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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 06:46 PM
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Originally Posted by aschmied25
Drhoward, I would be getting some new wheels with more backspacing. Do you not recommend the brake line brackets that the kit comes with?
I cant give you an honest opinion on those brackets as I've never seen them, but i just cant see a bracket giving you that much extra clearance. I reformed my hard lines to go straight down and remounted them, and it gave me some added length.
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 06:47 PM
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Originally Posted by JeepaholicNinja
I thought you'd want less backspacing???
Im sure thats what he meant, probably just new to all of this. Good catch though, i didnt even notice it .
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 06:53 PM
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I know that you guys haven't exactly been raving about Rough Country lifts, but what isn't that makes them less desirable? Looking around, I've found them to be considerably less expensive and they seem pretty straightforward to install...
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 06:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Gunmetal97
I know that you guys haven't exactly been raving about Rough Country lifts, but what isn't that makes them less desirable? Looking around, I've found them to be considerably less expensive and they seem pretty straightforward to install...
Quality pretty much. Everyone has their own story. Some hate their customer service. Do yourself a face and go quality. Saving money now means more money in a year when it wear out
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by sycoglitch
Quality pretty much. Everyone has their own story. Some hate their customer service. Do yourself a face and go quality. Saving money now means more money in a year when it wear out
OK, thanks!
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Gunmetal97
I know that you guys haven't exactly been raving about Rough Country lifts, but what isn't that makes them less desirable? Looking around, I've found them to be considerably less expensive and they seem pretty straightforward to install...
Poor quality, alot of bad reviews
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 10:24 PM
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i was looking into getting some 32" bf goodrich all terrain T/A KO`s, any input on them?
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 10:42 PM
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Originally Posted by kevin96xx
i was looking into getting some 32" bf goodrich all terrain T/A KO`s, any input on them?
Street driving or offroad? If offroad, what terrain?
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 11:13 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
Street driving or offroad? If offroad, what terrain?
well my xj is still going to be my daily driver and ill be doing minor mudding and crawling, also will i have to regear with 32`s or can i keep my stock gears?
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 11:21 PM
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Originally Posted by kevin96xx
well my xj is still going to be my daily driver and ill be doing minor mudding and crawling, also will i have to regear with 32`s or can i keep my stock gears?
I'd pass on the BFG ATs. They aren't very good offroad, and the sidewalls are thin. As for stock gears, you technically never NEED to change them. If you live in an area with a lot of hills, you'll want to regear to retain power. If you live in a flat area, it won't be as bad.
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 11:27 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
I'd pass on the BFG ATs. They aren't very good offroad, and the sidewalls are thin. As for stock gears, you technically never NEED to change them. If you live in an area with a lot of hills, you'll want to regear to retain power. If you live in a flat area, it won't be as bad.
ok then i was also looking at 31" duratracs, im from long island so theres not many hills but i do have a cabin upstate that i will be going back and forth to alot ontop of mudding and crawling here and there
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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 11:31 PM
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Originally Posted by kevin96xx
ok then i was also looking at 31" duratracs, im from long island so theres not many hills but i do have a cabin upstate that i will be going back and forth to alot ontop of mudding and crawling here and there
Check out kelly safari tsr's. I have been running them 6 months mud, snow, and ice and I love them. $700 mounted.

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Old Apr 15, 2014 | 11:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Gunmetal97
I know that you guys haven't exactly been raving about Rough Country lifts, but what isn't that makes them less desirable? Looking around, I've found them to be considerably less expensive and they seem pretty straightforward to install...
I am the flip side in guess... I slapped a RC series 3" AAL on a rig I bought for $500 a few years ago. Love it. No sag, ditched my disco's, drive it trail & hwy with no worries. Was well worth the $325. I have replaced the lca's w RC adjustables. Toasted the bushings. So if anything upgrade them. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. Customer service was great for me.

See pic above or my build thread "Blue Bomb Build Thread".
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Old Apr 16, 2014 | 09:16 AM
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Anyone using the Zone Offroad 3" Suspension System w/Rear Leaf Springs system? It looks like a pretty comprehensive package with the added Sway Bar Disconnects. http://zoneoffroad.com/zone-offroad-...erokee/j21-j22

I was told that the 95 XJ doesn't normally need a transfer case drop, thoughts?
Also, for a DD with light off road should I be adding a Steering Stabilizer or Adj Track Bar to this kit?
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Old Apr 16, 2014 | 10:25 AM
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Not exactly lift or tires but close and certainly not thread worth... but what's the part number for the D30 inner seals? I doubt it matters but it's an 89 without discos. Rockauto and Napa are coming up with several different numbers.
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