What is the best lift for your Jeep TJ??

My opinion on the best lift/tire setups for your specific Jeep needs. These are strictly my opinions on what work best for a Jeep TJ, but many different set-ups can be used.

[@wesbarcus3761]

As your jeep grows in height more improvements become the norm. Rock rails with steps help with entry, telescoping drive lines with cv joints to correct drive line issues. It's like playing chess, if you make one change one component, how will it effect something else. Improved exhaust and intake systems can help regain some hp. For newcomers I recommend you watch this video more than once, it's a good one to get you started. Don't be in a hurry, you have experience to gain, have fun, be safe and take lots of photos.

[@t.j.johnson1697]

Thanks for the honest answers. A lot of people think bigger is better no matter what.

[@parkerparker9092]

I have 31 inch tires on my stock TJ and they fit great. I do plan to lift it 4". Nice Jeep you got there.

[@jasontanner5656]

I'm sitting on 3 inch lift with 33s and running 373 gears with a 5 speed manual trans. Wish I could get it regeared. That's about 2 years out before I can do it. Thanks for the video and the info. Helps the average Joe out on deciding what to upgrade and what not to

[@jesuslinn2570]

I have a stock 2000 wrangler and now I'm thinking about treating myself in getting a lift kit. I don't know anything about lifts. I'm educating myself before I make my decision on how High I want to lift it and also be well informed before I talk to a sales tech, so I don't get taken advantage of. So this video was very informative and easy to understand. Thank you for the info.

[@bvssl]

You’re the best.. helped me to choose Best wishes from Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦👍🏼

[@stevewhitley3843]

Love the color. I have an 03 rubicon 4” lift on 33’s does real good off-road. Finally got a trailer to haul it on to keep excess miles off it. (It has 37,000 on it) I went with all curry lift for their adjustability. Great video

[@Firefuzz11]

I used to have an 01 TJ with a 4” lift and 33x12.5r15 Mickey Thompson Baja Claw MTZ tires. My Jeep was a 4.0 5 speed and had 4.88 gears. It was very solid on the highway at 70mph, and was fantastic off road. I had plenty of articulation with the 33” tires and the 4” lift.

[@juvirodriguez8483]

Good info forsure,i liked how you broke it down.

[@ccryder4881]

Thanks for the info!! Appreciate the honesty and your expertise👍

[@_everydayoffroad_]

Thanks for the feedback! 👍🏼

[@karstencorros6544]

in running the metal cloak game changer with fox 2.0 ifp's on 33 inch km3's and I love it!

[@streetstomper]

Great info man, I just picked up a 98 Jeep TJ and cant believe how much I am falling in love with it already. I did just post a video on my channel about it if your interested in having a look.

[@mtblantonjr]

I just bought a 2001 TJ on 35s with a 3” body lift! Drives good on the road other than some shifting issues that I’m trying to figure out (popping out of 3rd & 5th gear when I let off the gas).

[@cyrus6692]

Great video!

[@LouieSpagooey]

Thanks for the great info.

[@WilC379]

I'm running 3" Zone springs, Savvy short arms, 1.25" BL, highline fenders, JKR Axles, 4.88s, and 37s.

[@gorillahd9247]

Good video. I am running a 4" lift, 35's and bushwacker flat flares. Let me know if the steering improves on yours after adding the Currie setup.

[@JeepTJWheelin]

Update - Have a 2 - 2.5" lift w/ 32" BFG KO2's, the Currie CorrectLync tie rod and drag link. Old Man Emu coils, Fox performance series 2.0 shocks and a Monroe HD steering stabilizer w/ the Falcon higher mount bracket that allows for perfect parallel positioning. Also installed Freedom Off Road adjustable front lower control arms and JKS quick disconnects. The ride on and off road is great now! This '05 TJ Rocky Mtn has the 4.0 I6, 3.73's and the Dana 44. Some were recommending the PSC steering box. But I don't need it. This TJ with 32's is quick, the low end torque is outstanding on these. My TJ build is done with 32's. And I don't see a need for 33's anytime soon.

[@_everydayoffroad_]

Yeah going up to the 33x12.50 you would notice a difference in the ride quality both from the larger tire diameter and the added width. That being said, with the 4.0L and rear D44 your Jeep would handle 33's great. I have the adjustable upper arms and non-adjustable lowers, you are correct that you only need one of those to correct the caster. That is strange that you can't hold an alignment, I am not quite sure what is up with that assuming the Currie setup was installed correctly.

[@steveblankenship2413]

iam on 33s with 1.25 body lift 2 inch spring lift 3.73 3 speed automatic without overdrive, will go 80 + on highway, I let off @80mph , wish i would have went 4.11 gear but 3.73 is working good

[@JeepTJWheelin]

@Make it Happen Agree 👍

[@josh3908]

My 97 TJ had 27 inch tires on it as stock, I lifted 4 inches and went with 32 inch tires, mostly because everyone told me if I went 33 or bigger I'd need to get it re-geared and that's just too much money for me right now.

[@bajadan6441]

Thats true - puts alot of wear on the clutch

[@jeremy8715]

You can fit 37s on 4' suspension lift with 1.25'' body lift. Highline fenders helps at this point. Don't forget you bumpstops, even for the 33'' tires

[@_everydayoffroad_]

I’m not a fan of body lift, but yes the addition of body lift definitely helps run larger tires.

[@jsnb2011]

I always tell people that jeeps aren't made for speed when they give me their opinion. I got M T 35's on mine and I love it. Not sure what the lift is I bought it like it is and I'm 5-6 and it takes me a bit to get my short butt up in it lol. Thanks for the info.

[@aportilla007]

1999 TJ with 4" body lift - stock geometry - 33"x12.5" tires

[@kevinmckay4719]

I put 33s on my manual TJ and it actually goes much faster on the highway now. When my speedometer reads 50mph, I am actually traveling 65-70mph. You get more speed per rpms with bigger tires. Each rotation of the tires takes you further, so where I used to have a top speed of 100, I now have a top speed of about 130. I don't ever go that fast, but I can go 90mph much easier now with 33 inch tires because it takes less rpms to reach that speed.

[@TheJMan1K]

How was your acceleration?

[@hunterc1055]

I'm on 37s with a 3 inch lift but I went with high clearance genright aluminum fenders. Still stock gearing too and daily drive it 30 minutes to work and back which it actually rides pretty good for a jeep. Mine is a 2004 5 speed manual with the 4.0 and just drove it on a 4-hour trip last weekend. I will most definitely be changing gearing when I get new axles but the stock gearing and brakes are working fine for me at the moment.

[@_everydayoffroad_]

37’s on a 3” with high line fenders sounds like a cool set up. Can’t believe you are on 37’s with stock gearing, mine would be slow as hell.

[@hunterc1055]

@@_everydayoffroad_ Having a manual really helps, it definitely wouldn't be possible with an auto. It has the stock 3.73s though and it doesn't seem terrible to me honestly, I'm sure I'll notice a huge difference when I upgrade my axles and get the correct gearing though! I'm going to make a video over my jeep soon though after seeing videos like yours and a couple other content creators.

[@hunterc1055]

@@_everydayoffroad_ kzbin.info/www/bejne/nGTHhJyQm891Z9k Just made a video today of the 0-60 of it on 37s, feel free to check it out if you get the chance.

[@tripleseven8361]

With a 2” Old Man Emu, (OME) lift, I’ve been very happy with the look, ride and performance of my ‘06 TJ. Besides function, i.e. what you need from your vehicle, the decision about how you want your vehicle to look is very much a matter of personal preference… For me a 2” lift is combined with 255/75R17 BFG Mud Terrain tires, on American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) Pintler 17” rims with extended fender flares... The vehicle looks like stock, but bigger, beefier and more capable… And with the extended flares, the tires don’t extend beyond the edge of the flare, which is safer and mandatory in some countries… Again, it’s a matter of personal preference...

[@tripleseven8361]

With the 3.73 gearing, there’s been a slight loss of torque, though hardly noticeable… I do intend to change to a 4.1 at some point… The ride has been superb and for all intensive purposes feels like stock.

[@_everydayoffroad_]

Yes, personal preference and intended use is what it’s all about. I happen to not like big fender flares but other people love them. Just a matter of opinion

[@danbieger5886]

What is the diameter of your tires?

[@tripleseven8361]

I’m currently using…BF Goodrich 255/75R17 Tire, All-Terrain T/A KO2’s…(32”) I preferred the Mud Terrain version, but they were very noisy and cost more in fuel.

[@cooperlistul7599]

Thanks for this awesome video, it cleared the air on a bunch of stuff I've been hearing, I have one question and it's on wheel spacers, opinion on those, are they just a fad for pavement ponies or actually useful. I'm new to the whole off road scene and just wanted to know before I waste more money

[@markkiger5219]

Thanks for posting this it did help me to make my decision. I do have one question though if I go 3 inch lift and 33’s do I need to do anything to stabilize my steering? Thanks for the help.

[@_everydayoffroad_]

With 33's you would be fine without any additional steering gear, but I would probably recommend making sure your factory steering stabilizer is in good working order. That along with a good alignment after the lift installation will have you running just fine.

[@jeremy8715]

You can do a 2.5 suspension lift with 1.25" body lift and fit 35s.

[@angeliabeard5110]

I have a 97 Jeep Wrangler TJ with a 4 inch rock crawler left I’m needing to replace my control arms all the way around steering stabilizer rear track bar and good shocks what would you recommend do some off routing and drive it most of the year

[@ixxgxx]

2.5 ome, 1 inch body lift, on 31s.

[@Kayla-qw9ir]

i have a 97' tj with 33 inch tires, lifted 4 inches

[@Fu81Z]

I have a lj with a rooftop tent. On a 2.5 suspension lift. Everyone tells me to go to a 4inch lift w my 33s. I can’t figure out if a 3 inch would be better for the hwy drive and roof top tent or just go teraflex 3inch lift. Do you have a opinion? Will that one inch make a difference in handling ?

[@erikhendrickson8574]

Would you keep the 4.5 inch lift and just go to 33inch tires to or drop the loft to 3.5 as well?

[@erikhendrickson8574]

I have the 5.5 rubicon express long arm with trilink and 35inch toyo m/t. Steering is sloppy and I am trying to dial that in...recommendations?

[@erickschaefer5886]

What brakes do you recommend for an upgrade once you get bigger tires ?

[@rappidgamer142]

My daily is a 01 Sahara on 31x10.5 with 1 inch lift I’ve got it 87 on the highway it was alright. Does everything I need it to though I’m still in high school

[@bigiron8831]

Just found this channel 👍👍

[@_everydayoffroad_]

Glad you did! Thanks for watching 🤘🏼

[@terrysims2925]

Have 2000 TJ 5 years, came with 2" body. Just put rebuilt (had hard life before i bought it) motor, in process of the AX15 swap ILO nv3550 do to issues 20,000 miles after rebuild, rebuilt transfer case with cable shift kit and rebuild for dana 44 rear. I have read you dont want to go more than 1.5 body. If i left 2" body and went with a 2" lift may save a few $$ and fit 33's.... thoughts?

[@jeremy8715]

you should also upgrade your axle shafts. Its highly recommended to upgrade the brakes.

[@_everydayoffroad_]

The Dana 30 will be getting a locker and RCV shafts. The rear I’m not investing any cash into because it will eventually get swapped out for a D44

[@johnford3761]

How can I tell if my jeep has a lift done to it? I bought a 2001 TJ Sahara, the guy I bought it from didn’t have it long and didn’t do any mods. He doesn’t know what was done if anything by the previous owner. It has 31” tires and stock fenders.

[@Djshifflet]

If I do a 4 inch lift should I do 33 or 35 inch and tires? I’ve been going back and forth with the build I’ll be keeping the stock fenders. I currently have 31s on a stock height so the fenders are rubbed out a little already.

[@Djshifflet]

Forgot to mention I have an 04 tj with an automatic

[@_everydayoffroad_]

It depends on what you intend to use the Jeep for and also if you are wanting to re-gear. 4” with stock flares and 35’s would not allow you much articulation Offroad and would also need a re-gear to be decent on the highway especially with the automatic. So unless looks mean that much to you, id probably stick with 33’s if you plan to keep stock gears and fenders.

[@Djshifflet]

@@_everydayoffroad_ thanks! i am lifting it to make it more offroad capable but it is a daily and I'm on a tight budget so I might save the money in tires and not regearing for now.

[@eduardoorozco4460]

if you don’t mind, around how much do you think it would cost to regear a tj to 4.56 gears

[@_everydayoffroad_]

Just the G2 ring & pinion parts are about $300/axle. So roughly $600 for parts and install labor will most likely have you around $1000-$1200 total. Those prices are for G2 brand parts, others may vary slightly.

[@m2useinu]

I have 31x 10.5 on my stock 2002. No rubbing. I do not off road

[@AustinRyanBarrer]

hey, i’m looking at buying a 2003 TJ, it’s on a 4 inch lift, 35’s, and has been re geared to 4.88. It is an automatic. do you think this is a good purchase? please answer lol

[@_everydayoffroad_]

Assuming the Jeep has been properly taken care of, yes. That sounds like a good combination of lift, tires and gearing. The automatic will do fine with 4.88's, very common set up.

[@Ben-lo7cy]

If you’re a good driver you can tackle some serious trails with a 4” lift and 33’s

[@jeremy8715]

Mine came with 215x75r15 = 27'' tires.

[@Bassguy2024]

I have 32 11.50 but I want to go to 33 12.50. Will I lose a lot power between the two, should I just go for it? Dana 30 in front and 35 in rear. No clue what the gearing is or how to find out😂

[@jacobshields6942]

If you go with a 2.5 to 3inch lift do you need yo upgrade your steering stabilizer and track bar?

[@_everydayoffroad_]

I’d stick to a 2.5” and you should be fine. 3” and you start getting close to needing track bars, transfer case drop, etc.

[@gemmajames9695]

I have a 97 tj, 4 inch lift on 33s

[@jmarceth5]

Hi guys , if the jeep has already has 3lift kit , and I would like to put 2inch lift shock and springs can I do that ,? Or do I have to upgrade and whole new system

[@_everydayoffroad_]

What kind of lift is the 3”?

[@jmarceth5]

@@_everydayoffroad_ what you mean

[@parkerparker9092]

I want to keep my stock rims which are 16". With the 4" lift will it look okay?

[@_everydayoffroad_]

Yes, the stock wheels will look fine with a 4" lift as long as you go up a tire size or two. I almost went with a set of the 2006 factory Rubicon wheels for mine.

[@parkerparker9092]

@@_everydayoffroad_ I currently have Toyo Open Country AT3 275/65/16s. Will these work. Love your channel. Thanks for your response.

[@_everydayoffroad_]

@@parkerparker9092 265/65/16's are about the equivalent of a 30" tire which will look pretty small on a 4" lift. I would recommend waiting to lift the Jeep until you want to do tires as well, or either doing a smaller lift. I would recommend at least 33" tires or so with a 4" lift for the Jeep to look proportional. Thanks for the channel support!

[@parkerparker9092]

@@_everydayoffroad_ Thank you very much for the info. Thumbs up to you. Be safe.

[@gabrielnicolas824]

do you have a SYE on your jeep ?

[@_everydayoffroad_]

Yes I do.

[@markwyatt3088]

A well thought out explanation of lift options for TJs. I have some thoughts to add from a 31" tire 2" lift perspective: - The 2 door TJs have a stock steep rear driveshaft angle that gets worse with any lift. Even with mild lifts replacing the driveshaft with a Cardan joint CV shaft even if you're a daily highway driver will result in a smoother ride and less chance of your driveshaft prematurely failing. - a 2" spring puck lift will decrease articulation compression and will need bump stops to protect from bottoming out your springs and when at full spring extension may need extended brake line mounts if you're running discos on the front end. - Synthetic (Delrin/rubber) puck spring lifts routinely get bashed out when rough offroading, expect a 5-10k lifetime and inspect them regularly. - With a mild lift and 31" tires if you're running an Inline 6 80+mph highway speeds should not be a problem if you don't care about mileage. If it gets squirrelly you've got steering linkage problems and they're not gonna get fixed by a fancy stabilizer, more likely you've got bad joints, bad alignment, etc. Fix that stuff first and a stock stabilizer should do the job.

[@walwu001]

I got 3" lift and 33s with 4.56 gears DD and it runs geart. Now i'm in the middle of V8 swap with D60 rear and D44 front and i'm thinking 35s with 4.10 gears, what do you think?

[@walwu001]

Thanks for your input, I'm getting Metal Cloak overline fenders.

[@trentwolff7761]

37s you kiss those stock axles goodbye

[@_everydayoffroad_]

Ain't that the truth

[@tjlifts4068]

This is so weird I have a lift channel called tj lifts tj is my name initials

[@georgerouhani2048]

Do you have an Instagram?

[@ronaldledgerton878]

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