Lift

[Braedaden]

Alright, since im poor and decided to wait until i can get some money to get new shocks for my lift ive decided to just do a small lift...For now. But my question is, i have the 2 inch lift pucks and the add a leafs. Can i just do that for now until i can put the rest on? Thanks for the help!

[4.3LXJ]

Yes, go ahead

[Braedaden]

Well what all is it that i would need? because i stripped an old jeep that didnt run and too the wheels and tires, shocks (that were terrible and couldnt be used) the the add a leafs, blocks and the pucks. and other parts that im not real sure what they are lol

[4.3LXJ]

If the lift worked before, it will work again. If he had bump stops, take them even if you don't use them. Compare lengths of shocks with yours just for giggles. Most guys can get by with stock shocks, but if longer you might want to get some longer ones if you are going beyond "temporary"

[Braedaden]

So basically I'd need to use the pucks and the add a leafs? Nothin else?

[4.3LXJ]

Should be OK. But I am shooting blind here. Got some pics?

[Braedaden]

Of the pucks an the add a leafs?

[4.3LXJ]

Yes, are these pucks spacers or hockey pucks off the spring pad?

[Braedaden]

425
This is everything that i have..

[4.3LXJ]

Are those spacer blocks between the spacers and coils?

The add a leaves look like they are loosing their arch. They won't lift it as high as they are supposed to. Good score on the coils though.

Are those drop brackets on the lower right?

[Braedaden]

yeah those are spacer blocks, and yes those are drop brackets.. But would that work as far as just lifting it a little?

[4.3LXJ]

If you are lifting a little, you won't need the drop brackets. Do you know how much lift the coils give?

[Braedaden]

I'm pretty sure the coils are for a 4 inch lift but i could be wrong, theyre huge. My buddy told me theyre either a 4 or a 6 but im not sure.

[4.3LXJ]

With a 4" lift, yes you will need the drop brackets. I would stick with that. Also, you didn't get the extended U bolts with those blocks. Now that I see what you have, you have an excellent start. If you can grab the track bar, do so. You will need one or you can relocate the holes in the axle bracket about an inch to compensate. I would suggest not using that add a leaf and grabbing some S10 rear leaves and make a bastard pack using the XJ main leaf and see how it sits. And as for your original question, yes you will need to get some longer shocks and brake lines. So if you can grab those brake lines, do so.

[Braedaden]

Thanks dude, sounds good.. Once i get some money. But as for right now, can i lift it and with what parts do i need?

[4.3LXJ]

The ones I mentioned are what you will need. Get your ducks in a row first, otherwise your Jeep will be down till you do. Also factor in a front end alignment after it is done.

[Mudderoy]

Thanks dude, sounds good.. Once i get some money. But as for right now, can i lift it and with what parts do i need?

You need to check and see if the "U" bolts that attach the leaves to the rear axle are long enough. Also if that's a 4" lift with the coils, you'll need to extend the brake lines down an inch or so.

[Jeepster19]

You need to check and see if the "U" bolts that attach the leaves to the rear axle are long enough. Also if that's a 4" lift with the coils, you'll need to extend the brake lines down an inch or so.

Hey muddy,won't he need a transfer case drop also?Just asking because mine has one,I have a 4.5" lift

[xjrev10]

Hey muddy,won't he need a transfer case drop also?Just asking because mine has one,I have a 4.5" lift

Not necessarily. But in this aspect, every jeep is different. He most likely will get some vibes... It would be wise to change the rear DD u joint. That would help with driveline vibes.