JarheadJon
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Camp Pendleton, Ca
It is my intent to lift my currently stock, ’97 XJ, 3 inches and shod her with 30” tires. My final result desired is to build a “bullet proof” 4” - 4.5” with 31’s (although 33’s not completely beyond the realm of possibility). Primary use will be as a trail rig to get me to off road jump off points for hiking, outdoor activities, and possibly some Jeep Jamboree’s. It will be my daily driver and I am not willing to labor at the wheel on my frequent long trips from Camp Pendleton. I want the only limitation to be lift, and not the driveline. I am forced to do this in 2 phases and want to get it right; therefore I am seeking counsel from those with experience. My concern is with soundness and compatibility, I do understand opinions will vary on product manufacturer and appreciate the input. Thanks gents.
Phase 1 (January ‘05 when I return from Iraq.)
·Old Man Emu Lift (3”)
·JKS Disco’s
·JKS Upper and Lower Control Arms
·T and J Chassis Stiffener and Skid Rails
·JB Conversions NP231HD w/short shaft
·255/70/16 or 30” /9” wheel/Backspacing?
·F/winch Bumper
·R/Bumper w/tire Carrier
·Roof Rack
·Engine/X-fer/Fuel/ Rocker and Skid Pro
·MSD or Performance Distributors Ignition
·Thorley Headers and Gibson Exhaust
·Cold Air Intake
·Snorkel
·Improved Radiator
·DriveShaft?
·Brake Lines?
Wheew, There goes my Combat Zone Savings!
Phase 2 (January ‘06 when I return again)
Dana 44 Front End W/ARB and Hi Steer
Ford 9” Or Dana 44 rear with ARB
4.56 Gears
Increase Lift to 4” to 4.5”
Steering Box Brace
RE Cont/Arm Relocation Bracket
Steering Shaft and Stabilizers
FEnder Trimming and New Flares
When the engine dies/ Add Stroker
When Tranny goes/ Built Improved Auto
And then another deployments savings!
Phase 1 (January ‘05 when I return from Iraq.)
·Old Man Emu Lift (3”)
·JKS Disco’s
·JKS Upper and Lower Control Arms
·T and J Chassis Stiffener and Skid Rails
·JB Conversions NP231HD w/short shaft
·255/70/16 or 30” /9” wheel/Backspacing?
·F/winch Bumper
·R/Bumper w/tire Carrier
·Roof Rack
·Engine/X-fer/Fuel/ Rocker and Skid Pro
·MSD or Performance Distributors Ignition
·Thorley Headers and Gibson Exhaust
·Cold Air Intake
·Snorkel
·Improved Radiator
·DriveShaft?
·Brake Lines?
Wheew, There goes my Combat Zone Savings!
Phase 2 (January ‘06 when I return again)
Dana 44 Front End W/ARB and Hi Steer
Ford 9” Or Dana 44 rear with ARB
4.56 Gears
Increase Lift to 4” to 4.5”
Steering Box Brace
RE Cont/Arm Relocation Bracket
Steering Shaft and Stabilizers
FEnder Trimming and New Flares
When the engine dies/ Add Stroker
When Tranny goes/ Built Improved Auto
And then another deployments savings!