Lifting your Jeep is an extremely popular mod. Whether you're doing it purely for looks, to fit new wheels, or enhance your Jeep or other off-roader's capability, a good lift kit can do wonders for all these aspects. However, fitting a lift kit isn't exactly an easy endeavor, and you may run into some snafus. For example, what are the best lift kits for Jeeps? We've got you covered, as we stock a wide range of lift kits and accessories, and our friendly experts can help you choose the right one.

Add to that, a lifted Jeep Wrangler or other off-road vehicle does look super cool, especially when paired with some aggressive wheels and tires, plus a set of sturdy off-road bumpers. You can really go to town with off-roader customization, and we're here to help you along the way.

Why Should You Lift Your Jeep?

Why should you lift your Jeep, really? Apart from the cool look and stance that it will give you, there are several practical reasons why a lifted Jeep makes sense, depending on your usage scenarios. Lifting your Jeep can bring several functional benefits, including:

• Increasing your overall ground clearance allows you to traverse obstacles easily when on the trails or gives added confidence if you live in an area with inclement and extreme weather conditions. While other vehicles may struggle in a flood, for example, your lifted Jeep may be able to sail smoothly through the waters and even rescue others. Note that if the flood waters are too deep, even a lifted Jeep won't help, but given that an average car can get stuck in as little as 12 inches of water, a lifted Jeep can handle double or even triple this with ease.
• Enhances your approach and departure angles, which is an excellent trait on the trails, as it means you have less chance of hitting your Jeep's front or rear bumpers against the terrain.
• If you're planning to fit larger wheels and meatier tires, you need to install a lift kit so that they won't rub against your wheel arches, suspension, and steering components.

Common Problems & Solutions For Jeep Lifts

Installing a lift kit is said to be an activity that can be done in your driveway with a buddy, and it really is if the two of you have some basic knowledge of mechanical components in a vehicle. Most brand-name lift kits come with clear and comprehensive installation instructions and accompanying videos. Of course, you can avail yourself of expert advice from us as well. However, there are some common problems that you may encounter. We've compiled a list of them.

Bolts are too tight or rusted on to remove

In this case, you will need to use penetrating lube and liberally soak them in it. For U-bolts, you can cut them off in the middle of the axle tube as you shouldn't re-use the old ones. You could also try an air impact wrench, albeit carefully.

Shackles won't fit over the new leaf spring and frame-mounted spring hangar bushings

For this problem, you need to use a lubricant such as liquid soap, as well as a hammer to coax them in. Use light to moderate force, and check after every hit. You may have to cut some of the bushings away if necessary.

Rattling noises when driving

This usually manifests after 500 to 1000 miles of driving. The directions with your lift kit will advise you to go back and check the tightness of everything after a similar mileage, which is what you should do. Also, check your control arm bushings, and even your wheel lug nuts.

The infamous ‘death wobble'

This may have been less apparent, but installing a lift kit likely amplified it due to the increased loads on suspension and steering components. Check the most likely suspects, including tie rod ends, ball joints, spring and control arm bushings, and hub bearings. It could even be an imbalanced tire and wheel combo.

Weird noises that you can't put your finger on

The best way to check if the noise is coming when your Jeep is stationary is to put it on blocks and fire up the engine. Sometimes, it could be something like a hose or pipe that's rubbing due to engine vibration or the fan shroud making contact with a component of the lift kit and transferring noise.

Road-speed variable vibrations

This is related to the angularity of your driveshaft after installing the lift kit. Jack up your lifted Jeep, put it in neutral, and see if you can turn the driveshaft without any binding. If binding is detected, you may need to install a transfer case drop-out or rotate the axle housing using angle shims or adjustable control arms.

If you're unsure of any of these potential problems and their fixes, it may be best to throw in the towel and take your Jeep to a competent workshop.

How Much Will Lifting Your Jeep Really Cost?

How much does it cost to lift a Jeep? A good quality lift kit from a renowned brand can cost around $1,500 or more. However, you may be able to snag discounts from time to time. If you're doing the installation yourself, you won't incur any labor costs, but if you're entrusting the job to a competent workshop, installing a complete lift kit can take between four to fifteen hours depending on the degree of lift, so you will have to account for that as well.

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