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New Here, Ive got a 4.5" Lift and my track bar bushing is blown out. so im looking to upgrade to an adjustable Track bar with the drop down bracket. Does this mean i will also need a DPA? if so what is a good kit that has the track bar and DPA.

EDIT: Second question do i even need to drop down the mounting point on the track bar if im not experiencing bumpsteer?
Can i just go with this kit? http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/Merch...egory_Code=XSP
Thanks in advance!

Parsnip

You will need:
Leaf spring perches
Shock tabs
Disc brake proportioning valve
Flange adapter or a forged yoke for your 1310 ds
Jack stands and an anglefinder for pinion angle
Welder- a good 220 one
Probably new brake calipers, rotors, pads, etc
Brake line wrenches and a flare tool...just in case

Lowrange2

Just to be clear, you can use the Ford u-joint adapter that's already on the axle. Just make sure that you get it when you get the axle.

Parsnip

Was the ford one a 1310? I got a new one because I thought it was different lol

Lowrange2

Yup. I reused the original Ford flange adapter. Then I snapped it in half and I bought a new one.

Some Rangers with the 7.5" axle used a smaller flange adapter. Same joint, smaller flange. Other rangers used the larger 8.8 flange, IIRC.

Acerwin

So my lift I already got on my jeep will still work with that axle or not? And will I have to get different bolt patterns on rims also? Never looked at the type fords have.

dukie564

bolt pattern is the same. You will be welding spring perches on to bolt your existing springs to, so yes the lift will work

Parsnip

Yes but you'll have to modify the axle to bolt up. Pattern is the same though so rims are ok

Lowrange2

The only thing to look out for is that the 8.8 is a smidge narrower than a D30 but not by much. It's not extremely noticeable.

Parsnip

It actually decreases turning radius!... Marginally

surfandfish1120

So would I need to trim anything if I put 33's with a 4.5 inch lift?

Lowrange2

Maybe mild trimming and bump stops. Depends on what backspacing wheel you use.

Acerwin

Does anyone have pics with lifted jeep xjs with a 8.8 rear. And also have a write up on how to install the 8.8?

Lowrange2

Does this help?



omigoodness: https://www.google.com/#q=8.8+swap+xj+Cherokee&safe=off

Call-_me-Jordan

If I buy a 4.5" short arm kit, can I upgrade it to a 4.5" kit later? I dont really crawl or flex on anything just trails, and bogging, so I dont think I need a long arm kit.