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Extended Travel Accessory System (1.5”+ Rear Lift)
The complete TeraFlex JT: Extended Travel Accessory System includes every component required to maximize rear suspension travel on JT Gladiator models with 1.5”+ rear lift kits. This system allows for up to 16” of rear suspension travel while preventing damage to suspension components, shock absorbers, and fenders.
This complete system combines our standard Extended Travel Accessory Kit (# 4834100) with our Rear Upper Control Arm Extended Travel Axle Bracket Kit (# 1938225), Rear Forged ST Sway Bar Kit (# 1774700), 1.5” Driveshaft Lowering Kit (# 4801000), Rear Upper & Rear Lower Coil Spring Retainer Kit (# 4954000), and Rear Brake Line Anchor Kit (# 1101455).
Our standard Extended Travel Shock Accessory Kit includes 33” Rear Stainless-Steel Braided Brake Line Kit (# 4356100), 16” PVC Breather Hose, ABS Wire Extension Harnesses, and 2” Aluminum Parking Brake Cable Spacers.
INCLUDES
- 1938225 – JT: Extended-Travel Axle Bracket Kit – Rear Upper Control Arms (1”+ Rear Lift)
- 4801000 – JT: Forged ST Sway Bar Kit – Rear (1.5”+ Rear Lift)
- 4801000 – JT: 1.5” Driveshaft Lowering Kit– Rear
- 4954000 – JT: Coil Spring Retainer Kit – Rear Upper & Rear Lower
- 1101455 – Brake Line Anchor Kit – Rear
- 4834100 – JT: Extended-Travel Accessory Kit (33” Stainless Steel Braided Brake Line Kit – Rear (# 4356100); 16” PVC Breather Hose; ABS Wire Extension Harnesses; 2” Aluminum Parking Brake Cable Spacers)
- All necessary hardware
VEHICLE FITMENT INFO
- JT Gladiator (pickup) w/ 1.5”+ Rear Lift
SKU
- 4834000 – JT: Extended-Travel System (1.5”+ Rear Lift)
Extended-Travel Suspension Systems
Extended-Travel Suspension Systems include carefully selected extended-travel components to safely provide 16” of rear suspension travel.
This results in improved suspension geometry and relaxed control arm angles for superior ride quality and performance regardless of the terrain. These systems restore front and rear roll axis angles to minimize brake dive and acceleration squat. TeraFlex suspension systems provide reduced noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH).
3.5–4.5” Sport ST Extended-Travel Suspension Systems
These all-inclusive TeraFlex Sport ST (Street & Trail) Suspensions Systems deliver true street & trail (ST) performance and capability in a dependable and maintenance-free package.
Front Control Arm Sport Frame Brackets balance the front caster angle and pinion angle to improve front suspension geometry on vehicles with 2.5–4.5” lifts.
The Front and Rear Track Bar Axle Brackets improve steering response, center the axles to optimize vehicle roll center, and reduce body roll for unsurpassed handling.
Sport ST Suspension Systems can be installed on Friday, wheeled on Saturday, and driven to church on Sunday!
3.5” Sport ST3 Extended-Travel Suspension System – No Shocks
The 3.5” Sport ST3 Extended-Travel Suspension System’s Front Control Arm Sport Frame Brackets provide a smooth ride and competent handling, while the Rear Upper Control Arm Extended-Travel Axle Brackets, Rear Driveline Lowering Spacers, Rear Forged ST Sway Bar, and Extended-Travel Accessory Kit safely provide 16” of rear suspension travel. The Front and Rear Track Bar Axle Brackets correct axle position to provide a more positive steering feel.
SKU
- 2013000 – 3.5” Sport ST3 Extended-Travel Suspension System – No Shocks
4.5” Sport ST4 Extended-Travel Suspension System – No Shocks
The 4.5” Sport ST4 Extended-Travel Suspension System’s higher lift height allows for larger tires and a dominating stance while maintaining a comfortable and stable ride on both highway and trail. TeraFlex’s robust Front Control Arm Sport Frame Brackets provide steering geometry correction as well as positive braking control with a reduced nosedive. Carefully selected components allow Sport ST Extended-Travel Suspension Systems to safely provide 16” of rear suspension travel.
SKU
- 2014000 – 4.5” Sport ST4 Extended-Travel Suspension System – No Shocks
3.5” Alpine/IR Short Arm Extended-Travel Suspension Systems
Adjustable Alpine/IR Short Control Arms balance front caster angle and pinion angles as well as optimize rear pinion angles, anti-squat geometry, and tire position on vehicles with 0–4.5” lifts.
3.5” Alpine CT3 Short Arm Extended-Travel Suspension System – No Shocks
TeraFlex Alpine CT (Cross-Trail) Suspension Systems build on our Sport ST (Street & Trail) Suspension Systems.
A 3.5” suspension system opens up a new world of tire sizes and off-road possibilities. If you have that “do it all” attitude, the 3.5” Alpine CT3 Short Arm Extended-Travel Suspension System will make it happen. Our Alpine Short Control Arms, Front HD Forged Adjustable Track Bar, and Front and Rear Track Bar Axle Brackets combined with our extended-travel components provide maximum tunability and flawless performance for years to come.
The Front HD Forged Adjustable Track Bar and Front and Rear Track Bar Axle Brackets improve steering response, center the axle to optimize vehicle roll center, and reduce body roll for unsurpassed handling.
Alpine CT Suspension Systems are engineered for hardcore Jeeping without sacrificing weekday ride comfort!
SKU
- 2023000 – 3.5” Alpine CT3 Short Arm Extended-Travel Suspension System – No Shocks
3.5” Alpine RT3 Short Arm Extended-Travel Suspension System – No Shocks
TeraFlex Alpine RT (Rogue Trail) Suspension Systems build on our already capable Alpine CT (Cross-Trail) Suspension Systems. These systems include all our top-of-the-line components.
The 3.5” Alpine RT3 Short Arm Extended-Travel Suspension System’s Alpine IR Short Control Arms, HD Forged Adjustable Track Bars, and Track Bar Brackets set the benchmark for short arm suspensions for maximum adjustability making them the perfect mix of performance and comfort. Carefully selected components safely provide 16” of rear suspension travel.
Independent Rotation (IR) Bushings remove bushing bind during full suspension travel for less overall bushing load during articulation resulting in an unrestricted droop as well as a noticeable ride improvement whether on the highway or the trail.
Front and Rear HD Forged Adjustable Track Bars and Front and Rear Track Bar Axle Brackets improve steering response, center the axles to optimize vehicle roll center, and reduce body roll for unsurpassed handling.
Alpine RT Suspension Systems are for the Jeeper who wants it all!
SKU
- 2033000 – 3.5” Alpine RT3 Short Arm Extended-Travel Suspension System – No Shocks
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— Words by Jason Udy