briansgarage

When this thing is fixed up, I plan to use it to pull an RV out to my camp ground.
I will need new springs without a doubt, mine are sagging and need replaced anyway. So I was going to do a lift kit with new springs, What are the chances of getting some heavier springs like 1/2 - 3/4 ton springs to keep from sagging while pulling an RV?
What would you suggest I do before I pull a 24ft RV down the road with it?
I have no doubt the 4.0 will pull it fine, may have to use 4wd to get it up my mountain though. But I'm not sure the springs will be strong enough.

VTJeep

If your going to lift it, you can probably find one you like that let's you pick the leaf stiffness. How big a lift you doin?

briansgarage

I was thinking about 3 inches. So I can have a little meat on the tires, without modding.

ragged1

OME has heavy duty leaf springs. Good stuff from what I hear, but kinda pricey.

VTJeep

OME is made by ARB. And yes it's pricey, but it's one of those get what ya pay for kinda deals. Only thing is, the only one I've seen for an xj is 1.5" and it's 904 bucks I think..

VTJeep

An alternative is doing a bastard pack, aka add a leaf, aka aal. You can use select leafs from a ford ranger (I think) this will def stiffen up the rear end and give you an even ride height even with cargo.

ragged1

S10 leaves are a big favorite for bastard packs as well.

VTJeep

That's what I meant.. S10 leafs

VTJeep

That's what I meant... S10 leafs...