Guys,

I'm thinking of lifting my KJ on mt/r's but I don't want the ride quality to be harsh. Does the lift and tires totally null the cushy ride from the factory? I do a lot of long trips and don't want to be making something a pain to drive like my last truck.

My dos pesos:

I've gone through two sets of MTR's - the first were 265/75's. Then I had 245/75's. I noticed the weight loss between the two, but essentially they rode the same. The stiff sidewalls and large tread lugs equate to a somewhat noisy and vibration-filled ride (especially as they wear - MTR's will wear unevenly and go out of balance often).

I just switched to BFG AT KO's 245/75. I am so happy I did as far as 'cushiness' goes. Softer sidewalls and a tighter tread pattern totally smooth things out. I'm sure I've sacrificed a bit of off-road grip, but not that much in exchange for less tire noise and vibration.

Todd

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95 YJ 2.5" RE lift and 32's, Posi-Lock, 4.10's with a Tru-Trac up front, M8000 winch, CB, gear and what have you...
RIP: 02 KJ LE

I am so glad to hear some one else besides me say this
thank you

i appreciate the responses, gang. it looks like i might have to put any plans of upgrading/trading on hold for awhile (some unexpected financial concerns have blossomed in the last few days.... ). the Wrangler i have is a late 90's TJ with a hardtop. when i threw on 31" BFG AT's the gas mileage took a bit of a dump (but the ride sure got alot more stable). mechanically it is as sound as any vehicle i have ever owned (i.e. ZERO problems) but,..of course,..it IS a Wrangler much means noise and bumpiness and lack of space and assorted "short-wheel-base" thrills . the Liberty sure looks nice but i'm afraid i'm gonna have to survive with "the tub on wheels" for a bit longer. if things change i'll chime in with an update. cheers!

i used to have an 89 wrangler sahara with the 4.2L I6 and the AX-15 tranny. i miss that thing so much. but i do love my liberty and dont regret gettig it one bit. but i still want another YJ or even a 72 or so CJ to add to my jeep collection

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2002 Cactus Green Renegade~OME HD/Rancho
235-85-16 Firestone Destination MT's~Detroit Locker~AL's 4.5 Arms
ARB bumper/Superwinch 9k~PIAA 540 driving lights/PIAA reverse lights~Crane 8.25 diff cover

Gee whiz, it's not it either or !!! you need both. The wrangler is an offroad mules with the on road cool factor and it's a convertable. The lib is your everyday ride in comfort vehicle that can wheel. No drive is complete without one of each.

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06 jeep liberty 4x4 65th aniver edition

04 ranger xlt sc 4x4, 4.0 sohc, 5-speed, gibson dual sport, cai, udp, bama tune, BFG's, and tru-trac

07 redfire mustang GT, 4.6 3V, 5-speed