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01-04-2012, 02:55 PM
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Engine: I6 with Mustang fuel injectors; 60mm Throttle Body;
IMO 4.5" is perfect for pretty much anything with the exception of deep mudding. Above that your jeeps center of gravity is off too much and can actually hinder performance instead of helping it. Also anything above 5" or so you start needing to replace UCAs, driveshafts, SYE, and brake lines at a minimum. Also the stock steering setup becomes almost useless.
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01-04-2012, 03:11 PM
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This brought everything back into alignment and it rides great.
Next for me is to add a rear relocation brackets and spacers in front to level it out with the rear. This should bring me close to 4" of lift.
01-04-2012, 03:40 PM
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Took my 30x9.5 to get mounted on 15x8 D-Windows and the shop said they didn't fit on the front of my stock XJ. Said they were rubbing or something like that. Not wanting to go with a huge lift I went and picked up some 1 3/4" new leaf springs for the rear and new 2" coil springs for the front. Question, I have a feeling the back is going to be bad. What size bolts will I need in the rear for anything that can possibly break while doing the leaf springs? Figure I will need to go to Jeep to get them. Thanks.
01-04-2012, 04:46 PM
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Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 I6
I currently have a 3" lift on my XJ and have a transfer case drop to go with it. I was looking to add some coil spacers and longer shackles to get another inch or two of lift. Do I need to make any significant changes to the driveline/steering when I do that?
01-04-2012, 05:17 PM
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Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
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I know 31's will rub on the LCA on stock rims. How much would I have to trim to fit 33's on a 3" lift? 32's? Thanks in advance.
01-04-2012, 05:48 PM
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Year: 1993 YJ Wrangler
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My avatar pic is 33" with no lift. I can't drive it that way, but when I get my 3" coils on, it'll be fine. I just trimmed off the lower lip that had the holes in it.
01-04-2012, 06:21 PM
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I have an 01 cherokee classic with the 16" wheel option. According to alot of reviews on this site, most recommend BFG all terrain. The only problem is they dont come in my stock size. What size tire would fit on a completely stock cherokee without rubbing. Or is there a better tire someone might recommend?
01-04-2012, 06:31 PM
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Year: 1998
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Originally Posted by wcjr
I have an 01 cherokee classic with the 16" wheel option. According to alot of reviews on this site, most recommend BFG all terrain. The only problem is they dont come in my stock size. What size tire would fit on a completely stock cherokee without rubbing. Or is there a better tire someone might recommend?
01-04-2012, 06:45 PM
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235/75/15 is generally the recommended size for a stock XJ. Some people go bigger, but you may or may not have issues.
01-04-2012, 06:47 PM
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Got some 1.75" coil spacers from a buddy of mine. Already have a 3" lift on my XJ. Was wondering, what can I do to lift my rear up an extra 1.75" besides blocks or new leaf spring pack?
01-04-2012, 06:48 PM
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Year: 1991
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So after reading for hours i didn't find anything relating to my problem. i just got a 91 with a 4.5 rc lift and 31s. the tires can def use some balancing but the front tires are the prob. When looking at my jeep from the front, it looks bowlegged. I'm also starting to see wear on the inside of both front tires. i guess my question is do you think my front axle is bent at the inner c's? I'm not new to lifted off-road trucks but then again i'm new to Cherokee's and dana30s. Any help would be great. thanks
01-04-2012, 06:49 PM
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Originally Posted by onlyinajeep726
Got some 1.75" coil spacers from a buddy of mine. Already have a 3" lift on my XJ. Was wondering, what can I do to lift my rear up an extra 1.75" besides blocks or new leaf spring pack?
01-04-2012, 06:53 PM
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Year: 1988
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Engine: 4.6L I6 Stroker with port matched +99 intake and 62mm TB
Rusty's Offroad 3" spring pack lift. I have 3/4 inch coil spacers and 3/4 inch extended shackles currently. When I put the 1.75 inch coil spacers on the front, I will be removing the 3/4 inch ones that I currently have. However, my extended shackles I'd like to keep. Is there an affordable option to lift the additional 1 inch in the rear?