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HelloI have a 2001 xj currently with a 4-4.5" OME lift kit.
I'm going to lower it maybe next weekend.
I noticed my bump stops are actually missing but the angle is not good.
My camera is broken but I took someone elses pic from this forum.
I have adjustable upper control arms.
I'm getting 16.25" fixed bottom arms.
Does this angle mean I need to make my lowers longer?
Or uppers or both.
Also the spacer on top of the front coil springs is rusty.
I believe it's black plastic but there is rust where it meets the frame.
Her is a pic looks exactly like mine
Tia
Frank Not my pic but same angle
Last edited by supertek65; Mar 20, 2023 at 02:09 PM.
Reason: Wrong year
as the suspension compresses, the axle will swing forward. i bet its a lot closer then you think when its fully compressed. take out the coils and cycle the suspension
I would get adjustable lowers. Get your wheel base and castor straightened out and go from there. You’ll need something on the axle side to raise the the stops contact point. Then like 89 said, cycle the suspension and see what needs to be done to prevent contact. IMO using ACOS makes this a lot easier but it’s not cheap. ACOS prices have come down though. There’s other ways it can be done depending on your budget.
Engine: 4.3L with headers and full 3" exhaust system
To find if it is really missaligned take the spring out and compress it as far as is save for the shock and see where it ends up. As stated it will move forward. However I think you will need to extend your bump stops anyway while you do this
as the suspension compresses, the axle will swing forward. i bet its a lot closer then you think when its fully compressed. take out the coils and cycle the suspension
I would get adjustable lowers. Get your wheel base and castor straightened out and go from there. You’ll need something on the axle side to raise the the stops contact point. Then like 89 said, cycle the suspension and see what needs to be done to prevent contact. IMO using ACOS makes this a lot easier but it’s not cheap. ACOS prices have come down though. There’s other ways it can be done depending on your budget.
Would it be too much to ask for an actual picture of your setup? The picture shared really dictates IMO the configuration with their front control arms isn't setup properly for their lift. Its looks there like factory upper arms and while the suspension is fully dropped the pinion is dropping heavily cause an even more dramatic bind.
While it can look exactly the same there are other factors that may differ and get noticed to give a more clear picture to whats really going on.
There's a number of solutions for limiting the suspension travel up front and its something i think most XJ owners completely overlook.
these are common extended front bump stops that can even be trimmed if desired. They are also simple to install.
its also fairly common to remove your coil springs, then drill and tap the center of the coil spring mount on the axle and bolt a hockey puck to it therefore shortening the distance before the physical bump stop contacts the axle. I cant find the picture(s) of when i did it but its not difficult to find others who have done it
Would it be too much to ask for an actual picture of your setup? The picture shared really dictates IMO the configuration with their front control arms isn't setup properly for their lift. Its looks there like factory upper arms and while the suspension is fully dropped the pinion is dropping heavily cause an even more dramatic bind.
While it can look exactly the same there are other factors that may differ and get noticed to give a more clear picture to whats really going on.
There's a number of solutions for limiting the suspension travel up front and its something i think most XJ owners completely overlook.
its also fairly common to remove your coil springs, then drill and tap the center of the coil spring mount on the axle and bolt a hockey puck to it therefore shortening the distance before the physical bump stop contacts the axle. I cant find the picture(s) of when i did it but its not difficult to find others who have done it
Front upper bump stops not lined up
