Lead Foots FROEHLICH Suspension Tech Build
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From: Greensboro, NC
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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!!
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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From: Levittown P.A.
Year: 1992
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L H/O
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.
Sorry bout the older post, it was from my phone haha.
Last edited by XJ4life92; Nov 1, 2011 at 12:46 AM.
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From: Greensboro, NC
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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.
Sorry bout the older post, it was from my phone haha.
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From: Cumberland, Ohio
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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!
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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From: Greensboro, NC
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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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From: Levittown P.A.
Year: 1992
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L H/O
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....
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.
Last edited by XJ4life92; Nov 2, 2011 at 09:50 AM.
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From: Greensboro, NC
Year: 1998
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From: Levittown P.A.
Year: 1992
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L H/O
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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From: Lynden, WA
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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.
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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From: Levittown P.A.
Year: 1992
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L H/O
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.
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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From: Yakima
Year: 1993
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: i6
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.


