convert my rear suspension to a coil over
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convert my rear suspension to a coil over
hey guys i need some help on looking for a great kit to convert my 88 xj rear leaf suspension to a coil over. i dont want to break the bank. i can do most of the fab work when needed. any advise would be great thanks
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Looks like it have been done quite a bit. Do a quick google search:
http://www.jeepsunlimited.com/mambo2...d=98&Itemid=32
http://www.off-roadweb.com/features/..._xj/index.html
I don't know if you're going to get a "how to" step by step on it, but I'm sure you have a tape measure and if you're into fabbing, I bet you can figure it out once you get the parts in front of you.
Go for it. I'll be interested in your process and maybe a write up?
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http://www.jeepsunlimited.com/mambo2...d=98&Itemid=32
http://www.off-roadweb.com/features/..._xj/index.html
I don't know if you're going to get a "how to" step by step on it, but I'm sure you have a tape measure and if you're into fabbing, I bet you can figure it out once you get the parts in front of you.
Go for it. I'll be interested in your process and maybe a write up?
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i know rockKrawler and clayton both make one. I believe both would break the bank though (or at least mine) Its a decent amount of work but i don't think it would be all that hard to make your own, good luck.
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Good luck, and keep us posted on the build.
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the kits are way over priced and i know for a fact that one uses stock cherokee front coils(which net 6in in the rear) go on pirate4x4 and search and read everything you can,its not just a chop weld and install, if the coil isnt in the exact location suspension geometry will be off ect. I'm gonna do it eventually after i gather all the info i need and a nice welder. Goodluck.
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Check out this build thread;
http://www.rockymountainextreme.com/...ad.php?t=47224
I think you have to register and create login credentials for the site, but it's free. This build is one of the most well thought-out builds I've seen on an XJ, period. This guy has mad fab skills, and his rear 4 link is a pure work of art.
http://www.rockymountainextreme.com/...ad.php?t=47224
I think you have to register and create login credentials for the site, but it's free. This build is one of the most well thought-out builds I've seen on an XJ, period. This guy has mad fab skills, and his rear 4 link is a pure work of art.
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i got the welder and fab skills to do it so all i really need is just the basic parts to install. i plan on to do a bit more research before i actually start buying anything. i want to build as much as i can and then start putting on the parts. i will keep everybody updated on what my progress is on it and thanks for all who replyed it helped out alot.
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coilover failed
i had all the parts and tools to do the job but a camping trip the weekend before turned my cherokee into a huge paper weight. i blew the motor shattered the rear end and the frame is twisted. im starting over with a 94 cherokee in late fed or march. hope fully this one works out
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