Having Hard Time Choosing Lift!
Beach Bum
Joined: Jul 2011
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From: Cape Hatteras, North Carolina
Year: 2000 WJ
Model: Grand Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
I will start off the next 3 pages..
I tried a to save $50 by buying Crown adjustable control arms. They did not last six months before the bushing got sloppy and started clunking.
Bought RockKrawler arms as replacements, that was about 3 years ago, holding up extremely well to abuse with no visual signs of wear when I removed them for inspection.
I tried a to save $50 by buying Crown adjustable control arms. They did not last six months before the bushing got sloppy and started clunking.
Bought RockKrawler arms as replacements, that was about 3 years ago, holding up extremely well to abuse with no visual signs of wear when I removed them for inspection.
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Joined: Jul 2013
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From: Monett, MO.
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Quality leafs/coils and American made can be found in very few of these kits the one I know of for sure is Rustys and they hold up very well zero sag going on 3 yrs. now. I trimmed my fenders for 33x12:50x15 tires but here is his 3" lift full leaf/coil package.
Here is after I lifted it to 4 1/2" using the same base kit and 1 1/2" Boomerang Shackles and spacers for the lift. Had to spend quite a bit more for the extra's though.
Here is after I lifted it to 4 1/2" using the same base kit and 1 1/2" Boomerang Shackles and spacers for the lift. Had to spend quite a bit more for the extra's though.
Last edited by Fred/N0AZZ; Mar 29, 2015 at 08:58 AM.
Newbie
Joined: Mar 2015
Posts: 11
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From: Riverview, FL
Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 L high output inline 6
My husband had a rough country that didn't do well for long (granted it was a wrangler not an XJ). And a lot of our friends regretted their rough country's and upgraded to other systems.
I've had a Rock Krawler x-Factor Plus system on my XJ since 2006, and its held up wonderfully. I use it as my daily driver as well and have put over 100,000 miles on it since the lift. I cracked a steering knuckle bracket in 2009, and Rock Krawler sent a replacement based on a picture and a phone call.
I called with various questions over the years and they are always quick to help.
So I would definitely Vote for Rock Krawler.
I've had a Rock Krawler x-Factor Plus system on my XJ since 2006, and its held up wonderfully. I use it as my daily driver as well and have put over 100,000 miles on it since the lift. I cracked a steering knuckle bracket in 2009, and Rock Krawler sent a replacement based on a picture and a phone call.
I called with various questions over the years and they are always quick to help.
So I would definitely Vote for Rock Krawler.
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Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 542
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From: Gilbert, AZ
Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
Thanks for the Replies!
Grip- I know RC is probably not the best lift company but were you not able to use their lifetime warranty to replace those things?
aroundincircles- That looks nice, what size tires are those.
sycoglitch- Thanks good outline. I would like to start with a 3" lift but for the money for a 3" I could buy a 4.5" and save money.
The biggest problem now is being able to pass up the savings from getting the 4.5" lift kit. The 4.5" x-series kit is the best deal on all their lift kits. You get all of that except the SYE.
Grip- I know RC is probably not the best lift company but were you not able to use their lifetime warranty to replace those things?
aroundincircles- That looks nice, what size tires are those.
sycoglitch- Thanks good outline. I would like to start with a 3" lift but for the money for a 3" I could buy a 4.5" and save money.
The biggest problem now is being able to pass up the savings from getting the 4.5" lift kit. The 4.5" x-series kit is the best deal on all their lift kits. You get all of that except the SYE.
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From: Blunt, South Dakota
Year: 97
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.6 stroker
My husband had a rough country that didn't do well for long (granted it was a wrangler not an XJ). And a lot of our friends regretted their rough country's and upgraded to other systems.
I've had a Rock Krawler x-Factor Plus system on my XJ since 2006, and its held up wonderfully. I use it as my daily driver as well and have put over 100,000 miles on it since the lift. I cracked a steering knuckle bracket in 2009, and Rock Krawler sent a replacement based on a picture and a phone call.
I called with various questions over the years and they are always quick to help.
So I would definitely Vote for Rock Krawler.
I've had a Rock Krawler x-Factor Plus system on my XJ since 2006, and its held up wonderfully. I use it as my daily driver as well and have put over 100,000 miles on it since the lift. I cracked a steering knuckle bracket in 2009, and Rock Krawler sent a replacement based on a picture and a phone call.
I called with various questions over the years and they are always quick to help.
So I would definitely Vote for Rock Krawler.
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Newbie
Joined: Mar 2015
Posts: 26
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Model: Cherokee
Quality leafs/coils and American made can be found in very few of these kits the one I know of for sure is Rustys and they hold up very well zero sag going on 3 yrs. now. I trimmed my fenders for 33x12:50x15 tires but here is his 3" lift full leaf/coil package.
Here is after I lifted it to 4 1/2" using the same base kit and 1 1/2" Boomerang Shackles and spacers for the lift. Had to spend quite a bit more for the extra's though.
Here is after I lifted it to 4 1/2" using the same base kit and 1 1/2" Boomerang Shackles and spacers for the lift. Had to spend quite a bit more for the extra's though.
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Mar 2015
Posts: 26
Likes: 0
Model: Cherokee
My husband had a rough country that didn't do well for long (granted it was a wrangler not an XJ). And a lot of our friends regretted their rough country's and upgraded to other systems.
I've had a Rock Krawler x-Factor Plus system on my XJ since 2006, and its held up wonderfully. I use it as my daily driver as well and have put over 100,000 miles on it since the lift. I cracked a steering knuckle bracket in 2009, and Rock Krawler sent a replacement based on a picture and a phone call.
I called with various questions over the years and they are always quick to help.
So I would definitely Vote for Rock Krawler.
I've had a Rock Krawler x-Factor Plus system on my XJ since 2006, and its held up wonderfully. I use it as my daily driver as well and have put over 100,000 miles on it since the lift. I cracked a steering knuckle bracket in 2009, and Rock Krawler sent a replacement based on a picture and a phone call.
I called with various questions over the years and they are always quick to help.
So I would definitely Vote for Rock Krawler.
Newbie
Joined: Mar 2015
Posts: 11
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From: Riverview, FL
Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 L high output inline 6
When my leaf springs (stock with add a leafs at the time) started to sag replaced them with BDS leaf springs, better rep and no fine print warranty, also American made.
The thing I like about Rock Krawler is even if you start with their budget lift, it is upgradable to any of their upper lifts so you can build slowly over time.
The thing I like about Rock Krawler is even if you start with their budget lift, it is upgradable to any of their upper lifts so you can build slowly over time.
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Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 317
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Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
I have a 97 Cherokee and I did the 3" Zone full leaf lift with nitro shocks from Seriousoffroad. The lift cost me $510 delivered to my door and I purchased a IRO double shear track bar that can be used up to 8" of lift. So far i have had no issues with the lift. I did a lot of researching and decided to give the zone a try. Like i read it is a little rough riding but i expected that with any lift. I think i will buy shackle relocation brackets in the future to help smooth it out.
But after 2 trips the the local offroad park i have no complaints.
I also think it gave me more than 3" of lift. here is mine on 31" KM2'S
But after 2 trips the the local offroad park i have no complaints.
I also think it gave me more than 3" of lift. here is mine on 31" KM2'S
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Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 989
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From: Gainesville,FL
Year: 1996
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
So I am finanly ready to lift my 98 XJ NP242 stock Daily Driver. My problem is there are so many different lift kits and companies. I started either wanting a Skyjacker, Rough Country or Rubicon Express 3", 3.5" kit. I then narrowed it down and was pretty set on getting the RE kit since it came with more stuff. Now my problem is I have read a lot about the RE 3.5" kits sometimes netting like 4-5" of lift. If that's the case then I started looking at RCs 4.5" X-series $830. I really like this kit because it literally comes with everything except a SYE. I also was looking at Rustys 4.5" advanced kit $875. The 4.5" kits are a way better deal compared to the RE 3.5 kit $584. So I would really like your help choosing the best kit. The Rough Country is the best Deal, but how good is the quality? And I haven't heard much on Rustys lift kits. I just don't want to spend $800 on a lift that will be sagging in 1-2 years. Also this is my Daily Driver, unfortunately Florida does not have much terrain to crawl over so this XJ wont see much flexing and I will not mud it. Mainly for looks and to be more capable than now to go on weekend warrior trips out to my camp.
Where do wheel? There are plenty of places to stretch the XJ's legs in this state. There are a number of offroad parks, national forest, and events for days that have some intensive obstacles
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Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 793
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From: St. Louis
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 Liter I6 PowerTech
I have Rusty's leafs and coils, and they ride really nice. It's not too bouncy or bumpy, and it handles well at 70+mph on the highway. Rusty's is much better than Rough Country IMO. Like Fred said before, Rusty's leafs and coils are made in the USA, and they hold up real well. Rusty's has had problems with their track bars and control arms in the past, but you can always just go with another company for things like those so you have a real nice kit from the start. Piece it together instead of buying a pre fab kit, and you'll be much happier. Do it right the first time and save money in the long run.
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Joined: Mar 2015
Posts: 116
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From: Maine
Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 Power Tec
iron Rock offroad FTW. This is all opinion based so don't light me up. I had RC and didn't not like their product as it failed within two years as a daily driver (excellent customer service though). I have OME stabilizer as well and they're great. I have a RE adjustable track bar as well. My lift is a 4" that nets 3" with my overland gear. I don't know if IRO was mentioned but I recommend their 3" lift with adjustable control arms and trac bar.