Rugged Ridge 2 in. Suspension Lift Kit w/ Shocks (97-02 Jeep Wrangler TJ)

May 28, 2017

Dropped my TJ.

I use my 02 TJ for everyday use and weekends on the beach in Cape Hatteras. I run BF 33/12.50s , perfect for dunes, good on the street. I had a 4" lift which was a little squirrelly on the interstate so I dropped it 2", std. pitman arm, kept the adjustable track arm, it now drives perfect. I don't rock crawl or mudding so this was the best solution for me. It's really nice to have a stable, solid driving Jeep again. Everything about the kit is great, super easy to install (with a lift), went together very quickly. Finished my 94 YJ a while ago and am working on my 2012 JK now. All parts come from Extreme Terrain, great prices, super product!!!

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March 11, 2016

Very nice product

I purchased this for my 200o TJ. I took my time installing, several nights after work. The ride is very good, seems positive and firm. I replaced a sagging 3" lift that was on the rig when I bought it. It cured several ride problems, including a shudder on acceleration in the rear that I had. I like the extended control arms. I ended up buying an adjustable track bar to center the front wheels. Will be buying a rear track bar soon. It's a good height for the 32" tires I installed

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October 17, 2014

Nice Kit Overall for a Small Lift

This kit came with almost everything needed to install a 2" lift. I purchased this kit to replace components that had 211,000 miles on them. Needless to say the springs were sagging and the shocks were well worn. This kit brought my TJ back to factory heights plus 2" and the Jeep sits level. All components are good quality. One problem to mention for someone else installing this kit is that the lower control arms that were included came in two different sizes but the boxes were labeled that all four control arms were for the front suspension. After a call to Extreme and a call to the manufacturer we found out the longer arms go on the front and shorter on the rear. Also the springs seem to be the same height from side to side and there was no guidance where to place which spring (unlike the Old Man Emu kits which have different sized springs in one kit). The kit took one long evening and two people to install but I did have a vehicle lift available to me. I would recommend adding longer sway bar links and an adjustable front track bar at the same time you install this kit. It really makes it easier to get back into alignment. I am running 31x10.50x15 tires with no issues or rubbing.

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January 24, 2014

Great Value for the Money

After shopping around quite a bit, the Rugged Ridge 2" lift was definitely the best value for the money. Worked excellent with 32" tires on 15" rims. Pros: Relatively easy installation with adequate instructions; Good looks and function; Quality of components is better than average - especially the included shock absorbers. Cons: Plan on adding an adjustable front track bar for best results; Extended rear stabilizer bar links were also a requirement for my application - would have liked to see those included with the kit. Overall rating: Good and I would recommend to others. Performance on Arizona mountain trails has been very good.

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August 22, 2013

Great medium hiegth lift

The install was moderately difficult. The lift was exactly what we expected. The handling quality was excellent from highway to trail.

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