JamromXJ

I have the same kit sitting in the garage waiting to go in. I had too many other issues to get done before I installed it.

I had to change both axle bushings, upper/lower ball joints, motor mounts... etc.

My front axle is out from under the vehicle, which I hope to have ready to go back in later this week.

The quality of the Zone lift is outstanding. I have read and heard that it is a BDS design/quality with lesser grade powder coating. So that's something to consider.

I'll get some pics eventually. I'm horrible at documenting my progress.

JR

PS... why the SYE? What year and TC do you have.

husky_wolf

I've heard the same thing about the kit being from bds in some way. I also have little things I need done , but my stock suspension was done for so it was definitely a priority for me. Can't wait to see pics post lift!

husky_wolf

So i have had this kit on for about 5 months now. So id figured i give you my opinion thus far. I'm still sitting at 3in which is good but the ride is extremely rough. I know its a jeep but it is just all over the road. I figired it was other components such as rod ends u joints etc but after replacing all rod ends ujoints adjustable track bar. Zj tie rod. Extend sway bar end links. The jeep is not stiff or stable at all. I can feel every single bump on and off road. And I don't beat it since its my Dd I'm just lost on what else I can do besides upgrading shocks to smooth out my ride and make it enjoyable to drive. With that said I'm considering selling the lift maybe someone with heavier bumpers might weigh down and smooth out the ride. Just my 2 cents.

BNJeepsta

The problem is that the shocks are garbage and the leaf springs are way too short. I have the same kit and it rides like complete crap. With relocation brackets and better shocks it will be much better. Get yourself some 5100's and some relocation brackets

bobthecatkiller

My whole xjs desert tan monstaliner, I have no regrets

husky_wolf

Did you upgrade to bilsteins and do the relocation bracket already? If so was it worth it or is the ride still pretty crappy.

husky_wolf

Nice! Didn't even think about that.

BNJeepsta

I just bought a 98 with the same lift but, with RE mono tubes (close to a 5100) and HDO relocation boxes. It rides a million times better and still has stock control arms

askingxforxit

I've got the same zone kit, it's been on for about 18 months or so and still rides like a dump truck. I'll be getting relocation brackets and new shocks hopefully after the holidays.

Tsaani97xj

2 years here though I started with AAL. Went to a bastard pack and HDO relocation brackets, spacer in the front and RR CAD brackets. It handled much better but still rode like crap. Replaced the nitro shocks with cheap monroe gas matics for a TJ and S10 and it now rides noticeably better. Without a good amount of weight the spring rates are just too stiff. Soft shocks can compensate to a degree. You really need a balance between spring rate and dampening. I intend to switch to some Rusty's 150# coils to try the other end of the spectrum. How it rides is all subjective but Ive seen others agree that Zone is at the harsh end of the ride scale.

husky_wolf

Well in glad to hear that I'm not the only one. I do think that zone is a really good quality. But maybe poorly designed. Ill maybe attempt to upgrade shocks even though they have only been on for 4 months and order the relocation bracket.

holycaveman

Flame away but I wouldn't know which to choose. Zone or rc. I have installed a ton of both. On jeeps. Although I must admit 5 times more the amount of rc compared to zone.

GreenXJ98

I have the 150# springs from Rusty's, and they do ride pretty nicely.

BNJeepsta

Honestly, I think RC might actually ride nicer. They both are awful though

holycaveman

I install them and the parts seem similar. The rc shocks from tons of warranties i know are junk. Mainly cheap chrome that rusts easily and ruins the seals. Of course we sell more rc than anything. So you naturally will get more returns.