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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 10:06 AM
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Got a few questions on lifts. Doin some searches.

http://rustysoffroad.com/mm5/merchan...ode=sus_zj_kit
On This^ lift. What do I need extra for it? Kinda cheap for a lift.
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 10:09 AM
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Also Looking for a good quality lift. Wanting 3-3.5 inch lift. Also trying to get a good deal.
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 10:18 AM
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http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_zj_4.html

Kinda cheap for a 4in?
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 10:18 AM
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http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_zj_4.html

Kinda cheap for a 4in?
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 10:30 AM
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Sometimes you get what you pay for, so just keep that in mind when buying a suspension for your vehicle. That being said, from my experiance with my BDS lift, I'd definitely recommend their products, and you may be able to get a pretty sweet deal at a local 4x4 shop, which would eliminate the hassle of shipping. And BDS warranty is great! One of my buddies smashed up a few of his BDS parts by picking a bad line, and they replaced the parts for him without a second thought!

BDS 3 Inch Lift For ZJ


BDS 4.5 Inch Lift For ZJ

BDS 6.5 Inch Lift For ZJ

I know you're probably not interested in the last two, but I figured I'd post 'em up anyway...

Also check out Iron Rock Off Road.

IRO 3.5" ZJ Lift

IRO 4.5" ZJ Lift

Later.
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 10:48 AM
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BDS have good prices. How good is iron rock off road? And why are the front coils 3in and the rear 2in coils? wouldnt it sit funny?
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 10:53 AM
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"If your vehicle is equipped with a CV style drive shaft mount at the front pinion, then it will need to be replaced with a Spicer style u-joint drive shaft in order to eliminate vibration."

What do they mean?
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 11:05 AM
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Originally Posted by xtreme velocity
BDS have good prices. How good is iron rock off road? And why are the front coils 3in and the rear 2in coils? wouldnt it sit funny?
Coils are different so your Jeep will sit level or flat instead of having a "rake" as they do from the factory. (Rear sits a little higher then the front, stock)

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"If your vehicle is equipped with a CV style drive shaft mount at the front pinion, then it will need to be replaced with a Spicer style u-joint drive shaft in order to eliminate vibration."

What do they mean?
Which kit is that from? If you're going less then 4 inches or so, I wouldn't worry too much about it. But it is a good upgrade to do.

Here's a pic of the shafts...

http://bp3.blogger.com/_Kbm_J962Ywk/...iveCOmpair.jpg

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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 01:33 PM
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Where can I find one at? are they pricey?
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 07:18 PM
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I put a bds in my jeep. I wish I would have done a bit more research as I wanted 3 -3.5. I ended getting there 2 in. It works great and rides nice but I would lilke to get rid of my rake. I think I could put a spring spacer in but I am not sure whether I need to get a trac bracket. I got one for the rear with the kit but nothing for the front.
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 07:43 PM
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I think im going to go with the 3.5in BDS Seem to get alot from them thats good.
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that would be my choice. it was as I said, only the idiots here didnt offer me the higher one. Now I will try to order the rest of the kit.
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 09:50 PM
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Well I'm of a different mind set. Hope later this winter to pick up another ZJ and it's going full on Rusty's. I just real like his products...
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 09:51 PM
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And just a side note, RE, Rusty's and BDS all us the same Coil and Leaf manufacturer..
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Old Nov 16, 2008 | 08:20 AM
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What make their prices so different??
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