Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

On my 5 I had 2.5" susp. and ran 32x 11.5 TSL/SXs which are about the same as a 33" bfg. Had plent of clearance, didn't rub at full flex and suspect that a 33" swamper would have not rubbed at full flex either. But then again every CJ is different. HTH. By the way, i was runnin Pro Comp springs up front and skyjacker soft ride in the rear. They are for sale if you need em.

 

Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

Exactly what they said. 2" suspension and 2" body

 

Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

I had a 2.5" suspension on my 74 and that was plenty to clear the 33's. No need to get the 2" body lift.

 

Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

I'm running approx 2.5" of spring lift, and I'm clearing my 33s fine. Of course, they are 33x9.50s and tuck in nicely.

 

Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

I had 2.5 susp and 1/2" shackle lift. on my 5 and it never rubbed my 33X12.5's. Body lifts are such a pain, there is so many mods you have to do, I needed one to fit my fiberglass tub over the tranny and I vowed I would never go through it again.

 

Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

I have an 83' CJ5 with 33X12.50 BFG MTs on 15X8 Eagle alloys they have 3 1/4 " backspacing.

2 1/2 " softride springs with 3/8 " lift shackles 1" daystar body lift. Stock bump stops.

I had to trim 1/2" of the back of rear fenders and turn out my bump stops to prevent rubbing. Now It is just right. But the steering radius is not that great. If I could do it again I would look for wheels with more backspacing.

 

Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

I say 6" alcan springs with spring over, 4" body lift and 3" lift shackles.
shouldnbt have any trouble rubbing...
or you could just toss on a 4" lift

 

Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

I use mine about like you...I have 2.5" OME, 1" body...no rub.

 

Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

chris, how much for the springs and what kinda shape are they in ??

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Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

Another way you could do it is with a 2" lift and TJ flares.

 

Re: How much lift for 33\'s on CJ5

The springs are all in great shape. I have front and rear Procomp 2.5" springs and a set of rear 2.5" Skyjacker springs. Make me an offer on what ya want. LapisTJ@msn.com