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Old Mar 9, 2013 | 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by xj_maniac_newb
Most recommend them at 6" of lift and up, however i have them at 4.5-5" of lift and love them. I dont really need the drop brackets, but had them and used them.
How well did they improve the ride?
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Eagle564
Well i paid and exorbent amount of moolah but now im going to have a 4.5" RE lift on my xj in a week or so.
How much did you pay?
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 08:22 PM
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Originally Posted by DieselD
Hope to hell there isn't a crack up top... that'd stink. I can't say I don't because I haven't looked. Lol

The lines did sit for a loooong time disconnected. But I wrapped em in layers of contractors plastic and taped them up. Guess enough moisture got in there over the years time somehow.
I've seen tranny fluid and rear end fluid turn color do to water, from condensation forming inside. Right now is the perfect time of year for it, with the cold nights and warmer days.
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 08:48 PM
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Ok guys. Two questions. First, I have the lovely angry sparrow under my jeep. I know I need to rebuild front dS and velocity joint when I pay some bills and get the funds. Is there a way to temporarily quiet the squawking until I replace it. It's crazy in the morning.

Second question, what's a good weld on LCA skid plate. Saw jks has some for $22 but not sure if mini skids are good protection. Thanks in advance
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 08:51 PM
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Use some white lithium
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
The latch mechanisms on the two different door styles are different. The piece on the body would need to be swapped, and the hole from the old piece filled in.

It's been done many times. I was going to put 97+ doors on my Comanche, but I couldn't find any that are full manual. I'm just upgrading the mirrors instead.
Got a set down her near me for 40 a pop.... kinda of a long haul for doors though - manual locks, manual mirrors, manual windows and speakers in teh door
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 08:53 PM
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Hey has anyone ever done ball joints in their driveway? I've got popping and sloppy steering going on and I know for a fact I need ball joints and I'm pretty sure I need new tie rod ends...
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 08:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Basslicks
Hey has anyone ever done ball joints in their driveway? I've got popping and sloppy steering going on and I know for a fact I need ball joints and I'm pretty sure I need new tie rod ends...
Ball joints ain't hard just make sure to get the tool
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 08:55 PM
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Yup. Rent the tool and it's pretty easy.
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by hick92
Ball joints ain't hard just make sure to get the tool
Originally Posted by theyammieguy
Yup. Rent the tool and it's pretty easy.
right on
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 09:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Customizer1000
Use some white lithium
I've read up about doing that but wanted to consult you guys first.
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 11:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Basslicks
Hey has anyone ever done ball joints in their driveway? I've got popping and sloppy steering going on and I know for a fact I need ball joints and I'm pretty sure I need new tie rod ends...
Don't if you're getting a d30
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 11:34 PM
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So anyone know what will take the leftover foam tape from the emblems off
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 11:40 PM
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Originally Posted by hick92
So anyone know what will take the leftover foam tape from the emblems off
Goop off. Carb clean. Brake clean. Adhesive remover. Fire.
Old Mar 9, 2013 | 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by odgreen89on35s

Goop off. Carb clean. Brake clean. Adhesive remover. Fire.
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