So, I'm trying to figure out what I want to do for the lift. There's always the option of an SAS. It would be rad, but for the stuff I do, an SAS isn't at all necessary. I'm building a reliable, long distance exploration rig, not a rock buggy.
I've been thinking about whether I want to go body lift, suspension lift, PML, and what combination of the above would work best.
Not even considering cost factors here, here's where my brain is at right now....
Body lift + 32's = profit.
I could do a 2" body lift, add a tiny bit of crank to the torsion bars, and call it a day. There are a couple of advantages to this, in my eyes. Would definitely allow room for 32's (MAYBE 33's with some trimming). Doesn't raise the COG much, and maintains suspension travel, since I'm not lifting by cranking the torsion bars. It's also cheaper than a suspension lift (doesn't require longer shocks, UCAs, or add any more wear on suspension components).
PML + 32's
I could go full PML + 32's. This would ultimately look the same from the outside, and would give me more static clearance. However, it would limit front suspension travel, since it involves cranking the torsion bars. It also adds a touch more wear on suspension and steering components.
3" Suspension lift + 32's
I could go full suspension lift. This is the most expensive route, as it requires new shocks, etc, and still could possibly wear parts faster as well.
Right now, based on the trips I've done in the rig so far, I'm leaning heavily towards doing just the body lift, and putting 32's on the rig. Suspension travel is pretty important for the places I've been going, and so far, I've not had an issue with clearance. This combo would give me room for larger tires (which means a little more clearance), and maintain that all important suspension travel and reliability I'm looking for.
If, in the future, I find that I need even more clearance, then it's suspension lift, and I've already done the body lift, so I can move to 33's.
What are your thoughts here? I'd really like some input from some of you folks.