Jeep Grand Cherokee (WK2) 3 INCH LIFT

The time has finally come to install the SIX MONKEYS 3" Lift and the BWOODY extended sway bar links on my Jeep Grand Cherokee!!! Follow along as I walk through the installation process. I am beyond excited and I hope you are too.
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[@illgazillion]

Door and clean. Love it.

[@danielchaffee5971]

She looks awesome!

[@xeongenesis_]

Protip for anyone that is doing the full 3" of spacer lift in the rear: take the extra time to pull the CV shafts. Broke one of mine when trying to push the control arm down far enough to reinstall the spring+spacer. The joint doesnt have very much range and will pull apart very easily if you get too steep of an angle on it.

[@teacoalbee]

100%. I broke a CV as well.

[@123456789roniele]

Man you knocked it down! It looks great, really nice work.

[@GrandExploration]

Thank you!!!

[@charlesrocco8664]

Looks fantastic. Cheers 🍻

[@6MonkeysOffroad]

Looks awesome man!

[@SnackPack913]

This was awesome man, very Informative and helpful! I don’t have a grand Cherokee yet but it’s on my list in the near future and I want to get it lifted for sure. Looks bad ass!

[@GrandExploration]

Thank you! Means alot. Glad I could help out

[@ownyourrecreation]

Looking good Mayne!!!

[@GrandExploration]

Thank you sir

[@4von4]

Looks dope... Good detailed video. Keep it up. 👍🏼

[@GrandExploration]

Thank you 🙏

[@broncobill3902]

Looks killer! 👍🏽👍🏽

[@GrandExploration]

Thanks!!!!🙏

[@ikhandothis9689]

Looks awesome!! Thanks a lot for your videos. I have a inch spacer on mine, now thanks to you, I have to UPgrade. Lol.

[@GrandExploration]

Your welcome and I’m sorry haha

[@Bill-ul1gl]

😮❤ I love that 3" lift. I have a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and I want my jeep to look like this. XL

[@yogi900]

Lookin dope af.

[@GrandExploration]

Thank you!

[@missayawk]

PERFECT!!! Should come like this from the factory.

[@GrandExploration]

Thank you!!!

[@mikekosar6135]

Great.. nice job 👍

[@GrandExploration]

Thank youb

[@thetouchtonsoffroad3574]

I will be installing a Protune Suspension 2.5 front and 1.5 rear it came with no instructions but looks similar to yours. So this video helps as far as instructions go. I think on your rear spacer is threaded for a bolt because you could take one of the spacers and put it on the bottom of the control arm and bolt it in place. Because mine is not adjustable and it still has a plates and bolts to go on the bottom and hold the spacer in place.

[@GrandExploration]

Yes I was told by Daniel at 6 monkeys that if I were to use all the spacers provided in the kit then I would want to use the bolt. But since I was just adding a couple then I didn’t need it.

[@Outdoors4adventure]

Nice. I just got out of a 2021 cherokee trailhawk with a 2 inch lift. Mapped a lot for onx offroad. I just traded the cherokee for a 2021 jeep grand cherokee trailhawk. I plan on upgrading tires to a 265 65 r18. Big enough for what I do. The air lift will help a lot. I did get a 100000 mile warranty. A hidden winch mount and the winch I already have will be after tires. My roof rack will transferr from the cherokee. I like the extra room for gear and extra towing ability the grand has. We tow a rockwood 1910esp popup . The cherokee worked fine but I always had to watch tongue weight. The grand I wont ever reach its limit. Been watching a while . Keep on getting Outdoors for adventures. 👍

[@GrandExploration]

Nice. Those trailhawks look great.

[@lorned.shieldssr.2684]

I have a 2023 Grand Cherokee Altitude and I would LOVE to have a lift on my Granny!!!!! 🔥💣💥

[@GrandExploration]

They are starting to make more and more aftermarket things for the WL. They look great on big tires and a lift

[@brettcurry7862]

Very nice ride! You gonna go with a tire bigger than a 33? I’m running 33x12.50 KM3’s on my WK2 with the RRO 2.5 inch lift, had to trim the finder but very pleased with the outcome.

[@GrandExploration]

Yes I think I’m going to do a 34 on a 17” wheel Soon as these wear down.

[@DorDor400]

Super curious how much of a difference youll feel with this, especially with the B-woodys. I was going to do those on my lifted wk2 as well - so I am excited to hear your review on the new set up. Looks awesome! Cheers

[@GrandExploration]

Thanks man. Already if feels a bit stiffer. I’m also curious to see the flex difference with the Bwoody. I suspect it will have even less flex but we will see. I’m planning to do a separate video dedicated to the links.

[@DorDor400]

@@GrandExplorationI’m sure for daily driving it will feel nicer for sure. But unless you disconnect those links we both know flex isn’t a thing in the wk2 vocabulary. Haha cheers look forward to the follow up vids!

[@GrandExploration]

@@DorDor400 yea I know. It’s been on my mind about even more flex loss. My goal is to strengthen the parts but we’ll see if it’s worth having these links.

[@teacoalbee]

The b woody are stiff. And I was afraid to disconnect my links for off road. Fearing that any excess articulation risked breaking a CV. As I broke one on the install. All in all…. rock-mode setting has compensated when forced into 2&3 wheeling. Certainly a bumpy bucking bronco compared to riding in a wrangler off road. But I’m happier the 98% when im on road.

[@Forzien]

Just curious, these are the extended links not the regular ones? My oem links have seen better days and was looking at getting these, glad your video came up, love the build man

[@GrandExploration]

Thanks man. Yes these are the extended links. I’m going to do a more in depth video on them. But they make them in the standard length too.

[@Forzien]

@@GrandExplorationPlease do, there isnt any good quality videos like yours out there on them.

[@GrandExploration]

@@Forzien you got it 👍🏽

[@refugiotorres5547]

It' wierd but as i said the sway bar links that are right now in used from hole to hole are five inches aprox centers..and we are in the need to force the stabilizer bar like two inches to catch up with the hole..I'll see that.. Thank you

[@GrandExploration]

In my opinion I think the Bwoodys would work for you with no issues.

[@kuluk6254]

Could you take measurements from ground to top fender on the front?

[@GrandExploration]

Front from ground to fender 36.2

[@Superrick240]

What size tires are you running? Love that fitment!

[@GrandExploration]

Thanks 275/70 R18 33”

[@harrybaulz666]

Suuuweeet🤓

[@refugiotorres5547]

Excuse me..we have lifted up our 2014 grand cherokee laredo... original sway bar links are from center holes around 5 inch...but it seems that we are needing around 8 inch.. We got a 2.5 n3 rough country struts kit.. Are those sway bar links proper to our truck? Can you tell the distance of yours from the center of hole to hole.. Thanks for advance

[@GrandExploration]

So the Bwoody extended links are only 1.5” over stock. I’m not sure why you would need an 8” link with only a 2.5” lift. Bwoody explains that if you do not have a verified 3” lift then do not use these. But…… just my opinion, I don’t know why they would sell a product with a 3” lift stipulation when technically your not suppose to lift these vehicles over 2.5”. You might want to see if you can get ahold of Bwoody and ask them for sure.

[@serigomora]

Hello, where did you buy the links for the stabilizer bar, since my Jeep raised it 2.5 but I can't find where to buy them, it is a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Wk2

[@GrandExploration]

The sway bar links I have are Bwoody links extended for the 3” lift. Go to Bwoody website

[@kristinicole91]

Help please! I have a 2020 GC and got a 2.5 lift and 33x12.5x22r. Now the place is saying my alignment is maxed out and I need an alignment kit. Did you run into alignment issues with any of your lifts?

[@GrandExploration]

No I never had any alignment issues. I run RRO Upper control arms that help with achieving spec alignment. You are running wider tires than me and bigger wheels. That sounds like a lot going on under there. I’m not an expert with this but I know Bwoody makes a whole alignment kit for your jeep.

[@psl127]

Looks awesome.. How much would a guy save by doing it yourself

[@GrandExploration]

Shop time being $250per hour about. I would say off the top of my head just over a grand if not more.

[@benpolishchuk209]

Hey Jon, question about your strut setup. I’ve noticed a lot of people are going the Bilstein route on their WK2’s, what made you decided to go with the Dobinsons instead?

[@GrandExploration]

Originally on my search for a lift kit I didn’t know a lot about suspension work and so I wanted to find a complete set that was specifically designed for my Jeep. I didn’t want to search around finding different components to piece together my lift kit. And Dobinson has a one stop shop. Pick your kit/ pick your springs and the ship them. And after that I saw they were highly rated and are more true to lift specs than a lot of other brands claim.

[@benpolishchuk209]

@@GrandExploration Gotcha, what about the ride quality compared to stock on asphalt roads say….going into turns? Also very curious when off road, how well do the dobinsons swallow up the water rippled bumps and/or gravel washboard trail roads comparatively to stock. Do they feel like a much softer ride or are they quite firm and the car stays very flat on turns. Appreciate you taking the time to answer these random questions haha I’m sure you have more important things you could be doing:)

[@LTUSATV]

Hi John, I run two 6 Monkeys 5/8" (=1.2") shims on each side on top my RC loaded struts (and JBA UCA's) and an RT Offroad spacer in the back w/RC longer shocks. I'm not a big RC fan but the shocks and struts are made by Monroe. I measure 22"f and 23"r. and still aligns to factory specs. Great looking Jeep, check out my Jeeps!

[@GrandExploration]

Nice. Yes from what I’ve read. 23” in the rear is max you should go on paper. You’re sitting perfect.

[@daniellaviolette1578]

Hey, Great looking unit. I’ve got a question. I have a 15’ wk2 diesel. I installed the 2.5 RC struts and springs. I guess the kit is only designed for V6 units, despite everyone fitting the same. Being that it’s a diesel, I supposedly do not have enough weight on the front to compress the springs properly leaving the front hub-fender at 560mm (22 inch) & the back at 520mm (20.75 inch). Now, I am left needing a rear spacer kit to correct the squatting. My question is, with each shim how much lift does it create? You mentioned you used two coil spacers, on the 6-monkey’s kit. I’m just trying to get an idea before trial and error in the garage. Thanks.

[@GrandExploration]

Hey man so… Daniel at 6 monkeys informed me that when lifting the rear is different than lifting the front. With the rear if you have a 1/2” spacer then you are getting 1/2” of lift where as if you are lifting the front you would essentially double the spacer size and that would be your lift. So. Long explanation short if you put a half inch spacer in the rear you should be getting half inch of lift. But your front measurement of 22” is a little concerning. That measurement is really pushing it with the cv angle. I know the limit is 23” but that doesn’t leave you much room for off camber situations. Might want to add a little weight to the front. Maybe a winch or bull bar ?

[@everettmurphree1445]

Hey I've been looking for a lift for my 2018 diesel. I know the one you installed isn't for the diesel but I was surprised to hear it was only a weight difference issue.. I thought the diesel weighed more than the V6. So far the only lift option I've found is OME and it's $1700 for dead level 2.5".. kinda spendy when everyone else can use spacers or lift shocks.

[@GrandExploration]

@@everettmurphree1445 so the dobinsons 2.5” lift that I’m running is the same one that Daniel with 6monkeys off-road is running and he has the diesel. But the dobinsons is more expensive than the OME. But if your not looking to spend on the full suspension you can do what I did and that is use the 6monkeys spacer kit. Since I already have a 2.5” lift I didn’t need all of his kit but you could use the whole kit and get the same lift especially if your stock suspension is still in good shape

[@everettmurphree1445]

thanks for the info!

[@GrandExploration]

@@everettmurphree1445 you bet

[@alexanderb4795]

Im thinking of leveling my Wk2 I just wish there was something bigger than a 2.5 inch level. And do I have to upgrade anything else when I lift it ?

[@GrandExploration]

@@alexanderb4795 you could do the 6 monkeys 3” spacer lift. If you’re only going 2.5” level then no you don’t need anything else. But it’s how you’re using it. If you’re beating it up on trails then you might want stronger components. With a 3” lift I would recommend ext swaybar links by bwoody at the minimum

[@alexanderb4795]

@@GrandExploration thank you bro I really appreciate the responses and are you running 0w 20 I know that’s what they recommend for my 3.6 v6 2018 but it looks like water.

[@GrandExploration]

@@alexanderb4795 I actually use 5w20 full synthetic

[@vehlijanta529]

Any idea/opinion how capable QT1 system is? I don’t see too many overlanding videos on QT1/ Laredo

[@GrandExploration]

If you watch my video “Into the storm” we have a 2012 QT1 with us. He didn’t have any problems keeping up, but you could definitely tell the difference. You just have to understand its limitations and adjust accordingly. You may have to rely on momentum a bit more than a QT1 or a QD2. You can still do a lot it just won’t always be as easy. Also depends on what you need it for you know? My opinion is QT1 is not as capable. It’s a known fact just like QT2 isn’t as capable as QD2. But depending on the driver you can take it a lot further than the haters will say. Facts

[@vehlijanta529]

Thanks for your reply. I’ve seen your storm video.. unfortunately that guy doesn’t have any of his overlanding videos. If he is your buddy, tell him there is audience out there to see QT1 videos

[@GrandExploration]

@@vehlijanta529 I’ll let him know. I think unfortunately I heard he had to switch up rides. He might be in something else now. But I’m going check in with him.

[@user-mv3rw9lt7t]

Is this with the factory air ride suspension?

[@GrandExploration]

You didn’t watch the video! Haha. No I don’t have air ride. I have a Dobinson IMs coil over suspension.

[@lorned.shieldssr.2684]

When you got the lift, do it affect your warranty

[@GrandExploration]

Ohh good question. I would assume so. But I’m not 100% sure. It does put more stress on components.

[@sbravia23]

You mentioned your dobisons adding a 2.5 inch lift and you added another 3 inch lift using 6 monkeys lift kit so your rides now 5.5 inches lifted in total?

[@GrandExploration]

No. The dobinson is a 2.5” lift. The 6monkeys lift is called the 3” lift because it comes with increments of half inch spacer that total 3” so if you have a stock suspension you can purchase this spacer kit and essentially use all of the spacers provided to achieve 3”. I myself already had a 2.5” lift so I did not need all of the spacers provided I only used what was necessary to achieve 3” total along with my dobinson lift.

[@sbravia23]

Ahh I see makes sense now looks awesome man keep up the great work.

[@GrandExploration]

@@sbravia23 thank you 🙏

[@SLINGING_MUD_SINCE1994]

Is that the biggest? They don’t have 5 inch or 6 ?

[@GrandExploration]

No unfortunately not. Unless I did a straight axle swap. I actually know a guy who is doing it.

[@Angstvormirr]

How does it drive? is it float on the road or what bro?

[@GrandExploration]

It drives pretty good. A bit stiff but to be expected. Definitely not as cushioned as stock

[@jeffreyinouye-wong8325]

Wow, I want to keep working on mine but just found out in need a new motor 💀

[@GrandExploration]

Ouch. 😓 yea I just went through that nightmare

[@buddyywilsonn]

Why do most 2.5 inch suspension lift say will not fit 5.7 hemi v8??

[@GrandExploration]

My guess is that most lifts don’t come with a heavier spring option to accommodate the 5.7 hemi springs. You can always just buy heavier springs. Dobinson lifts allow you to choose soft/medium/heavy.

[@buddyywilsonn]

​@GrandExploration thanks for the response. I love your videos. I Wish dobison lift was the same price as rough country 🤣 what do you think about 6 monkeys 3 inch body lift?

[@GrandExploration]

@@buddyywilsonn don’t we all. You def get what you pay for with suspension. So the 6monkeys lift is just a spacer lift for front and rear so it’s pretty simple. It will just make your ride a little stiffer that’s all. I’m using some of the 6 monkeys spacers now along with my dobinsons

[@adam.lachacz]

Do I understand that correctly it’s a 5.5 inch difference from stock?

[@GrandExploration]

Stock ride height hub to fender front is 19-1/8 Rear stock hub to fender is 20-3/4 With 3” lift we are right around 22” for both almost. It’s never exact.

[@GrandExploration]

So I think that would be 2.92 inches front and 2inches rear. Correct me if I’m wrong. Always been the dumb kid in math class

[@xeongenesis_]

Max height you can really go on WK2s is 3". Some folks have gone up to 4-6" running spacers on top of full suspension kits but the CV shafts break really easy at that much angle. A pavement princess might be able to get away with it for a while but I suspect going off road the second you drop a wheel into a deep rut you'll pull the CV joint apart.

[@GrandExploration]

@@xeongenesis_ there was a guy with a really nice wk2 in white who attempted a 4” lift. It didn’t work out too well.

[@sybergato]

My mechanic says with a 3" lift in my 2008 jeep Grand Cherokee i should replace the upper control arms with something designed for a lift. I cannot find anything that fits my vehicle though. Does anyone have any advice or guidance? Never lifted a vehicle. Thanks!

[@GrandExploration]

Check out rocky road outfitters

[@sybergato]

@@GrandExploration I didn't see anything for 08 grand Cherokee unfortunately.

[@GrandExploration]

@@sybergato jbaoffroad.com/jba-upper-a-arms-for-lifted-wk-xk.html

[@sybergato]

@@GrandExploration Your fucking awesome.

[@GrandExploration]

@@sybergato haha 😂

[@805gregg]

Or just get a Trailhawk and turn a knob

[@GrandExploration]

You should just buy me a trailhawk!!! Haha jk. But the trailhawk is air suspension. I personally prefer coil for what I do. And I believe the trailhawk only goes up about 2.5 inches.

[@xeongenesis_]

And then drop back down as soon as you 20mph lol. Most guys that do serious offroading on air suspension eventually end up taking it all out for coils.

[@GrandExploration]

@@xeongenesis_ this is true They are pretty though.

[@LawDawg717]

Horrible idea. When you raise the Trailhawk, you nearly max out the suspension. That's like walking on your toes.

[@SinnSlainte]

What's your clearance now?... 13"? Approach and departure? Looks so darn good! Those tires are slick!

[@RubytheTrailhawk]

Am I the only one confused as to how a 5/8” strut spacer in the front lifted it 3”

[@GrandExploration]

It doesn’t. In the video i specified that I already have the Dobinson lift on my vehicle. The shim set is how I achieved 3” of lift in conjunction with my already installed lift.

[@GrandExploration]

And how if you are someone that only has a stock suspension 6 monkeys supplies the whole kit to lift your stock suspension to 3”

[@RubytheTrailhawk]

@@GrandExplorationI just got to the end of the video and came back to edit my comment. My apologies, love the build man I just wish the air suspension had more lift options than the sensor links

[@GrandExploration]

@@RubytheTrailhawk no need to apologize man. I just need to be clearer haha. I try to explain as much as I can and I’m thinking of as many specifics as I can sometimes it slips my mind to do it earlier in the video. I’ve seen where they put a spacer on the new WL with air suspension. Also, Dobinson makes a version of their 2.5” lift that is an air suspension conversion to coil over!

[@RubytheTrailhawk]

@@GrandExplorationthanks for the info! I try to research new parts but I’ve never been very good at finding the more niche corners of the internet with the smaller companies