2.5-Inch Lift Kit for 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4WD
- Fits 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4WD — SE, Sport, Sahara, X, Rubicon, Unlimited, Unlimited Rubicon, and 65th Anniversary Edition
- Does not fit four-cylinder models
- Coil springs tuned to the stock spring rate; bolt-on installation with no welding required
- Aftermarket wheels recommended — stock wheels with oversized tires can contact the lower control arm at full lock
- Shock choice available in nitrogen-charged N3 or M1 Monotube
- Downloadable installation guide available. Shipping weight: 48 lb
The Trail Fortress check
Will it fit your truck?
✓ Fits
✕ Does not fit
- Models with 4cyl engine
The use of stock wheels with larger than stock tires may cause the tire to come in contact with the lower control arm at full turn. Aftermarket wheels are recommended. Fitment on this page is based on the manufacturer’s application data.
About this part
2.5-Inch Lift Kit, fitment-checked
Rough Country 653 is a 2.5-inch lift kit for 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4WD models, including SE, Sport, Sahara, X, Rubicon, Unlimited, Unlimited Rubicon, and the 65th Anniversary Edition. It does not fit four-cylinder models. Aftermarket wheels are recommended, since stock wheels paired with oversized tires can let the tire touch the lower control arm at full steering lock.
This 2.5-inch lift kit for the 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler 4WD raises the Jeep on coil springs matched to the factory spring rate, opening up room for larger tires and adding ground clearance for rougher trails. Installation is bolt-on, with no welding or custom fabrication called for in the product data. Confirm your engine first: four-cylinder Wranglers are excluded. If you plan to run tires bigger than stock, plan on aftermarket wheels to keep the tire off the lower control arm at full turn. A downloadable Rough Country installation guide is available for this part.
Specifications
Specs
| Brand | Rough Country |
| Part number | 653 |
| UPC / GTIN | 00843030111779 |
| Lift height | 2.5 in |
| Shipping weight | 48 lb |
| Country of origin | US |
| Category | Suspension & Lift Kits › Lift Kits |
| Installation guide | Downloadable PDF |
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