Here’s how NJ laws affect your
XJ.
1) Total combined lift (lift + tires) can't exceed
9 inches on an XJ. With 4-5 of lift and 33's you will be fine
.
2) Tires can't exceed 6 over OE sized tires. For an XJ that's
35's.
3) Tires size (actual height) is measured, not rated size (E.G. a 35 may actually be a 34, etc).
4) Entire suspension will be reviewed. They pay close attention to your steering (understandably).
5) Your bumpers will be measured at their lowest point. Overall height measurement is taken at the door sill (on an XJ).
There are only 3 specialty inspections stations in Jersey that perform 'high rise' inspections (combined with tilt tests). These are located in Morristown, Asbury Park and Windslow. Asbury Park seems to be the preferred location now. Windslow was considered the best until recently. A lead tech their moved to a different division.
Don’t even consider Morristown, they are real pains!!
You must make an appointment which normally lasts between 45 to 60 minutes. The inspector will go over the entire rig. I’ve heard stainless steel brake lines won’t pass, but I had no problem with this at Winslow in August.
Other
miscellaneous things to be aware of:
You can only have a 'total' of two sets of auxiliary lights. So if you had 2 sets up front and work lights in the rear, you will fail. I've never had a problem (yet) with rock lights being included in this limitation.
I recently heard heim joints are frowned upon, not sure if this true.
I've heard coilovers are also frowned upon, but haven't been able to verify.
Tires must be fully covered by flares with mud flaps.
As for the tilt test; Your truck will be weighed providing 3 weights. (total weight, driver and passenger side weights). You will then drive it onto a 15 degree ramp. The weight transfer is then calculated. The weight transfer magic number is
62.4%.
Here’s a great recent thread with a photo of the Winslow tilt test ramp.
http://www.the-jersey-devil.com/bbs...r=49252&page=0&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=&fpart=1
I’ve been through high rise two times so far never having a problem. Doing your research and knowing what they expect is the key. In August I passed with a 6.5 inch lift, 35’s (35x13.5’s). I’m pretty close to the limit, but I've always had good experiences.
Here is a more complete list of requirements.
(1) Steering gear ratios and steering wheel left stop to right stop turns must be within 1/2 turn of the original manufacturers specifications.
(2) Headlights shall be mounted no lower than 22" nor more than 54" above the ground.
(3) Taillights shall be mounted no lower than 15" nor more than 72" above the ground.
(4) Off road lights must be covered while operating on public roads.
(5) License plates must be mounted no less than 12" nor more than 48" above the ground.
(6) Brake lines and hoses must be protected from excess heat and vibration. They must be mounted in a manner to prevent chafing, undue wear, stress, or unintentional disconnection.
(7) Vehicles originally equipped with bumpers must have them securely fastened, no less then 16" from the ground to the bottom of the bumper, and shall extend the full width of the vehicle.
(8) Maximum tire diameter allowed will be 38" or 6" over stock, whichever is less.
(9) All tires must be the same size. Maximum tire pressure as stated on tire is recommended. Front tires must be at least 60% of the tread width of the rear tires.
(10) Front fenders must extend over the full width of the tire tread. Rear tires that are not covered by the fender or other body parts must be equipped with metal protectors or flexible flaps that prevent dirt, debris and water from being thrown.
(11) Exposed fuel tanks must be encased. Side mounted tanks must have a protective bar to prevent rupture.
(12) Exposed exhaust system components and moving parts must be shielded.
(13) Ballast must be securely mounted.
(14) Releasing the steering wheel in a sharp turn shall result in an increase in turning radius.
(15) Spacers to increase track width are prohibited.
(16) Maximum lift heights for GVWR 4500 lbs and under... 7" above original vehicle height.
(17) Maximum lift heights for GVWR 4501 - 7500 lbs... 9" above original vehicle height.
(18) Maximum lift heights for GVWR 7501 - 10,000 lbs... 11" above original vehicle height.
(19) No blocks are allowed on the front suspension.
(20) All credentials are to be up to date.
Hope this helps,
Kent
