lift kit: need some help
08-15-2012, 10:14 PM
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lift kit: need some help
Hey guys I got my rc 3 inch suspension lift and I'm havin a lot of trouble. Main problem right now. We rented a coil spring compressor but still can't get it back on any tips ?
08-15-2012, 10:23 PM
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Compress the opposite side suspension with a ratchet strap that will force the side your working on down then persuade the spring in with a large pry bar. When i did my lift I didn't even need a spring compressor.
08-15-2012, 10:28 PM
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Originally Posted by treah
Compress the opposite side suspension with a ratchet strap that will force the side your working on down then persuade the spring in with a large pry bar. When i did my lift I didn't even need a spring compressor.
08-15-2012, 10:41 PM
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i would pull both sides out yes or if your using a lift keep one tire on the opposite side and lower the lift so it compresses the op side.
08-16-2012, 05:23 AM
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Just did my 4.5 without coil compressors also.
They are dangerous.
It may help to remove your lower control arms. Axle side. But support the truck at the frame and let the acle fully hang. The 3in springs will go in pretty easily at full droop. You can step on the hub area to help push one side down more to put in spring.
They are dangerous.
It may help to remove your lower control arms. Axle side. But support the truck at the frame and let the acle fully hang. The 3in springs will go in pretty easily at full droop. You can step on the hub area to help push one side down more to put in spring.
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08-16-2012, 10:29 AM
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Originally Posted by lowrange2
I assume you have the brake calipers removed and the shocks aren't mounted, right?
08-16-2012, 11:55 AM
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THATS A PRETTY STANDARD LIFT, DISCONNECT YOUR SWAY BAR, AND SHOCKS NO MATTER WHAT YOU DO! I USED A PORTO POWER TO PUSH THE AXLE DOWN ON THE SIDE I WAS WORKIN ON AND NEEDED NO COMPRESSOR AT ALL. BIGGER COILS, DIFFERENT STORY!
08-16-2012, 05:40 PM
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Got the front. Working on the back. I have a tow hitch does that need to be removed from the jeep to allow that one bolt to get out?
08-16-2012, 06:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Cherokeekid4x4
Got the front. Working on the back. I have a tow hitch does that need to be removed from the jeep to allow that one bolt to get out?