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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 12:00 PM
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XJ 4 Life 92, there are no true instructions as of yet that I know of, but I have installed the kit, it is a very straightforward install....

hardest parts are
1. drilling the side bolts through the frame rails, and
2. cutting off the factory bracketry (which you do with most other kits anyway)

I can answer any questions you would have about the install if you can't seem to get a hold of Kris, I know he stays SUPER busy! I actually am planning on doing an install write-up, but law school is so demanding i can't seem to find the time!!!

My own opinion, i would definitely run the poly bushings on the lowers for a DD, i run them, and am very happy with the ride, even with my crappy shocks!!
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Old Oct 31, 2011 | 04:14 PM
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Polymers probably might be a good idea then. I was looking at the bolt location for the upper control arms and was wondering how they would be installed. The only reason why I wanted instructions were to see what exactly needed to be done to get it on the road.

Sorry bout the older post, it was from my phone haha.

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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by XJ4life92
Polymers probably might be a good idea then. I was looking at the bolt location for the upper control arms and was wondering how they would be installed. The only reason why I wanted instructions were to see what exactly needed to be done to get it on the road.

Sorry bout the older post, it was from my phone haha.
In order to get the upper links attached, at least on the on the passenger side, it is best to install the whole mount with the heim already installed, and then just screw the arm into the heim. The exhaust is in the way of sliding the bolt into the hole. Kris has all of the tolerances on his mount pretty A+.
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 09:27 PM
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Ok sounds good. Ill prolly give him a call soon. I like his setup more then any other I've seen. Its close to bds's design but custom built.
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Old Nov 2, 2011 | 12:28 AM
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dude your jeep makes me say http://www.youtube.com/embed/rLQBebfEXpc

the pic of it on the ramp makes me wanna say http://www.youtube.com/embed/65PtQlQjoms
maybe my poor attempt at some humor but seriously your jeep is sexxxxyyyyy, im a nut for orange also lol vant wait to keep watching this build!
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Old Nov 2, 2011 | 07:22 AM
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Originally Posted by XJ4life92
Ok sounds good. Ill prolly give him a call soon. I like his setup more then any other I've seen. Its close to bds's design but custom built.
I'm 100% convinced that Kris had the STRONGEST & most CONVENIENT crossmember on the market....

He uses the 3 metric bolts on each side like TNT and other crossmembers, but he also has the two, grade 8, 9/16's bolts that run all the way through the frame rails. Also, not only do you have the potential to run 10 bolts in your mounting, but you also have the ability to drop your transfer case/skid and service the transfer case. Many companies either dont have a transfer case skid with the crossmember, or you have to drop your entire suspension to service the transfer case because they are one piece.....

Kris's crossmember is the best of both worlds....
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Old Nov 2, 2011 | 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by brianglawson

I'm 100% convinced that Kris had the STRONGEST & most CONVENIENT crossmember on the market....

He uses the 3 metric bolts on each side like TNT and other crossmembers, but he also has the two, grade 8, 9/16's bolts that run all the way through the frame rails. Also, not only do you have the potential to run 10 bolts in your mounting, but you also have the ability to drop your transfer case/skid and service the transfer case. Many companies either dont have a transfer case skid with the crossmember, or you have to drop your entire suspension to service the transfer case because they are one piece.....

Kris's crossmember is the best of both worlds....
Yea im certain that this is the kit I want. Shipping to PA is probably going to kill me though.

Also I noticed you could drop just the crossmember without dropping the mounts and I like how he uses the stock mounting holes along with the crush sleeves, the skid plate is almost a necessity, and I like that you can get a true 4 link, which is what im going for, cause this will be my daily driver. It should sit at about 4.5-5 inches of lift...hopefully nothing will have clearance issues.

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Old Nov 2, 2011 | 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by XJ4life92
Yea im certain that this is the kit I want. Shipping to PA is probably going to kill me though.
I lived in VA when i had mine shipped, i didnt pay too much. Give Kris a shout and talk to him about it, he's usually great with customer service!
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Old Nov 2, 2011 | 11:45 AM
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flexin LIKE A BOSS!!! my god shes got flex like a prostitute on muscle relaxers! you have got some excellent skills there nice work!
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Old Nov 2, 2011 | 02:57 PM
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Can you pm me kris's number? The website wont load and I wanna know how long it will take to build me a set up and I would like to order it today or tomorow
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Old Nov 3, 2011 | 03:28 PM
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Thanks Brian for helping me out as I am not as active on this forum as NAXJA. I think he pretty well answered everything with 100% accuracy. After talking on the phone with you it sounds like you will have a completed order soon. If you have any more question feel free to call or text me again mike.

For anyone interested my business number is 509 834 3260. I'll have to check into the website. Not much time to work on that while I'm actually building rigs.

Thanks for all the compliments guys and feel free to post up questions. I'll try to get more pics on here and finish the website.
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 12:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Lead Foot
Thanks Brian for helping me out as I am not as active on this forum as NAXJA. I think he pretty well answered everything with 100% accuracy. After talking on the phone with you it sounds like you will have a completed order soon. If you have any more question feel free to call or text me again mike.

For anyone interested my business number is 509 834 3260. I'll have to check into the website. Not much time to work on that while I'm actually building rigs.

Thanks for all the compliments guys and feel free to post up questions. I'll try to get more pics on here and finish the website.
Cool. I did send an email as well. I can't wait till I get it. Also would gladly run with those stickers you have. Id be glad to advertise for you haha. Thanks again for all your help.
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 09:28 AM
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Kris, no problem man!! anytime! I always told you i'd advertise.. haha give me a shout sometime so we can discuss those other parts!!
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 09:30 AM
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is there a working web site to your product?
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Old Nov 4, 2011 | 11:11 AM
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Hey kris do you live in yakima? I'm pretty sure I've seen you around and my sister was telling me her friends cousin has his own suspension company. Might be a coincidence though.
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