suspension lifts for WK2

[J33Pster]

Originally Posted by Hutch

That is correct, when I had mine fitted they have had some issues with 14 models with strut plate causing a vibration under hard acceleration so it recommend to leave it out, with the independent suspension u still have about 250mm of clearance on the front and about 270mm down the back. Mine also has jeep bash plates so that is a measurement to the plate.


Hutch-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Blackhawk..CRD feel the power.

Thanks again. That is quite good ground clearance. Mine is currently about 210-215mm in the front. Do you happen to have the measurement from wheel centre to wheel arch?


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[Hutch]

Ok from the middle of the wheel to the guard is 520, under the front bash plate I have 265mm, I am running 275/55/20 tyres which probably equals about 18mm I think, so maybe around 245mm with std tyres. Based on your measurements probably only 35mm lift which is all I was after. The main number for me is 265 under the bash plate, I didnt have that much in my lifted prado.


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[J33Pster]

Thanks. As the Murchison lift provide a greater lift than Dobinsons it might be the better option.

There's currently about 465-470mm between wheel centre and bottom of wheel arch in the front and about 505mm in the rear.


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[Wipass]

Hi J33Pster,
I have the Murchinson kit as well. Just like Hutch, no top plates, just the springs. At first, I had front shocks from Dobinsons... Clunk noise all over the place. After two sets of new shocks, I decided to go back to the stock ones... No noise at all!



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[Troutman]

Until Bilstein produce a shock for the WK2, I reckon the stock dampers are probably the best bet for most drivers. As far as stock suspension goes, I have been blown away by my bog stock 2015 Laredo...it is literally light years ahead of any 4x4 ive owned in terms of ride, handling and NVH control.

[J33Pster]

Thanks for the latest comments. I'm wondering whether I go with using the top plates initially as it's included in the kit. I could always have it removed later on. That way I could maximise lift but reduce the amount of lift later on if there's any issues. Out of interest Wipass - how much lift did you get front and rear without using the top plates?


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[Wipass]

Originally Posted by J33Pster

Thanks for the latest comments. I'm wondering whether I go with using the top plates initially as it's included in the kit. I could always have it removed later on. That way I could maximise lift but reduce the amount of lift later on if there's any issues. Out of interest Wipass - how much lift did you get front and rear without using the top plates?


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Rear: 60mm
Front: 70mm

I'm waiting for the Chief winch mount, so front will go down a little bit... I told Dave from Uneek and he ordered the kit that goes with the bullbar.

Pretty happy with the configuration!


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