Bout to install my lift kit and must say this is the best video I’ve even seen. You were very thorough in covering everything. I was nervous earlier but after watching this I’m sure I can do it with no problem. You got a new subscriber.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! This video by far is the best installation video on RU-vid. I did not need to refer to my Teraflex 2.5 inch lift instructions due to following instruction from watching this video. Great detail and instruction. My Jeep looks great! Thanks again!
Just installed this on my 2012 JKU, with 35 inch tires. I looked and the Teraflex instructions for a minute and turned to RU-vid. This video was awesome. The Jeep looks and drives great.
I used this vid to do my install.. however the brackets for the brakes are for the back according to teraflex.. otherwise great video. thank you sir for taking the time to do this video
You guys kick ass! I just finished my 2.5 TF coil lift on my JKU with the help of this video. Teraflex sent me no instructions with this kit but easily installed thanks to you guys.
That brake relocation bracket you installed on the front, isn't it supposed to be a drop bracket for the rear? The packaging mine came in said "rear brake line drop bracket". So I installed mine on the rear before I noticed that I could have used it in the front more than the rear, like you did. I'm leaving it on the rear and I guess I will order another bracket. Thanks again for the great video.
Awesome kit, just finished install. Very easy, basic tools needed and a few jack stands. Everything went in smoothly. Used a spring compressor on the RF spring. Thanks teraflex
At 20:16 the Teraflex extension bracket used for the front brake line is specified as for the rear brake line in the instructions. This would give a little more play in the back line.
Great video! Much more helpful than the instructions that came with the kit (which didn't include a word about the track bar bracket). One comment, though: you said to torque the u-bolt nuts to 85 ft-lbs? I tried, but the bolt started to bend behind the nut. I searched the TF site and found instructions for the bracket, which call for only 45 ft-lbs. Big difference!
Thank you for this video it really helped me out. The Terratec instructions and even their video on their web site is pretty bad. I especially liked the way you showed close up's of the parts you were installing (unlike Terratec). In case it helps anyone else I used a 2x4 as a lever to put the front bump stops in with one end resting on the opposite side of the axle. Also the front passenger spring as mentioned in the video is very difficult to get in. I did not disconnect the drive shaft. I lowered the axle until it hit the exhaust then I put a jack under the drivers side and jacked it up. In addition I used the bar from my trolley jack to bend the bump stop back at the same time as pulling as hard as I could upwards on the spring and eventually it went on. I used the 3 ton axle stands from Walmart to rest the car on. You will also need a 15mm, 18mm and 19mm wrench and an 18mm and 21mm socket and a torque wrench.
Thank you for posting this great video it has helped me decide on buying this lift kit as I'll be using your video step-by-step for installation.. so cheers
Great video! Way better than Teraflex's video. You had better explanations and video angles. I couldn't tell what Teraflex was working on most of the time. They said to unbolt the Tracbar and you didn't. I"m wondering if it is necessary or not.
I have ZERO mechanical knowledge or experience. After watching this very well explained video, I still wouldnt feel comfortable tackling this job myself. I have a couple questions. 1. How much would a 4x4 shop charge to install this kit on a 2012 Jeep JKU? 2. Someone on Craigslist is selling this exact lift kit "used" for 1/2 the price of a new kit. Would I be messing up buying a used kit? I'd appreciate any advice you can give.
Enjoyed watching your video, you actually had a great camera view on the parts, unlike other videos they show it from miles away. Is this the same set up for 3.5 lift
Once you completed the install and set the Jeep on the ground, which slot in the rear track bar bracket did you install the trackbar. I don't believe you specified... Thanks!
+worldmar1, To be honest this was done almost a year ago and we've done other things to this JK since then. Unfortunately, I cannot remember exactly where we set the track bar in the bracket. If I am not mistaken it should be the top slot in the bracket.
Great video, does the rear track bar bracket compensate for the axel shift? Also is a front adjustable track bar needed to move the axel back to center?
Really enjoy your video. Can I install 2" springs in front and put 1" spacers in the rear to level out my jk? Reason for just spacers in rear is to save $
I am almost ready to pull the trigger on this lift...Just need to wait until the new year. One question here... Will there need to be any driveshaft work done or spacers for the transfer case? With a 2.5 lift, I would imagine not, but just asking. :) Thanks! Great Vid.
Hellow Worldmac1! Great Question, there is no drive shaft work needed on the 2.5 kit. If you add long travel shocks this will increase your drop resulting in the need for spacers on 2012 and up. Hope this answers your question. Thank you!
@Havoc Offroad, do I need those bump stop extensions for the front and the bump stop blocks you put on the rear? I already have 1” pucks on the front but I was planning on removing them after installing my 2.5” lift.
good video I installed this same kit on my 2015 jeep Rubicon and have problems with it pulling to the right bought a track bar did not help went with a steering stablizer nothing next is adjustable lower controll arms don't look forward to buying this kit and saying that's all nope a lot more money has to get spent after 4 alignments I learn to deal with it kit sounds great but from some one who had it done I would of went with rough country instead hope this helped
Really excellent video! Convinced me to get the kit and install myself. Just want to make sure that I'm getting the right kit for my 2015 JKU sahara. Is it the Teraflex 1251000?
What was the caster and pinion angles after the lift? What is your suggestion to get back to 4* caster minimum with this lift? Geometry brackets or lower control arms?
We did not check the caster post lift. Geometry brackets will yield the best on road driving characteristics, take the "guess work" out of adjusting control arms, but hang down and can be a issue in extreme off road situations. And you still retain the factory weak box control arms. Driving characteristics matter. 90% on road 10% off road = geometry brackets. 50% on road 50% off road HD adjustable lower control arms.
Need a hint on one part. I'm half way though the installation. Working with a couple of jacks and stands and I have installed the trackball back with the vehicle in the air. Noticed later that the rear axle isn't centered under the chassis. How do I correct this? I needed to push the axle myself in the direction it is now off centered in order to align the bolt holes. Would loosening the track bar bolts allow to chassis to center over the axle?
Odd how I have not run into this. Apparently the axle shift is expected with a lift? Not sure why the track bar relocation bracket doesn't correct this problem. Is it because it is not really seen as a "problem"? Now looking to have to get an adjustable track bar. Front too then? What else will be needed to be sure the geometry doesn't suffer?
The 2.5 kit does not need the adjustable track bar. All link set ups that rely on a track/pan hard bar for axle centering perform this way. The axles at full drop will swing to the frame side connection of the track bar. When you set your jeep back on the ground all should look and perform great.
+Robert Toborek just installed this and bought a new adjustable track bar for the front.. now I noticed my rear isn't centered.. what did you end up doing
Hey dudes! Amazing video. I bit the bullet and ordered my kit and your video is really detailed. Did you guys have to take the control arms off? Or is it fine to leave em on. Thanks!
Havoc Offroad thanks guys for the fast response! I just installed the rear today and the front is next for tomorrow! But I had a quick question. Since it's such a small lift for a jeep it doesn't require any new control arms, drive shaft etc. but as for what's required afterwords? Did you have to do a lot of changes to alignment? I imagine the steering wheel will have to be straightened but as for the toe in and stuff? I'm running my stock 17 rims with my stock Goodyear Wrangler SR A tires. No one really comments on what's required after the lift. Thank you!
We actually have a local shop do our alignments. This is because of the oversized tires and everything we aren't set up to do alignments. You will be off some with this setup but you should be able to just take it locally to have an alignment shop straighten everything out for you.
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stock shocks are not long enough, you would need to purchase shock extensions. the ride will not be as good as if you purchase new correct length shocks. Here are a budget option, www.extremeterrain.com/teraflex-shock-absorber-2-3-tj-1543223.html?XT%20Handling%20-%20Shocks%7CTeraflex&T5_Var3=yellow&T5_Var4=J15537&intl=0&XTW+Wrangler+No+Vehicle+High&T5_Var1=XT+Handling+-+Shocks&gclid=CKjFqevcv9oCFeePxQIdrxoN4g&gclsrc=ds
+Joshua K, This was taken quite awhile ago and this JK has been changed a few times. I don't recall there being an exhaust pipe spacer being installed.
If you plan on using your Jeep for consistent off-road use with the stock drive shaft or you plan on lifting it higher than 2.5" then we recommend the exhaust spacer. If you use your Jeep for mostly street use you will be fine without the exhaust spacer.
Todd, Unfortunately we did this video for a customer's vehicle. I did not get the specs on the wheels and tires as we were focused on getting this suspension installed.