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Old 04-20-2010, 08:54 PM
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ok everyone, i just got a '98 xj sport, came with 3.5" procomp lift with 31's. The rear leafs are flat... i am wanting to get a total of 5 or 5.5" of lift.

now i have read about the bastard pack and know there are diff leafs you can use, which ones would be best to achieve what i am wanting?

i know i'm gonna have to do a list of stuff to make things right when lifting it 2 more inches, but who all has done this and what have you guys got away with not doing etc...

thanks for your time!
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I beleive people use a dakota leafs but thats only good for 3inches. you could add a 2"bb but thats not adding flex. just my 2 cents
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what way is there to add flex?

also are there any other options?
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There's quit a few threads here, about lifts. And the problems that come with various lift heights. If you want bigger tires? I would trim the fenders first, My self. And you can get a lot flex, with out more lift. Do a search here, under COG (center of gravity) There is a lot extremely knowledgeable folks here. "Experts" on height, vs flex, vs COG. Take some time, and keep reading. You might find that you'll change your mind on additional lift. JMO!
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well i really am not interested in too much flex, this is my DD so i dont want to tear it up tryign to get max flex, i want more lift for the look. i dont plan on going over a 32" tire to keep the gas mileage down and cost of rubber.

but i'll keep lookin around man. thanks
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i put the main leaf from an s10 spring under the xj main and it lifted my stock inverted springs like 2 inches
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