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Old 03-06-2009, 09:36 PM
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maybe a small 31x10.5

and you may rub a bit
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what is the largest tire i could fit with about 1.75" of lift?
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Originally Posted by Wilbur2001XJ
what is the largest tire i could fit with about 1.75" of lift?
I would say 30's...you could maybe fit 31's but you would def. have to trim! I would stick to 30's
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31s will not fit real well without trimming, if it is a strict on road vehicle then you might be ok except for sharp turns, any bumps and it will rub, i had 31s and a 2inch bb and had to change to a 30 in tire
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Moved to the proper section.
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I was searching around and i saw that a 3.5" lift from Rubicon Express is the same thing as a Rough Country 4.5" lift kit. Now i dont know which one to go for. Any suggestions?
Not sure if this has been answered.. The RE is a 3.5" lift but will actually sit at about 4.25-4.5" an the RC 4.5 will from what I hear sit close to 5".. I don't think you will go wrong with either lift. If you go with the RE 3.5 make sure you get a 3/4" front coil spacer to level it out.
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I just put a 4 1/2 lift on my 96 cherokee....the problem is my track bar is off by like 1 inch or so...whats the eazy way to get this lined up? Thanks
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Originally Posted by CUZTOM GUY
I just put a 4 1/2 lift on my 96 cherokee....the problem is my track bar is off by like 1 inch or so...whats the eazy way to get this lined up? Thanks
Redrill the mount (gojeep has the best write up for that) or pop for a new adjustable bar. IMHO, if you have that much lift I'd go for a new bar. Iron Rock off road has a beefy adjustable that's reasonable. TnT customs makes a nice one. Get a double shear though, it will last longer. I had one that used a heim at the frame end and I had to replace it every year. Not a good thing if you ask me.
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Need Some Tire Advice


im looking for 31/10.50/15 Mud tires some thing like the BFG KM1 style(wich is no longer made) any sugestions on what brand is good on the highway and in muddy trails i was looking at the hankook and the KM2 but there kinda pricey so im also loking for cheeper, also i am NOT looking at retreads so i already know about treadwright, are trux mt's good on the road?


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Pepboys sells an MT that's not bad price wise. I have some Mudkings and they aren't bad for the price. Also treadwright make te MT-G which is about $80 a tire and so far everyone that I know that has bought them love them. I am waiting on mine to come in.
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Originally Posted by REWSTER
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Well, this is more of a preference than anything. A MT will be somewhat noisy on the road. They will also get less miles than a typical AT. The Toyo OpenCountry MT and the Cooper discoverer STT are two that are pretty good for dual purpose. The Maxxis Bighorn? is inexpensive and also gets good reviews. I do lots of hwy and I have Toyo At's they are quiet and still perform very well in snow/mud/sand. For me it was a a trade off. I wanted the MT but my jeep is primarily used in foul weather so I went with an AT that scored high in most areas.
If money wasn't as tight as it is I'd get some treadwright MTr's for wheeling and keep my At's for street use. BTW if you want 31's get 265/75/15, they stuff nicely when you have stock wheels and they are slightly taller than a 31. also a lot cheaper.
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I am looking to lift my jeep a little more, i have a 1.75" budget boost right now and have been looking hard at the 3" rc lift... a couple questions

1. would you reccomend me putting the 3 inch on top of the 1.75?
2. if i put it on top will i need to get a trac bar or control arms to realign the front?
3. if i go with the aal kit would it be better to take the stock leafs off of my cherokee chief parts jeep? reason i ask is stock they come with an extra leaf and more curve. I know i should just buy a leaf pack but money as a college student is tight haha

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Default Just Recieved my 4.5in rc lift. now how hard is install?

Ok so i just got my rough country 4.5in lift with full packs. I know how to do alot on cars but only have off one day a week. So my question is how hard is it really to change out the suspension. Thank you.

Also how much would did cost to pay someone to do it if i dont have the time(an estimate).
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I'm lookin for a relatively inexpensive way to make my XJ stand a bit taller so i can throw some 30's or 31's on it. Anyone used these or know anything that i should probably know about em?

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Seems like a decent price!! I'm going to move this thread to the proper section thanks!!


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