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21 Jul 2019 14:47 - 21 Jul 2019 14:55 #211361 by Wailin
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I just treated my jimny to a new set of wheels and tyres. It was previously running on standard 15" alloys with BFG 235/75. I went with the black steel wheels from jimnybits with the -15 offset and they are rubbing now due to the more aggressive offset which I was getting away with on the previous alloys.

What'a the best solution? I'm thinking of a suspension lift, but not sure if it will need extended brake lines, steering mod etc. If i could get away with just the lift I'd do it myself. Wheel arch trimming doesn't appeal to me either. I don't have the tools or experience for it and afraid I'd make a complete mess of it.

Edit: It already has a 2" bodylift which is why I'm thinking extended brake lines and steering extension might be required.

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21 Jul 2019 16:36 - 21 Jul 2019 16:38 #211363 by Andy2640
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That looks really nice!! I love the blue, it seems to be a deeper blue than on the gen 4. Yes.... i really like that blue!

Sorry to jump in on your thread, but just wanted to say how killer your jimny looks.

Edit: yes, the wheels and tyres look awesome!
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21 Jul 2019 19:40 #211369 by Wailin
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Thanks Andy! It really does look great and the kids love it!

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22 Jul 2019 05:14 #211375 by Lambert
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As I see it you have a couple of options, factory wheels? Or more lift. Like you said more lift will have to include longer brake pipes because of the existing lift as a definite. It is also going mean that your wheels might look a little lost in the arches with 4 inches of lift. Hmm I would look long and hard at what is catching and how much would need clearancing.
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22 Jul 2019 07:23 #211376 by kirkynut
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Where's catching?

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22 Jul 2019 10:15 #211391 by Wailin
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Bottom of the wheel arch behind the front wheels. I reckon the rear might catch too with any off roading although I haven't had it off road since the new wheels went on.

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22 Jul 2019 10:19 #211392 by Wailin
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I could put the tyres back on the original alloys which wouldn't be that big of a deal. But I love the look of the black steel wheels! A suspension lift has been on my mind for awhile but getting the brake lines extended and steering extension is probably a bit out of my skill set! The actual spring and shock replacement wouldn't bother me.

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22 Jul 2019 14:46 #211399 by jackonlyjack
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It could be catching on this lip on inner arch cover
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22 Jul 2019 15:26 #211402 by Lambert
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If the steering is correct now with a body lift it won't need attention with a suspension lift of 50mm.
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22 Jul 2019 17:39 #211405 by Wailin
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So I will only have to extend brake lines? Will they 100% need to be done or is it possible I could get away with it? I'd even go with a 30mm lift if there's one available.

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22 Jul 2019 17:47 #211406 by Wailin
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No eBay APP ID and/or Cert ID defined in Kunena configurationI came across these Eibach springs which result in a 20-25mm lift at front and 15-20mm at rear.



Will I need to change shocks with these springs or could I get away with it?

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22 Jul 2019 18:13 #211408 by Lambert
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You will definitely need brake pipes as the existing body lift has used up the available slack in the factory ones. You could just use spring and damper spacers if you are struggling with a budget. But like everything else you get what you pay for. I have some quite Gucci suspension under mine because I feel that the investment is valid on a daily driver. It might not be on a weekend toy.
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