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Old Mar 1, 2021 | 02:36 PM
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I recently bought a 1999 Cherokee Classic and I had the leaf springs replaced with the heavy duty package leaf springs from Crown Auto. I would like to fit 235 75 15 tires but don't want a big lift, I'd prefer it look more stock since it's a daily driver and I won't be doing much offroading. I've heard of the tires rubbing on stock height, so I was wondering what I could do for that extra tire clearance. I don't want to break the bank, maybe coil springs/spacers and definitely new shocks since my shocks are original and not long for this world lol. Nothing's been done to this car in terms of aftermarket, it's all original. Any suggestions? (Photo is before new leaf springs, the rear is very flat)

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When I bought my '99 XJ, it was at stock height with 235"s and worn out leaf springs, it would rub a little at full stuff, but not bad. Just bump stop it and you should be fine.
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Old Mar 2, 2021 | 07:31 AM
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I run 235/75R15s with a similar setup suspension wise (1.5" "Upcountry" style lift). I used Old Man Emu 2930 coil springs.

https://www.quadratec.com/products/16090_4151_07.htm
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Front coil spacers and new shackles that can give you an inch or so of lift..
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235's should not rub on a stock lift...I ran them for years before my lift on both jeeps..no issues
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Originally Posted by Battle
I run 235/75R15s with a similar setup suspension wise (1.5" "Upcountry" style lift). I used Old Man Emu 2930 coil springs.

https://www.quadratec.com/products/16090_4151_07.htm
What leaf springs were you using with them coil springs were they the crown HD
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