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HELP PLEASE!! Hey guys I am just in the middle of putting on my RC 4.5 inch lift on and I thought about the tires. I hear a lot of guys run 33 12.5s but what is the best for backspacing. I really dont want to do any trimming if I dont have to and need to know what is best for an 8 inch rim backspacing. Thank you
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31x10.5 on 3.75" backspacing if you don't want to rub or trim. Its going to look really funny though. Same backspacing on 33x12.5 and you should trim or you won't be using the full potential of your lift.
Also a properly set up steering doesn't need a damper, but if you do want one then yes you should replace it at that height.
Also a properly set up steering doesn't need a damper, but if you do want one then yes you should replace it at that height.
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Looking at lifts, and I am stuck between a few. Without having much experience, knowledge, or money, which one would be best for me?
I have a 1999 XJ, do some minor offroading when I have time, tow a boat during the summers, and plan to do more offroading over the next year.
Any and all advice is welcomed. PMs also welcomed for more direct conversations.
Rusty's Offroad (4.5" lift with Spring Packs)
http://www.rustysoffroad.com/jeep-su...-pack-kit.html
Rusty's Offroad (4.5" Combo with tires and wheels)
http://www.rustysoffroad.com/jeep-su...-pack-kit.html
Rough Country (With rear leaf packs)
http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_xj_4.html
Zone Offroad
http://zoneoffroad.com/product?ki=439&gr=-1
Trailmaster Suspension
http://www.trailmastersuspension.com...fMTM3745-40023
I have a 1999 XJ, do some minor offroading when I have time, tow a boat during the summers, and plan to do more offroading over the next year.
Any and all advice is welcomed. PMs also welcomed for more direct conversations.
Rusty's Offroad (4.5" lift with Spring Packs)
http://www.rustysoffroad.com/jeep-su...-pack-kit.html
Rusty's Offroad (4.5" Combo with tires and wheels)
http://www.rustysoffroad.com/jeep-su...-pack-kit.html
Rough Country (With rear leaf packs)
http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_xj_4.html
Zone Offroad
http://zoneoffroad.com/product?ki=439&gr=-1
Trailmaster Suspension
http://www.trailmastersuspension.com...fMTM3745-40023
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Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
Looking at lifts, and I am stuck between a few. Without having much experience, knowledge, or money, which one would be best for me?
I have a 1999 XJ, do some minor offroading when I have time, tow a boat during the summers, and plan to do more offroading over the next year.
Any and all advice is welcomed. PMs also welcomed for more direct conversations.
Rusty's Offroad (4.5" lift with Spring Packs)
http://www.rustysoffroad.com/jeep-su...-pack-kit.html
Rusty's Offroad (4.5" Combo with tires and wheels)
http://www.rustysoffroad.com/jeep-su...-pack-kit.html
Rough Country (With rear leaf packs)
http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_xj_4.html
Zone Offroad
http://zoneoffroad.com/product?ki=439&gr=-1
Trailmaster Suspension
http://www.trailmastersuspension.com...fMTM3745-40023
I have a 1999 XJ, do some minor offroading when I have time, tow a boat during the summers, and plan to do more offroading over the next year.
Any and all advice is welcomed. PMs also welcomed for more direct conversations.
Rusty's Offroad (4.5" lift with Spring Packs)
http://www.rustysoffroad.com/jeep-su...-pack-kit.html
Rusty's Offroad (4.5" Combo with tires and wheels)
http://www.rustysoffroad.com/jeep-su...-pack-kit.html
Rough Country (With rear leaf packs)
http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_xj_4.html
Zone Offroad
http://zoneoffroad.com/product?ki=439&gr=-1
Trailmaster Suspension
http://www.trailmastersuspension.com...fMTM3745-40023
Trailmaster well I would choose RC over that but I would never run RC !
RE, BDS, OME, RockKrawler, FST, Serious Offroad, Clayton, TNT, Currie all make great lifts
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I was thinking about adding a leaf 3 inch lift but wasnt sure on what to get Im not looking to spend much money wise and was thinking about either rustys or rough country ive seen people say on here that RC sags after a while but it seems easy to install yourself so I was wondering if anyone knows if rustys is all bolt on as well, as im not much of a mechanic. (end of very long sentence)
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I was thinking about adding a leaf 3 inch lift but wasnt sure on what to get Im not looking to spend much money wise and was thinking about either rustys or rough country ive seen people say on here that RC sags after a while but it seems easy to install yourself so I was wondering if anyone knows if rustys is all bolt on as well, as im not much of a mechanic. (end of very long sentence)
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Alright thanks, I would go for full leaf but I dont have much money, Im only running a budget boost right now im just looking for some more lift thats not going to kill my bank account but I figure Ill ride this one out then go full leaf down the road
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HELP PLEASE!! Hey guys I am just in the middle of putting on my RC 4.5 inch lift on and I thought about the tires. I hear a lot of guys run 33 12.5s but what is the best for backspacing. I really dont want to do any trimming if I dont have to and need to know what is best for an 8 inch rim backspacing. Thank you
Yes.
Save your money if youre just going to change it down the road. Just do it once and do it right. Nothing wrong with a budget boost either.
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Save your money if youre just going to change it down the road. Just do it once and do it right. Nothing wrong with a budget boost either.[/QUOTE]
Ok, how big do you think I should go, also long arm or short, thanks again
Ok, how big do you think I should go, also long arm or short, thanks again
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Short arm junkyard lift, just look around on the forums, I have 5" for $200. Read what Rocky road .com says about long arms.
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Got a link? Site goes nowhere for me. I have Rusty's long arms in my garage waiting to go on, but have considered switching to short arms for when I do my lift, for simplicity's sake.
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