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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 07:48 PM
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Thanks guys! I'll upload a pic as I build. This is my first cherokee, my second jeep. After the first one I've been addicted. Any suggestions or things I need to know about it?
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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 08:38 PM
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PB Blaster. Hell, just get a pool of it and park the thing in it.
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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 08:46 PM
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Originally Posted by SteveMongr

Problem is you cannot go fast. That would bottom out left and right.
True partially. I don't go fast so it doesn't concern me but low rigs can go fast, that's what coilovers and air bumpstops are for
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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 09:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Boost Happy
Interesting how my jeep still has stock fender flares with 35s on 4.5in lift. With a full 14in of travel.
Per wheel?

So interesting we must see pictures.
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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 09:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Boost Happy

Interesting how my jeep still has stock fender flares with 35s on 4.5in lift. With a full 14in of travel.
In 4 pics
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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 10:35 PM
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Originally Posted by SteveMongr
That sounds awsome. Where does it sit? Like 5" up-travel, 9" down?
I am trying to dial in mine for desert and beach, whoops and little jumps, running fast off road.
It's a 5 hour drive to find rocks. (Big Levels)
35x12.50 KM2



Speed wouldn't be a issue. Front is bump stopped to 4in up travel. Rear is 3in up with no bump stop so speed in rear can be bumpy, but that droop! lol.

Heres a pic of it flexed with 32x11.50 Mud Claws


Pic flexing with 36X12.50 TSLs


All pictures were taken with same suspension setup and same trimming

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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 10:44 PM
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Originally Posted by mr white
In 4 pics
done
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Old Nov 6, 2013 | 11:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Boost Happy
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Hmm, not bad! I do say that is a huge 4.5" lift though
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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 05:27 AM
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Originally Posted by mrfajita
True partially. I don't go fast so it doesn't concern me but low rigs can go fast, that's what coilovers and air bumpstops are for
Thank You for the pictures BoostHappy! Am always interested in a well built ride and how a purpose built rig is set-up.
We just have different purposes for our builds.
Wish I could run coil overs. I use progressive rate coil springs and 'poor mans air bumps' which are Prothane coil inserts.
In the back, progressive rate competition bumpstops with BDS 7 leafs.
Makes for smooth landings.
Attached Thumbnails 4.5" lift with 31" tires-dsc02487.jpg   4.5" lift with 31" tires-dsc02830.jpg  

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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by holycaveman
Hmm, not bad! I do say that is a huge 4.5" lift though
The 35s make it huge looking. Lift is pretty dead on at 4.5, the rocker sits about an inch below the top of the wheel.
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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 09:41 AM
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Originally Posted by SteveMongr

Thank You for the pictures BoostHappy! Am always interested in a well built ride and how a purpose built rig is set-up.
We just have different purposes for our builds.
Wish I could run coil overs. I use progressive rate coil springs and 'poor mans air bumps' which are Prothane coil inserts.
In the back, progressive rate competition bumpstops with BDS 7 leafs.
Makes for smooth landings.
I want a set of those leafs. I've got some crappy AAL packs I got for 30 bucks lol
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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by mrfajita
I want a set of those leafs. I've got some crappy AAL packs I got for 30 bucks lol
Whatever works right!?
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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 12:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Boost Happy
The 35s make it huge looking. Lift is pretty dead on at 4.5, the rocker sits about an inch below the top of the wheel.
Yes I am going 36”-35" next year with a 2" lift. . And I forgot you have long arms.

Appreciate the info and pix.
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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 01:10 PM
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4.5' on 31"s
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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 01:32 PM
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Originally Posted by SteveMongr
4.5' on 31"s
I guess the main thing is .......

THANK HEAVEN HE IS NOT USING BLOCKS!!!


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