CWLONGSHOT Posted January 13, 2006 Share Posted January 13, 2006 I have +1.75 XJ shackles on the factory springs. Out front I have a set of the +3" Rustys coils and like the look front to back. Because of rear spring sag and unlevelness of the factory packs (Is that a word?) I will soon be adding a +3 BDS leaf springs to the rear of my MJ. (I'm keeping it SU) I purchased a set of R.E. adj lower control arms and ACOS spacers to adjust the height and caster up front. FYI, I already have a adj track bar on the vehicle as well as longer shocks & Brake lines all around. Here is my question, whats a good starting point for the front lower control arm legnths. Figuring the front will be somewhere close to 5" of lift to level out the rear. Thanks, CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bounty Hunter Posted January 13, 2006 Share Posted January 13, 2006 I run 5.5" coils, and my lengths were: LCA 17" UCA 16.25" Here's a chart, its not ultra-precise so don't take it as gospel, merely help in the right direction: www.yuccaman.com/jeep/re_db.html#arms Your stock uppers will be too short at that lift height. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
87manche Posted January 13, 2006 Share Posted January 13, 2006 you got a link to those BDS springs? I'm looking to replace my stock packs cause they're shot, might as well do 3" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pingpong Posted January 13, 2006 Share Posted January 13, 2006 Really the best way to set your uppers and lowers is by measuring your wheel base, then setting it to the "factory correct measurement, then adjusting your uppers to get a good balance between pinion angle and caster. Remembering Caster affects the way your ride wil handle on the road. Patrick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWLONGSHOT Posted January 22, 2006 Author Share Posted January 22, 2006 Thanks guys!! I got the springs from ELIAS 4WD center. He is a BDS distributor. Ask for LOU, he is a great guy and will hook you up!! CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWLONGSHOT Posted February 26, 2006 Author Share Posted February 26, 2006 Sorry for the miss information here guys......It was a mutial mistake in reading the catalogue!! BDS does not at this time offer this leaf spring! I did find the rustys offering a 4" pack, anyone have any info on its avalibility? I ordered one last night and will follow up with a call on Monday. I'll post up what I hear. I NEED rear springs soon....my front is in and sitting two inches taller than the rear!!! The AAL I put in netted me a -.5" of lift. :shock: YUP a NEGATIVE lift!!!! CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWLONGSHOT Posted February 27, 2006 Author Share Posted February 27, 2006 We ended up setting the LCA's @ 16.25" as a start. I need to adjust it a bit more for the additional lift I'll be dialing in. Right now it drives and handles better than ever!! I ordered the RUSTYS 4" + leaf springs. They are in stock and shipping tomarrow!! I'll reset the LCA's a bit longer after I figure where the front will end up as far as lift. (I am assuming I'll be going taller) You gotta LOVE the ACOS for its adjuatability in situations like mine!!! CW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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