There is a pic of how she sits now.
Bob S.
03 Jeep Liberty
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| Author: | 1 BAD BIRD [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 5:45 pm ] |
| Post subject: | NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up. |
Hello everyone, I am not new to jeeps (04 Freedom GC), but I am new to modding jeeps. I have been doing ALOT of searching this site and looking at lift pictures of JKs to see what I would like to have my KJ look. Below is a list of the mods and lift ideas I have collected. Please let me know what you think. Any and all comments are welcome and appreciated. I want to make sure I am ordering the correct items BEFORE I order them. Most of the items below I was going to order through JBA since I live in PA and hope to save some $$ on shipping costs. (live 1.5 hours away) Are their prices fair? or are there other companies that I would do better with pricing? ARB front bumper. !adjusted below list! Lift kit plan: FRONT OME 927 springs with OME NS131 struts 3/8" top spacer 3/8' clevis lift 3" Tereflex bumpstops GEN4.5 JBA A ARMS REAR OME 948 springs with OME N132L shocks 2 (1/2) ISOLATORS PER SIDE Daystar rear bumpstops WHEELS/ black moabs 16-8 265/70/16 Guard Dog M/T OK Am I missing anything? Will this lift max me out as far as heighth without messing with the CV joints? From what I can tell that is around 22.5-23.5"? The Jeep will be mainly used for daily on road driving with the occasional camping trips and weekend off roading. I have about 4k to spend on everything so please let me know what your thoughts and suggestions would be. Here is a pic of the jeep as she sits now. Bob S. 03 Jeep Liberty |
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| Author: | 1 BAD BIRD [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 5:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
There is a pic of how she sits now. Bob S. 03 Jeep Liberty |
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| Author: | tommudd [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 6:26 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
1 BAD BIRD wrote: Hello everyone,
I am not new to jeeps (04 Freedom GC), but I am new to modding jeeps. I have been doing ALOT of searching this site and looking at lift pictures of JKs to see what I would like to have my KJ look. Below is a list of the mods and lift ideas I have collected. Please let me know what you think. Any and all comments are welcome and appreciated. I want to make sure I am ordering the correct items BEFORE I order them. Most of the items below I was going to order through JBA since I live in PA and hope to save some $$ on shipping costs. (live 1.5 hours away) Are their prices fair? or are there other companies that I would do better with pricing? ARB front bumper. Lift kit plan: FRONT OME 790 springs front with only the ARB/no winch will be very firm with OME NS131 struts 3/8" top spacer 3/8' clevis lift 3" Tereflex bumpstops GEN4.5 JBA A ARMS REAR OME 948 springs with OME N132L shocks 2 1/2 ISOLATORS PER SIDE 2 1/2 per side???? add two uppers per side, can't add 1/2 Daystar rear bumpstops 2 hockey pucks per side is cheaper and work just as well or better WHEELS/TIRES Cragar V-5 16-8 16X8 what backspacing????if going 16X8 you need 5 inches of backspacing 16 X7 4 inch backspacing works best 265/70/16 Guard Dog M/T 1.25 spacer for a wider stance. if going 16X8 don't need nor want a spacer plus if you are buying wheels get the right backspacing and no spacers, waste of $$$$ OK Am I missing anything? Will this lift max me out as far as heighth without messing with the CV joints? From what I can tell that is around 22.5-23.5"? will be about 22.75 The Jeep will be mainly used for daily on road driving with the occasional camping trips and weekend off roading. I have about 4k to spend on everything so please let me know what your thoughts and suggestions would be. Here is a pic of the jeep as she sits now. Bob S. 03 Jeep Liberty |
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| Author: | tommudd [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 6:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
I just added in to your post what I thought works best like mentioned without a winch the ride will be "very" firm in the front I ran with a ARB for 100,000 on my first OME lift and 927 springs just a thought 790s do not give you more lift only hold more weight over 927s |
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| Author: | Cobalt-60 [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 8:12 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
Listen to Tom. You will end up saving a lot of money, time, and headache. |
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| Author: | 1 BAD BIRD [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 8:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
Tom, The v5 only come in 4.5" of bs. Will that work? I will go with the 927 for the front till i get a winch? Everything else look correct? Any suggestions? Thank you |
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| Author: | tommudd [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 8:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
with 4.5 inches of backspacing then I'd really go with 7 inch wide, its going to set the tires out to almost the edge of the fender but not enough to cause problems. For example Moabs are 8 inches wide with 5 inches of back spacing and I did rub on the rear fenders a lot when stuffed and that was way back when I had 255-70s on. With 265-70 Guard Dogs it will be even more so since they run taller than normal and more aggressive tread. |
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| Author: | 1 BAD BIRD [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 10:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
Well that stinks Tom, I really liked those  There was a guy on another forum trying to sell a set of black moabs, might have to just get those then. Is that the max setup on a stock CV? or can I improve? As far as the isolators for the rear what I meant to say was 2 (1/2" in thick) per side. That is what JBA lists. Are they correct? For the front spacer I am assuming I would want to go with the 3/8" from Boiler? I have the big pieces pagged just want to make sure I get all the correct spacers and and plates. Thanks again for your help Maybe I should take a ride to OH for the install As is I am going to take a long weekend and my uncle and I are going to give it a shot. It is basic mechanical, take your time....should be good to go Bob S |
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| Author: | tommudd [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 10:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
Come on over ' we're redoing a lift I did back 2 or 3 years ago in a couple of weeks. He thinks he needs to lift it more now  22.5-23 is about where you want to be , its a safe range without problems I try to get all that I do about 22.5 You can run the 265-70s on a 7 inch wheel heres what a Moab looks like as far as sitting in the rear fender ( with 265-75s  heres one with 265-70s sitting on the Moabs kind of give you an idea 
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| Author: | tommudd [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 10:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
1 BAD BIRD wrote: Well that stinks Tom,
I really liked those There was a guy on another forum trying to sell a set of black moabs, might have to just get those then. Is that the max setup on a stock CV? or can I improve? As far as the isolators for the rear what I meant to say was 2 (1/2" in thick) per side. That is what JBA lists. Are they correct? Yes that is correct sorry I misunderstood For the front spacer I am assuming I would want to go with the 3/8" from Boiler? I have the big pieces pagged just want to make sure I get all the correct spacers and and plates. Boilers are 3/8 inch yes so you'll get 3/4 of an inch lift, JBAs are 1/4 inch Thanks again for your help Maybe I should take a ride to OH for the install As is I am going to take a long weekend and my uncle and I are going to give it a shot. It is basic mechanical, take your time....should be good to go Come on over, its a simple job really just removing and replacing, my first lift on mine took me about 3 hours now I tear it down just for something to do for an hour  Bob S |
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| Author: | 1 BAD BIRD [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 11:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
Thanks Tom, Meet me half way and we will just do it along the side of the turnpike No reason I can't do it myself. There is enough materials on here to guide me through anything I may find Bob S. |
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| Author: | tommudd [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 11:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
You'll be fine, if not call me, I've talked a few others through the tight spots before As far as meeting along the highway never did that but did install a Frankenlift in a college parking lot 
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| Author: | 2006 KJ [ Thu Jul 14, 2011 11:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
where are you located in PA? your build plan looks right on par with tom's suggestions. you'll love the new handling and ride characteristics |
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| Author: | 1 BAD BIRD [ Fri Jul 15, 2011 12:03 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
2006 KJ wrote: where are you located in PA? your build plan looks right on par with tom's suggestions. you'll love the new handling and ride characteristics I live in lititz lancaster county. Looks to be about 5 hrs from you. Bob s |
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| Author: | 1 BAD BIRD [ Fri Jul 15, 2011 6:23 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
Thanks guys, How was the ARB install? Bob s |
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| Author: | tommudd [ Fri Jul 15, 2011 8:08 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
Its not any harder than installing the lift, pretty straight forward, I have a pdf of the instructions if you'd like to look them over |
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| Author: | 1 BAD BIRD [ Fri Jul 15, 2011 1:55 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
Tom, That would be awesome if you could email thst too me? My email is badbird@ptd.net. Thank you Bob s |
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| Author: | tommudd [ Fri Jul 15, 2011 2:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
sent to ya! |
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| Author: | 1 BAD BIRD [ Fri Jul 15, 2011 9:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
Thank you very much Tom, Bob s. |
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| Author: | RED_KJ_666 [ Sun Jul 17, 2011 6:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: NEWB looking for some input on my first Liberty build up |
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