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Old Nov 30, 2013 | 05:19 PM
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I put a Rough Country 3in lift on my Cherokee and I notice a vibration. The tires are balanced correctly (had it done twice) so now I want to do a TC drop.
The question is do I need a 3inch drop or more or less.
Your info and experience will be appreciated

Thanks, Erik
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Old Nov 30, 2013 | 06:40 PM
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You only need a .5-1 inch drop
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Old Nov 30, 2013 | 07:02 PM
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Thanks, is there any one you would recommend over another? They look pretty simple.
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Old Nov 30, 2013 | 07:47 PM
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Save some money and make your own. They are simple.
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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 01:20 AM
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All a tcase drop is, is 4, 1 inch spacers, and 4 longer bolts. Dont spend 50-75 on something you can make for 15 or less. Free if you have any 1 inch tube laying around.
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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 04:21 AM
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Originally Posted by OleBlue
All a tcase drop is, 4, 1 inch longer bolts and 1 inch (square) tube.
Hardest part is getting the studs out.
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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 06:41 AM
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I can't believe u would need a TC drop from only 3in of lift... I'd make sure your driveshaft u joints are good... If they are worn out the added angle would get the same vibes...
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Old Dec 1, 2013 | 07:11 AM
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you may need new rear driveshaft u-joints. they are running at a different angle now than before the lift, so that is most likely it.

did you do an alignment after the lift?

and no, you shouldn't need a t-case drop for only 3 inch lift...
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