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I've been looking at something like this http://www.quadratec.com/products/76090_800.htm because it looks like it is everything and not just spacers. Since I have to redo the suspension anyways I figured a little bit of lift never hurt anyone. I have about a year and a half to get everything in order and fixed up, so plenty of time for things to go wrong and then get fixed. Thanks for replying!
OME (Old Man Emu) is great stuff. I have there coils and leaf springs myself. But check with Quadratec on what leaf springs you'll actually get. CS033RB give 3.5" and CS033RA give 4.5". BUT, you can remove the middle leaf for both and get 2.5" or 3.5" and a slightly softer ride. So you'll want CS033RB's remove the middle leaf and you'll get 2.5". You'll actually get more like 3" but once they settle it'll be more like 2.5".
Food for thought, if you plan on going higher just do it to begin with. It may involve a little more work/parts but you won't have to re-purchase certain components to get you higher. MetalCloak has a very nice complete lift that you can get OME leaf springs with if you want. http://www.metalcloak.com/XJ-Cheroke...ion-p/7180.htm This is the ARB edition meaning, OME leaf springs. Reason I mention this kit is it sounds like money isn't too much of an issue since you're already thinking of spending $900 on just coils, leafs, and shocks.
I've been looking at something like this http://www.quadratec.com/products/76090_800.htm because it looks like it is everything and not just spacers. Since I have to redo the suspension anyways I figured a little bit of lift never hurt anyone. I have about a year and a half to get everything in order and fixed up, so plenty of time for things to go wrong and then get fixed. Thanks for replying!
That's exactly the kit I was going to suggest to you. It sounds like you're not planning on ever going any higher than 2". This is very practical and you can generally get away with just the components included in the kit. However, it's still a good idea to at least get longer brake lines. I would also recommend replacing your steering joints. Preferably in favor of the stronger V8 ZJ tie rod. If your suspension is worn out, your steering will be too. Lifting it, will amplify all the problems and cause death wobble. Also, if you're going to get a larger tire size (this kit should accomodate up to 30" tires without trimming), don't forget to get extended bumpstops to keep the tires from making contact with the fenders.
You may want to consider an adjustable trac bar, but you shouldn't need LCAs, UCAs, or an SYE with a 2" lift.
yah I regret trimming now I should have just added more to the bump stop
Nothing wrong with trimming. You'll be able to articulate more with less bumpstop. Proper bumpstop combined with trimming (in some cases) is a give and take game.
So my step-dad informed me he wasn't very happy with his current car's tires, he has an FJ Cruiser with LT265/75r16 he said I could have if I bought him new tires that were less aggressive.
The question is will these fit on my stock rims, or should I get steel rims for them?(reminder, this Jeep will get field, winter, and camping etc - not much trail use)
So my step-dad informed me he wasn't very happy with his current car's tires, he has an FJ Cruiser with LT265/75r16 he said I could have if I bought him new tires that were less aggressive.
Wow man, barbed wire, that's pretty aggressive.
Originally Posted by kylemason
The question is will these fit on my stock rims, or should I get steel rims for them?(reminder, this Jeep will get field, winter, and camping etc - not much trail use)
No, they must go on 16" rims.
Originally Posted by kylemason
What about on on stock wrangler MOAB rims? the 17x7s. Found a set of those on CL for $150
09-21-2015, 02:17 PM
