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10-28-2012, 02:47 PM
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Year: 1993 YJ Wrangler
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Originally Posted by doublezero
When i put my 3inch in my front sway bar wouldnt fit so i bought quick disconnects that should fix that problem correct? I also would like to know how to adjust my track bar
10-28-2012, 04:56 PM
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That is.... If it's an aftermarket adjustable trackbar. If it's stock, it not adjustable. You have 2 options at that point. 1) buy an aftermarket adjustable trackbar, or 2) relocate your stock trackbar. Though not recommended, I'm sure you can find a write up on how to relocate.
10-28-2012, 08:00 PM
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Year: 1998
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I'm just going to get it out there and ask THE question; what lift company or set up should I invest in? I want a 3-3.5" AAL lift that has good road manners and is reliable. I've researched a few brands and found that rough country doesn't last very long. A lot of guys run RE with Billsteins. I just want to get a few trustworthy opinions before I blow my money on a not-so-great quality product. Thanks ahead of time for any answers!
10-28-2012, 08:03 PM
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Model: Cherokee
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Originally Posted by Jamie57
I've been researching like mad for the last 4 months for a 4.5" lift kit that has what I want in it. But it just doesn't seem to exist.
My list is fairly simple to me.
4.5" leaf packs that fit into the stock shackle. No extended or relocation needed. Meaning I just unbolt my axle unbolt springs at eyes, remove old springs reinstall new ones bolt back up (with new ubolts of course and extended brake hose))and I'M DONE. NO ADD A LEAF!
Might have to put in shims, but I've already got the HNT sitting on the work bench and a front cardon driveshaft.
For the front I want just the coils (NO SPACERS) upper and lower adjustable control arms, Fixed swaybar links, extended SS brake lines, and a adjustable track bar with a double shear and lowering bracket. Don't know if I'll need a drop pitman arm or not.
Not sure if I want the kit to have shocks as I'm thinking BPEs at the rear and bottom on the front with a stem replacement kit for the top. Then of course the shock price comes way down and if they are too harsh or something they aren't an arm and leg to replace
Am I asking for too much (or too little)? Or has someone seen a kit that has the features I want and I might have missed it?
My budget is between $750 and $1500. Don't want crap but I also don't plan on doing Moab anytime soon.
I just want to run 33s and use it as my DD. Mostly mud, snow and rocks under 2 feet.
My list is fairly simple to me.
4.5" leaf packs that fit into the stock shackle. No extended or relocation needed. Meaning I just unbolt my axle unbolt springs at eyes, remove old springs reinstall new ones bolt back up (with new ubolts of course and extended brake hose))and I'M DONE. NO ADD A LEAF!
Might have to put in shims, but I've already got the HNT sitting on the work bench and a front cardon driveshaft.
For the front I want just the coils (NO SPACERS) upper and lower adjustable control arms, Fixed swaybar links, extended SS brake lines, and a adjustable track bar with a double shear and lowering bracket. Don't know if I'll need a drop pitman arm or not.
Not sure if I want the kit to have shocks as I'm thinking BPEs at the rear and bottom on the front with a stem replacement kit for the top. Then of course the shock price comes way down and if they are too harsh or something they aren't an arm and leg to replace
Am I asking for too much (or too little)? Or has someone seen a kit that has the features I want and I might have missed it?
My budget is between $750 and $1500. Don't want crap but I also don't plan on doing Moab anytime soon.
I just want to run 33s and use it as my DD. Mostly mud, snow and rocks under 2 feet.
10-28-2012, 08:09 PM
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Model: Cherokee
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Originally Posted by lowrange2
OME.
10-28-2012, 08:14 PM
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I run old Rusty's springs.
10-28-2012, 08:23 PM
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Any thing im missing?
So I keep reading older posts but seem to keep coming up with different opinions. I keep seeing these lift kits that use shackles and spring spacers to gain anywhere from 1 to 3 inches. So I know at that point I need to move the brake lines, but what about pit-man arm, sway bars or track bars. Will the stockers work with this lift or do I need to change thoes too? I only do mild to moderate off roading camping, hunting, and the occasional lets go puddle stomping. I only want 2-3 inches of lift enough to run 31's I plan on trimming my fenders and already asked about the wheel spacing to push the wheels out. So would I be ok with a shackle and spacer kit or would I be better off with a full blown kit.
10-28-2012, 08:38 PM
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Originally Posted by lowrange2
I would if I could afford it. I've installed an OME lift. I rode in a Jeep with an OME lift. They're nice.
I run old Rusty's springs.
10-28-2012, 09:42 PM
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I'm 17 and work a part time job. I pay for everything with the jeep, I don't have the money to buy OME. What are the next two or three brands in the chain?
10-28-2012, 09:58 PM
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Originally Posted by CherokeeJon
I'm 17 and work a part time job. I pay for everything with the jeep, I don't have the money to buy OME. What are the next two or three brands in the chain?
10-28-2012, 10:06 PM
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10-28-2012, 10:09 PM
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Originally Posted by CherokeeJon
I'm 17 and work a part time job. I pay for everything with the jeep, I don't have the money to buy OME. What are the next two or three brands in the chain?
10-28-2012, 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by CherokeeJon
Would you suggest looking into a mixture of all of those brands' products or buying a whole kit?
10-28-2012, 10:39 PM
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Ok so i have a basterdized 5.5 short arm lift on my cherokee right now basically a 4.5 with a 1" spacer up front and an aal in the rear and it rides like crap my shocks are pretty much maxed out and 33's i am really considering dropping it back down and going to a smaller tire what size should i look for. I want to go back to stock flares up front and not have to trim my fenders. Suggestions?