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Old 02-07-2013, 06:40 PM
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Originally Posted by bhennessee1
The kit comes with 6 degree shims iirc. I use 4 degree shims. Just weld up a new perch, if you can't BFH the existing one back into shape and use new u bolts.
Alright, sounds good. Thanks!
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hmm I might just buy a kit with the main stuff then. Thanks for the help
If the deciding factor is instructions, then you should RE evaluate. The instructions are written to be used by a mechanic, not an owner. They are no help. It's just install control arms instal track bar install coil sprigs, no detail at all.
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I like the dirtbound extreme hoop kit. I'm gonna buy an l&l winch bumper and run a dirt bound hoop kit.
The hoop is what I love about the dirtbound bumper.
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I think I'll go with the L&L, so I have a little extra change for either an IRO trac bar or LCA's.
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The hoop is what I love about the dirtbound bumper.
Me too. The price tag is what I don't love about it.
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Me too. The price tag is what I don't love about it.
What do you think about Logans?
http://www.logansmetal4x4.com/jeep-c...nt-bumper.html

I think I like it better than the L&L.
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Originally Posted by theyammieguy
Looks exactly like l&l for 100 dollars more.
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Little narrower. It's a tough decision, I tell ya. Way too many to choose from. I may wait another couple of weeks and just spring for the dirtbound. I like everything about that damn bumper.
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Little narrower. It's a tough decision, I tell ya. Way too many to choose from. I may wait another couple of weeks and just spring for the dirtbound. I like everything about that damn bumper.
I wouldn't settle for l&l or Logan's if you really want the dirtbound. If rather have a stock bumper than one i had to settle for.
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Originally Posted by bhennessee1
I wouldn't settle for l&l or Logan's if you really want the dirtbound. If rather have a stock bumper than one i had to settle for.
Exactly. That's also why I'm not throwing shackles and spacers on to get another 1.5". I'm going to do it right.
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Originally Posted by bhennessee1
If the deciding factor is instructions, then you should RE evaluate. The instructions are written to be used by a mechanic, not an owner. They are no help. It's just install control arms instal track bar install coil sprigs, no detail at all.
How do people do it then with little to no experience? Magic and hopes and dreams?
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Originally Posted by Eagle564

How do people do it then with little to no experience? Magic and hopes and dreams?
Remove old put new in the same way
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Locked diffs on a DD? Just Front and DD, or just rear? Can both be done and still be DD?
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Locked diffs on a DD? Just Front and DD, or just rear? Can both be done and still be DD?
Selectable locker? No worries. Auto front locker? Only takes effect in 4WD. Auto rear locker? I hear it can be unpredictable in snow or heavy rain, but is manageable.

I plan to auto lock the front and put LSD in the rear of my DD.
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My name is Christian and I have a 98 cherokee haveing the problem with it starting in any gear pulled nss and found arm broke. Replaced the switch and i now have reverse light but jeep will still start in any gear. pulled the wiring harness for nss and jeep will still start in any gear. Checked the voltage on the harness coming from pcm and the white wire is constantly hot and I have no voltage on any other wires in any of the gear but the white stays hot. need help please!
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