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Oh and one more thing, as for brands, any brand I should definitely look out for? I found a nice BB on fat bobs, but no brand name. Is that sketchy? Its an $80 2 inch lift:
http://store.fatbobsgarage.com/jeep-...001-p1984.aspx
http://store.fatbobsgarage.com/jeep-...001-p1984.aspx
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Hey guys, So Im goin with the 4.5" RE lift and a SYE. Im also going to be runnning 33x12.50's. I dont really know much about SYE's so my question is, what else should I buy? I mean I dont wanna spend anymore then I have to, but I want to do this right. So is the SYE all I need to run the lift? or do I need to do something else to my driveline? Thanks
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Year: 1992
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Engine: 4.0 HO
ubolts?
hey guys, im gonna install new leafs and cant find new ubolts. I guess I have to have some made. Anyone know the measurements off the top of your head? also need leaf spring bolts.
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Oh and one more thing, as for brands, any brand I should definitely look out for? I found a nice BB on fat bobs, but no brand name. Is that sketchy? Its an $80 2 inch lift:
http://store.fatbobsgarage.com/jeep-...001-p1984.aspx
http://store.fatbobsgarage.com/jeep-...001-p1984.aspx
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hey all i have couple question i scaned threw here and didnt seem to find what i was lookin for i have a 99 cherokee sport and was wondering if a 4.5 rustys lift would be a good idea ive talked to some people and they said it stresses out the jeep and what not but i dont really undertand how it could but if you could give me some answers about this id appericate it
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I put this RE3.5" lift in almost 8 months ago (6500 miles) and the rear still hasn't dropped. Then I added the front 1" spacer to level it.
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[QUOTE=Hyper;727089]Noo im putting in a 4.5 lift in my 90 xj and i was told i might need a longer front DS but then ive bin asking arround and people say the stock front ds will work just for the front end the rear i got a sye for it[/QUOT
your stock front DS is FINE even with a lift. no need to change it out. but just make sure the Ujoints are in good condition (no play) and you should be fine
your stock front DS is FINE even with a lift. no need to change it out. but just make sure the Ujoints are in good condition (no play) and you should be fine
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Year: 1994
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Hey guys, So Im goin with the 4.5" RE lift and a SYE. Im also going to be runnning 33x12.50's. I dont really know much about SYE's so my question is, what else should I buy? I mean I dont wanna spend anymore then I have to, but I want to do this right. So is the SYE all I need to run the lift? or do I need to do something else to my driveline? Thanks
Last edited by magator; 11-09-2010 at 07:12 PM.
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is a stock rear driveline fine on a 4.5" lift? most of the time yes, however that is the upper limit to the amount of lift you can do without needing an SYE.
As far as an SYE goes if you already have one, install it, measure the length of the driveshaft needed and head to a junkyard. Find a stock front thats within 1-2" of the length you need thats in decently good condition and lowish miles, then re-build it.
a stock front DS has been used by many people successfully for a rear DS with an SYE, and rebuilding it with a new centering yoke and 3 new u-joints costs about $100. Its a good compromise if you can't afford a high-dollar CV shaft from Tom Woods or High-Angle Driveline. Then once you buy a custom CV shaft you have a spare incase you ever need it.
The SYE should really be it, that and a CV driveshaft for the rear. I'd also check your u-joints in the front driveshaft along with your unit bearings and any other parts while you're under there.
Noo im putting in a 4.5 lift in my 90 xj and i was told i might need a longer front DS but then ive bin asking arround and people say the stock front ds will work just for the front end the rear i got a sye for it[/QUOT
your stock front DS is FINE even with a lift. no need to change it out. but just make sure the Ujoints are in good condition (no play) and you should be fine
your stock front DS is FINE even with a lift. no need to change it out. but just make sure the Ujoints are in good condition (no play) and you should be fine
As far as an SYE goes if you already have one, install it, measure the length of the driveshaft needed and head to a junkyard. Find a stock front thats within 1-2" of the length you need thats in decently good condition and lowish miles, then re-build it.
a stock front DS has been used by many people successfully for a rear DS with an SYE, and rebuilding it with a new centering yoke and 3 new u-joints costs about $100. Its a good compromise if you can't afford a high-dollar CV shaft from Tom Woods or High-Angle Driveline. Then once you buy a custom CV shaft you have a spare incase you ever need it.
Hey guys, So Im goin with the 4.5" RE lift and a SYE. Im also going to be runnning 33x12.50's. I dont really know much about SYE's so my question is, what else should I buy? I mean I dont wanna spend anymore then I have to, but I want to do this right. So is the SYE all I need to run the lift? or do I need to do something else to my driveline? Thanks
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I'm looking to lift my xj bout 3.5" inches, and ive been looking at Rubicon Express SuperRide with full rear leaf packs. Anybody running these? Any suggestions or comments? I wont be doing much offroading, mostly will be my daily driver. Im also looking at RE's monotube, are they really worth the extra cash? Any suggestions on those?
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has any one ever heard of tire shops not mounting tires because they're too old (1996 manufacture date) and where or how to you know how old tires are thanks... btw the tires look brand new and aren't weather checked at all.