phxtoad wrote:
I posted awhile back that I am 'allowed' to lift Lois's '95 YJ.
However, I promised that I would never scratch it.
After researching things with the goal of running 33's (the right way), I'm thinking of dialing it back a bit due to $$$ and sticking to 31's/32's. This rig probably will only see trails once in a while, so I'm thinking 2.5" lift, maybe a 1" body lift (if needed - I know everyone hates them - I wouldn't do more than 1") - and/or shackles. Then just some disconnects for the sways.
Questions:
1. Will I need to do a SYE with only the 2.5" lift?
2. Will it need a transfer case drop (in lieu of SYE)?
3. Extended brake lines?
4. Will it need to be re-geared (if she wants to retain quick acceleration)?
5. Drop pitman arm?
6. Steering stabilizer (is death wobble an issue at 2.5")?
My assumption is that I wouldn't need to do any of the above (except for maybe #3 and #5) if it's not going to be used off road much.
Any advice?
Thanks for your support!
Todd
Okay, here's my two cents on this topic;
Firstly let me say that is one fine YJ you have there. I seldom see any with a shine, most are beaten & scratched. I'm not positive if you'll be able to get 33's under a 2.5" suspension lift. A one or two inch body lift (about $100) may get 32's under your fenders. How big of an engine do you have?
I'm assuming that since you don't want to scratch your ride you're not considering any more than mild stock trails. Maybe what you need is a mild upgrade.
I have some experience on the YJ, I have a 95 with a 4" RE lift running on 33's(its definitely not shiny). Lets look at each of the questions you've made.
1. Will I need to do a SYE with only the 2.5" lift?
nope, I'm running a YJ with 4" of suspension lift without a SYE or any driveline vibration
2. Will it need a transfer case drop (in lieu of SYE)?
3. Extended brake lines?
my Rubicon Express lift kit came with transfer case drop hardware & hardware to extend the front brake lines and sway bar disconnects
Its totally your choice but for myself I chose to install all new brake lines front to back (they must have been over twelve years old) and to raise my engine rather than lower the transfer case
4. Will it need to be re-geared (if she wants to retain quick acceleration)?
if you do make a drastic change in tire size then yes, I'd say you need to regear. My four banger YJ sucks big time on the highway with the stock 4.10 gears
5. Drop pitman arm?
I doubt it. Again even with my lift I didn't require it but I chose to put one in.
6. Steering stabilizer (is death wobble an issue at 2.5")?
nope, I believe the "death wobble" is an issue with TJ's because of their coil springs. I'm still running with my stock steering.
Here's an idea, why don't you get a mild body lift ($100) and new wider 32's. Your ride will look great & you'll still have cash in your pocket.