Terraflex vs Zone

[dirtyWilly05]

Hey everybody! Looking at another suspension system for an 05 tj. Debating on terraflexs' 4" w 4 lower flex arms and terraflex shocks vs a zone 4" lift w nitro shocks. I'm VERY unsure of zone. How can a 4" suspension w shocks be under 600.00? Anyone run zone, or terraflex? What do u think? Thanks boys and girls! Happy wheelin!

 

[ralavoie_417]

600 bux? It's possible, what's the parts list? Maybe it's just coils and you use your stock arms, or coil spacers with arms. Just be sure to verify what comes with the kit.

 

[Utah_jeepster]

Well I have been running a 4 inch tera-flex kit since 2001, the 4 inch lift with lower control arms. And I have had no problems. I changed out the bushings several years ago and had since had to change out the springs due 8 years of abuse, but the ride is the best I have ever been in.

 

[TerryMason]

Are you talking about this kit:
4" TJ Suspension System

4" TJ Suspension System
Prepare yourself for the perfect combination of off road performance and on road handling. This 4" TJ system offers dramatic improvement in both ground clearance as well as wheel travel. The new massive lower control arms not only correct front alignment, but dramatically improve suspension control. These greasable arms can handle anything! This system comes with a transfer case drop as well as rear pinion cam locks that rotate the rear pinion for proper driveline angles. With 4" of lift, you can clear those 33's with room to twist as well as use your Jeep for a daily driver.

Features
Four new Zone coils are included that are capable of being fully smashed down and they will always come back to their original height.
Front and rear extended sway bar links are included. These links come with urethane bushings to increase performance and reduce body roll.
A rear track bar relocation system is included to perfectly center the axle under your TJ.
A minimal transfer case drop is supplied to correct the driveline angle while maintaining as much ground clearance as possible.
2" bump stop extensions are included to protect your vehicle while still greatly increasing wheel travel
Four new massive lower control arms are included. These greasable arms are made from 1-3/4" x 1/4" wall DOM tubing!
New rear pinion cam plates are included to rotate the rear pinion for proper drive line angles.
The system is completed with 4 new Zone shocks that are specifically valved for your TJ to perform well both on and off road.

I've had no experience with it myself, but it looks OK. You'll probably need to buy a front extended trackbar (it comes with a rear bracket). You may want swaybar disconnects as well.

 

[dirtyWilly05]

Are you talking about this kit:
4" TJ Suspension System

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I've had no experience with it myself, but it looks OK. You'll probably need to buy a front extended trackbar (it comes with a rear bracket). You may want swaybar disconnects as well.

Yes, this is the one. I have a bunch of front end parts. Discos and track bar. I appreciate everyones imput but I'm going with Terra due to there bushings and my cold cold winters.

 

[Utah_jeepster]

that is Tera-flex's long arm kit right?

 

[dirtyWilly05]

Nope, short arms. 4"

 

[Utah_jeepster]

This is where I would like to steer you into there long arm kit. Any lift over 3 the angle of the lower control arm transfer more road bumps and vibrations into the frame. keep upping the lift and the transfer increases exponentially.

My TJ is also my daily driver and my weekend warrior. The week I replaced my stock arms with long arms my daily ride into work went from stock rough to Cadillac smooth. IF you have a friend with a long arm set-up take a ride in his jeep then one with a short arm before you make your final decision. I have been told the lift makes or breaks the jeep.

 

[dirtyWilly05]

I appreciate the advice, long arms would be cool, and dbl my price for parts and install. I can always upgrade down the road. U did ask this if terraflex and supposedly it has to do with bushings. Ty

 

[dirtyWilly05]

I appreciate the advice, long arms would be cool, and dbl my price for parts and install. I can always upgrade down the road. I did ask this if terraflex and supposedly it has to do with bushings. The bushings from terra that attach to the frame are supposed to be the same material as factory.