replacing shocks on a lifted jeep
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replacing shocks on a lifted jeep
so i took my 96 XJ country in for an alignment and was told that my upper shock mount bushing on my rear shocks are shot. Well my shocks leak a little anyhow so i figured i'd replace all four, however i'm lifted 3.5inches and was wondering if i could use regular shocks from advance or do i now have to buy shocks for a cherokee 3.5" lift?
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they dont have to match the brand, if thats what youre asking
i was always getting bds shocks for their price and ease to get where i live
recently switched over to the aforementioned bilstein 5100s
recommend you getting bar pin eliminators...i was always ruining bushings before the shocks were done...shocks last longer since the bpe's installed
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they have to match the length of the lift
they dont have to match the brand, if thats what youre asking
i was always getting bds shocks for their price and ease to get where i live
recently switched over to the aforementioned bilstein 5100s
recommend you getting bar pin eliminators...i was always ruining bushings before the shocks were done...shocks last longer since the bpe's installed
they dont have to match the brand, if thats what youre asking
i was always getting bds shocks for their price and ease to get where i live
recently switched over to the aforementioned bilstein 5100s
recommend you getting bar pin eliminators...i was always ruining bushings before the shocks were done...shocks last longer since the bpe's installed
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i went with jks 9604
they all do the same, essentially squish the bushing so it doesnt move side to side
stock bar pin theres no lateral support so the shock slides side to side, wears out the bushing, makes a clunk, etc..
also, lol....when you go to remove your shocks youll likely get the upper bolts **** up on you, seized cuz of age
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f67/re...-bolts-214176/
time consuming, and dirty, but easy
if you end up going 5100s and bpes, this thread will be useful
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f67/ba...r-pins-219834/
order the new bushings from the thread
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Bilsteins are a very good shock. But if you're just looking to get it fixed quick Monroe shocks from advance can be had CHEAP. Buy online pick up in store using an online coupon code. I've done it for 2 Jeeps before I upgraded shocks on both.
Do a quick search for Monroe shocks for "[inches of lift]" and you'll get lots of part numbers for Monroe shocks for your lift.
Do a quick search for Monroe shocks for "[inches of lift]" and you'll get lots of part numbers for Monroe shocks for your lift.
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well yall, i had gotten my shock mounts fixed a while ago but with the tax returns around the corner we all know what that means.....JEEP PARTS so i'm lookin at buyin a set of shocks so i can replace all 4 at once, i'm debating between the follow three, but can't make up my mind
Rubicon Express
http://www.quadratec.com/products/16300_82X_A_PG.htm
Rough Country
https://www.roughcountry.com/checkout/cart/
Iron Rock Offroad
http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/11097.html
lookin for all sorts of feed back and other options if i can find em as a set,
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Rubicon Express
http://www.quadratec.com/products/16300_82X_A_PG.htm
Rough Country
https://www.roughcountry.com/checkout/cart/
Iron Rock Offroad
http://www.ironrockoffroad.com/11097.html
lookin for all sorts of feed back and other options if i can find em as a set,
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Spend a bit more and get RE monotubes (made by Bilstein and valved to RE specs for the XJ) or Bilsteins 5100s. If you're going to invest go for quality. I wasted too much personally trying to save money on cheap shocks. I just couldn't believe there was that much difference until I installed 5100s. Major difference in ride, feel and stability.
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JK Rubi take offs would be good. Can usually be had for under 100$ for a full set. BPE would be required in the front. Some stock rear sway bar mounts, slightly modified would work.
Depending on what your local auto part store carries, you may be able to find shocks for a lifted XJ, but not the least expensive way to go.
Depending on what your local auto part store carries, you may be able to find shocks for a lifted XJ, but not the least expensive way to go.
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Spend a bit more and get RE monotubes (made by Bilstein and valved to RE specs for the XJ) or Bilsteins 5100s. If you're going to invest go for quality. I wasted too much personally trying to save money on cheap shocks. I just couldn't believe there was that much difference until I installed 5100s. Major difference in ride, feel and stability.
JK Rubi take offs would be good. Can usually be had for under 100$ for a full set. BPE would be required in the front. Some stock rear sway bar mounts, slightly modified would work.
Depending on what your local auto part store carries, you may be able to find shocks for a lifted XJ, but not the least expensive way to go.
Depending on what your local auto part store carries, you may be able to find shocks for a lifted XJ, but not the least expensive way to go.
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Alright yall i need to know by tuesday. Im preparing myself for my shocks and gettin "custom" BPEs, i need to know what jeep i can pull the sway bar mounts off and use for BPEs,
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