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Did you order the 2.5" kit or the 3.5" kit? Shackle relocation brackets and maybe 1" lift shackles would have you sitting pretty right again (depending how much the bumper dropped it). If the leafs are good, don't buy new ones!
I actually ordered the 1.5 kit from Quadratec. Did speak to Dirk and he was as awesome as advertised. I just couldn't justify 1600 for that 2.5 kit.
Just trying to get a little more rubber under her so she'll handle the beach better. Hoping to get 255 or 265's under her. We'll see soon. Just wondering if I need to take a leaf out or not. No instructions with the kit, but from the ARB site it looks like I might. What do you guys think?
I actually ordered the 1.5 kit from Quadratec. Did speak to Dirk and he was as awesome as advertised. I just couldn't justify 1600 for that 2.5 kit.
Just trying to get a little more rubber under her so she'll handle the beach better. Hoping to get 255 or 265's under her. We'll see soon. Just wondering if I need to take a leaf out or not. No instructions with the kit, but from the ARB site it looks like I might. What do you guys think?
cs033rb leafs are supposed to be 3.5" full--remove one leaf for 2.5"
I'm curious to see how even the lift is front to back with the 2930 coils. did they give you a spacer?
could you measure the shocks before installing them? I am trying to put together some more info. thanks
I actually ordered the 1.5 kit from Quadratec. Did speak to Dirk and he was as awesome as advertised. I just couldn't justify 1600 for that 2.5 kit.
Just trying to get a little more rubber under her so she'll handle the beach better. Hoping to get 255 or 265's under her. We'll see soon. Just wondering if I need to take a leaf out or not. No instructions with the kit, but from the ARB site it looks like I might. What do you guys think?
Where is this kit on Quadratec? I haven't seen any OME kits on their website. Just replacement parts (shocks, coils, leafs), but no kits.
No spacers, and I ordered u-bolts and bushing separate. Guess I am pulling a leaf out, or maybe see how it looks and maybe add coil spacers up front? Trying to stay away from SYE issues. Back in the day ( last century) I had a 98 Sport ( with 5 speed, what a set up) and I ran 9.50x15's with no lift and no problems. So I think with 1.5 I can get enough rubber under her to handle the beach.
No spacers, and I ordered u-bolts and bushing separate. Guess I am pulling a leaf out, or maybe see how it looks and maybe add coil spacers up front? Trying to stay away from SYE issues. Back in the day ( last century) I had a 98 Sport ( with 5 speed, what a set up) and I ran 9.50x15's with no lift and no problems. So I think with 1.5 I can get enough rubber under her to handle the beach.
I would just put the coils in and see how it is. You can always add a spacer later if it's not even. Someone in this thread used 2934 coils with the CS033rB leafs, one removed. and said it was even. I thought the 2934 coils gave you more of a lift than the 2930 coils, but I'm not 100% sure.
Here is my 01 stock with 30x9.5r15 and lifted with 3.5" Metalcloak coils and CS033RB leafs with 1 removed. You can tell it sits lower in the back. I did that on purpose, so later I can install relo brackets and shackles to level it out.
Shackle relocation brackets and maybe 1" lift shackles would have you sitting pretty right again (depending how much the bumper dropped it). If the leafs are good, don't buy new ones!
Ok, so then i will probably go that route then. I just noticed the jeep has a very "floaty" feel to it now and was thinking the springs would change that.
No spacers, and I ordered u-bolts and bushing separate. Guess I am pulling a leaf out, or maybe see how it looks and maybe add coil spacers up front? Trying to stay away from SYE issues. Back in the day ( last century) I had a 98 Sport ( with 5 speed, what a set up) and I ran 9.50x15's with no lift and no problems. So I think with 1.5 I can get enough rubber under her to handle the beach.
So, SeaVee......doing your lift anytime soon? You and I are following the same path at this point so I'm waiting to see how yours goes/amount of actual lift you end up with before I bite the bullet and spend the cash.
It is in the shop now, I will get in in the next day or so. I will post results ( and pics if I can figure that out). I told him to to take his time and fit it in when he can.
I said O would post the results from my install. I only have the rear complete right now. Using the 2.5" OME leafs (3.5" with 1 leaf removed) I'm at 3.25" above my saggy old stock leafs. I posted pics in my build thread, so I'll hold off posting them here until it's all done.
Power transfer to the rear wheels is incredibly improved over the old stuff.
I expect the leafs to settle closer to 2.75 to 3".
Also, my XJ is a 2000 with AW4 and NP242. I've gone up to 70mph and not noticed vibrations. Just my experience so far.
Also, my XJ is a 2000 with AW4 and NP242. I've gone up to 70mph and not noticed vibrations. Just my experience so far.
nice...I hope mine ends up the same way.
Originally Posted by SeaVee
It is in the shop now, I will get in in the next day or so. I will post results ( and pics if I can figure that out). I told him to to take his time and fit it in when he can.
ahhhh. I've contacted some shops here in Grand Rapids but I Couldn't find one that could do the install for me.
Ok, got the lift installed. Had the usual issues ( broken rear shock bolt, not enough PB Blaster, etc.) but the wait was worth it. The ride is so much better than stock it is unbelievable. Looks like I got about 2 1/2 over how it sat pre-lift. Maybe 2 3/4 in rear. Still have my 225/75/R16's on. Getting new tires next week. I will post before and after pics with old tires, and pics with the new tires once I get them. ( got to figure out how to upload pics first).
I was looking for no more than 3 inches of lift, and hope to put 245's or 265's if they fit. Very happy with how it turned out, wasn't looking for a rock climber, just a litte more lift and an upgrade from my worn-out leafs and springs. Mission accomplished.
Ok, got the lift installed. Had the usual issues ( broken rear shock bolt, not enough PB Blaster, etc.) but the wait was worth it. The ride is so much better than stock it is unbelievable. Looks like I got about 2 1/2 over how it sat pre-lift. Maybe 2 3/4 in rear. Still have my 225/75/R16's on. Getting new tires next week. I will post before and after pics with old tires, and pics with the new tires once I get them. ( got to figure out how to upload pics first).
I was looking for no more than 3 inches of lift, and hope to put 245's or 265's if they fit. Very happy with how it turned out, wasn't looking for a rock climber, just a litte more lift and an upgrade from my worn-out leafs and springs. Mission accomplished.
Grats on getting the install completed!! What rear springs came with the quadratec kit and where any leaves removed?
04-01-2015, 02:19 PM
