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5:12 pm
February 5, 2010
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AiK48
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Hello,
I live in Norridge, IL. I got a lift kit thanks the Andrew ( Once again, THANK YOU), I was wondering if anyone would have time on the weekend to help me install it. Idon't have any spring strechers or whatever you need to install the lift kit. I do have basic tools like sockets and ranches. Thank you.
Thanks
Agata & Jakub
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6:18 pm
February 5, 2010
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notoriousDUG
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I think you are thinking of a spring compressor which, if needed, can be borrowed for free (well with a CC deposit) from most parts stores.
However, truth be told for a 2" spacer, or spring, lift you should be able to just disconnect the shocks, steering and track bar then jack the other side of the axle up and get it to droop enough to get the springs out and back in. I have never had to use a spring compressor for lifts under 4.5" but your mileage may vary.
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7:00 pm
February 5, 2010
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bittergenius
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| Mud Slinger | posts 835 |   
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You may as well rent the compressor just incase. What kind of Jeep is this being installed on?
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Tim Hines, DDO Club Manager (one of the Wise Men) – 99 XJ, 4.0L, Rusty's K&N Intake, Rusty's 4.5" full suspension, 31×11.50 Swamper LTB's, 15×8 blk Daytona's, Warrior & JCR armor, roof rack with Hi-Lift, Flowmaster 40
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7:38 pm
February 5, 2010
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Bucko
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i didnt ned one for me 3inch bb im free sunday
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8:12 pm
February 5, 2010
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Electric Stooge
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I have a spring compressor. and the drive doesn't look that bad. what day are you planning on doing the work?
I also have a large set of travel tools right now due to not having access to my own garage.
you have coils all around right?
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Mitch(1 of 3 stooges)
00' XJ, 5.5" Long arm, 32×11.5×15, 4.0l
If something electrical doesnt work right, throw a relay or 2 on it!
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11:53 am
February 6, 2010
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AiK48
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This Sunday would be great. I have four rubber spacers, if that's what you mean by coils. Mysuspension is completely stock, about two months ago I replaced all the shocks for new ones, but they are factory ones. If anyone would be interested in helping me sunday evening around 4 or 5 I would appreciate it a lot.
Thanks
Agata & Jacob
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11:59 am
February 6, 2010
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Bucko
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its more than an evning job
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12:13 pm
February 6, 2010
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Electric Stooge
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spacers arnt more than an evening job,
heck I did rear blocks and a acos system in a few hours. and the acos required cutting and tapping.
hopa ya got an air compressor! ill bring an impact!
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Mitch(1 of 3 stooges)
00' XJ, 5.5" Long arm, 32×11.5×15, 4.0l
If something electrical doesnt work right, throw a relay or 2 on it!
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12:18 pm
February 6, 2010
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Electric Stooge
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http://www.jeepforum.com/forum…..on-954159/
thats a JF link on someone who did it and brought up a good point
your gonna want to replace your stock shocks soon as they wernt meant to be run with a budget boost,
they will most likely limit your suspension travel some since they wont be tall enough
but you can run them for a while
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Mitch(1 of 3 stooges)
00' XJ, 5.5" Long arm, 32×11.5×15, 4.0l
If something electrical doesnt work right, throw a relay or 2 on it!
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12:19 pm
February 6, 2010
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Electric Stooge
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Mitch(1 of 3 stooges)
00' XJ, 5.5" Long arm, 32×11.5×15, 4.0l
If something electrical doesnt work right, throw a relay or 2 on it!
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12:22 pm
February 6, 2010
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Truth
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Stock shocks are not going to be long enough. If you wheel that way you will bottom out the shocks and tear them out. I though all the BB's came with shocks?
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12:44 pm
February 6, 2010
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Moparboy
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So did I, they usually do come with new shocks. He could just do the shock extensions, I think BDS makes them, not sure though, or just go on Rusty's and order some new shocks, they're only $33.00 each.
Evans :)
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Evans
DDO West chapter (Reaper Crew)
1999 Jeep Cherokee-Trail Rig
I Love Haters
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4:32 pm
February 6, 2010
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Bucko
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lol must of just been mine that where a jerk then lol the rears just didnt not want to go in
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11:20 pm
February 6, 2010
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BLKWJLMTD
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You can run stock shocks with a 2" inch budget boost, they are long enough for 2 inches, I wheeled with the 2inch spacers and stock shocks before and encountered no problems whatsoever. Its really easy to do also. You dont really have to disconnect the trackbar but it does help a great deal.
BTW, I gave you a call the other day, and left you a message, in response to your message on here…didn't get a return call, whats up with that?! Haha, just kiddin…but I just wanted to let ya know.
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2002 WJ Limited, 4.7L V8, 3" Iron Rock Offroad Lift, Bilstein 5125 Shocks, Tenneco SS, 17" JK Rubicon Moabs, 255/75R17 BFG KM's, Cobra CB, KOR t-case skid
-DDO since 2009-
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8:37 am
February 8, 2010
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andyprentice1970
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sorry I couln't save the shocks for your kit I sent..the guy at 4wd hardware said the fronts were or got broken when they were taking that stuff off of my jeep. I hope it works out well for you. see you on the trails…
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2000 XJ, 3" Rusty's AAL, 31x10.50 general grabbers
Andy
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