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Old Apr 29, 2012 | 08:22 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown

Depends who you ask. Traditionally, I've heard people say:
CJ - Civilian Jeep
YJ - Yuppie Jeep
TJ - Toy Jeep
JK - Just Kidding (it isn't a real Jeep)
XJ - Xtreme Jeep
MJ - Monster Jeep

Realistically, it's just the system Jeep uses to designate their vehicles.
I think you slipped that mj one in the since you got one
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 08:24 PM
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Originally Posted by sycoglitch
I think you slipped that mj one in the since you got one
Don't hate
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 08:28 PM
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Anyone run 31x10.5 on 15x7 rims?
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 08:32 PM
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Originally Posted by askingxforxit
Anyone run 31x10.5 on 15x7 rims?
It's common. Good combination.
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 08:41 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
It's common. Good combination.

OK cool thanks! The guy at the tire shop didn't recommend it because the tire would bulge too much.. but if you guys have no issues then neither do i haha. Besides... I kind of like my gambler rims I got for $100 (5)
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown

Don't hate
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Old Apr 29, 2012 | 08:46 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown

Depends who you ask. Traditionally, I've heard people say:
CJ - Civilian Jeep
YJ - Yuppie Jeep
TJ - Toy Jeep
JK - Just Kidding (it isn't a real Jeep)
XJ - Xtreme Jeep
MJ - Monster Jeep

Realistically, it's just the system Jeep uses to designate their vehicles.
Haha I've heard xj is short for experimental. Idk if this is true or not though. Most ppl probably already know this but jeep actually came from the abbreviation GP which stood for general purpose. Due to people spurring the letters it started to sound like they were saying "Jeep". Thus the jeep name was born. That's how I understand it anyways.
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 08:53 PM
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Originally Posted by askingxforxit
Anyone run 31x10.5 on 15x7 rims?
My stock rims are 15x7... They are perfect with my 31x10.50's, no issues at all.
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 08:57 PM
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Originally Posted by cranesrule
My stock rims are 15x7... They are perfect with my 31x10.50's, no issues at all.

I kind of thought there wouldn't be any issues. The only thing I thought would be a problem is popping a bead when airing down in hairy situations. Thanks for the reply!
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 09:26 PM
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Thinking of getting a 3" RC lift. Is it a good lift? Do y'all think it will look good on my jeep?>>> I want a 4 1/2" lift but it's more expensive and plus I'm keeping these 30" tires. Tell me how you guys think both lifts would look>>
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Old Apr 29, 2012 | 10:15 PM
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They'd both look good. Just depends on your preference and budget.
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 10:20 PM
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Originally Posted by zombie jeep101
Thinking of getting a 3" RC lift. Is it a good lift? Do y'all think it will look good on my jeep?>>> I want a 4 1/2" lift but it's more expensive and plus I'm keeping these 30" tires. Tell me how you guys think both lifts would look>>
If you keeping the 30s it's a tough call. A good kit comes with what you need but the 30s are gonna look small. You could do a budget 3" lift for now and later on worry about the sye and larger lift and I don't know why I can't get my sentences together. Must be cause its late and it's been a long day. Nice lookin jeep btw
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Sideways99
even though the price tag is tempting aal's are not the answer.
the kit doesn't offer longer brake lines, front sway bar discos, or track bar options.
the need for a sye kit is jeep by jeep but good rule of thumb is 3 inch and up will need it eventually, and a t-case drop kit is only a band-aid that robs ground clearance.
research everything...
good luck

Thanks! My rear springs don't look saggy at all. The back sits a little higher than the front. So add a leaf might not be that bad temporarily. I want the leaf pack but im on a budget. Eventually Ill add the sway bar disconnects too. Had it on my old TJ and it was awesome. So would this kit be a better option since it has track bars? Or does it make a difference since the bars in this kit dont adjust? http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_xj_3x.html
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 10:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Nperryman
If your rear leaf springs are sagging any, you may want to save up and get full leaf packs. I went add a leaf and I am very happy with it. Adjustable track bar or track bar relocation bracket, a t case drop will probably be fine, it may not even need a tcase drop or a sye, every jeep is different
Thanks for your input, I think I will go with the aal. My back end is not sagging at all.
Old Apr 29, 2012 | 11:04 PM
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Originally Posted by dirt_biker_guy
OK guys, so I am wanting to lift my XJ. If I went with this RC 3inch what else would I need to go with it? http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_xj_3.html
Do I need adjustable track bars, or the SYE kit, or the transfer case drop bracket? I keep getting diff answers from people I know so maybe someone on here has a solid answer for me or is running the same kit. Thanks.
Originally Posted by Sideways99

even though the price tag is tempting aal's are not the answer.
the kit doesn't offer longer brake lines, front sway bar discos, or track bar options.
the need for a sye kit is jeep by jeep but good rule of thumb is 3 inch and up will need it eventually, and a t-case drop kit is only a band-aid that robs ground clearance.
research everything...
good luck
Fwiw- I went with rc 3" aal series 2 from grimus (jason) on the vendor forum for an incredible price. I am very happy with it and a year later, no noticable sag from aal. I later bought rc disco's that i very infrequently reconnect.

I didnt need an sye, tc drop, adustable trac bar, ext brake lines (didnt even rebend), and i wheel the dog snot out my rig. Just goes to show how different the tolerences can be. Start simple and work out the bugs as u go.

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