Modified XJ Cherokee Tech XJ (84-01)
All modified tech questions. If it modifies your XJ beyond stock parts ask it here.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Homemade disonnects.

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 11-26-2017, 10:38 AM
  #1  
Member
Thread Starter
 
Biggsly's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: OKC
Posts: 111
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Model: Cherokee(SJ)
Engine: 6 CYL HO
Default Homemade disonnects.

I searched, but didn't really find anything.

I am going to replace my sway bar links after my 3" lift. I have heard that rear links from a early 90s Ford F-250 work good. I am wanting to make disconnects at the same time. I would like to see some of your homemade disconnect and hear how you made them. I am just looking for some ideas. I can't see paying for aftermarket disconnects, because that money can go elsewhere.
Would also like to see what links you guys are running.
Thanks.
Old 11-26-2017, 10:48 AM
  #2  
CF Veteran
 
TRCM's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: Newport News, VA
Posts: 1,242
Likes: 0
Received 38 Likes on 37 Posts
Year: 96 & 88 4 dr Cherokees
Default

use search....several threads on this that may have what you are looking for

I'm still using stock, with a home made drop bracket


.

Last edited by TRCM; 11-26-2017 at 11:02 AM.
Old 11-26-2017, 01:48 PM
  #3  
Member
 
SexyDexy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2017
Posts: 134
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Model: Cherokee
Default

These home-made discos work well...
https://www.4x4xplor.com/homediscos.html

Also links for about $35...
Amazon Amazon
Old 11-26-2017, 03:44 PM
  #4  
Member
Thread Starter
 
Biggsly's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: OKC
Posts: 111
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Model: Cherokee(SJ)
Engine: 6 CYL HO
Default

Originally Posted by SexyDexy
These home-made discos work well...
https://www.4x4xplor.com/homediscos.html

Also links for about $35...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CNGU1I/
Thanks.
Old 11-27-2017, 03:57 PM
  #5  
Senior Member
 
ElMartillo's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Nationwide, USA
Posts: 879
Received 31 Likes on 26 Posts
Year: 89
Model: Cherokee
Engine: Renix 4.0
Default

I made some adjustable QDs out of tie rod ends, some spare perches that came with my Rusty’s QDs I put on my ‘89, some welded brackets and a handful of parts from the hardware store. Turned out well, but they cost appx $80 plus my time:



Right now Rusty’s Offroad is selling their QDs for $89, down from $120. With the sale it’s worth the money, based on my experience. I’m very happy with them.

Last edited by ElMartillo; 11-28-2017 at 05:16 PM.
Old 11-30-2017, 08:28 AM
  #6  
CF Veteran
 
bad_idea's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Pasquotank, NC
Posts: 1,679
Likes: 0
Received 15 Likes on 13 Posts
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Default

I built my Jeep on the cheap. Saved all the pennies I could making parts myself. BUT, the JKS disconnects are AWESOME. For the price they ask, I couldn't build something as good at much of a cost savings. Just not worth the headache. Splurge a bit, you'll smile every time you disconnect.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:43 PM.