NewKindOfClown

Currency is an arbitrary replacement for the barter system. Only you know how much money something is worth to you.

Me? I was planning to buy from them before my Comanche was totaled.

YOUGENE

Good afternoon,

Am a new member just signed up today!

I recently purchased a 98 Cherokee 6 cyl automatic.

I have done a lot of reading before venturing out and purchasing my RE 3.5 lift kit components...I did not buy the flex kit, I bough components instead.

Here is what I have so far:

RE1300 front coil springs
RE1463 rear leaf springs
RE15151 rear brake line extension
PRO Comp 50050 ubolt kit for 8.25 Chrysler rear end
RE3715 adj lower control arms
Bilstein 5100 series 3.5 ext shocks front and rear set
RE1660 extreme duty track bar
RXT200b steering stabilizer
RE 4 degree rear spring shims
RE1380 Bump stop
RE1140 gen 2 sway bar disconnect

My questions are will I need the SYE kit and double cardon shaft, or can I get away with the shims for the rear leaf springs and just add the 1 inch transfer case drop kit?

I also understand that the rear sway bar is no longer needed!

I plan on installing everything the weekend!

Would appreciate any input to those who have installed a similar kit to this on their XJ.

Thanks very much in advance for any help or comments.

James

NewKindOfClown

TC drops are a lazy (cheap) way to get around an SYE. At 3", you may not need either. If needed, you can use a TC drop, but it will move the problem from the driveshaft to the motor mounts. If a modification is needed, an SYE is the right way to do it.

Josh28

Hey everyone, I bought my XJ last year and I'm needing to replace the tires so I wanted to go bigger. Ended up buying the RC 3" suspension lift. I have new shocks all way around, front springs and an add a leaf in the rear, and new stabilizer, is there anything else that I would need to complete the lift?

98REDXJ2

You should be fine with what in the kit for 3in

JerrytheJeep

Extended brake lines, longer sway bar links, sye (or tcase drop but that's less reccommended), also an adjustable trac-bar or a relocation bracket. I would also reccommend getting full leaf packs (not from RC) instead of the aal: it will sag back to stock height in about a year.

checkmate3001

I'd wait on the sye and driveshaft or the t-case drop. You may be ok. It's different for every vehicle. SYE would be ideal if you turn out to need it.

Personally I'd pass on the steering stabilizer. You could likely use your original unless it is shot or you could just find a cheaper alternative.

Slim357

Quick question can I use long arms for my D30 on a D60 full width or do I need a completely new set up for the front? Sorry if this is the wrong spot for this.

MirageMobile

My DD/camping paper build consists of components to net me ~3.5"-4" of lift.

I'm on the fence between 31x10.5 vs. 33x10.5.

Can anyone weigh in on vehicle handling (cornering, hwy driving) and performance (power,mpg), assuming all else is equal?

94XjSport94

You'll have to set up new axle brackets so you can use them.

Black Demon

how u guys think of retread treadwright tires because they offer 31 in tires for $99 with 20 shipping for the whole set of 4

Tom95YJ

My buddy runs the 35" gaurd dogs They seem to be decent. As for longevity that is unknown since he has had them a couple months

Black Demon

yea I was looking at some general grabber at2 for 136 a piece plus 100 shipping very pricey then one of my jeep friends refered me to treadwright site and looked decent but idk how they will hold up since they are old bald tires refurbished the 31in wardens they have are 99 a piece

my89xj

Try tirebuyer.com they have free shipping.

As for the general grabber at2s they are one hell of an all terrain. I loved mine! Amazing in snow and rain. And for an all terrain they do good in the mud.

DanB.

I bought a used add-a-leaf lift for my Cherokee. The previous owner also bought them 2nd hand but never got around to installing them before his XJ got in an accident. He did not know what brand and the only info I have is a worn sticker with the barcode and partial part number. Does anyone have any idea or has seen the same sticker on their add-a-leaf lift?
Here is a photo. The only part number I can make out is 1540D and those are then end of the number.
Thanks in Advance.