projects and installs

TeraFlex 2.5" Budget Boost Lift Kit Install on the
jeepfan.com JK Wrangler Unlimited

Project Index
Introduction
Installing the Front
Installing the Rear
Some playing around, images, and review

jeepfan.com JK equipped with the TeraFlex lift

As stated on the previous page before beginning any project make sure you have the tools and capability to safely perform the tasks.  Read all directions and follow safe garage habits, use jack stands and proper safety wear.  We followed the directions from TeraFlex, we also added some tips and steps along the way, they will be marked with a the word TIP.

After properly jacking up the Jeep remove the tires.  Remove the upper shock bolts.  TIP: Disconnect the sway bar at the axle bolt (see below) this will allow greater movement of the axle.  Be careful not to over stretch the brake and/or the anti-lock wiring.  TIP: The parking brake cables are supported on hooks attached to the bottom of the body, before lowering the axle pull the cables from the hook, this will allow the axle to lower further.  Also, pull the axle vent hose off the axle, it will probably pull itself off anyway.  Unbolt the brake line clip.  Lower the axle.

Unbolt the upper shock	Parking brake hooks
	Disconnecting the sway bar
Unbolt the rear brake line	Brake line loose

Remove the rear springs.  Install the spring isolator onto the coil spacer.  Place the spacer onto the top of the spring and reinstall.  TIP:  A coil spring compressor would make it easier here.  The rear springs were a lot tougher to install than the front.  We did it using a good pry bar, long screw driver, and a few blocks of wood.  Be careful and keep your fingers out of the way.  Install the upper shock adapter.

Spring removed	Isolator installed on the spacer	Ready for reinstallation
Spring and spacer installed	Upper shock mount	Shock reinstalled with adapter

Check everything, raise the axle, reattach the sway bar, and put the parking brake cables back on the hooks.  Install the brake line extensions.  Install the bump stop spacer.  Double check everything and reinstall the wheels.
 

Brake line extension

Bump stop spacer

Test drive the Jeep, TeraFlex recommends having the Jeep's alignment checked and re-torque the bolts after 300 miles.

Next, Some playing around, images, and review.

Official jeepfan.com 2007 JK Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
Black, Dual Top, Power Group, loaded.  The beginning of an all new long term buildup.  Ordered October 2006 and 3 days short of 4 months the Jeep is here.(status codes)  Also see the Additions, Modifications, Projects, and How-To's section on the new JK.