[{"id":3338,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2020\/05\/22\/auto-leveling-at-new-heights\/","title":"Auto Leveling At New Heights","content":"Story by: Jake Headlee\r\n\r\nPhotos: Danny Ellender\r\n\r\nTo say that not all suspension lift systems are created equal is naive. The truth of it is simple, you pay for what you get. A good suspension manufacturer spends a lot of time, effort and money making a well balance kit that addresses all aspects involved, including ride quality, fit and finish as well as replacing or relocating all components affected. RAM 3500 trucks are extremely popular rigs to modify, though the optional Factory Air Assist throws some companies for a loop.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\nThat wasn\u2019t the case for Carli Suspension and their 3-3.5-inch Pintop System, specifically designed for the RAM\u2019s Auto Level Air Suspension. Rear air assist air bags aren\u2019t uncommon in the aftermarket world; it is the OEM world that doesn\u2019t utilize them as much.\r\n\r\n\"\" \"\"\r\nWhen building the kit, Carli Suspension had more than just air bag placement to be concerned about. The air bags adjust based on positioning of sensors tied to actuator arms. When the arms angle from a heavier load on the truck, the air bags automatically inflate, then deflate, as needed. These actuators need to be in the correct position to work properly and by default, lifting the back of the truck would change them.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe can of worms gets opened. To relocate the front radius arms for proper geometry, drop brackets need to be carefully designed. Doing so, however, causes interference with the Auto Level truck\u2019s air tank. Carli Suspension includes components to relocate the air tank. There is quite a lot that goes into a good kit and to get a good scoop, we got in touch with Dan Tourino, Sales Manager at Carli Suspension.\r\n\u201cWe\u2019re the only company that engineered the entire kit for the air-assist truck.\u201d Explained Dan. \u201cAll items needed to correct geometry and maintain FULL use of the truck\u2019s factory air assist system are included while the additional suspension travel and progressive rear leaf spring pair with custom shock tuning to offer a superior ride and huge boost in handling while minimizing driver fatigue.\u201d\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe southern California based company didn\u2019t stop there. They are a performance suspension company and build components that had handle the duress of off-road fun, heavy loads and general on-road driving. \u201cThe progressive leaf spring pack is not from our non-Auto Level system and adapted, it\u2019s designed to bear the entirety of the 6,500lb payload should an airbag fail.\u201d Dan explained further. \u201cWe provide brackets to lower the actuator links to ensure the bags are NOT over-inflated at the new ride height causing a harsh ride quality. The air tank is relocated to the factory spare tire area (on a Ram, there\u2019s no room for an oversized spare so this area is worthless on a lifted truck) to clear the radius arm drop brackets that correct the front pivot point\/alignment.\u201d\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe company spent plenty of time in the front end of the truck too. A reduced spring rate was carefully chosen for the front coil springs. To keep geometry correct, radius arm drop brackets were computer modeled based on CAD files from RAM and built from \u00bc-inch cold rolled steel plate and CNC formed for a precision bolt in assembly. These also correct the dreaded coil bow some common on the stock RAM heavy duty trucks. An Adjustable Track Bar is also included to push the straight-axle back into position at the new ride height.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\nNew front bump stop drop brackets are included as well a Cali Tuned King 2.5-inch Remote Reservoir Shocks at all four corners. The new combination of springs and shocks boasts a 50 percent improvement in straight up and down suspension travel over stock. A key point of the dually drivers out there, this kit is fully compatible with dual rear wheel trucks.\r\n\r\nAt the end of the day, the base kit from Carli Suspension blows most other kits out of the water. That doesn\u2019t include the additional options that can be added such as replacement fabricated Radius Arms, Torsion Front Sway Bar replacement, Low Mount Steering Stabilizer and more.","excerpt":"

Story by: Jake Headlee<\/p>\n

Photos: Danny Ellender<\/p>\n

To say that not all suspension lift systems are created equal is naive. …<\/p>","date":"May 22, 2020 23:34","categories":[{"id":25047769,"title":"FEATURES","slug":"features"},{"id":25048177,"title":"Tech","slug":"tech"}],"tags":[{"id":25048362,"title":"air assist","slug":"air-assist"},{"id":25047830,"title":"baja hq","slug":"baja-hq"},{"id":25048361,"title":"carli suspension","slug":"carli-suspension"},{"id":25048368,"title":"danny ellender","slug":"danny-ellender"},{"id":25048367,"title":"jake headlee","slug":"jake-headlee"},{"id":25048170,"title":"leveling kit","slug":"leveling-kit"},{"id":25048363,"title":"pintop system","slug":"pintop-system"},{"id":25048364,"title":"RAM","slug":"ram"},{"id":25048365,"title":"ram 3500","slug":"ram-3500"},{"id":25047793,"title":"suspension","slug":"suspension"},{"id":25048366,"title":"truck","slug":"truck"}]},{"id":721,"permalink":"https:\/\/dirtsportsworld.com\/2020\/02\/10\/installing-a-jeep-performance-parts-jl-wrangler-2-inch-lift\/","title":"Installing a Jeep Performance Parts JL Wrangler 2-inch Lift","content":"Automotive manufacturers have been supplying upgrades for their vehicles for nearly as long as the automobile has been around. When it comes to the Jeep Wrangler, all bets are off and anything is possible, including OEM approved suspension lifts. Jeep pays attention to their customers and the aftermarket world. They noticed many Wranglers were being taken from the dealer lots and sent directly to an aftermarket shop for upgrades.\r\n\r\nWhether it was just to get their hands on some of the extra business, or to make sure the suspension lifts worked properly, or a combination of both, Jeep jumped in with Jeep Performance Parts (JPP) to cover the range. JPP offers bumpers, snorkels, light bars and odd and end accessories. Most notable would be their lift kit options.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nJeep engineers took the time to evaluate the needs and wants of a new JL Wrangler buyer and developed a 2-inch lift kit paired with FOX shocks. The main targets were to allow for a larger tire size, increased articulation and tire-to-ground contact for improved off-road capability, all while keeping good on-road manners.\r\n\r\nJPP part number 77072395AD was specifically designed for the 2018-2020 4-Door Wrangler JLs with the 3.6L V6 engine. Other kits are available for the 2.0L 4-cylinder and the JT Gladiator. Each kit is loaded in a custom Jeep-branded wooden crate and comes with four new springs, front lower spring isolators, bump stop extensions, longer anti-sway bar links, new front lower control arms and four FOX shock absorbers.\r\n\r\nThe FOX shocks included in the kit are a collaborative effort between FOX and Jeep. The FOX brand used their extreme knowledge base to help Jeep get the right valving and lengths for optimal performance out of the 2.5-inch diameter, monotube aluminum bodied shocks. The increased body diameter and aluminum shell help the shocks stay cooler to extend performance life with less fade through use.\r\n\r\nThe kit is designed for complete electronic stability control compatibility. Additionally, it requires no driveshaft or brake line modifications and is a 100% bolt-on application. Just about any shop or experienced driveway mechanic can do the install. The Jeep does need to have a professional alignment done after the kit is installed. All modifications are done within range of the OE alignment specifications.\r\n\r\nWe caught up with the guys at OC Motorsports in Costa Mesa, California to follow along during an installation. From beginning to finish, the job went extremely smooth. Everything fit and bolted on just as it should.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe benefits of using a Jeep Performance Parts suspension lift on your JL Wrangler are simple. All the components went through an intense testing for performance, durability and longevity and are held to the same production standards that FCA USA uses on every part and vehicle they produce. Plus you get a really cool reusable Jeep crate.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nStock Wranglers have the classic Jeep feel but are usually lacking. The tires look disproportionate to the rest of the vehicle. Let\u2019s give it a boost!\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe first step is to remove the original shocks and anti-sway bar links. Not only do they get replaced, disconnecting them helps give the installer the space they need to remove the coils.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nAll Jeep Performance Parts lift kits come in a custom reusable wooden crate. Whether is for spare parts storage or a new end table, the Jeep crate is just plain cool.\r\n\r\n\"\" \"\"\r\n\r\nIt is always a good idea to lay out your parts before an install. Doing so allows you to get familiar with the parts and make sure nothing is missing.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nWith one end of the track bar unbolted, the axle assembly drops low enough for the old coils to be removed and the new taller coils to be installed.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nAll the parts in the JPP 2-inch JL Lift are a direct bolt on, including the FOX 2.5 monotube aluminum body shocks.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe kit includes new front lower control arms to keep the suspension alignment within spec. The arms are nearly identical, only about 3\/16-inch longer. The bushings are also different and appear to allow for more side flex for better articulating movement.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe front control arms bolt into the exact same locations as the original arms. All hardware needs to be properly tightened and torqued to specifications provided by Jeep.\r\n\r\n\"\" \"\"\r\n\r\nRear installation works the same as the front. Remove the original shocks and anti-sway bar links, remove the coils, unbolt one end of the track bar and reassemble with the new components.\r\n\r\n\"\"\r\n\r\nThe Jeep Performance Parts 2-inch JL lift is designed to allow for a 35-inch tar tire. For this vehicle, the customer chose 315\/70R17 BFGoodrich All Terrain T\/A KO2s wrapped around 17x8.5 Method Matte Black NV wheels.","excerpt":"

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