a_shirey

http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/w...08%7CL3*15690#


This will work for an extended rear brake line, correct?

Velcro

Nowhere seems to be able to get my jeep quite right, but it wasn't far off. Track bar and drag link angles are about right. I don't have any pictures right now because I just swapped to IRO steering and it's night here. I'm mainly just trying to see which upgrade would be more worthwhile.

chipmaker

Honestly I don't think it's the springs or the shocks. Sounds more like the caster is off, or there is a steering issue.

Velcro

Alright well we'll see after I get it aligned again. Any chance you know of any chart for caster settings for lifted jeeps?

Basslicks

You need to drive it around for a little while before deciding to up the front any. Leaf springs will settle under the weight of the Jeep over time. Id' say give it about a month based on what I've seen from others (my leafs were used previously so I really can't say exactly how long).

This is the one I used. I believe it's for a GM full-size

abodyjoe

was it aligned properly after the lift was installed?

SteveMongr

Will need 5 degrees minimum (5.5 to 6 would be great) with priority given to pinion angle. Less than 5 can cause wandering.
At proper caster, steering should return to center after a turn.
Overinflated tires can wander also, depending on road surface/condition.
Have you checked the joints in steering shaft, at firewall and u-joint near steering box?

SeriousOffroad

Factory spec for caster is 6-8 deg.

turver

Awesome, thanks. I'll wait a while before deciding tho buy spacers/springs. Hopefully the leaf pack will settle soon.

Lightning_19k

I just installed a 3" Rough Country lift and General 31 10.5 R 15 tires on my otherwise stock 2000 XJ.

I'm new to Jeeps but so far I'm loving the combo!

My question is, since I made the above mentioned additions I have notice that the Jeep is slower to accelerate (I figured that would happen) but also between 0-10 mph the Jeep almost sounds like its going to stall (its an auto).

Do I need to replace the stock axles/ drive shaft/ u-joint with heavy duty aftermarket parts? If I don't "need" to would it still be a good idea?

This is my daily driver, but I definitely plan to hit the trials on the weekends.

peligro113

I used a dorman h38636

Basslicks

Never heard of these guys.... anyone have any experience or knowledge about CORE 4x4?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lower-Adjustable-Control-Arms-Jeep-Cherokee-Wrangler-Grand-XJ-TJ-ZJ-/161697351754?&_trksid=p2056016.m2518.l4276

BBartow

First post so hopefully I'm in the right spot. I'm currently piecing together a 5" lift for my XJ and I'm not sure which long arm kit I should get. The Jeep is going to be purpose built as an expedition/overland rig seeing lots of miles both on and off road. I'm not a fan of the faux long arm setups with radius arms. So I've decided on a true 4 link and 3 link setup. The two I've narrowed down to are BDS ($950) and B. Lee Offroad ($750). I'm wondering which of these will best suit my needs as I'm sure most of you will be more knowledgeable than me on this. Simply put, I'm looking for best flex and road manners. From my little knowledge on the subject, I know that a well-constructed 3-link will outclass a 4-link on flex, but factoring in the amount of road time it will see will it feel stable on road?

This is the BDS kit. I'm buying only the upgrade kit, which is the arms and crossmember. This is the only pic they had that showed them. True long arms, 4-link setup.

This is B. Lee Offroad's kit. Nicely priced 3-link setup.


Thank you in advance.

a_shirey

Wow, they're pretty cheap. Dont like th orange too much, but they definitely seem to be beefy.

Found this in a quick search: http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f13/core-4x4-fabrication-ebay-store-1630185/#/forumsite/20623/topics/1630185

Basslicks

Oh cool, I didn't see that review. Yeah, I'm not big on the orange either, but they seem pretty stout. Reviews seem decent too. Seriously considering them.