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Old Apr 17, 2011 | 08:09 PM
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Pretty easy question I guess.

What is the most comprehensive lift kit ( 3" ) that can be bought for less than $500.00

I have a 1996 two door XJ and it is time to put on new shocks, I figure if I am going to fight that battle I might as well get some real benefit and throw in a lift.

Not sure how big of a fight I want to take on, I'd like to put new leaf springs on but hear the front bolts can be a real nightmare.

If $500.00 is not enough I guess I could be bumped to say $750.

Not really looking to wheel this thing but I stole a set of brand new wheels and tires ..... 5 of them off of a Wrangler that a guy lifted and bought new wheels and tires. I got 5 wheels and tires ( 30X9.50R15LT ) for $150.00. Spare has never been used and the 4 on the ground have 1,100 miles on them.

The look like they might rub if I hit a hard bump at speed with the stock setup as it is, so a lift is in order.

Budget Boost is not the way I want to go.


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Old Apr 17, 2011 | 08:11 PM
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I would go with a nice full 3.5 inch lift
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Old Apr 17, 2011 | 08:30 PM
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Looking for actual kit recommendations within my price range.

Also looking for comprehensive kit, I don't want to get into the job and find out I need to order additional stuff.

Also don't want to " have to " do a Transfer Case Drop or SYE.

From what I understand that limits me to 3" or so.
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Old Apr 17, 2011 | 08:38 PM
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Rough Country 3 inch aal
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 04:08 PM
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This is what i plan to get http://rustysoffroad.com/mm5/merchan...ode=sus_xj_kit 3inch with full leafs and the price isnt bad either
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 04:25 PM
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rustys or rough country probably. zone off road also makes a good kit and haven't heard anything bad. I have rustys and am happy
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by PJsJeep
rustys or rough country probably. zone off road also makes a good kit and haven't heard anything bad. I have rustys and am happy
There's a guy on here who is a Zone Offroad Rep he sell the stuff for 10% off usually i'll find the thread for ya in a minute

EDIT: here ya go hope it helps!

https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f10/zo...pension-81692/

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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 05:34 PM
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3" rough country is what i have great ride and awesome off road cheap too
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Old Apr 18, 2011 | 05:48 PM
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I am waiting for the arrival of my IRO 3" kit with 3.5" packs. Try to stay away from aal if u can. i ordered some extra stuff, like shock boots and HD front stabilizer with it and i paid 735 shipped.
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