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No, I don't lick fish.
So Ive been running stock wheels with slightly larger tires on my 99 since 2002. I have shackles and spacers that supposedly give me a 2" lift. No issues.
I just picked up some 15x8 wheels as I EVENTUALLY want to do a real 4" lift with trimmed fenders, etc., and run 33x10.5's. However, for the time being, what size rubber should I put on these 15x8's? Should I just stick with my 235/75's?
I just picked up some 15x8 wheels as I EVENTUALLY want to do a real 4" lift with trimmed fenders, etc., and run 33x10.5's. However, for the time being, what size rubber should I put on these 15x8's? Should I just stick with my 235/75's?
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I agree with these guys also... I personally would stick with 235's, The 8" wheel will give them a better flatter contact patch on the road to wear more evenly and they are still just as good as all the rest off road because these Jeeps are so light. Less tire width, less stuff you will hit with the sidewalls when off road.
Just keep an eye on your sidewalls next to the bead, some brands are now cracking in this area over time when put on a slightly wider wheel. Not because of the application, but because of the cheap materials. They are not putting enough natural rubber in these new tires like they should be.
Just keep an eye on your sidewalls next to the bead, some brands are now cracking in this area over time when put on a slightly wider wheel. Not because of the application, but because of the cheap materials. They are not putting enough natural rubber in these new tires like they should be.
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Year: 1990
Engine: Renix 4.0
A couple of questions here
I am in the process of ordering a lift. I will spare the unnecessary details.
So far I plan to get 4" OME medium duty leaf springs part # CS033RA
I need new bushings for the leaf springs. I have heard that the stock size will work. Does anybody have a recommendation for new leaf spring bushings? Links would be great!
I also want heavy duty shackles with 0" of lift. Are there any options here? Or am I missing something?
I am in the process of ordering a lift. I will spare the unnecessary details.
So far I plan to get 4" OME medium duty leaf springs part # CS033RA
I need new bushings for the leaf springs. I have heard that the stock size will work. Does anybody have a recommendation for new leaf spring bushings? Links would be great!
I also want heavy duty shackles with 0" of lift. Are there any options here? Or am I missing something?
Last edited by craigjacob1; 11-08-2017 at 10:43 PM.
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https://www.ironrockoffroad.com/prod...t-shackle.html
Unless your wanting rubber bushings:
Get a tube of marine grade grease at Walmart. Not enough with the kit.
Unless your wanting rubber bushings:
Get a tube of marine grade grease at Walmart. Not enough with the kit.
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https://www.ironrockoffroad.com/prod...t-shackle.html
Unless your wanting rubber bushings:
https://www.amazon.com/Energy-Suspen...BHNJDFDY77ACGE
Get a tube of marine grade grease at Walmart. Not enough with the kit.
Unless your wanting rubber bushings:
https://www.amazon.com/Energy-Suspen...BHNJDFDY77ACGE
Get a tube of marine grade grease at Walmart. Not enough with the kit.
Thanks for the info!
I really like the IRO shackles.
This lift is getting expensive fast. I really didn't want to buy a relocation bracket just to keep the factory height.
I will be using the poly bushings as well. I ordered a tube of super lube ptfe (teflon) synthetic grease from amazon that is supposed to work great on them.
Last edited by craigjacob1; 11-09-2017 at 06:43 PM.
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"So far I plan to get 4" OME medium duty leaf springs part # CS033RA"
"I really didn't want to buy a relocation bracket just to keep the factory height."
Thought you were doing a 4" lift?
"I really didn't want to buy a relocation bracket just to keep the factory height."
Thought you were doing a 4" lift?
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I meant the factory height of the shackle.
I'm not going to be rock crawling it any time soon, so for now I would like to lift the rear using only the leaf pack.
edit: now I'm considering a relocation bracket for the ride quality. Hold on while I go pull my hair out.....
Last edited by craigjacob1; 11-09-2017 at 07:42 PM.
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I figured you might find out about shackle angle issues and ride quality. The member I bought my IRO shackles from found out that shackles of that design which a majority are would hit the relocation bracket when flexing. I am almost positive he went with these.
https://www.core4x4.com/products/che...p?add_cart_now
https://www.core4x4.com/products/che...p?add_cart_now
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Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
A couple of questions here
I am in the process of ordering a lift. I will spare the unnecessary details.
So far I plan to get 4" OME medium duty leaf springs part # CS033RA
I need new bushings for the leaf springs. I have heard that the stock size will work. Does anybody have a recommendation for new leaf spring bushings? Links would be great!
I also want heavy duty shackles with 0" of lift. Are there any options here? Or am I missing something?
I am in the process of ordering a lift. I will spare the unnecessary details.
So far I plan to get 4" OME medium duty leaf springs part # CS033RA
I need new bushings for the leaf springs. I have heard that the stock size will work. Does anybody have a recommendation for new leaf spring bushings? Links would be great!
I also want heavy duty shackles with 0" of lift. Are there any options here? Or am I missing something?
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Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee
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shop called today, said the crown OEM shackle I bought weren't working with the OME CS033RB springs... I told him theres plenty of people running that spring with stock shackles- not sure what the mix up was. pretty disheartening when a reputable offroad and fab shop calls and tells me that.
this was after telling me my drivers side spring perch was rusted beyond repair and they snapped a rear shock bolt removing the RC lift that was on there. gets that's what I get for buying a low mileage 16 year old whip... vent over
this was after telling me my drivers side spring perch was rusted beyond repair and they snapped a rear shock bolt removing the RC lift that was on there. gets that's what I get for buying a low mileage 16 year old whip... vent over
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Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
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Ooooorrrrrr, for buying a vehicle with rust, not doing research on common issues before buying the vehicle and mods (I'm sure you did because you got quality stuff, but a lot dont), and/or not doing the work yourself haha (was me even I got my first jeep, everything went wrong haha). Rust and broken bolts are very common in these...i try and do most things myself after reading up a bit. If i can't do it, there is probabably someone i know that I can ask to help me, and probably for free
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Ooooorrrrrr, for buying a vehicle with rust, not doing research on common issues before buying the vehicle and mods (I'm sure you did because you got quality stuff, but a lot dont), and/or not doing the work yourself haha (was me even I got my first jeep, everything went wrong haha). Rust and broken bolts are very common in these...i try and do most things myself after reading up a bit. If i can't do it, there is probabably someone i know that I can ask to help me, and probably for free
could I install the lift? yes I could- do I have time? unfortunately no. so im paying for it- more ways than one. i did my homework, in depth- not really. saw a low mileage, relatively clean XJ and bit.... it happens lol
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I too bought a low mileage nearly completely rust free XJ recently... and while it ran fine, it needed a few things to bring it up to condition level I keep my vehicles in. So yeah.. s*** always happens. lol.
We just hope it's a few drops and not an entire s*** storm. lol