Giffer Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 when it comes to lift kits, i don't know much. so ive been doing some research, well more like browsing and i can't find what I'm looking for. ive got an 88, and I'm looking for an 8 inch kit. I'm not brand loyal but i don't want a POS cheapo. if worse comes to worse ill just go with a 6.5 from RC or something but i would like to find an 8. or if anyone here has 35's tucked under their rig just let me know your set up. thanks--giffer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtyler8140 Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I've been doing a lot of searching for lift kits as well, and haven't come across an 8" lift kit. If I were in your shoes I would do a SOA conversion (5-6.5" lift) in the rear with either some lift springs or an AAL to obtain the extra few inches. In the front you could do 6" springs and 2" spacers or I guess if they make 8" springs, use those. Your comanche front end is identical to a cherokee so for lifting the front you can look at some options in the XJ world. With that much lift you are gonna need an adjustable track bar, upper and lower control arms (preferably a long arm kit). I'm not sure if you will need a SYE or even longer drive shafts, hopefully someone else will chime in. If money is a factor, you'd probably be better off doing a 6.5" kit and trimming your fenders to run 35's. Anywho hope this helps a little. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 What axles are you planning to run? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLHTAZ Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Skyjacker makes an 8" kit for XJ's (there was one in the classifieds here not long ago), but there is nothing that big made for MJ's. If you have fab ability you could make it work for the front and the rear would have to be a custom make up to match it. As Pete suggested though...you are going to have to upgrade your axles as well if you intend to run 35's unless you already are a fortunate one to have found a truck the the D44 rear then all you have to do is some upgrade to the strength of the D30 front. You can easily get 35's under the 6.5" kit if you are willing to do a little trimming. Personally, I would put some Bushwacker flares on it with the 6.5" kit, do the axle upgrades & be done :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJZJ Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I am ordering a 4.5 Spring pack kit from Rustys Offroad. They do have a 8" long travel kit. The only thing you would have to weld is the spring perches to the axle. the rest is bolt on. Good luck on that monster!! 8) http://rustysoffroad.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=rustys&Product_Code=RK-800LT-MJ&Category_Code=sus_xj_kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLHTAZ Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I am ordering a 4.5 Spring pack kit from Rustys Offroad. They do have a 8" long travel kit. The only thing you would have to weld is the spring perches to the axle. the rest is bolt on. Good luck on that monster!! 8) http://rustysoffroad.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=rustys&Product_Code=RK-800LT-MJ&Category_Code=sus_xj_kit 80% of the folks that know around here will tell you to stay FAR AWAY from Rustys. Poor quality, poor customer service etc, etc... DON'T DO IT!! :no: Pay a little more money and get a good kit from a better supplier :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJZJ Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Where else would be a good place to go? I havent ordered yet. But thanks for the infol. :cheers: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLHTAZ Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 Where else would be a good place to go? I havent ordered yet. But thanks for the infol. :cheers: Motion Offroad has some nice stuff. Rubicon Express makes a nice MJ kit. Hell Creek Suspensions has a good product for the MJ as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEAD_NOT_FOLLOW Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 35's under Motion's 6.5" lift. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJZJ Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 So is that hell creek a pretty good one to go with? And what do people think of AAL kits? I'm kind of on a budget. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLHTAZ Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 I have a mixture on mine. I have the RE 3.5" Super Ride kit on the front and the Hell Creek 3" leaf springs on the rear. I am very happy with the ride all around :thumbsup: I did the AAL thing to start with and, while it did the trick, it was a VERY rough ride. An AAL is OK for a temporary solution, but it will sag back down in just a year or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJZJ Posted February 12, 2009 Share Posted February 12, 2009 so for the long run the springs are the way to go. thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giffer Posted February 13, 2009 Author Share Posted February 13, 2009 well for axles I'm going to put dana44's front and back. ive got a tranny and transfercase out of a yj, np231, that already has the SYE so i will already have to get custom drive shafts made, and I'm thinking the 6-6.5 is probably my best bet. then ill just turn her into a flat deck, and take the saws-all to the front. well now that ive got the figuered out type to start planning the bed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvusse Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 What are you getting the front D44 off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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