Lift Kits W/O SOA conversion

[CoManChu]

I've done some research and I can't find a clear answer. I'm looking for a complete lift kit (4.5" or better)  including new leafs springs, not add a leaf or spring over conversion.

[shelbyluvv]

The only full 4.5" kits I know of are cRusty's and Hellcreek.

 

Both have there draw backs. Rusty's is known for bad customer service and high shipping. Also the TB is garbage.

 

Hellcreek is a Rough County front kit with his springs.

 

I would build my own kit using Drop Brackets, RE coils and TB, followed up with HC leaves.

[projectMANCHI]

I'm running the rough country 4.5" lift with an adjustable track bar, and sway bar disconnects, after that its pretty much complete, i haven't had any problems with mine. they also sell a 6.5" lift that comes complete which i feel is a better bang for your buck.

 

ROUGH is an understatement  :yes:

[ggcnash]

The only full 4.5" kits I know of are cRusty's and Hellcreek.

 

Both have there draw backs. Rusty's is known for bad customer service and high shipping. Also the TB is garbage.

 

Hellcreek is a Rough County front kit with his springs.

 

I would build my own kit using Drop Brackets, RE coils and TB, followed up with HC leaves.

Exactly what I done, though mine is just 3.5"

[Blue XJ]

I'm not sure if they still sell them, but I went with Alcan springs for the rear of mine.  I bought them separate from the lift, but they are spring under lift springs for the Comanche.

[CoManChu]

thanks for the response everyone. i'm thinking of contacting one of these companies and see if they'll sell me just rear leaves and build the front just using xj components or simply go with rustys. I'm not a big fan of rough country. I'm not looking for top shelf jeepspeed stuff just something to go play with on the weekends and have fun with

[Incommando]

In my sig link is a list of the components for a front lift. It is all good quality pieces and I included part #'s, where I got them, and how much they were including shipping as of May 2014. I went with 5.5" front springs but the 4.5's are even a tad cheaper.

 

There are many ways to do it and some may be cheaper and some more expensive. But I know that this one works well

 

http://comancheclub.com/topic/43844-the-diy-700-off-road-capable-soa/

 

And right to the parts list:

http://comancheclub.com/topic/43844-the-diy-700-off-road-capable-soa/?p=445884

 

Just ignore the rear stuff.

[joester1908]

I did an SOA and got 6 inches of lift with a Dana 44 and a Trail Gear leaf spring perch. I did a ton of research on SOA, no one gives you the same number. It depends on the thickness of the axle (D35, D44 8.25, 8.8 all different size), what perch you go with, what springs you run, the condition of your stock ones, etc. 

 

I did a ton of research on lifts, and I didn't see too many kits that jumped out at me. That's why I went with SOA. What's your hesitation with AAL or SOA? I had AAL when I bought it, everyone says how rough they ride, but I haven't noticed a difference from AAL to SOA. 

 

i'm thinking of contacting one of these companies and see if they'll sell me just rear leaves and build the front just using xj components or simply go with rustys. I'm not a big fan of rough country. 

 

I would be surprised if most companies wouldn't sell just the rear leaves. But if you go that path, I would highly recommend Rubicon Express shocks, coils, and track bar. Even if you decided to go with someone else for the control arms.

[CoManChu]

Joester, I'm hesitant on doing a soa because my rear leaves are not in good condition. I pulled this truck out of a field not running for 500 dollars so you can imagine what kind of shape everything is in. I would do a soa but I would want to buy new stock leaves and do it that way. I figure if I want to buy springs anyways why not just go with the lift springs instead of doing the soa. I also thought I would come here and ask you guys the best route since I'm no expert and I thank everyone for their advice, tips, and that parts list was nice too! So money not a huge factor what would you recommend is the best option of the ones given?

[joester1908]

Joester, I'm hesitant on doing a soa because my rear leaves are not in good condition. I pulled this truck out of a field not running for 500 dollars so you can imagine what kind of shape everything is in. I would do a soa but I would want to buy new stock leaves and do it that way. I figure if I want to buy springs anyways why not just go with the lift springs instead of doing the soa. I also thought I would come here and ask you guys the best route since I'm no expert and I thank everyone for their advice, tips, and that parts list was nice too! So money not a huge factor what would you recommend is the best option of the ones given?

That makes sense to me. I haven't done much research on lift springs because I did SOA.

[xjrev10]

I did an SOA and got 6 inches of lift with a Dana 44 and a Trail Gear leaf spring perch. I did a ton of research on SOA, no one gives you the same number. It depends on the thickness of the axle (D35, D44 8.25, 8.8 all different size), what perch you go with, what springs you run, the condition of your stock ones, etc. 

 

I did a ton of research on lifts, and I didn't see too many kits that jumped out at me. That's why I went with SOA. What's your hesitation with AAL or SOA? I had AAL when I bought it, everyone says how rough they ride, but I haven't noticed a difference from AAL to SOA. 

 

 

i'm thinking of contacting one of these companies and see if they'll sell me just rear leaves and build the front just using xj components or simply go with rustys. I'm not a big fan of rough country.

 

I would be surprised if most companies wouldn't sell just the rear leaves. But if you go that path, I would highly recommend Rubicon Express shocks, coils, and track bar. Even if you decided to go with someone else for the control arms.

Rubicon Express mono tubes are still rebadged Bilsteins right? I know for a fact they where before Rubicon went out of business in the recession.

[Incommando]

Your rear springs may not be that bad. Mine also sat for years after being wrecked and had sunk into the ground. I paid $400 for it, pulled it out, made sure it was reasonably road worthy, and started driving it. Despite having 225,000 miles on it before the SOA the leafs on mine at least are still fine. I think I only got a bit over 5" on my rear SOA because of the high mileage 2wd rear springs. If you want to change them out for piece of mind then by all means change them out. But if you do decide to off road it remember that high arch lift springs tend to ride rougher and flex less than a flatter stockish spring on average. Your mileage may vary