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Old 01-28-2011, 12:34 PM
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hi I am running the rc 4.5 x-series lift and am wanting to know if you guys think I would have any problems running the iror long arm setup with my rc lift? here the link for those long arms! http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/Merch...egory_Code=PFX
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Shouldnt be any issues. Good kit too. Good luck.
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I don't see why there would be any issues. You just remove the transfer case cross-member, bolt the new one up, bolt the arms in. It's simple. I have their kit, and it's been great so far. Ride is amazing!
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There is no problem upgrading. look into the FrankZ long arms too (a forum vendor)
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does any one know how the iror long arms would preform on the road with it only haveing all four control arms! I really like how the kit looks but only haveing 3 links leaves me waundering how it would do!
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At the risk of sounding stupid and getting criticized I
just have to ask what does a long arm kit do. I know
im probably going to get at least a couple
answers if I get any but thanks in advance.
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Originally Posted by 96_xj
There is no problem upgrading. look into the FrankZ long arms too (a forum vendor)
Thanks! Hopefully the OP will take a look and weigh his options.

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does any one know how the iror long arms would preform on the road with it only haveing all four control arms! I really like how the kit looks but only haveing 3 links leaves me waundering how it would do!
You'll still be using a TrackBar to keep the axle centered under the rig so it's not an issue.

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At the risk of sounding stupid and getting criticized I
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im probably going to get at least a couple
answers if I get any but thanks in advance.
Longarms replace the lower and in most cases the upper control arms, and move the body side lower control arm mount farther aft. This allows for a far superior ride on-road and incredible front axle articulation off road.
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The three link system runs great. have had mine a little over a yr. now as my DD and crawler. I make trips to California ( bout 150 miles away ) at least once a month. Handles great on the highway as well as around town. IRO makes awsome products.
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agreed. their three link is amazing. im running the 6.5" LA for a DD and i love it. more flex then i need with a really good ride quality. i had the rc 4.5" kit before and it rode like ****. every bump made my head hit the roof. they produce solid products but i was also running short arm with no drop brackets.
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I have the IRO longarm upgrade and couldn't be happier with it.
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Originally Posted by FrankZ
Longarms replace the lower and in most cases the upper control arms, and move the body side lower control arm mount farther aft. This allows for a far superior ride on-road and incredible front axle articulation off road.
Thanks for the info Frankz
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