Advice on this lift Kit package
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Advice on this lift Kit package
Was looking to get this package (http://www.rustysoffroad.com/rustys-...-pack-kit.html) with the following configuration
I have a few questions for you guys:
1) Is this a good kit? (I mainly plan to go to the beach and do some light offroading upstate.)
2) Is this a good deal overall?
3) Would you change anything in the configuration or buy anything additional? (I read about also adding a transfer case drop kit)
4) Do I need/Should I get the Sway bar quick disconnect? (I don't even really know what a sway bar is, if I have one, or if i need to get one)
5) What should I expect this to cost for installation by a shop?
I have a few questions for you guys:
1) Is this a good kit? (I mainly plan to go to the beach and do some light offroading upstate.)
2) Is this a good deal overall?
3) Would you change anything in the configuration or buy anything additional? (I read about also adding a transfer case drop kit)
4) Do I need/Should I get the Sway bar quick disconnect? (I don't even really know what a sway bar is, if I have one, or if i need to get one)
5) What should I expect this to cost for installation by a shop?
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for an extra $200, I would get the metal cloak kit. Much more complete:
http://www.metalcloak.com/XJ-Cheroke...ion-p/7180.htm
That kit from what I see is missing longer brake lines, bump stops, control arms, track bar, etc. You will get that kit installed and realize you are missing a ton of pieces and have to go out and buy them.
http://www.metalcloak.com/XJ-Cheroke...ion-p/7180.htm
That kit from what I see is missing longer brake lines, bump stops, control arms, track bar, etc. You will get that kit installed and realize you are missing a ton of pieces and have to go out and buy them.
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for an extra $200, I would get the metal cloak kit. Much more complete:
http://www.metalcloak.com/XJ-Cheroke...ion-p/7180.htm
That kit from what I see is missing longer brake lines, bump stops, control arms, track bar, etc. You will get that kit installed and realize you are missing a ton of pieces and have to go out and buy them.
http://www.metalcloak.com/XJ-Cheroke...ion-p/7180.htm
That kit from what I see is missing longer brake lines, bump stops, control arms, track bar, etc. You will get that kit installed and realize you are missing a ton of pieces and have to go out and buy them.
Wouldn't it be more cost effective for me to buy the missing parts from Rusty?
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I've got a Rusty's lift on my XJ, and the quality of the springs and leafs are really nice. Made in the USA too. I've wheeled on it quite a bit so far, and it's held up real well. It also rides nice on the road, not harsh at all.
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Thanks! What other parts could I order from Rusty that I'm missing in the Kit?
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Stock you have a front sway bar and the rear one is optional.On road the sway bar controls the sway aka body roll when you turn or corner.The reason for sway bar disconnects is off road the sway bar will limit the flex on the front suspension.With the sway bar disconnects they do just that they let you unhook the sway bar for off road and hook it back up when you need it for on road.
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You don't really need sway bar disconnects, but they do make the ride on the trail a lot nicer because you have less head whip and a more compliant ride.
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for an extra $200, I would get the metal cloak kit. Much more complete:
http://www.metalcloak.com/XJ-Cheroke...ion-p/7180.htm
That kit from what I see is missing longer brake lines, bump stops, control arms, track bar, etc. You will get that kit installed and realize you are missing a ton of pieces and have to go out and buy them.
http://www.metalcloak.com/XJ-Cheroke...ion-p/7180.htm
That kit from what I see is missing longer brake lines, bump stops, control arms, track bar, etc. You will get that kit installed and realize you are missing a ton of pieces and have to go out and buy them.
BS you get all you need with that kit all the hardware is included with it. As far as brake lines, LCA's they aren't needed with a 3" lift if you have the proper wheels to go with the tires which are included with that kit. Make sure they are 15x8" with 3.75" of BS on the wheels then you can clear 12:50's from the LCA's if you run them I did.
BTW where do the Metal Cloak springs come from.....China. Rustys all are American made and the shocks are included but like every basic kit they are just a white body shock work OK but are cheap and can stand to be upgraded down the road.
Yes his Sway Bar disconnects are adjustable for "ALL" lift heights and will fit several different models. The price isn't bad either but they can be homemade also just like the transfer case drop kit both needed IMHO. You will need a track bar but do not buy Rustys cheap one, I had one a few yrs back and was unimpressed. I do have his HD Double Shear on now that I installed last year. I would suggest that no matter where you buy the track bar buy a good one and that can be used later if you go higher on lift.
As far as price for an install it depends a lot on where you live (labor rates). I had a local 2 man 4x4 Shop in business over 27 yrs. do mine. I waited while they installed it, almost 4 hrs to do the job and it cost $375.
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Was looking to get this package (http://www.rustysoffroad.com/rustys-...-pack-kit.html) with the following configuration
I have a few questions for you guys:
1) Is this a good kit? (I mainly plan to go to the beach and do some light offroading upstate.)
2) Is this a good deal overall?
3) Would you change anything in the configuration or buy anything additional? (I read about also adding a transfer case drop kit)
4) Do I need/Should I get the Sway bar quick disconnect? (I don't even really know what a sway bar is, if I have one, or if i need to get one)
5) What should I expect this to cost for installation by a shop?
I have a few questions for you guys:
1) Is this a good kit? (I mainly plan to go to the beach and do some light offroading upstate.)
2) Is this a good deal overall?
3) Would you change anything in the configuration or buy anything additional? (I read about also adding a transfer case drop kit)
4) Do I need/Should I get the Sway bar quick disconnect? (I don't even really know what a sway bar is, if I have one, or if i need to get one)
5) What should I expect this to cost for installation by a shop?
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