Jeep Lift Kit Installation | Professional Install with Alignment

What Goes Into a Jeep Lift Kit Installation

Installing a lift kit on a Jeep is one of the most common modifications we do at American Fusion Wheels, and it is one that needs to be done correctly. A lift changes your suspension geometry, your driveline angles, your steering feel, and your tire clearance all at once. When it is done right, your Jeep rides better than stock and is ready for whatever you throw at it. When it is done poorly, you end up with vibrations, uneven tire wear, and a Jeep that wanders on the highway.

Here is what is actually involved. At minimum, a lift kit replaces your factory coil springs with taller springs and installs new shocks matched to the new ride height. Beyond that, the job may include adjustable control arms (upper and lower) to correct your caster and pinion angles, an adjustable track bar to re-center the axle, extended brake lines to prevent damage at full droop, new bump stops sized for the additional travel, sway bar links or quick-disconnect links, and a driveshaft spacer or slip-yoke eliminator depending on lift height. After everything is installed, we perform a full 4-wheel alignment — which is included with every lift kit we install.

The type of lift kit matters as much as the height. Spacer lifts are the simplest — they use polyurethane or aluminum pucks between the factory spring and the frame to add 1 to 2.5 inches of height. They are affordable and quick to install, but they do not change your spring rate or improve suspension travel. For budget builds or daily drivers wanting a small bump in clearance, they work fine. Coil spring lifts are the most popular choice for Jeep owners. They replace the factory springs entirely with taller, purpose-built coils and include matched shocks. A quality 2.5-inch to 3.5-inch coil spring kit from Rough Country, Teraflex, or BDS is the sweet spot for most Wrangler and Gladiator owners — big enough to clear 35-inch tires, small enough to keep the ride comfortable on the highway.

Coilover conversions take it a step further. A coilover replaces the separate spring and shock with a single adjustable unit. Brands like Fox, King, and Icon offer coilovers that let you adjust ride height and damping — useful for overland rigs and performance builds where you want to fine-tune the ride. Long-arm kits are for serious 4x4 off-road builds at 4 to 6+ inches of lift. They replace the factory short control arms with longer arms that maintain better axle geometry at extreme heights. This means less binding, smoother articulation, and a better ride on and off the trail. BDS, Teraflex, Synergy, and Rock Krawler are the names to know in long-arm territory.

We install lift kits on every Jeep model and every trim level. Wrangler JL and JK — Sport, Sport S, Willys, Willys Sport, Sahara, Rubicon, Rubicon X, High Altitude, Moab, Rubicon 392, and the 4xe. TJ — Sport, Sahara, Rubicon, X, SE, and the Unlimited LJ. Gladiator JT — Sport, Willys, Rubicon, Mojave, Overland, and High Altitude. Each platform has its own suspension design, bolt patterns, and factory geometry. A JL Rubicon with electronic sway bar disconnect installs differently than a JK Sport with manual sway bar links. A Gladiator needs different driveshaft considerations than a two-door Wrangler. We account for all of that.

Tire size is the other half of the equation. A 2-inch lift typically fits 33-inch tires. A 2.5-inch to 3.5-inch lift is the go-to for 35-inch tires — the most popular combination we install. A 4-inch to 6-inch lift can clear 37-inch tires or larger, though you may need high-clearance fenders or fender trimming depending on wheel offset. We carry 85+ wheel brands and every major tire, so you can get the lift and the wheel-tire package done in one visit.

• Spacer lifts — 1 to 2.5 inches, budget-friendly, quick install
• Coil spring lifts — 2.5 to 3.5 inches, best balance of height and ride quality
• Coilover conversions — adjustable height and damping for dialed-in performance
• Long-arm kits — 4 to 6+ inches for serious off-road builds
• Brands: Rough Country, Teraflex, BDS, Fox, Bilstein, Icon, Skyjacker
• Height and tire combos: 2 inches = 33s, 2.5 to 3.5 inches = 35s, 4 to 6 inches = 37s+
• Alignment included with every lift kit installation
• All Jeep models and trims — Wrangler, Gladiator, Cherokee, Grand Cherokee

Our shop is located at 12310 W 62nd Ter, Shawnee, KS 66216 — right off I-435 and K-7. We serve Jeep owners from across the Kansas City metro. Call 913-291-2027 for a free quote or stop by to see what the right lift kit can do for your Jeep.