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Forum: Suspension

  1. Springs

    3" lift lift springs for a zuk Trail gear 300.00 vs. Deaver 565.00. With out shipping for both. Trail gear any good?

    Started by Zukman, 05 Sep 10 04:26 pm
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    06 Sep 10 01:47 pm Go to last post
  2. Chevy 3/4 burban 6" to 8" lift

    I want to increase my lift from 6" suspension lift to 8" suspension lift and was wondering what I would need to get.... other than the leaf springs.

    Started by ArinEOD, 03 Jun 10 03:02 pm
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    06 Jun 10 07:38 am Go to last post
  3. Kasi's purple mud hog

    When I do kasi's axle swap to an 8.8 this summer I'm thinking for doing a spring over in the rear since the rear springs settled out so much, any words of wisdom?

    Started by boshos, 26 Mar 10 11:14 am
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  4. Tj 6" lift and 3/4 ton axles

    Started out by putting the 6” lift on the front so that I could make sure with the stock axles in place everything lined up correctly. Started out laying all the pieces and parts out. Then took some “before” pictures. Used the...

    Started by ChevyKev, 17 Aug 09 02:12 pm
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    25 Aug 09 02:23 pm Go to last post
  5. Coil Overs?

    Need as much info as I can on these. My TJ is getting ready to go into a big transformation over the next few months while I collect parts and I'm going to stretch the TJ and do coil overs but I don't know what lenght to get. I'm leaning twords...

    Started by ajpthng, 15 May 09 07:14 pm
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    30 May 09 07:58 am Go to last post
  6. Shock Tech

    As I'm going through my build I have been coming up with a bunch of questions on shocks. Especially regarding placement, angle and length. I'm mainly directing this towards leaf springs but not limiting to them. Through research the one thing...

    Started by Stumblinman, 14 May 09 11:02 am
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    17 May 09 09:53 am Go to last post
  7. Teraflex Revolver Shackles---Pros/Cons??

    Thinking about installing the revolvers on my 95 YJ with the Z-box's as well. Anybody have any experiance with them??

    Started by boshos, 28 Oct 08 04:20 pm
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  8. Bumpstop installation

    How the heck do ZJ / TJ / XJ front bumpstops stay put? :mad: I pulled the stock ones out, an am putting extended ones in. but can't figure out hos to make them stay. There's 3 little tabs around the cup where the poly piece goes. D I need to...

    Started by sevenslats, 13 Sep 08 03:56 pm
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    15 Sep 08 06:41 pm Go to last post
  9. Shackle Reversal

    I'm looking for information on front shackle reversal. I've been searching and haven't found a whole 'this is what happens' thread. any input appreciated. I'm seeing: gives about 2" lift. you need longer shackles to compensate for pinion...

    Started by Stumblinman, 09 Jul 08 07:24 pm
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    13 Jul 08 08:47 pm Go to last post
  10. Square Control Arms

    these are the links i am using for my rear four link suspension on the FrankinTuRD they are superbad!:twisted: http://www.suicidedoors.com/Square4-LinkBungwithSuperPivot.php the material that's going to be used will be 2x2 .25 wall ...

    Started by Angler, 07 Feb 08 11:05 pm
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    08 Feb 08 07:32 pm Go to last post
  11. Toyota Drop spring Hanger

    When I put the wagoneer springs on the front of my TuRD it gave me plenty of lift, however the wagoneer springs have an offset center pin so it caused my axle to be to far back and the 33inch tires would rub the fenders during flex, I researched...

    Started by Angler, 27 Jan 08 12:50 am
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    27 Jan 08 01:56 pm Go to last post
  12. Pivoting Leaf Spring Perches

    Has anyone ever used these pivoting perches. I am thinking of making some of these for my EB. It looks like if you can build them strong enough it would work well. May have to add some traction bars to help with axle wrap though. Opinions???

    Started by DieselPower, 04 Jan 08 04:21 am
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    18 Jan 08 11:07 pm Go to last post
  13. airbagged suspension questions

    http://hummerxclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3843 Guys what do you think of putting an airbag suspension on a 4x4 up here? This would be very cool, allow me more flex and a much better ride, plus the ability to lower for easy kiddy access then...

    Started by 93hummer, 26 May 07 11:40 am
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    27 May 07 08:12 am Go to last post
  14. Spring rate

    Ok I slightly understand spring rates but have a question. Going from a spring rate of 150 lbs to a spring rate of 180 lbs, how much would it effect the ride quality, offroad ability ie flexing and ability to keep tires on the ground? Can 30 lbs...

    Started by akram, 13 Apr 07 07:48 pm
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    14 Apr 07 03:32 pm Go to last post
  15. Testing front 4-link

    Well, Mousee did another awesome job! As part of my full-width axle swap, we ran into some steering issues. Thought we fixed those and ran into trackbar problems. Solution? 4-link the front! Here are some test pics. We maxed out our floor lift...

    Started by crazy4ink, 10 Apr 07 08:55 am
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  16. 03 Dodge front IFS info needed

    I need info on the 03 Dodge 1500 IFS front end. Ziggy and I are trying to help a guy out that has one with a unknow lift of around what we beleave is 5"-6". The CV shafts keep pulling apart. Anyone have information or know where I could find out...

    Started by holeski, 23 Feb 07 10:19 am
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  17. lift kits

    looking to go a little taller on my Taco. I was just wondering what you guys think. I have 2 differant lifts in mind 5" tuff country and the 6" Fabtech. both are around the same amount of money $1400-$1800. What do you all think? does anyone...

    Started by 2T2, 02 May 06 08:46 am
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    04 May 06 03:49 pm Go to last post
  18. 1999 Durango Lift Kits.

    I'm having a real problem finding what I want for Ladydurango's Dodge. I want to get it up high enough to fit 35 inch tires on it. It's not gonna be very good on a trail, but if I do it right it'll be fun in the mud. :allrighty: I want it to be able...

    Started by michaeljr5, 07 Apr 06 10:05 am
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  19. Jeep WJ 3" Spring Suspension Lift

    Gonna see if I can get pics and stuff when I do this first big build up to the WJ. Box 1 of 3 showed up today. Next weekend it looks like I'll be putting the lift on. If I can get it done Saturday, I might test it at the Sunday 55 mile. Here's a...

    Started by 28this, 26 Apr 06 07:31 am
    • Replies: 10
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    30 Apr 06 02:04 pm Go to last post
  20. Lift

    Ok looking for some advice for a friend that is out of the country. He has a 1994 dodge 1/2ton. he wants to put a lift on it to fit about 37's. He has 33's on it now. he mostly just wants to do some weekend wheeling. Nothing hard core at the...

    Started by akram, 28 Apr 06 08:58 pm
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    28 Apr 06 09:13 pm Go to last post
  21. 8.5 XJ Coil Swap

    I picked up a set of front XJ coils off the board. They are new 8.5 Rusty’s and I thought they where going to be way too big. I had 6-inch Skyjacker coils with 2" Polly coil spacers in there before. I swapped them out today in under then 1 hr. This...

    Started by holeski, 22 Apr 06 03:40 pm
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    22 Apr 06 11:57 pm Go to last post
  22. Lift opinions...PLEASE

    Looking at 2 different lifts besides the BB for the WJ. Does anyone have experience, goods, bads, suggestions for these or possibly others. RE does not make one for my Jeep. Constructive critisizm only please. here is the link to the first one,...

    Started by 28this, 14 Apr 06 11:22 am
    • Replies: 13
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    15 Apr 06 10:01 am Go to last post
  23. Fabing Control Arms

    At one point in my mass of on line searching I came across a write up on making your own control arms. As I skimmed past and told myself that I’ll need to remember this and look it up later. I now can’t fine crap about it. I need to order more tube...

    Started by holeski, 20 Mar 06 10:48 am
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    15 Apr 06 07:57 am Go to last post
  24. Shocks

    Ok Need some opinions and such. What brands do you suggest? And where is a good place to get them. Don't say E-bay I don't buy off of there anymore. As soon as I get my shock mounts I'm going to get measuring to find out the lengths. Then I'm...

    Started by akram, 08 Mar 06 04:19 pm
    • Replies: 13
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    14 Apr 06 05:29 am Go to last post
  25. Jeep TJ lift

    so here I am, with a little over 1 year on my 4" Procomp lift that isnt even all ProComp any more. I have Procomp 4" springs, R.E. rear shocks, trailmaster front shocks, ProComp front LCA's, Holeproof long arm rear LCA's, etc. With...

    Started by naturalbornmudder, 10 Apr 06 05:31 pm
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    12 Apr 06 04:54 am Go to last post
  26. Suspension help needed.

    I need some help "turning" my torsion bars. Martin and I were discussing issues with the Monty lastnight. When I had the bumper and winch installed on the front of the truck, it lowered the nose an inch or two. I was told the torsion bars can be...

    Started by michaeljr5, 10 Apr 06 12:07 pm
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    10 Apr 06 09:44 pm Go to last post
  27. 2" lift for Rubicon

    Does anyone know what the biggest size tires you can fit under a rubicon with a 2" lift? It comes stock with 31X10.50, most TJ's need a 2" lift just to get those under it. so i'm thinking that rubicon springs must be longer, which means if i put a...

    Started by letemeatpete, 09 Apr 06 08:28 pm
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    10 Apr 06 11:53 am Go to last post
  28. shackles

    I am trying to put stuff on my truck that obviously doesn't belong, the blocks center pin hole is too small and the shackles are too wide. Before I mount these and mess sometrhing up, can I use washers to fill in the gap between the mount and the...

    Started by jeepin_al, 20 Mar 06 10:24 pm
    • Replies: 7
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    21 Mar 06 10:48 pm Go to last post
  29. Torsion Bars.

    I was curios, Jeepin Al mention something about twisting or adjusting torsion bars to lift the front of an IFS vehicle. He said something about doing this with the factory ones. How is this done? I want to see if I can lift the front of the Monty...

    Started by michaeljr5, 22 Feb 06 06:36 pm
    • Replies: 13
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    13 Mar 06 09:08 pm Go to last post
  30. lift

    i have a 92 toyota with a 2in sus lift and 31x11.50 i would like to put a 6 inch lift and 35s but i cant find a 6in sus lift any were the biggest i can find is a 4 so, what is the best suspension package for a truck with ifs.............(ha i just...

    Started by 92-yotaboy, 25 Feb 06 08:22 am
    • Replies: 24
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    07 Mar 06 09:14 am Go to last post

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