OneOverZero
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2001 XJ, 231/8.25, a little under 100k on it. Currently has 30x9.5R15 BFG AT KOs on 15x8” TJ Canyons. I’ve taken one of my XJs to Moab for two weeks almost every year since 1998, and there’s obviously not enough clearance for anything above a 235/75 at stock height, so I’ll be doing a mild OME-sourced lift on the '01 in the next few weeks. My only consideration is that there be no driveline issues as this is my DD, so I’ll be do an SYE kit immediately rather than wait or do a TC drop. I'm assuming that the LP D30 isn't going to be a concern at this height.
Though I’ve found answers to most of my questions via much searchin’, could I get a once-over of my plans to see if there’s anything I should ideally do at the same time? I’ll be going with DPG’s OME Ultimate Hybrid 2” setup with a JB Conversions SYE. I’m undecided regarding the “stock/light” vs. “medium” load springs, particularly since I have Class III hitches front & rear and tow a ~2000lb camper occasionally. All this rambling leads to my questions:
Bob
Though I’ve found answers to most of my questions via much searchin’, could I get a once-over of my plans to see if there’s anything I should ideally do at the same time? I’ll be going with DPG’s OME Ultimate Hybrid 2” setup with a JB Conversions SYE. I’m undecided regarding the “stock/light” vs. “medium” load springs, particularly since I have Class III hitches front & rear and tow a ~2000lb camper occasionally. All this rambling leads to my questions:
- With the standard JB SYE (assuming that this is sufficient over the Super Shorty), am I correct in understanding that I can run a front driveshaft in the rear without any issues?
- Can JKS discos be installed on the rear swaybar? I’m aware that the factory UpCountry went without from the factory (have a ’96 UC), but high crosswinds at I-40 speeds leave me inclined to leave it in place since I’ll continue towing from NC to Moab yearly.
- Is there a comprehensive list of the mounting hardware I’ll be yanking in the process? I’d like to get suitable-grade replacements beforehand.
Bob