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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 09:51 AM
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im looking to lift my 88 cherokee chief and run some 31s what is the best lift to use? im looking for something that wont break the bank but still decent quality. the jeep is my daily in the winter i just want to set it up just a little bit. from what i have read the lift would be 3.5 up front and 3 in the rear. any info or tips just let me know thanks Dan

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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:01 AM
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My rough country 3 inch lift I have is well priced and has great quality. Get the full leaf pack though, the AAL (which i have...) makes for a real uncomfortable drive.
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:02 AM
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Check the build section of this forum and you will find a lot out.
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:07 AM
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I have the same dilema, i want to lift mine a bit but i don't know what to get...what about those blocks and U bolts kits that a saw at pepboys for $30? Are they any good? And 3" spacers for the front coils? I don't know ... I need awnsers too
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:07 AM
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Ol' Bloo
My rough country 3 inch lift I have is well priced and has great quality. Get the full leaf pack though, the AAL (which i have...) makes for a real uncomfortable drive.
dont drive good anymore? i dont wanna lose drive quailty thats for sure. so the RC kit with the new rear leafs is the way to go?
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:18 AM
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I love my BDS lift.
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:19 AM
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Originally Posted by TheJerm
You get what you pay for
Believe it or not when i was looking at that kit ,,, a little devil on my shoulder told me the same thing and made me walk away...what should i get? I just want a little boost , i dont want big tires or anything extreme just a small modification
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:24 AM
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i was looking at this set up any one have any experience with this? install im not worried about i just want some decent parts and have the jeep sit nice aswell
http://www.roughcountry.com/jeep_xj_3x.html
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http://bds-suspension.com/product?ma...8&yr=1984-2001
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:25 AM
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Originally Posted by xjmafia

dont drive good anymore? i dont wanna lose drive quailty thats for sure. so the RC kit with the new rear leafs is the way to go?
The aal subtracts from ride quality a little bit, but it rides better than stock.
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:27 AM
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so your better off with a whole new leaf set up rather then aal? i posted 2 links to the kits i was looking at. im thinking of ordering that RC kit


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The aal subtracts from ride quality a little bit, but it rides better than stock.
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:34 AM
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Thank you xjmafia!!! So that means that shackles , spacers and good shocks will give me what i'm looking for?
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:36 AM
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nothing rides better than a full rubicon express lift. Its all about the shock though. I found that a 3000 series works the best. Find a shock that is equal to your weight.
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:45 AM
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Originally Posted by xjmafia
so your better off with a whole new leaf set up rather then aal? i posted 2 links to the kits i was looking at. im thinking of ordering that RC kit
Yeah, the full leaf pack is a more expensive option, but defintiely worth the trouble.
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 10:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Gee oh Dee
I love my BDS lift.
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