Another JOR Lift kit Installed

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pure_insanity

Discussion Starter · Oct 26, 2021 (Edited)

After seeing the JOR promo Pacifica I was pretty much dead set on getting their lift kit.

With the way timing worked out I ended up adopting Acv1081's kit, then I got 1" hub-centric spacers, Falken Wildpeak A/T 255/65/R-18 tires, and factory mud guards. I opted to take it to a local shop to do the work.

Overall i really like it. Ride quality, steering, lane sensing, etc. is no different than before. The 650lbs of battery in the floor really make it feel grounded and not top heavy.

Also fyi the FWD Pacifica sits 0.80" lower than the AWD, so my wheel gap above the tires isn't as dramatic.

Cost Breakdown:
Lift: $575
Tires/Mounting: $860
Spacers: $120
Labor/Alignment: $1050
Total: $2605

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2020BrightWhiteHybrid

· #2 · Oct 27, 2021

well I for one like the look. This will most likely be the same route I will take when my warranty runs out. Looks goods. Let us know how it performs.

pure_insanity

Discussion Starter · #3 · Oct 27, 2021

Some cool shots from the offroad shop...

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2020BrightWhiteHybrid

· #4 · Oct 27, 2021

Tire size?

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Beach1964

· #5 · Oct 27, 2021

Love the look, well done

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Kenbenezer

· #6 · Oct 27, 2021

I love what you did! How much is you speedometer off? Why did you use wheel spacers? (What brand? Link?) To help with tire rub? Or just for the van's pposture?

Looks perfect!

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pure_insanity

Discussion Starter · #7 · Oct 27, 2021

Kenbenezer said:
I love what you did! How much is you speedometer off? Why did you use wheel spacers? (What brand? Link?) To help with tire rub? Or just for the van's pposture?

Looks perfect!

Thanks!

Speedometer is 6% off (so I’m going faster than what it says)

Spacers are these:

www.titanwheelaccessories.com

1" (25mm) 5x5 Hubcentric Wheel Spacers for Jeep Grand Cherokee Wrangle

This Wheel Spacer Kit Comes with Everything Needed for a Full Installation! Specifications Vehicle Bolt Pattern: 5x5 Wheel Bolt Pattern: 5x5 Hub Bore: 71.5mm Thread Pitch: 1/2"x20 Thickness: Each Adapter Measures 1" inch Thick Vehicle Fitments THESE SPACERS WILL BOLT UP TO THE FOLLOWING V

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Theyre necessary for rubbing in the front and width clearance in the back.

Also the spacer studs were metric so I needed all new lugs.

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kriley9386

· #8 · Oct 28, 2021

Wow. If anything, I’d lower the Pacifica. I’m after a minivan that handles like a Lotus.
To each his own, dude.

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pure_insanity

Discussion Starter · #9 · Oct 29, 2021

kriley9386 said:
Wow. If anything, I’d lower the Pacifica. I’m after a minivan that handles like a Lotus.
To each his own, dude.

ehh - if i was still in my early 20s and lived on the west coast i would.

Now im back in the midwest and the stock height was borderline for a lot of stuff i do - ive already got one scrape on my front bumper.

I also do a round-the-country trip every year and like to camp off the beaten path, so this will be much better than what i had to put my old Odyssey through.

You may like these guys... 2021+ Chrysler Pacifica – tagged "Van Parts" – VANkulture (vkstore.co)

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kriley9386

· #10 · Oct 29, 2021

pure_insanity said:
ehh - if i was still in my early 20s and lived on the west coast i would.

Now im back in the midwest and the stock height was borderline for a lot of stuff i do - ive already got one scrape on my front bumper.

I also do a round-the-country trip every year and like to camp off the beaten path, so this will be much better than what i had to put my old Odyssey through.

You may like these guys... 2021+ Chrysler Pacifica – tagged "Van Parts" – VANkulture (vkstore.co)

Thanks, very interesting!

ThisSuckersElectrical

· #11 · Oct 29, 2021

pure_insanity said:
Speedometer is 6% off (so I’m going faster than what it says)

Yep, bigger tires have more surface area and turn slower than smaller tires.
Actual vehicle mileage is going to be screwed up too. It will show fewer OD miles than what it has actually traveled on the vehicle.

Matt-In-AZ

· #12 · Nov 12, 2021

How has the handling and cornering been affected? Does the minivan seem to be a little more topheavy? Maybe sway a little more? This is a modification we are looking at. Not all the roads here out west are smooth or even paved. Or even decently graveled. Heck, some aren't even indecently graveled.

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pure_insanity

Discussion Starter · #13 · Nov 12, 2021

Matt-In-AZ said:
How has the handling and cornering been affected? Does the minivan seem to be a little more topheavy? Maybe sway a little more? This is a modification we are looking at. Not all the roads here out west are smooth or even paved. Or even decently graveled. Heck, some aren't even indecently graveled.

No adverse changes with either, in fact with the wider tires and spacers it has a much more solid footing.

Steering is exactly the same and as far as being top heavy - the 650ish lbs of batteries in the floor makes that a moot point.

Ill say that im 110% satisfied with this mod. I like the ride height, i like the look, and really i think it feels more normal than the stock height.

I do need to figure out a better mud guard situation - because the tires poke out a bit and throw debris all over the side of the van. Once i can get some urethane sheet the body shop will help cut/mold something custom.

I see you have a 2019 - do be aware that this kit is only 2021 and up.

Bachment10

· #14 · Apr 18, 2022

pure_insanity said:
After seeing the JOR promo Pacifica I was pretty much dead set on lifting my van - and replicating their overall look (for the most part).

With the way timing workout I ended up adopting Acv1081's kit, then I got 1" hub-centric spacers, Falken Wildpeak A/T 255/65/R-18 tires, and factory mud guards.

I opted to take it to a local shop to do the work - which ended up being a smart choice. The shop (along with Journey Off Road) discovered that the sub-frame for the ICE is different for the Hybrid, so after a little tweaking we were good to go. Also the FWD Pacifica sits 0.80" lower than the AWD, so my wheel gap above the tires isn't as dramatic.

Overall i really like it - its hilarious and serious at the same time. Ride quality, steering, lane sensing, etc. is no different than before. The 650lbs of battery in the floor really make it feel grounded and not top heavy.

Under extreme conditions I get a tiny bet of rub on the pass side when I turn left (which ill investigate). In the future id like to get some 19" Rally Armor mud guards so I don't scratch up the doors with rocks and debris, but otherwise am happy with it as is. I de-badged the tail ate shortly after I got the van in April.

Cost Breakdown:
Lift: $575
Tires/Mounting: $860
Spacers: $120
Labor/Alignment: $1050
Total: $2605

And now to the pics!

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This is awesome you are the guy they were talking about at the shop as I am scheduled to do a lift on mine next week journey off-road figured out a workaround for my 2019 so I’m gonna try it out and hope it goes well but yours looks great and it gives me motivation

pure_insanity

Discussion Starter · #15 · Apr 18, 2022

Haha cool!

The kit has been great so far. I really like the feel (and look) of the added height.

I do get a bit more tire rub than I would have hoped for. Fortunately the tires aren't catching on anything, they're just hitting a part of the liner that has a bump out in it.

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Bachment10

· #16 · Apr 18, 2022 (Edited)

Yeah I definitely want to figure out what kind of tires to use I have 22 inch rims on mine.

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The Cool Van Crew

· #17 · Apr 22, 2022

pure_insanity said:
After seeing the JOR promo Pacifica I was pretty much dead set on lifting my van - and replicating their overall look (for the most part).

With the way timing workout I ended up adopting Acv1081's kit, then I got 1" hub-centric spacers, Falken Wildpeak A/T 255/65/R-18 tires, and factory mud guards.

I opted to take it to a local shop to do the work - which ended up being a smart choice. The shop (along with Journey Off Road) discovered that the sub-frame for the ICE is different for the Hybrid, so after a little tweaking we were good to go. Also the FWD Pacifica sits 0.80" lower than the AWD, so my wheel gap above the tires isn't as dramatic.

Overall i really like it - its hilarious and serious at the same time. Ride quality, steering, lane sensing, etc. is no different than before. The 650lbs of battery in the floor really make it feel grounded and not top heavy.

Under extreme conditions I get a tiny bet of rub on the pass side when I turn left (which ill investigate). In the future id like to get some 19" Rally Armor mud guards so I don't scratch up the doors with rocks and debris, but otherwise am happy with it as is. I de-badged the tail ate shortly after I got the van in April.

Cost Breakdown:
Lift: $575
Tires/Mounting: $860
Spacers: $120
Labor/Alignment: $1050
Total: $2605

And now to the pics!

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I am assuming a reduction in MPG/Electric range. Have you noticed a change?

pure_insanity

Discussion Starter · #18 · Apr 22, 2022

The Cool Van Crew said:
I am assuming a reduction in MPG/Electric range. Have you noticed a change?

Surprisingly there's been no reduction in overall range/economy

The Cool Van Crew

· #19 · Apr 22, 2022

That is great! Thanks!

Rambozo

· #20 · May 1, 2022

Bachment10 said:
This is awesome you are the guy they were talking about at the shop as I am scheduled to do a lift on mine next week journey off-road figured out a workaround for my 2019 so I’m gonna try it out and hope it goes well but yours looks great and it gives me motivation

Did you manage to get this done and do you have a hybrid or regular ICE? I'd love to get my 2019 Hybrid lifted. I think everything about the van is great except the clearance is way too low for what I want to use it for.

And to the OP - Nice work. I love it.

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