this is out of a 96 xj. is it a 8.25?

 

Yes

 

is it the same as my 99 xj?

ps.. whys that jeep so low?

 

that is low

 

yes that is an 8.25, same one i have in my 2001, looks like maybe spring sag, the view looks rather similar

 

You can tell its the 8.25 by the flat bottom in the pumpkin the D35 has a more rounded bottom.

 

quick high jack: ive got slight sag, and im looking to get the rear up about 2 inches. ive got the BB so its already got the drop brackets. but ive heard controversy over bastard packs as far as ride quality is concerned. i know you cant expect stock quality out of not stock set up, but what is second best? what about full leaf packs? the issue i see here is that they are about 230 at rustys to get full 3.5" leafs then id still need (im assuming?) longer shocks too, and now im half way to a new suspension. plus what about driveline angles if i am to get the *** end up? and last, AAL? cheaper for sure, i know it too will sag a little, but what about ride quality? any experience? thanks all.