ANY MN guys here?? where can we wheel in MN?? - Page 17

SOF15T1K · 10-21-2009, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by aircruiser

yeah i have that first one and im probably gonna do iron rocks long arms in the future to get rid of the ****ty tcase drop.

Nice i am thinking i will go with the Rough Country 4.5. is there a way to solve the transfer case issue with out spending the big bucks on the long arm kit?
or should i just do that, get the 4 in long arm. how big of an issue is the "****y tcase"?

just put in a new airaid intake system. pretty sweet. (not that big of a mod, but basically the first one, besides my custom decal)

aircruiser · 10-21-2009, 10:33 PM

no it comes with it..just spacers..its just not the most ideal setup..been running it for over a year though..

rustylaredo · 10-22-2009, 01:00 AM

What are opinions on the rustys offroad 3 inch kit? its got full leaf packs and shocks included for $438 and you can get heavy duty coils too.

SweetLou · 10-22-2009, 05:21 AM

This is the kit I plan on getting when I get the money...

http://rustysoffroad.com/mm5/merchan...ode=sus_xj_kit

bhulty20 · 10-22-2009, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by aircruiser

depends on the suspension i guess..my old suspension had 203k on it when i got the lift, was sagging like an old ladies...yeah...anyways i went with 3.5" full packs and 1.5" shackles..now it rides level and it rode like a lumber wagon at first but now it rides alot better.

i got the idea off jeepforum so i hope not haha, the great stuff idea i did just for safe measures..what were you running in gilbert?

yeup i smoked the fronts myself with VHT nightshade from oriellys..i had the taillights smoked too but the po-po didnt like it as much as i did and had one cracked housing and busted out the other so i just got new ones and just did 2 coats on them..

I was sitting at about 4-5 inch in front and about 3 in rear. because I had a couple fat ladies in back haha no just my big storage box and tool box.
And I guess im going to o'reileys today!

SOF15T1K · 10-22-2009, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by rustylaredo

What are opinions on the rustys offroad 3 inch kit? its got full leaf packs and shocks included for $438 and you can get heavy duty coils too.

i looked at there kits too, i was just thinking 4.5 vs 3 inches, however i might reconsider. seems like i dont want to go to big, creating more work or parts to buy to make it work.
the other thing, i was trying to keep it local and go through iron rock, i guess i should get all the parts added up and then see what shipping is and how it all plays out in cost.
if i do a 3 or 3.5 kit do you have issues with the tcase?

SOF15T1K · 10-22-2009, 11:17 AM

so i thought of something else just got new tire and if i lift i am going to need to get bigger ones, i have about two weeks to exchange them still but i am not sure how big i can go with trimmed fenders and no lift kit. any ideas i am thinking i could go 31? if i trim the fenders up. would 30s look okay on a three inch lift? i shouldnt go bigger then three inches if i have smaller wheels right?
thanks for all your help and opinions guys

xjrev10 · 10-22-2009, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by SOF15T1K

i looked at there kits too, i was just thinking 4.5 vs 3 inches, however i might reconsider. seems like i dont want to go to big, creating more work or parts to buy to make it work.
the other thing, i was trying to keep it local and go through iron rock, i guess i should get all the parts added up and then see what shipping is and how it all plays out in cost.
if i do a 3 or 3.5 kit do you have issues with the tcase?

no t-case issues with a 3.5 for me. i have about a 3/8 home made t-case drop and thats about it. Iron Rock kit would be my choice. I dont think 30s would look bad on 3.5 inches, but if your fenders are cut and fender flares are removed they might look "small." you should be able to go all the same places a xj on 31s could go.

bhulty20 · 10-22-2009, 11:21 PM

I'd go with 31's or 32's with the 3.5 inch or 4.5 with slightly trimmed fenders. Long arms are always a good thing but just a lot more money. no problems with 3-5 inches of lift it sounds like with aircruiser and xjrev's jeeps. just get a t case drop kit. or do an Sye.

aircruiser · 10-23-2009, 01:29 AM

yesh i ran 33s in gilbert with no extended bumpstops with some trimming and my tires rubbed..custom siping hahahaha..i trimmed more..it barely rubbed though.

SOF15T1K · 10-23-2009, 01:32 PM

well here is an update for you guys. i am thinking i am going with:
http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/Merch..._Code=IR-X_3LK
should i upgrade to the 3.5 inch Leaf Springs?
im going with this one because i can easily upgrade later.
i am pushing up the install date, the tire place is going to exchange them for me if i can lift it before of slightly after the 30 warranty as long as i treat the tires good.
so here is the dates i am thinking. nov 7th?
hope you guys are still willing to help.

bhulty20 · 10-23-2009, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by SOF15T1K

well here is an update for you guys. i am thinking i am going with:
http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/Merch..._Code=IR-X_3LK
should i upgrade to the 3.5 inch Leaf Springs?
im going with this one because i can easily upgrade later.
i am pushing up the install date, the tire place is going to exchange them for me if i can lift it before of slightly after the 30 warranty as long as i treat the tires good.
so here is the dates i am thinking. nov 7th?
hope you guys are still willing to help.

Looks like a good choice! but if I were you I would upgrade to the adjustable track bar and jks quicker disconnects. That way you can have better articulation while wheeling. And if you decide later on to lift more that adjustable track bar will be nice. Stay with the add a leaf set up to keep it cheaper. You might want to get those u bolts too incase we have to cut the old one off, if they are rusted bad.
I could help as long as thats not our families hunting weekend. If its not then I will help out.

rustylaredo · 10-23-2009, 01:47 PM

that looks like a good kit. I would definately go with the full leaf packs if you got the cash but thats cause my springs are super saggy. I dont think I will be able to help w/install. My 31s only rub on the front LCAs when i turn sharp but im on 7.5" stock wheels and 10.5 wide tires and no lift. The only reason i dont want to go long arm is that I dont want to have to SYE it

xjrev10 · 10-23-2009, 06:33 PM

opening deer season man is November 7. Gotta wait another 3 weeks or so after that

bhulty20 · 10-23-2009, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by xjrev10

opening deer season man is November 7. Gotta wait another 3 weeks or so after that

Yep, dangit. Sorry we wont be able to help then. Maybe before that? Ill be down south hunting for the first weekend but after that ill be back up north. When are we going austin?!

10-21-2009, 10:33 PM	#242
aircruiser CF Veteran Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Minnesota Posts: 1,184 My Photos 1999 Cherokee Year: 1999 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Transmission: AX-15 Transfer Case: NP231 Front Axle: Dana 30 HP Rear Axle: Chrysler 8.25 29 spline Tires: 30x9.5" BFG Mud Terrains Lift Specifications: 4.5" IRO w/ 3.5" full packs, 1" custom shackles, LCAs, 8000 nitro shocks Misc Accessories: lots of stuff	no it comes with it..just spacers..its just not the most ideal setup..been running it for over a year though.. __________________ 1999 cherokee 2 door sport - 5" of lift, 35x12.5" BFG M/T KM2s, and many more mods

10-22-2009, 01:00 AM	#243
rustylaredo Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Elk River MN/ University of MN Duluth Posts: 84 My Photos Cherokee Model: Cherokee Misc Accessories: HEAVY rear bumper, cb, and a good driver	What are opinions on the rustys offroad 3 inch kit? its got full leaf packs and shocks included for $438 and you can get heavy duty coils too. __________________ It may be silly...but aint it fun Im a jack of all trades... and a master of none -#3 The Intimidator http://evanstruckpages.blogspot.com/

10-22-2009, 11:17 AM	#247
SOF15T1K Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: St. Paul, MN Posts: 39 My Photos '96 Cherokee Year: '96 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0L I6 Transmission: Auto Tires: 235 75/15 Misc Accessories: AIRAID Intake	so i thought of something else just got new tire and if i lift i am going to need to get bigger ones, i have about two weeks to exchange them still but i am not sure how big i can go with trimmed fenders and no lift kit. any ideas i am thinking i could go 31? if i trim the fenders up. would 30s look okay on a three inch lift? i shouldnt go bigger then three inches if i have smaller wheels right? thanks for all your help and opinions guys __________________ "RESPECT AND HONOR TO THE LEGENDARY XJ"

10-22-2009, 11:21 PM	#249
bhulty20 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 586 My Photos 1999 Cherokee Year: 1999 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0L Transmission: AW4 Transfer Case: NP231 Front Axle: Dana 30 Rear Axle: 8.25 W/powertrax locker Tires: 33x12.5 Procomp Mud Xtremes Lift Specifications: 4 inch Skyjacker Misc Accessories: SYE, Tom Woods DS, 3 pairs hella lights, One pair facing back, ProFlow Exhaust, Surco Rack	I'd go with 31's or 32's with the 3.5 inch or 4.5 with slightly trimmed fenders. Long arms are always a good thing but just a lot more money. no problems with 3-5 inches of lift it sounds like with aircruiser and xjrev's jeeps. just get a t case drop kit. or do an Sye. __________________ - 1999 Black XJ - lifted - 33x12.5 Procomp Mud Xtremes - Surco Rack - 3 Pairs of Hella's - PowerTrax Locker - Pro Flow Exhaust - SYE - Custom rock rails - Rockcrusher diff covers - JKS disco's - Trimmed fenders - Herculined interior and rockers

10-23-2009, 01:29 AM	#250
aircruiser CF Veteran Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Minnesota Posts: 1,184 My Photos 1999 Cherokee Year: 1999 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Transmission: AX-15 Transfer Case: NP231 Front Axle: Dana 30 HP Rear Axle: Chrysler 8.25 29 spline Tires: 30x9.5" BFG Mud Terrains Lift Specifications: 4.5" IRO w/ 3.5" full packs, 1" custom shackles, LCAs, 8000 nitro shocks Misc Accessories: lots of stuff	yesh i ran 33s in gilbert with no extended bumpstops with some trimming and my tires rubbed..custom siping hahahaha..i trimmed more..it barely rubbed though. __________________ 1999 cherokee 2 door sport - 5" of lift, 35x12.5" BFG M/T KM2s, and many more mods

10-22-2009, 05:21 AM	#244
SweetLou Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 55 My Photos 1998 Cherokee Year: 1998 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Transmission: Auto Tires: 30x9.5x15 BFG A/T	This is the kit I plan on getting when I get the money... http://rustysoffroad.com/mm5/merchan...ode=sus_xj_kit

10-23-2009, 01:32 PM	#251
SOF15T1K Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: St. Paul, MN Posts: 39 My Photos '96 Cherokee Year: '96 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0L I6 Transmission: Auto Tires: 235 75/15 Misc Accessories: AIRAID Intake	well here is an update for you guys. i am thinking i am going with: http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/Merch..._Code=IR-X_3LK should i upgrade to the 3.5 inch Leaf Springs? im going with this one because i can easily upgrade later. i am pushing up the install date, the tire place is going to exchange them for me if i can lift it before of slightly after the 30 warranty as long as i treat the tires good. so here is the dates i am thinking. nov 7th? hope you guys are still willing to help. __________________ "RESPECT AND HONOR TO THE LEGENDARY XJ"

10-23-2009, 01:47 PM	#253
rustylaredo Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Elk River MN/ University of MN Duluth Posts: 84 My Photos Cherokee Model: Cherokee Misc Accessories: HEAVY rear bumper, cb, and a good driver	that looks like a good kit. I would definately go with the full leaf packs if you got the cash but thats cause my springs are super saggy. I dont think I will be able to help w/install. My 31s only rub on the front LCAs when i turn sharp but im on 7.5" stock wheels and 10.5 wide tires and no lift. The only reason i dont want to go long arm is that I dont want to have to SYE it __________________ It may be silly...but aint it fun Im a jack of all trades... and a master of none -#3 The Intimidator http://evanstruckpages.blogspot.com/

10-23-2009, 06:33 PM	#254
xjrev10 unibody addict Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Eveleth, MN Posts: 1,213 My Photos 2000 Cherokee Year: 2000 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0 Transmission: AW4 Transfer Case: 242 Front Axle: LP dana 30 Rear Axle: Chrsyler 8.25 Tires: 31" Cooper STT Lift Specifications: RE 3.5, stock Misc Accessories: a driver, gps nav	opening deer season man is November 7. Gotta wait another 3 weeks or so after that __________________ 2000 XJ 3.5 RE 31" Cooper STT's Member of the Northern Minnesota Jeepers Only Club in MN with a GIA ORV trail

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