"want to run stock bumper for now."

Unless your XJ has the optional tow hooks up front you have no recovery points there. For that matter you need something for the rear to.

 

Would a good class 3 trailer hitch do the job for the rear?

 

Yep. Anything that ties further back into the "frame".

Knowing I wasn't going with an aftermarket bumper I put this tow hook kit from C4X4 on in the front.

http://www.custom4x4fabrication.com/index.html
XJ tow hook brackets
These heavy-duty brackets allow you to easily and safely mount tow hooks on your unibody XJ. All parts are powder-coated black. No drilling is required for installation. Kit includes tow hooks.
ItemPriceBare Metal $75
Powder Coated $85.00

 

I don't have any tow hooks on the front of mine yet, but I am planning on building a winch bumper and recovery points are easy to add in. I do have a class 3 hitch on the back that bolts onto the frame at the rear tires. Depending on the cost of steel when i start the front bumper I may weld up a rear at the same time and incorporate the hitch into it.

I just got mine two weeks ago and I am still trying to figure out what the previous owners have done to it. Looking at the picture of yours I think it may be raised a little already.

 

Sounds like a good plan. Never know when you'll need a pullout.

Yea. mines std height but the springs are in good shape. I did put on a set of high psi monotube shocks,removed the rear sway bar,and have quick disconnects for the front.

Later.

 

I want to get rid of the 3" spacers I have on my '99 XJ, when I go to the JY what springs do I need to pick up for that much lift? Thank you.

 

New coils are cheap. Like 100-125 a pair

 

Specially RE. Amazon free shipping done. Anything else that'll give ya 3" would be too much spring. Rough ride etc.

 

Free?
Not really.....

 

RE front 4.5" coils pair $73
4.5" full rear leafs $220 evilbay

buy your adj control arms and disco's
find set of 5" lift shock set with $50 rebate
$30 ext brake lines

later save for sye kit and upgraded shafts and then do ring & pinion gearing for big 33's (add lockers while in there)


www.knowwhere2jeep.com

 

Is that a question?
You realize that what this thread is for....right?

 

Im still trying to figure out his purpose here. I scratch my head whenever he posts something

 

No $h!+. I thought maybe I was missing something...every time he posts. I find myself scrolling back to figure out if I'm completely retarded cuz I have no idea wtf he's ever talking about. I'm like, is he replying to someone, quoting, answering...no eff'n clue!!! Seriously, I'm scrolling back EVERY TIME!!!

*Edit*
So as not to offend anyone, I would like to point out that when I use the term retarded, I'm referring to the feeling of being stupid, lacking intelligence, not smart, completely dumbfounded, etc...not to be confused with a reference to the mentally/physically challenged. I would not do that.
That is all, carry on.
*End edit*

 

What lift height requires extended brake lines?

I'm pulling the trigger on the 3" Zone Offroad today. I just want to make sure I have everything all ready to go that I'll need to keep the install going.

I always hate to stop mid-project for a missing part break...

Thanks.

JR

 

You'll need extended rear and just bend the front hard lines