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05-01-2012, 05:08 PM
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Originally Posted by durango4819
so i got my RE 3.5'' kit today and the U-bolts are for a Dana 30 and i have a Chrysler 8.25'', anyone know the dimensions for the bigger U-bolts that would compensate for my lift and rear? theres a place around here that can make them relatively cheap
05-01-2012, 05:12 PM
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so maybe a dumb question its basically the same bolt otherwise, just 3'' wide instead of whatever the one i have is? im new to all this and just want to make sure i dont run into a problem when installing
05-01-2012, 05:24 PM
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Originally Posted by durango4819
so maybe a dumb question its basically the same bolt otherwise, just 3'' wide instead of whatever the one i have is? im new to all this and just want to make sure i dont run into a problem when installing
05-01-2012, 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Coil spacers on the front are perfectly fine. Lift blocks on the rear will hurt your leaf springs. As for the rear, extended shackles on stock springs can decrease their lifespan. An AAL, however, seems to be luck of the draw. If your leaf springs are already sagging, using an AAL will put the full weight of your rig on the one new heavily-arched leaf in the pack. Because of this, they tend to give a harsh ride and wear out quickly. Some people have better luck with them than others. as a budget boost, I'd suggest coil spacers up front and shackles (maybe a shackle relocation bracket...input from dukie?) in the rear until you get a 'real' lift.
05-01-2012, 05:27 PM
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05-01-2012, 05:43 PM
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Year: 1993 YJ Wrangler
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My XJ was bastardized with lift parts I gathered over 6 months of searching Craigslist. I had 3" Skyjacker coils, 3.5" Rubicon express leaf springs, and stock JK Wrangler shocks. The shocks were from a 4dr Rubicon, so my ride was incredibly stiff, but I loved the RE leafs. Due to the stiff shocks and never getting a chance to disconnect my sway bar and do real wheeling, I can't comment on the Skyjacker coils. People say to stay away from SJ parts for Jeeps, but I got them cheap. Overall, I loved it while I had it, but it rolled twice before the novelty of having a lifted Jeep wore off.
05-01-2012, 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by durango4819
i meant the ones that came with the kit when i said by the ones i have but you answered my question either way, thank you!
05-01-2012, 10:13 PM
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Originally Posted by switchskater90
Thanks man going add a leaf did sound better. What "real lift' do you run. I've heard good and bad on Rustys but really bad on rough country.
I wheel the dogsnot out my rig and the rc lift handles every bit of it.
05-01-2012, 10:58 PM
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See answers above. I'd like to point out though that with the SYE and the seal kit, the cost is almost as much as the HD SYE kit (which replaces the whole output shaft with a bigger, stronger one, and doesn't require you to drill/tap any holes). I'd go that route if I were you.
http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/Merch...egory_Code=XDT
http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/Merch...egory_Code=XDT
05-02-2012, 07:18 AM
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Whats this thing used for? I was looking up a hack n tap for NP242 and saw this. Would that be an easy fix just slide that thing on?
http://www.rubiconexpress.com/jeeppa...YE&part=RE1822
http://www.rubiconexpress.com/jeeppa...YE&part=RE1822
05-02-2012, 12:21 PM
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Leaf Bushings
This is my first time buying any kind of bushings, it will be for a 2" lift. How do you guys feel about these ones? Looks like the best deal I could find. I'm just not sure if there is a difference between buying them in halves or in one already.
http://www.energysuspensionparts.com...ame&Sec=124494
http://www.energysuspensionparts.com...ame&Sec=124494
05-02-2012, 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by xj guy
This is my first time buying any kind of bushings, it will be for a 2" lift. How do you guys feel about these ones? Looks like the best deal I could find. I'm just not sure if there is a difference between buying them in halves or in one already.
http://www.energysuspensionparts.com...ame&Sec=124494
http://www.energysuspensionparts.com...ame&Sec=124494
05-02-2012, 01:40 PM
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So these are a solid buy? $57 shipped to my door.
http://www.energysuspensionparts.com...ame&Sec=124494
05-02-2012, 06:07 PM
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Can I fit these wheels and tires?
Hi guys,
I'm new to cherokeeforum. I just got a 1995 cherokee XJ. Completely stock and wanted to start by adding some wheels and tires. I want to get the Mamba MR1 17" wheels with LT255/75R-17 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM. Can I fit those on with a stock suspension or do I have to get a lift kit first? I will eventually get a lift kit but wanted to know if I can get and install the tires and wheels first.
Thanks.
I'm new to cherokeeforum. I just got a 1995 cherokee XJ. Completely stock and wanted to start by adding some wheels and tires. I want to get the Mamba MR1 17" wheels with LT255/75R-17 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM. Can I fit those on with a stock suspension or do I have to get a lift kit first? I will eventually get a lift kit but wanted to know if I can get and install the tires and wheels first.
Thanks.
05-02-2012, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by xj guy
So these are a solid buy? $57 shipped to my door.
http://www.energysuspensionparts.com...ame&Sec=124494