How to clevis lift

KKommando · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 1:33 am

Saw some of you have done this can't stand being nose down any info on how to parts needed some details would help thanks

Mr Nick · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 1:44 am

I don't have pictures, but if you look at the bottom of the strut, there is a 'fork' that is bolted to the strut with 1 large bolt. The bolt clamps the fork to the bottom of the strut. Loosen that bolt. Spray some WD-40 or equivalent between the 2 parts to help loosen them up.

Now... slide the fork down a bit, I'd say no more then 1/2" down, because as you do this the strut is not fully 'seated' in the fork and you loose some of the clamping surface area. You'll see what I mean.

"Sliding the fork down" is easier said then done. I got in there with an 18" pry bar and worked it down. Problem I had was once I pry it down, it would slide back up before I was able to tighten the clamp. That was only on the driver side though, you might get lucky and they stay put when you pry it down.

Make sure both sides are spaced out evenly, and you should get almost double that amount of lift, because of the geometry of IFS.

Make sure to spray brake clean on the rotors, as you probably get greasy hand prints on them. And torque the lug nuts when you're done!!

KKommando · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 3:33 am

wowzer im already lost im gonna have to give it a look see tommarow. aint this what they do when you put a plow on?[/quote]

To_The_Max · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 5:19 am

Take a look at the kj side here in L.O.S.T.. It is under the following headings:

Quote:

KJ 4X4 DISCUSSIONS;
2002-2007 LIBERTY MODELS;
UNDER STICKY NOTES : LIBERTY LIFT FAQ / PLEASE READ BEFORE POSTING

This is a discussion on some of the basics to lifting the jeep KJ but can be viewed to familiarize yourself with KK.
Granted, there are differences between the two but it is still a good reference.

long_tall_texan · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 7:25 am

There is a clevis lift how-to in the KJ section. It has pics and is very easy to follow. You shouldn't have any trouble doing it. Try it yourself. If you get stuck, just come back here and ask a question or two. Good luck!

KKommando · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 8:43 am

Dident think to look over there but it's negative 24 with the windchill so maybe that'll be for later next week but thanks for all the info

Gimme Liberty · **Posted:** Fri Jan 16, 2009 9:52 am

KKommando wrote:

Dident think to look over there but it's negative 24 with the windchill so maybe that'll be for later next week but thanks for all the info

I wouldn't mind some of that warm weather! Here it's -47F with the windchill this morning. Brrr!

long_tall_texan · **Posted:** Sat Jan 17, 2009 2:58 am

Here is the thread I was thinking about. It is over on jeepkj.com. But a good pic and a simple instruction set.

http://www.jeepkj.com/forum/showthread.php?t=34855

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