jared Posted December 25, 2006 Share Posted December 25, 2006 on my XJ i have about 5.5-6'' lift in the rear. 4'' leafs, 1'' shakles, and 1'' blocks. now my xj is a SOA like all xj's, but on of the pinion angle shims broke in half. the shims are sandwiched between the lift blocks and the leaf spring, and the blocks seem to be the cause of the problem (broken shim) my question is, are the shims supposed to be mounted in between the lift block and the leaf, or should it go between the leaf spring pad and block? or does it matter? i know the best way is to get rid of the blocks altogether, but i don't have enough money for new rear springs, but i do have money for the shims/ u bolts. and its not too serious of a problem yet because the 3/4 of the shim is still there, so it is still held in by the centering bolt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLHTAZ Posted December 25, 2006 Share Posted December 25, 2006 Pinion shims should be between the block and spring perch. I have never seen anyone put them on top of a block, but yes, you are correct in the idea that you should get rid of the blocks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jared Posted December 26, 2006 Author Share Posted December 26, 2006 thanks, i thought they were wrong, i bought the jeep lifted, and the guy i bought it from didn't really know too much, so i am slowly fixing all the mistakes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLHTAZ Posted December 26, 2006 Share Posted December 26, 2006 Your welcome. I am new to this board and Comanche stuff, but I have been in the automotive/truck/4x4 business for many years and have installed quite a few lifts, so that is one thing I know for sure. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
500 MJ Posted December 26, 2006 Share Posted December 26, 2006 How do you tell what shims you need and where do you get them at? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jared Posted December 26, 2006 Author Share Posted December 26, 2006 they are for after lifting your truck, you can get them from rubicon express, rusty's, pretty much any lift kit manufacterer. and they are cheap too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drahcir495 Posted December 26, 2006 Share Posted December 26, 2006 Pinion shims should be between the block and spring perch. I have never seen anyone put them on top of a block, but yes, you are correct in the idea that you should get rid of the blocks.I see you made it over from FJOA :cheers: When did you get a Comanche? Welcome, Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLHTAZ Posted December 26, 2006 Share Posted December 26, 2006 Pinion shims should be between the block and spring perch. I have never seen anyone put them on top of a block, but yes, you are correct in the idea that you should get rid of the blocks.I see you made it over from FJOA :cheers: When did you get a Comanche? Welcome, RichHey Rich...Yea, Carmine (cabz) told me about this site. We bought the MJ about 4-5 weeks ago now :D . Yes...pinion shims can be had at most any 4x4 shop or lift kit manufacturer. Most knowledgeable 4x4 shops should be able to guide you to getting the correct shim for your situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
500 MJ Posted December 26, 2006 Share Posted December 26, 2006 Ok, thanks guys, I know what they are just didnt know where to get them at... Merry Christmas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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