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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 09:18 AM
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Hey guys. I am getting a 3 inch lift on my 99 xj and i was wondering if i will need new shocks or if the old ones will fit? Thanks
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 09:19 AM
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Originally Posted by crazycart94
Hey guys. I am getting a 3 inch lift on my 99 xj and i was wondering if i will need new shocks or if the old ones will fit? Thanks
you will need new socks
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by 1plunk

you will need new socks
Yeah, and shocks.
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 10:40 AM
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Save up your money and do it right. Get the full rear leafs and all new shocks. Yes it's going to cost more, but trust me, you'll be glad you did it in the long run.

Also, you're probably gonna need a t-case drop kit. I did.. mine's a 2000.
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by hankthetank

Yeah, and shocks.
Lol whoops
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