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First jeep, what will i need for a 4.5 inch lift??

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Old Jan 8, 2010 | 10:00 AM
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Default First jeep, what will i need for a 4.5 inch lift??

Ive heard that I will need a transfer case drop kit and new brake lines and a new drive shaft?? Any comments would be appreciated.
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Old Jan 8, 2010 | 10:07 AM
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most kits come with the TCL and the brake line relocation brackets you dont REALLY NEED the new drive shaft if you have a 2 door or you really articulate alot in the rear.
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Old Jan 8, 2010 | 10:26 AM
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What is the difference between 2 dr / 4 dr.
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Old Jan 8, 2010 | 10:43 AM
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Originally Posted by millman
What is the difference between 2 dr / 4 dr.
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Old Jan 8, 2010 | 10:48 AM
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i have heard from some customers that they needed to do that on the 2 doors more often than customers with 4 doors do.
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Old Jan 8, 2010 | 10:49 AM
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Drive shaft length! Either way it will be fine with the TCase drop, & brake line relocations! Don't go cheapo, get the full leaf packs not AAL!!!
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Old Jan 8, 2010 | 10:51 AM
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After 4 inches of lift, its always recomended that you buy an SYE kit and a new driveshaft. My 4.5" lift came with new stainless steel brake lines and a TC drop. I dont have any vibrations, however my rear output shaft bearing is being worn and is starting to make some noise.

P.S. Dont get AAL!!!!! go with the FULL PACKS!
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Old Jan 8, 2010 | 10:53 AM
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I have a 2 door on 5" lift w/TC drop & I've had no problems for 3-4 years now! Its a trail rig only, so it will flex with the best of them!!!
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Old Jan 8, 2010 | 11:58 AM
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Originally Posted by builtnotbought89'
I have a 2 door on 5" lift w/TC drop & I've had no problems for 3-4 years now! Its a trail rig only, so it will flex with the best of them!!!
Its 50/50... it works for some people and sometimes it doesnt.
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Old Jan 15, 2010 | 09:41 AM
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so ill just have to see after i install my lift if i need a extended drive line?
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I dont see the need to a new driveshaft unless your intalling a SYE (slip yoke eliminator).

I wouldnt worry about it, as long as you drop the t-case.
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Old Jan 15, 2010 | 10:19 AM
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so ill just have to see after i install my lift if i need a extended drive line?
Bingo! If u install the lift & u get a death wabble or ur slip yoke look like its slid out to much when u flex the rear end then go get a SYE kit!
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Old Jan 15, 2010 | 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by builtnotbought89'
Drive shaft length! Either way it will be fine with the TCase drop, & brake line relocations! Don't go cheapo, get the full leaf packs not AAL!!!

Listen to the man he know's what he's talking about lol. I didn't and went with a AAL.... that and shackles was supposed to give me 4.5 lift.... yeah well I had to do 1.5 blocks to even it out. I'm looking for new leafs right now!!!! N prolly won't do the SYE till I get to about 6"..... no flexin here tho just mud!!! 4.5 with TCase drop drove fine!!!!!
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