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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 08:41 AM
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Watch my build and I will answer any questions I can for you. When I first started I was using a calc and doing all this math for roll, squat, anti squat and so on. Then when you try to fit all that under your jeep around all the crap under there it wont fit. So what you have to do is make what fits and then tune it from there. There are alot of members on here that have Jabber there own lift. Check out 4.3xj or 89 eliminator's profile. They have good pics of how to attach the arms and such. If you have more questions just ask. Not to be a hater, but you can fab and weld good right? You dont want this to break and kill yourself or someone else.
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:28 AM
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the only way to learn somthin is to ask questions do research and when u think your ready go for it yea might take time and money but when ur done you built it and learned along the way thats what buildin a jeeps about cant be affraid to try new stuff its all about trial and error thats how all this got to be what it is now so go for it and dont be affraid to ask questions
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:30 AM
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Originally Posted by Trev1006
Im building my own long arm 3 link right now. And about anything you get from a 4 link calc won't fit under your jeep. Anyone that says having a long arm isn't worth it for flex is crazy. Im doing mine for flex too, I already have the 6" lift as well.
Were talking about only linking the rear for flex.
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:32 AM
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In the OP he says "three link the front" and four link the rear.
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:42 AM
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I think what everyone means is.. if you're asking questions about the front 3 link, then you probably shouldnt be considering rear coils as well.. because coiling the rear is at like a whole other level. ALOT more figuring and work goes into linking the rear.. Just saying. Make the 3 link first if you're going to do one of the two.
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by john deer green
the only way to learn somthin is to ask questions do research and when u think your ready go for it yea might take time and money but when ur done you built it and learned along the way thats what buildin a jeeps about cant be affraid to try new stuff its all about trial and error thats how all this got to be what it is now so go for it and dont be affraid to ask questions
Trial and error on suspensions that will see street use is dangerous
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Trev1006
In the OP he says "three link the front" and four link the rear.
I get that, but were did someone say 3 linking the front wasn't worth it?

And the link calculators work perfect for 3/4 link setups up front. Don't see how you had an issue

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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:44 AM
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Ya but how often does a full custom fab work perfectly on the first use? Everything needs test and tune. X2 on rear links, much harder.
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Trev1006
Ya but how often does a full custom fab work perfectly on the first use? Everything needs test and tune. X2 on rear links, much harder.
Test n tune off public roads is fine
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:48 AM
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i didnt mean fab it up and head into town lol i ment more of the tuning thing my bad
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:49 AM
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On p 1 ktmracer419 said, if flex is you main reason for doing this, your priorities are off.......... I think the MAIN reason for 3 link is flex!
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Trev1006
On p 1 ktmracer419 said, if flex is you main reason for doing this, your priorities are off.......... I think the MAIN reason for 3 link is flex!
Pretty sure he was referring to the rear
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 12:06 PM
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That doesn't really apply to the rear either......just curious, would one link the rear for less flex?
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 12:10 PM
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I do know linking the rear does do more than flex. Like AS, launch, traction, etc.
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Old Feb 2, 2012 | 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Trev1006
That doesn't really apply to the rear either......just curious, would one link the rear for less flex?
No, but if all you're looking for is flex. There are easier ways to make a leaf sprung setup flex well.

I linked my rear for zero axle wrap, stability and traction during hill climbs, smoother ride while wheeling and on the street, to take some stress off of the unibody.... and yes, it did gain flex but that's not all its about.
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