Is a body lift bad for your Jeep?
A properly done body lift is no more dangerous than a suspension lift. It will give you clearance under your fenders for larger tires which will give you true clearance under your axles.
Do body lifts affect quality?
Since the suspension isn’t really touched, a body lift kit doesn’t affect the ride quality of your vehicle. Body lift kits will give your vehicle more clearance for off-road use, but it’s very time-consuming since the body has to be disconnected from the frame, lifted and bolted back down again.
Do lift kits affect steering?
A suspension lift is the go-to choice for any serious off-road driving. Something to keep in mind, is that stability and driving dynamics can be affected because your vehicle will now have a higher center of gravity and altered steering and suspension geometry.
Do lift kits wear out?
Lifting the truck is not going to wear parts much faster. it would be very minimal just adding more wind resistance by lifting the vehicle. Additional weight and size from tires and or rims will put more resistance on the vehicle. Depending on the setup may cause extra wear and tear.
Do you need new shocks for 3 inch lift?
Suspension lift kits that raise your truck higher than 3 inches will usually require a new shock absorber to take up the difference in distance between the top and bottom mounting points of the shock.
Does a lift kit affect your speedometer?
If you put bigger tires on after you install a lift kit on your truck, your speedometer will read slower than your actual speed. While many lifted truck owners report that simply driving a fewer MPH slower works fine for them, not knowing the actual speed you’re going could end with you getting more speeding tickets.
Do lift kits require maintenance?
Another important aspect to consider after a lift kit install is that a lift kit is considered an after-market addition to a car, so it is your responsibility to make sure it is maintained properly. Make sure that your lift system is part of your regular vehicle checkup when you take it in for maintenance checks.