98 xj 3inch lifting help needed
07-24-2012, 01:40 AM
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98 xj 3inch lifting help needed
So im looking at buying a 3inch rusty with new leaf packs since they are like 20 min from my house but im wondering what I need to keep the steering right. I was thinking a adjustable control arm, droped pitman arm and some new control arms, steering box brace, and a trans case drop to keep vibes away.
07-24-2012, 01:48 AM
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Year: 1987 Comanche,1990
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L Renix
Not much is needed for a 3" lift. Just use what the kit gives you. Just remember you need to get a realignment.
07-24-2012, 02:21 AM
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I have the exact set up as your talking about, 98 too.
I didnt mess with my steering or track bar at all. all stock. Drives fine. But if you have a 242 and 8.25 then get a tc drop.
I didnt mess with my steering or track bar at all. all stock. Drives fine. But if you have a 242 and 8.25 then get a tc drop.
07-24-2012, 01:53 PM
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Year: 1994
Model: Cherokee
Engine: Inline 6 4.0L High Output
Part time & full time = NP 242
2 hi 4hi N 4 lo = NP 231
It wont matter though a TC drop is a TC drop because is drops the crossmember down...
3 inches wont change much for your trackbar but i redrilled the axle mount for it. If you have the funds and wheel is buy an adjustable track bar though...
2 hi 4hi N 4 lo = NP 231
It wont matter though a TC drop is a TC drop because is drops the crossmember down...
3 inches wont change much for your trackbar but i redrilled the axle mount for it. If you have the funds and wheel is buy an adjustable track bar though...
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Year: 1994
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Engine: Inline 6 4.0L High Output
I would only do one if you get vibes... your track bar and drag link have to be at the same angle to keep DW away...
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Model: Cherokee
Part time & full time = NP 242
2 hi 4hi N 4 lo = NP 231
It wont matter though a TC drop is a TC drop because is drops the crossmember down...
3 inches wont change much for your trackbar but i redrilled the axle mount for it. If you have the funds and wheel is buy an adjustable track bar though...
2 hi 4hi N 4 lo = NP 231
It wont matter though a TC drop is a TC drop because is drops the crossmember down...
3 inches wont change much for your trackbar but i redrilled the axle mount for it. If you have the funds and wheel is buy an adjustable track bar though...
You either have a 8.25 or a d35 rear end. the 8.25 is a bit longer (pinion).
So if you have abs, you have a d35, if not, you have a 8.25
The combo of 4.0-aw4-242-8.25 on a 97+ You will need a tc drop. But its just a bandaid that puts more stress on motor/tranny mounts
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Year: 1996
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Engine: i-6 4.0
Originally Posted by xjchris
It does matter on the 97+. with the 242 + 8.25, it is the shortest rear drive shaft put in cherokees, and at 3 inch lift, i NEEDED one. If you have a 231 and 8.25, you may not need one because they drive shaft is longer.
You either have a 8.25 or a d35 rear end. the 8.25 is a bit longer (pinion).
So if you have abs, you have a d35, if not, you have a 8.25
The combo of 4.0-aw4-242-8.25 on a 97+ You will need a tc drop. But its just a bandaid that puts more stress on motor/tranny mounts
