XJ Lift/Tire Setup thread
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From: coon rapids MN
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 H.O
3In zone off road up front.
3.5 iro rear springs with 2 leaves removed and boomerang shackles.
33x10.50 bfg on stock rims.
Had to trim the front.
3.5 iro rear springs with 2 leaves removed and boomerang shackles.
33x10.50 bfg on stock rims.
Had to trim the front.
Last edited by timamybrown; Apr 28, 2014 at 11:29 AM. Reason: changed rear spring setup
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From: North Hollywood, California
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
I was told my manufacture I'd not rub with 4.5" using 32's MT
Rough Country 4.5" lift.
32x11.5x15 Goodrich Wrangler MT's with Kevlar
Ultra Motor Sports 8" wheels with 3.75 backspacing
Installing Bushwaker Cut Out Flares any day now because Rough Country stated to me that I would not need any trimming with the 4.5" lift, and there should be no rubbing. Not the case. Minimal rubbing, and that's with no flex.
However she looks purty.
32x11.5x15 Goodrich Wrangler MT's with Kevlar
Ultra Motor Sports 8" wheels with 3.75 backspacing
Installing Bushwaker Cut Out Flares any day now because Rough Country stated to me that I would not need any trimming with the 4.5" lift, and there should be no rubbing. Not the case. Minimal rubbing, and that's with no flex.
However she looks purty.
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From: CT
Year: 1988
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 l6
Question chuck 82
4.5in X-Series spacers up front and a 1.5-2in adj shackle in the back. 33-12.5-15 Goodyear Wrangler Duratracs.
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Any disadvantages that u can share ?
Thank you
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From: WA
Model: Cherokee
XJ Lift/Tire Setup thread
Rough Country 4.5" lift.
32x11.5x15 Goodrich Wrangler MT's with Kevlar
Ultra Motor Sports 8" wheels with 3.75 backspacing
Installing Bushwaker Cut Out Flares any day now because Rough Country stated to me that I would not need any trimming with the 4.5" lift, and there should be no rubbing. Not the case. Minimal rubbing, and that's with no flex.
However she looks purty.
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32x11.5x15 Goodrich Wrangler MT's with Kevlar
Ultra Motor Sports 8" wheels with 3.75 backspacing
Installing Bushwaker Cut Out Flares any day now because Rough Country stated to me that I would not need any trimming with the 4.5" lift, and there should be no rubbing. Not the case. Minimal rubbing, and that's with no flex.
However she looks purty.
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Good looking rig. I've got the same tires and wheels. Just 35's. Good choice.
6.5" rough country lift
35x12.5/15 my/r's.
Not a great pic but the only one I have on my new phone.
Last edited by JWheeler; Apr 7, 2014 at 10:18 AM.
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From: NYC
Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 HO I6
Anyone using the Zone Offroad 3" Suspension System w/Rear Leaf Springs system? It looks like a pretty comprehensive package with the added Sway Bar Disconnects. http://zoneoffroad.com/zone-offroad-...erokee/j21-j22
I was told that the 95 XJ doesn't normally need a transfer case drop, thoughts?
Also, for a DD with light off road should I be adding a Steering Stabilizer or Adj Track Bar to this kit?
I was told that the 95 XJ doesn't normally need a transfer case drop, thoughts?
Also, for a DD with light off road should I be adding a Steering Stabilizer or Adj Track Bar to this kit?
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From: The 864
Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L In-line 6
I'm not sure the reasonin behind it I think it's because of the older TC but I have heard pre 96 are less likely to have driveline vibes at low lift. You do need to either redrill the track bar or put an adjustable one on. The ladder is the recommended route. And steering stabilizer only if yours is bad. It helps tighten the wheel up a little
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Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
I finally lifted mine after 7 years of having it. It's a RC 4.5 lift with Mickey Thompson MTZ's 285/75 (basically 33x11.50) stock jeep cherokee icon rims that I still love. I'm so happy with it.
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From: McDonough, GA
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
2" bb which is really like 1.5" with the saggy suspension
33x10.50 KM2's
15x8 soft 8's 3.75 bs
some metal removal and clearancing
same lift
31x10.50 bfg at ko's
stock ecco wheels
33x10.50 KM2's
15x8 soft 8's 3.75 bs
some metal removal and clearancing
same lift
31x10.50 bfg at ko's
stock ecco wheels