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Jan 22, 2010 | 05:23 AM

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gladiatoro

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From: Kelowna B.C CANADA

Year: 2000 Cherokee Sport(Factory Silverstone Metallic Clear Coat)

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L

I think I will go with the Rough Country 6.5 it is a awesome deal at 849.00 , then I will upgrade to the long arm kit later , I didn't know I could do that , thanks for the info everyone! ( is it a big job to upgrade to the long arm kit later ?) , with 6.5 I can install 33" (285/75/15) no problem without trimming or 35" with minor trimming , XJ's just look awesome with a big lift and beefy tires ...

Jan 22, 2010 | 06:28 AM

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csmart30

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From: Provo, UT

Year: 1993

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 straight 6

the older NP231's (pre '97)can handle more lift without an SYE because its made a little different than the newer ones, someone told me UP TO 6 (not quite sure that's for real...the max height I mean), but I have about a 3.5" and no probs on my '93 but I will do my own SYE when money is not as tight, with 6.5" no matter year what you should do a SYE, (You then will never have to wonder if you are causing damage)

Jan 22, 2010 | 08:20 AM

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gladiatoro

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From: Kelowna B.C CANADA

Year: 2000 Cherokee Sport(Factory Silverstone Metallic Clear Coat)

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L

Rough Country 6.5

I have decided to go with the Rough Country 6.5 long arm lift , everyone tells me that the long arm system is a much smother ride on and off road . Question , can I put 33" tires on my stock 15" aluminum rims? or do I have to buy different rims? For 1299.00 I think the lift is a awesome deal... (=

Jan 22, 2010 | 08:41 AM

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sflxj

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From: Fort Lauderdale

Year: 1993

Model: Cherokee

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If you do narrow 33's like 10.5 wide you will be ok w/ minor rubbing but you won't get the wide stance so much because the stock rims aren't backspaced

Jan 22, 2010 | 10:58 PM

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Cliff

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From: 25 Miles From Moab!

Year: 1998

Model: Cherokee

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Question , can I put 33" tires on my stock 15" aluminum rims? or do I have to buy different rims?

You can put them on stock rims but I would purchase some new ones. This way you will have a wider stance for more stability and less rubbing due to different backspacing. You could always put them on the stock wheels for now and upgrade later if cash is short.

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Nice choice! I agree with the kit being a good deal. My 6.5 LA is on order and should be here sometime in the next few days

Jan 22, 2010 | 11:10 PM

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Maroonxj

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From: Virginia

Year: 2000

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L

I am thinking about the rc 6.5 LA kit and I am wondering if anyone knows what size shims I would need to get my pinion angle close. If it is easier to just measure after the kit is installed you can still drive with without it right

Jan 22, 2010 | 11:33 PM

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89whiteXJ

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From: Jacksonville, FL

Year: 1989

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0L

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Originally Posted by ktmracer419

you can fit 33's on the 3.5"

6.5" will require more parts than the kit shows
sye and cv shaft and steering are the main items to address at that height.
and 6.5" of lift on shortarms rides terribly.

My 6.5 RC is perfect. If you get the drop arm brackets the ride is not bad b/c it moves the control arms down. Also you dont need any part. I bought my lift and needed nothing else. No need for a SYE with this lift for me atleast that is. I have no vibes from it.

You can look at my pictures to see a few flex pictures of it and with 33" tires

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Originally Posted by trans_am7935

if you do get the rough country kit, don't get the short arm one, shell out the extra 300 for the long arm kit. it has better shocks, much better quality and quieter quick disconnects, softer springs, and of coarse.....long arms! it will handle 33" tires with no problem, but you will still need a SYE and new drive shaft. i pulled the front one off a 1999-2004 jeep grand Cherokee and used it in the rear of mine. works great. but be advised at that height you will need a steering brace, they go for about $70.

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Originally Posted by trainer7

nothing is wrong with the r/c 6.5 im running that and it a good quality lift and cant beat the price!! i'm running no sye on my 94 and its fine!! unless your seriously looking for crazy flex on the rig , nothing is wrong with it .i beat mine to hell all the time with my buddys rig's that have r/e and long arm kits rock krawler long arms and the whole 9 yards mine has never came up short!! and everything is in the kit don't know what these guys are talking bout!! so unless you wanna drop over 3 g's for the well " looked " at brands r/c is a good lift they alos have the long arm kit available for like 1200 well worth it i wish they would had it when i go mine!! but over all i think it is a good lift!! and just seems to get flexier and flexier!!

I agree with you both.