Extending the frame : highway driving

[Ghillie_Ohio]

Not sure if i got an honest answer from rubitrux . How does extending body/frame affect how your JK handles on the highways / corners ? Wind ?

 

[Vinman]

Longer wheelbase generally means better ride and handling.

 

[puravida73]

Are you thinking about a TJ Brute or JK Brute? The frame extension, done by them or AEV, is something pros should do and the suspension that goes with it matters too.

I'd trust the team at Rubitrux and suggest you fly there to meet them in person, go to lunch w/ reggie, tour the shop, and then make a decision.

 

[Ghillie_Ohio]

Actually their a place near Cincinnati that does brute and rubitrux conversions . I believe this conversion aids in towing too ? Thanks guys .

 

[Ghillie_Ohio]

Curious as the best method of gradually installing brute kit ? Is their a build thread ? Looking for a breakdown of what most important when you first begin installing the kit .

 

[AEV]

I've had some time behind the wheel of a couple Brutes. I don't notice any change compared to an AEV JK350 when it comes to handling. After the frame is extended, it handles in a parking lot a lot like a pick-up but highway, turning, etc. is still similar to stock.

 

[puravida73]

TJ or JK?