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09-30-2013, 09:59 AM
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Thanks for all the advise guys! I feel like im on the track to making a more informed decision. Would any one have a suggestion on a particular lift to go with? is budget lifting a bad idea even with only 2-3'' of lift?
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http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_xj_3.html
Forget them and go with this!
does anyone have any experience with this lift? It looks like just what I've been hoping for but with the price way lower than any other kit and comparable to the prices of a make shift auto parts store lift it has me wondering. Any insight would be great as a 2-3'' lift is my next project planned.
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Originally Posted by Black1993
http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_xj_3.html
Forget them and go with this!
does anyone have any experience with this lift? It looks like just what I've been hoping for but with the price way lower than any other kit and comparable to the prices of a make shift auto parts store lift it has me wondering. Any insight would be great as a 2-3'' lift is my next project planned.
Thanks,
Perrin
A/T as mentioned are a good all around tire but dont do well in sticky mud. If you dont have mud your fine. They also get the best MPG. The Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs are all really good. Good on the road and in the mud.
09-30-2013, 10:00 AM
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1.I suggest 4 degree shims. Jegs.com has free shipping.
2. Rubicon Express 3.5" coils have a rating of 241- 250 pounds per inch. This is 70 more than most springs. Intended to hold up to heavy bumpers and winches.Look at next post for spring rates.
3. Bump stops are a must! I prefer progressive bumps. Coil Spring Inserts upfront and these in the back, height adjusted to match the travel of the shocks. Amazon.com: Daystar KU09009BK 4-1/2" Tall x 4-1/2" Long x 2-1/2" Wide Single Stud Competition Style Bump Stop: Automotive
2. Rubicon Express 3.5" coils have a rating of 241- 250 pounds per inch. This is 70 more than most springs. Intended to hold up to heavy bumpers and winches.Look at next post for spring rates.
3. Bump stops are a must! I prefer progressive bumps. Coil Spring Inserts upfront and these in the back, height adjusted to match the travel of the shocks. Amazon.com: Daystar KU09009BK 4-1/2" Tall x 4-1/2" Long x 2-1/2" Wide Single Stud Competition Style Bump Stop: Automotive
09-30-2013, 06:32 PM
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rear leaf installation
Ok, so I have a 1999 Cherokee, auto, 8.25 rear axle... I am installing a 4.5' lift. The rear leaf needs to be flattened to reach the front and rear mount points. Instructions said do the front bolt then rear. I have about 3.5 to 4 inch gap.
I tried a method of using a 1/2 inch threaded steel rod inside a square tub with a bolt (as I saw recommended online), DO NOT USE THIS METHOD EVER! I was lucky, everything was looking good until I double checked and the rod had bent about four inches. By the time I was able to back it down it had bent about 6 inches (I kept a tire between me and the tube the entire time, but still scared the crap out of myself.)
So, I have only read a few other methods online... One uses a jack and a bottle jack, but I have an idea that might be safer... Just want everyone's opinion.
My thought is install the rear bolt of the leaf, then partially install the u bolts to the axle (on both sides, and not fully tightened), jack up the rear enough to put both wheels on (so that the axle doesn't shoot off the top of the floor jack and slam on me and the floor), then start jacking up the axle again until I can pry the front shackles into position?
Thoughts on this? OR a better way?
I tried a method of using a 1/2 inch threaded steel rod inside a square tub with a bolt (as I saw recommended online), DO NOT USE THIS METHOD EVER! I was lucky, everything was looking good until I double checked and the rod had bent about four inches. By the time I was able to back it down it had bent about 6 inches (I kept a tire between me and the tube the entire time, but still scared the crap out of myself.)
So, I have only read a few other methods online... One uses a jack and a bottle jack, but I have an idea that might be safer... Just want everyone's opinion.
My thought is install the rear bolt of the leaf, then partially install the u bolts to the axle (on both sides, and not fully tightened), jack up the rear enough to put both wheels on (so that the axle doesn't shoot off the top of the floor jack and slam on me and the floor), then start jacking up the axle again until I can pry the front shackles into position?
Thoughts on this? OR a better way?
09-30-2013, 06:42 PM
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Just curious, is it a Rough Country lift?
09-30-2013, 07:02 PM
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rear leaf installation
I may be a noob... but really not that big of a noob... Here is a pic. front bolt is installed. Should have added that I had a big smile on my face when I wrote that... it is a replacement shackle, here is what happened when I was removing the original... We had to have a discussion on it's exit strategy after three hours.
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09-30-2013, 07:40 PM
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09-30-2013, 11:02 PM
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Yeah that's RC for you, they know their leaf packs are too short: they try and sell you another of their products to "fix it". Whenever I do a lift I take the shackle out first, put it on the new leaf pack, and then get it in second. That's about as much advice I can give, good luck!
09-30-2013, 11:29 PM
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hey peeps its black demon again =s im currently working on the black striker and was wondering whats better for my 3in zone lift 30s or 31s im currently going to buy jegs baja 8s which are 15x7 with 3.75 bs for my rig on with falken rocky moutain ats tires currently im torn between 30x9.5 and 31x10.5 not sure which would look decent and still give me articulation im not going to do hardcore rock crawling or anything. if anyone has a 3in xj with 30s or 31s pictures would help alot.............
http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...d=#moreDetails
http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...yp=Truck%2FSUV
http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...d=#moreDetails
http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...yp=Truck%2FSUV
10-01-2013, 08:59 AM
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I may be a noob... but really not that big of a noob... Here is a pic. front bolt is installed. Should have added that I had a big smile on my face when I wrote that... it is a replacement shackle, here is what happened when I was removing the original... We had to have a discussion on it's exit strategy after three hours.
That way too short!! Ideally the shackle should be at a 45 degree angle forward from the leaf spring. This allows good movement up and down.
If Jerry is correct Id return the RC kit and get on that fits. Your jeep will ride crap with that setup.
10-01-2013, 12:49 PM
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hey peeps its black demon again =s im currently working on the black striker and was wondering whats better for my 3in zone lift 30s or 31s im currently going to buy jegs baja 8s which are 15x7 with 3.75 bs for my rig on with falken rocky moutain ats tires currently im torn between 30x9.5 and 31x10.5 not sure which would look decent and still give me articulation im not going to do hardcore rock crawling or anything. if anyone has a 3in xj with 30s or 31s pictures would help alot.............
http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...d=#moreDetails
http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...yp=Truck%2FSUV
http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS-Performan...d=#moreDetails
http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...yp=Truck%2FSUV
And search "jeep xj 3" lift 31s"
As for which tire I'd go with 31s they'll look good and should function great.
10-01-2013, 01:40 PM
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i have a 2001 Cherokee sport stock. and I wanted some advice on which lifts to go for and what tires or axles would be best to get. I want a 4.5 inch lift and that's it.
help is appreciated!!
help is appreciated!!
10-01-2013, 03:20 PM
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There's a lot you'll need with a 4.5" lift. What size tires are you going to run? What rear axle do you have? What kind of wheeling are you going to do?