3 inch lift

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Jeeptuff328

New member

• Jun 26, 2016

• #1

I'm wanting to put a 3 inch suspension lift on my XJ but totally new to this. Not really sure what all needs to be done. Of course they sell the kits on Amazon but want to make sure I'm getting all the stuff I need. What all needs to be replaced????

 

zzachm18

New member

• Jun 26, 2016

• #2

I used to have an xj and threw on a rough country 3inch... Which I do not recommend. Came with two add a leafs, 4 shocks, and 2 front coils. However, whichever route you take, I do recommend a new driveshaft or slip yoke eliminator because you will get vibration on the driveline

 

TwistedJK

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• Jun 30, 2016

• #3

I ran a Rusty's 4.5" lift with new leaf springs. Never had an issue with it. Even added 2" spacers later on. Had the adjustable track bar, steering brace and dropped pitman arm. I ran 33's, but could have fit 35's with no problem.

 

Frydaddy

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• Jun 30, 2016

• #4

TwistedJK said:

I ran a Rusty's 4.5" lift with new leaf springs. Never had an issue with it. Even added 2" spacers later on. Had the adjustable track bar, steering brace and dropped pitman arm. I ran 33's, but could have fit 35's with no problem.

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x2 here on this list. I strongly recommend the full spring packs. Add-A-Leafs are a waste.

If you havent installed a slip-yoke eliminator yet, get a stick shift front driveshaft (longer than automatic) to get another few inches in the front, then use your current front driveshaft to replace the crappy slip-yoke in the rear.

 

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patr1ckm

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• Jul 15, 2016

• #5

Try to check out OME, Iron Rock Offroad and BDS also. I always hear good things about them.

 

danco3636

New member

• Jul 15, 2016

• #6

I would go with a good USA brand that has good customer support and service. With lifts you seem to get what you pay for.
Call them direct.

 

Joshman3280

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• Sep 8, 2016

• #7

Not sure if you have got a lot yet but I have always heard good things about rusty's off road lifts, I personally plan on going with there 6.5 long arm kit and of course sye kit.

 

Frydaddy

New member

• Sep 8, 2016

• #8

If you havent installed a slip-yoke eliminator yet, get a stick shift front driveshaft (longer than automatic) to get another few inches in the front, then use your current front driveshaft to replace the crappy slip-yoke in the rear.

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I found my reference pic, then promptly forgot where this post was.
From Left to right, A front shaft from a standard XJ, A front shaft from an automatic XJ, then an automatic slip yoke driveshaft.