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Old 03-15-2010, 11:57 PM
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Im getting the 6.5 inch rough country longarm just wondering if there is any write ups or reviews on it?

Also Im getting 33x 12.50x15 inch pro comp ats. I was wondering what would be a better rim size 15x10 or 15x8 and what are the differences?
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Originally Posted by Thunder_J
Im getting the 6.5 inch rough country longarm just wondering if there is any write ups or reviews on it?

Also Im getting 33x 12.50x15 inch pro comp ats. I was wondering what would be a better rim size 15x10 or 15x8 and what are the differences?
Interested in this also. I just bought the same setup. I went with the new Goodyear MT Kevlars and got the guy @ Diso**** Tire to drop 20 bucks a tire. Then I went home and while doing research I found an $80 mail in rebate on them. I think the guy was tryin to be slick. I went with a 15X8 Rim and 3.75" backspace.

Also I know there are 40+ pages on the RC LA kit on another Forum but dont know the rules about posting those kinds of links.
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So what exactly is considered a lot of rear spring sag? I know stock dimensions are around 17". Is 1/2 to 3/4" of sag excessive enough to warrant new spring packs over shackles?
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need some help. I was reading that 17" from center of wheel to the fender is stock height. So you go from the center on the wheel to the fender flare or the fender?

I just tryed to get mine and I'm lost. From center of the wheel to the flare I'm at 22" and 23" to the fender.
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Originally Posted by drdave083
Shock absorbers have nothing to do with the ride height of your vehicle. The coils and rear springs set the ride height. The shocks just keep the ride smoother and keep it from getting squirrely on corners.
Do you think your RC 3" Flexes pretty well?
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I ended up ordering the 15x8 also I got free shipping from 4x4 warehouse for this month on pro comp tires
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im am getting ready to put on a 4.5 inch re lift and run 33 inch tire....my question is what gears should i run. i have a 8.25 rear end. and an auto transmission. my other question is when you install gear sets you have to regear the front and rear axles right?
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I am putting on a Rubicon lift. Vehicle is a 2001 Cherokee Classic. Plan to run 31 x 10.50 tires. Was told by Rubicon that this size tire needs a 4.5" lift or it will rub. They suggest going with 4.5" super flex.

Originally I only wanted to go with 3.5" lift. It seems to me that I would have enough room for 31 x 10.50's with 3.5" lift but apparantly its not high enough.

Does anyone have any advice or knowledge?

Truck will spend couple months a year in Colorado mountains in rough 4WD roads, but the rest of the year will be on paved streets.

Greatly appreciate advice.
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Originally Posted by mountainclimber
I am putting on a Rubicon lift. Vehicle is a 2001 Cherokee Classic. Plan to run 31 x 10.50 tires. Was told by Rubicon that this size tire needs a 4.5" lift or it will rub. They suggest going with 4.5" super flex.

Originally I only wanted to go with 3.5" lift. It seems to me that I would have enough room for 31 x 10.50's with 3.5" lift but apparantly its not high enough.

Does anyone have any advice or knowledge?

Truck will spend couple months a year in Colorado mountains in rough 4WD roads, but the rest of the year will be on paved streets.

Greatly appreciate advice.
check out my pictures. i have RC 4.5" and 31x10.5. i guarantee though it wouldn't have rubbed at 3". maybe even 2".
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Originally Posted by mountainclimber
I am putting on a Rubicon lift. Vehicle is a 2001 Cherokee Classic. Plan to run 31 x 10.50 tires. Was told by Rubicon that this size tire needs a 4.5" lift or it will rub. They suggest going with 4.5" super flex.

Originally I only wanted to go with 3.5" lift. It seems to me that I would have enough room for 31 x 10.50's with 3.5" lift but apparantly its not high enough.

Does anyone have any advice or knowledge?

Truck will spend couple months a year in Colorado mountains in rough 4WD roads, but the rest of the year will be on paved streets.

Greatly appreciate advice.
I put on a 3" lift and it does rub. I had to cut some of my fender flares off and I need to add more lift. But from what i hear rubicon runs high anyways. They definetly look a lot better on 31's with 4.5 instead of 3
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Originally Posted by dfm_13
im am getting ready to put on a 4.5 inch re lift and run 33 inch tire....my question is what gears should i run. i have a 8.25 rear end. and an auto transmission. my other question is when you install gear sets you have to regear the front and rear axles right?

http://www.jeep4x4center.com/jeep-ti...atio-chart.htm

Check this site out, it will answer your question exactly. This same link was on page 46 as well
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when throwing bigger tires on... what do you have to do to your gears / trans.???
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i have been trying to figure this out but what are ACOS? got me puzzled. yes i searched this thread too. only thing came up was putting them on a lift. thanks.
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LT 23575r15 gdy wrl sltarmr stock everything

I just found out that I have 8.25 rear end
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Alright guys I need some opinions...I'm currently planning a RC 3" Series II Lift with full springs. On top of that, I'm thinking of adding IRONMAN ANDY'S adj. shackles, and JKS ACOS coil spacers. I contacted RC via live chat and asked the guy if the Series II would accept Sway-Bar Disconnects, as I'd like a little more flex. He said "Not for the XJ". IS THIS TRUE? If so, then I am really going to reconsider my route for the lift. BTW I'm planning on running 30 or 31x10.50's After lift is installed. I need some help determining if his answer is correct, and an overall opinion of my lift set-up. Thanks!


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