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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 06:54 PM
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That would work, JKS is always a good product..
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 07:01 PM
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Ill go with that then.

Do I need bumpstops?

What else should I do suspension wise to have the perfect 3in lift?
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 07:03 PM
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Control arms??
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 07:08 PM
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Is there anything I need to do for steering??
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 07:16 PM
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-Steering new Alignment
-Control arms I would if you can, when you lift a ZJ and start wheeling it you will bend the stockers in short time.
- Bump stops not needed, I ran stockers with the 5.5" of lift without issue, now I would replace them with new ones though, and may be go 1" longer just to keep things from binding..
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 07:36 PM
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Anything else?
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 07:42 PM
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Get a set of JKS disconnects, there nice, smooth and last for ever..
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 09:10 PM
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Im making a list of everything. Stay tuned for it to come out. Adding everything up now
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 09:23 PM
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Well so far I have:
(prices are just est. dont include shipping and some I just rounded to top number anyway)

3in lift:
http://www.bds-suspension.com/kits/446H
$642.00

Front Adj Track Bar:
http://jeepinoutfitters.com/scripts/...idproduct=1400
$220.00

Tires(not rims):
http://www.quadratec.com/products/92609_13XX_PG.htm
$135.00 per tire
$675.00 Total 5 Tires

Alignment:
Local
$30.00

Rear UCA's:
http://jeepinoutfitters.com/scripts/...?idproduct=316
$265.00

Front UCA's:
http://jeepinoutfitters.com/scripts/...?idproduct=315
$285.00

Disconnects:
http://jeepinoutfitters.com/scripts/...p?idproduct=83
$145.00

Front LCA's
http://www.quadratec.com/products/56015_002.htm
$33.00

Rear LCA's
http://www.quadratec.com/products/56015_003.htm
$35.00

Brake extender:
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f61/howlers-items-5147/
http://www.cherokeetalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=595
$20.00



Total Cost(so far):
$2350.00

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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 09:24 PM
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Let me know if im missing anything. Or if I can find a better deal on some GOOD products.
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 09:28 PM
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Lower control arms missing..
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 09:40 PM
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Dang Ill add and edit. Thanks!!
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 09:46 PM
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You do know your in the price range of going long arm right? And you can probably get a complete kit for less.. I'll post up a few for you to look at..
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 09:49 PM
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Ok got em on the list.
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Old Nov 19, 2008 | 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by nick_n_ii
You do know your in the price range of going long arm right? And you can probably get a complete kit for less.. I'll post up a few for you to look at..
Thanks. Ill take a look. I dont know anything about this stuff. Glad I got you guys to help.
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