long arm vs. short arm?
02-24-2010, 05:03 PM
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long arm vs. short arm?
im sure this has been brought up before but i couldnt find it.....i currently have a 3" lift which consisted of new coils,lower control arms,shocks,and ad a leafs....pretty standard....this summer i wanted to upgrade to a 5.5 inch rubicon express lift. now what do i gain from spending the extra cash on the long arm kit both on and off the road. this jeep will be mostly used a DD. i just wanted to know what i gain....thanks for the help
02-24-2010, 05:13 PM
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long arms reduce the angle that the lower and upper control arms sit at, which prevents axle wrap from extreme flex produced from larger lifts. recommended for lifts over 4.5"
look in this thread for more info
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/all...go-here-10579/
also try searching tech write ups for more info
look in this thread for more info
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/all...go-here-10579/
also try searching tech write ups for more info
02-24-2010, 05:24 PM
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they put the arms back to the stock dimensions...which mean smoother ride and great flex.
Look into RC 4.5" LA kit...for the money you can beat it.
Look into RC 4.5" LA kit...for the money you can beat it.
02-24-2010, 06:07 PM
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Seriously, if you're tight on cash the drop brackets are a cheaper alternative that achieve nearly the same results.
02-24-2010, 08:00 PM
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