I was looking into Claytons Adjustable control arms there expensive really expensive but they look really durable and ive herd some good things about them. And i dont think it will be and either or situation, So are there any special tools im going to need to put this lift on?

hahaha Ya you better go to sleep around 6 pm on Saturday to make it.

will i need to worry about a drop bracket for the trac bar on a 3.5" lift?

If your going to spend that much check these out before you get the Claytons. These are the strongest and with free shipping there only about 12 bucks more. http://www.ironman4x4fab.com/Products/UCA-F.html

Nothing really special tool wise.

Not if your getting an adjustable TB. Double shear are the best design.

This was my 97 with the RE 3+ lift steering was stock and worked fine. Those are 30s.

im actually thinking of waiting on the upper untill i want to replace all of them, then i can use some of the money on rims cause im gonna get new tires aswell and if im gonna get them might aswell do that...

thats a good lookin xj im thinking 31's so might have to trim a little

31s will fit, mine measure 30.6, but youll rip off a flare if you flex to much. Summitracing has some nice wheels. Go more off set and you won't have to adjust your steering stops. I used a dremel with cut off wheels to trim, came out really clean, and the dremel doesnt get away from you as much as a grinder or saw zaw. But mike if you pick up a welder you should help me build a roof rack/spare mount

How many XJs have you had?

That's not a bad idea. That kit comes with the lowers. Those are the ones that hinder your flex the most.

I was looking at one from Harbor Freight that is on sale. I know its not the best but I want a JCR rear bumper and I could get the DIY bumper kit and the welder for a little less than the completed bumper. That way I can learn something and save a few bucks. Kind off just thinking about it right now though.

Welding is super easy

Welding is super easy. If you get it I would love to make templates to make my own

Mike,,,,I have had 6 and plus about 4 or5 I bought to part out. JeeperGB has had more than that. hahah

Purple,,,,If you get a Harbor freight welder I have a welder friend that buys those then rewires them with heavier gauge wire and welds everything with them. Plus I have a Hobart Handler 120V Argon gas Mig and Lincoln arc you welcome to borrow. The 120v you can run in your garage. The Lincoln is 220V and I have an adapter you can unplug the clothes dryer and weld with that one.

Hah that's a good idea.

I need to throw some tacks on my muffler but want to buy a borla muffler.

You guys are crazy. This is only my second one.