Christine’s JK – BDS Lift, Terra Grappler Tires, and AEV Wheels
Some upgrades to Christine’s JK to improve the Jeep’s performance on and off road. Lift, Tires, and Wheels.
Projects & Installs
BDS Rear Track Bar Bracket for JK Wrangler Install
After the installation of the TeraFlex 2.5″ Budget Boost lift the Jeep’s ride quality wasn’t quite the same as before. The Jeep suffered from a bit of bump steer but the problem area seemed to be more from the rear of the Jeep. One might think that a kit would come with a mount if …
Toyo Open Country M/T Tires
Fresh off the install of the TeraFlex 2.5″ Budget Boost Lift a new set of tires were needed to be fitted onto the jeepfan.com JK to finish the set up. After a visit to OK Auto and trying a Toyo 35″ we decided on a smaller size. See Will 35’s fit on my JK Wrangler …
Will 35’s fit on my JK Wrangler with stock rims?
Since I pretty much decided on a set of Toyo Open Country M/T tires for the jeepfan.com JK Wrangler, my big debate was size…33 or 35. I was really considering a set of 35’s until I tried them. The helpful staff at OK Auto 4WD & Tire were nice enough to mount a 35 on …
TeraFlex 2.5″ Budget Boost Lift Kit for Wrangler JK – Part 4
With the installation complete and all the parts checked take the Jeep for a test ride. Some before and after images.
TeraFlex 2.5″ Budget Boost Lift Kit for Wrangler JK – Part 3
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 …
TeraFlex 2.5″ Budget Boost Lift Kit for Wrangler JK – Part 2
As usual 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 …
TeraFlex 2.5″ Budget Boost Lift Kit for Wrangler JK Install
We decided on a budget lift for the jeepfan.com JK. The JK sees more street than trail for now and the stock ride is nice. The JK Unlimited Rubicon sits good but a little boost will make any Jeep look more stout. The lift of choice was a TeraFlex 2.5″ Budget Boost, this is a …
McGard Wheel Locks
Got a nice set of wheels on your Jeep? If you want to keep them yours you might install a set of McGard wheel locks.
Dana 30 and Dana 44 Front Axle Caster Adjustment – Spring Wedges
Installing Caster Adjusting Leaf Spring Wedges aka Shims. A common practice while installing a lift kit on a leaf spring equipped CJ is the installation of degree shims. These shims correct the caster angle by rotating the axle either clockwise or counter-clockwise. Installation is rather easy, these shims are placed between the axle mounting perch …