Thinking about the size of your Jeep’s lift can feel like a puzzle, right? 🛠️ We’ve got your back!
To find out the size of the lift on your Jeep, measure from the center of the axle to the bottom of the fender flare, then subtract the stock height.
Whether you’re a newbie or consider yourself a Jeep pro, knowing your lift size helps you understand your Jeep’s abilities—like conquering tough trails and making heads turn on the road. 💨
Has anyone ever given you directions that sounded like an ancient treasure map? Our journey to figure out the lift size on our Jeep isn’t so different.
Some folks love to overthink things, while we just prefer to grab a tape measure and get hands-on! If you’re more of a “let’s call the previous owner” kind of person, that’s cool too! Sometimes a quick chat can save you a lot of measuring.
Why is this important, you ask? Knowing the right lift size keeps us safer on the trails and ensures we’re not wandering in our decisions. It helps when adding extras like winches and beefy tires 🏁.
Ready to dig deeper into the mechanics? Let’s roll up those sleeves and get the tape measure ready!
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How To Tell What Size Lift Is On My Jeep
Let’s figure out the lift size on our Jeep.
We can measure the lift by understanding suspension components and checking any available documentation. These steps help determine how much lift has been added beyond the stock height.
Measuring The Lift
First, we’ll need a tape measure to check the current height.
Let’s measure from the center of the axle tube to the bottom of each fender flare. This checks both the front and back.
It’s crucial to note the stock ride height to find out how much it’s been lifted. 🛠️
For example, if our stock measurement was 18 inches and the current is 22 inches, that’s a 4-inch lift. This method works well for Jeeps with no prior modifications. Consulting Jeep enthusiasts online might also help ensure we know the accurate lift size.
Identifying Suspension Components
Identifying the suspension components can be like playing Sherlock Holmes with our Jeep.
Let’s take a look under the Jeep at the coil springs, track bars, and sway bar links.
Larger coil springs or adjustable control arms might indicate a suspension lift.
If we spot longer shackles or coil spring spacers, it could mean a lift kit was used to add height without changing the springs. Also, aftermarket shocks, like Fox shocks, often accompany larger lifts. Recognizing these parts helps us determine if we’re dealing with a 2-inch, 4-inch, or even a 6-inch lift. 🔍
Documentation And Records
Lastly, checking any records or documentation can work wonders.
If we bought our Jeep used, the dealer or previous owner might have records of the lift kit installation.
Sometimes, the Jeep forums or manuals describe the lift process for certain models.
It’s worth flipping through any paperwork we have or hunting for any labels on the suspension parts.
Also, asking a professional Jeep mechanic who regularly deals with lift kits can offer further insight. 📝
Using these steps, we can feel confident about understanding the lift size on our Jeep, making future maintenance and off-road adventures smooth and fun! 🚙
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