Figured since its kind of a unique setup (for now), it deserved its own thread.
Previously, I was running the RRO 2.5" spacer lift kit on my 2015 and 33s. Great setup, very very happy with it. Very capable and a great look. However, I was having issues with my OEM shocks. Nivomat load leveling shocks in rear were replaced once already, and the fronts were starting to give me some hell, creaking and such... so I upgraded to Bilstein 5100s all the way around. Ride height adjustable up front, and standard rears.
WOW.
Very impressed with the look, and the MUCH better ride quality both on and off road. The Front shocks I went with offer adjustments of
0.5", 0.75". 1.25", and 1.75"
I chose to set them at the minimum 0.5" and add them to my 2.5 spacer setup for a total of 3" front lift. Any more, and bad things will happen. Im happy with the end result, the CV angle is acceptable, and I feel that longevity will be just fine. Ill be the first to let you know if it doesnt, as this rig gets off road as much as possible.
For Jeeps with Nivomat load leveling shocks in rear, you do need to get the following parts from Jeep/Mopar to convert to a standard shock
Shock mount plate P/# 05181844AA
Shock Absorber shield / bellow P/# 68029592AC
Shock mount P/# 68029590AF
Bumper jounce P/# 68029591AC
Glad to answer any questions you may have. For now, heres a quick front view of the Jeep comin down the road and a couple pics.
Previously, I was running the RRO 2.5" spacer lift kit on my 2015 and 33s. Great setup, very very happy with it. Very capable and a great look. However, I was having issues with my OEM shocks. Nivomat load leveling shocks in rear were replaced once already, and the fronts were starting to give me some hell, creaking and such... so I upgraded to Bilstein 5100s all the way around. Ride height adjustable up front, and standard rears.
WOW.
Very impressed with the look, and the MUCH better ride quality both on and off road. The Front shocks I went with offer adjustments of
0.5", 0.75". 1.25", and 1.75"
I chose to set them at the minimum 0.5" and add them to my 2.5 spacer setup for a total of 3" front lift. Any more, and bad things will happen. Im happy with the end result, the CV angle is acceptable, and I feel that longevity will be just fine. Ill be the first to let you know if it doesnt, as this rig gets off road as much as possible.
For Jeeps with Nivomat load leveling shocks in rear, you do need to get the following parts from Jeep/Mopar to convert to a standard shock
Shock mount plate P/# 05181844AA
Shock Absorber shield / bellow P/# 68029592AC
Shock mount P/# 68029590AF
Bumper jounce P/# 68029591AC
Glad to answer any questions you may have. For now, heres a quick front view of the Jeep comin down the road and a couple pics.