Frame height - how high is too high?

[Trango]

Hi everyone,

I am getting closer to a rolling chassis on my big project, and my frame height is at a somewhat disturbingly high 51".

With big lifty springs, 48" rubber, and a body lift to fit the airshift tranny, I knew it would be high going into the project, but this is REALLY high, and I'm a bit worried. This is the height at the top of the 3" spacer I am using for a body lift.

While everything is still relatively changeable, should I think about trying to, say, take apart the leafs or anything rash? Part of me thinks it will be fine, but the other part realizes that, even though I'm a pretty tall guy, the frame is still at sternum height.

Thoughts?

Best,
Bob

 

[gimpyrobb]

 

[Kohburn]

the only real concern to me would be your new roll center. a frame lift won't change that much but a suspension lift will.

 

[XanRa]

realy gimby?
lol

 

[Ridgerunner]

Hi everyone,

I am getting closer to a rolling chassis on my big project, and my frame height is at a somewhat disturbingly high 51".

With big lifty springs, 48" rubber, and a body lift to fit the airshift tranny, I knew it would be high going into the project, but this is REALLY high, and I'm a bit worried.

After reading your post, I put a tape measure on mine today. From the ground to the bottom of the bumper it's at 53". You'll be fine.

 

[Boatcarpenter]

Trango,
I did a quick search and found this. May want to check it out more.
Colorado Lift Laws | Vehicle Modification Rules
http://www.jeepgod.net/liftlaws.html
BC

 

[91W350]

Wow! That is a tough one!

"42-4-233 Alteration of suspension system. (1) No person shall operate a motor vehicle of a type required to be registered under the laws of this state upon a public highway with either the rear or front suspension system altered or changed from the manufacturer's original design."

There are thousands of nice hot rods in Colorado that have a lot of reverse engineering to do!

 

[rnd-motorsports]

Being its a bigger truck to start with I would think you will be fine! sound like we need some pics!!!!!!

 

[Trango]

Thanks much, Ridge and Boat. Reassuring to know that it at least it won't be outrageously high. Also, Boat, that law in Colorado is essentially obsolete - it's not enforced and is not really considered to be valid legislation. Come see the jeeps here and you'll understand.

Regarding pics - guys, I'd love to once the body is back on. It's still a pile of parts in my mind -- not really that cool yet. Give me a few more weeks and then I'll make some available.

Thanks for the encouragement and help, guys.

Best,
Bob