rancho, you pointed out that Rancho paid attention to Jeep and made the coils specific to each corner of the JL, it looks like Dynatrac just made the front L/R and the rear L/R the same length. You made an issue of the fact that each front and rear coil were different lengths. Please advise. Also, how did the the Dynatrac compare to the Rancho? Thanks again for another awesome video....OH.... Have you had any of the "vague" steering issues reported on the JLU especially the Rubicon?
First off, this whole "vague" steering thing that people are whining about on social media is just stupid. I'm sorry but clearly, they are people who's previous vehicle was some kind of car with IFS and modern rack and pinion steering or something like that. This is a Jeep with a solid front axle, steering gear, drag link and tie rod that turns left and right and everything feels just about right to me. Does it feel like a Honda or BMW? Not even close but then, I don't want to be driving either. Second, regarding the Dynatrac coils - if anything, I'm kinda glad that they are all the same length being that my JL always had a lean to the driver side even wehn it was bone stock. This continued to be the case with the Rancho coils and I don't see it anymore. Third, when it comes to ride quality, the Dynatrac kit has it hands down as it offers a smooth but solid ride. It really is a perfect kit for a daily driven JL riding on 35's and sees most of its time on pavement. It also flexes way better as well. If there is a downside to it, it'd be that it costs twice as much as the Rancho kit and it sits lower than it too. Of course, this might be a plus for some especially if you liked a low COG build. The Rancho kit does a better job of holding up a lot of weight but it doesn't stuff as well due to its progressive rate coils.