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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 03:38 PM
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I had a 3" Zone lift installed on the Cherokee last week. Also went with an adjustable trac-bar.

What do you think?

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One thing I notice which I was not expecting was I get more tire noise since it's been lifted at highway speeds. I wouldn't of thought that would happen if I kept the same tires?
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 03:49 PM
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looks good, full leafs?
and i would add spacers up front to even out the lift. any plans for trimming/rims/tires?
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 04:22 PM
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I wouldnt space the front, The rear will settle some and its nice to have somewhat of a rack to it cause when you load up the rear with crap, you dont look like a fool
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 04:33 PM
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front coil springs, rear add a leaf.

here is the kit: http://zoneoffroad.com/product?ki=34&gr=-1

I think it sits pretty level as is...here are a couple more pics.



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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 04:34 PM
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Did you get the front end aligned after the lift was installed? Could be the cause of the increased tire noise.
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Bustedback
Did you get the front end aligned after the lift was installed? Could be the cause of the increased tire noise.
I did, the 4x4 shop had it done before I picked it up.
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 04:46 PM
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Front def looks lower....get out the old tape measure and check. The rear may settle though!!
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 04:47 PM
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That looks awesome bro!! Thats the same lift I'm getting at the end of the year!!
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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 04:50 PM
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Actually you might have to raise the rear. Most people's aal sag after a few months, My 3.5" bastard pack sagged too, nothing a shackle cant fix
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