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| Author: | dejesu [ Sun Aug 24, 2014 9:09 am ] |
| Post subject: | wheel spacers w/ no lift |
running 245 tires, stock wheels (2007 KJ) and stock rims... however i don't really like how tucked under the fenders the wheels are. is it safe to use wheel spacers on stock suspension? all i do is drive around town and highway driving, no 4x4. pics and spacer sizes can be helpful for future purchases  thanks! |
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| Author: | LKWJeeper [ Sun Aug 24, 2014 9:46 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
I wouldn't run spacers but If I did I wouldn't go with any other brand than Spidertrax. Also since they would be the only thing holding your tires on you need to use loctite and check each tire every few thousand miles to make sure the spacer didn't come loose. |
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| Author: | tommudd [ Sun Aug 24, 2014 11:17 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
Unlifted its going to rub with spacers. Moving the arc of travel out 1.25 inches changes everything |
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| Author: | dejesu [ Sun Jan 18, 2015 5:46 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
hmm any idea of what i could do to accomplish the wider stance without breaking the bank? thanks! |
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| Author: | tommudd [ Sun Jan 18, 2015 6:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
dejesu wrote: hmm any idea of what i could do to accomplish the wider stance without breaking the bank? thanks! First it depends on how much your suspension has already sagged ( measure from middle of the wheel to bottom of flare in front) |
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| Author: | dejesu [ Wed Jan 21, 2015 5:06 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
tommudd wrote: dejesu wrote: hmm any idea of what i could do to accomplish the wider stance without breaking the bank? thanks! First it depends on how much your suspension has already sagged ( measure from middle of the wheel to bottom of flare in front) 18" is what i have in the front |
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| Author: | tommudd [ Wed Jan 21, 2015 11:03 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
dejesu wrote: tommudd wrote: dejesu wrote: hmm any idea of what i could do to accomplish the wider stance without breaking the bank? thanks! First it depends on how much your suspension has already sagged ( measure from middle of the wheel to bottom of flare in front) 18" is what i have in the front Little over an inch below new stock height |
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| Author: | dejesu [ Sun Jan 25, 2015 10:48 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
tommudd wrote: Little over an inch below new stock height so what does that mean for me lol |
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| Author: | JeepMorrison [ Sun Jan 25, 2015 11:50 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
dejesu wrote: tommudd wrote: Little over an inch below new stock height so what does that mean for me lol Your springs are shot....time for new springs |
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| Author: | Gageraid [ Sun Jan 25, 2015 7:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
Stock suspension and 1.25 inch Spidertrax spacers.   
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| Author: | tommudd [ Sun Jan 25, 2015 9:07 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
Gageraid wrote: Stock suspension and 1.25 inch Spidertrax spacers. Sagged KJ -vs- newer KK big difference |
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| Author: | Gageraid [ Sun Jan 25, 2015 9:11 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
True, Tom. The KK had less than 40K at the time of the spacers. Maybe 45K at the time of the picture. |
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| Author: | dejesu [ Tue Jan 27, 2015 8:16 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
so even a .5" spacer will cause rubbing issues in my scenario? |
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| Author: | JeepMorrison [ Tue Jan 27, 2015 8:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
dejesu wrote: so even a .5" spacer will cause rubbing issues in my scenario? .5 spacers are even more dangerous than the 1.5" adapters (adapters have the lug nuts on them) |
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| Author: | SavageUrge [ Fri Feb 27, 2015 6:42 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: wheel spacers w/ no lift |
You'll be just fine with spacers as long as you install and maintain them properly! Spacers get a bad rap because people don't do this. Just about every single lifted JK Wrangler runs them without issue. It's necessary in order to install wider tires to prevent contact with the control arms. Spidertrax are very popular, yes, but any reputable brand will do. Take a look at Rugged Ridge or Extreme Terrain and you might be able to save a few dollars. However, you will need to address the spring sagging issue regardless if you install the spacers, but especially if you do! Rather than worry about fashion, at this point, I would worry about function. Your suspension plays a huge role in your safety as well as ride comfort! I hope this helps! |
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