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| Author: | Mutt [ Thu Sep 28, 2006 9:48 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Rear springs |
I'm looking for a 1.5" taller spring than the OME with the Frankenlift. Any ideas where to locate such a beast. I'd like to retain the OME ride. |
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| Author: | Jeepjeepster [ Thu Sep 28, 2006 10:44 pm ] |
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I believe the skyjacker springs are taller but Ive heard they sag. The rear shouldnt be a big problem though since they dont need to hold much weight unless you tow alot or anything.. The front would be the one to sag if it was going to. Not to sure on that though. 
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| Author: | RespectMyLibertay [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 12:12 am ] |
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I have the Skyjacker coils All-J used to use in their Frankenlift. I think I got one of the last original Frankenlifts with them. They aren't much taller than the OME rear springs, so don't expect and extra 1.5" from them. They might be at most .5" taller, but are prone to sag over time which is why All-J went to OME. |
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| Author: | kickit_in4wheel [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 1:56 am ] |
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I believe Al said he is running lifted LJ springs in the back, i.e. wrangler unlimited springs. Not positive, but it's an idea. Plus I think Rock Krawler supposedly has a full length rear coil available in there new new X Factor 3.5" lift. Maybe the springs are available separately. |
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| Author: | Jeepjeepster [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 8:58 am ] |
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Mutt, dont you have the OME HD springs and 2 extra isolators per side? You are going to start getting some vibes I would say if you go much higher.
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| Author: | Mutt [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 9:03 am ] |
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I have two 1/2" spacers per side now, for a total of an inch. I want another 1/2", for a total of 1.5", but to get rid of the spacers. No vibrations. Hopefully, I'll have my adjustable upper link tomorrow. |
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| Author: | kickit_in4wheel [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 9:59 am ] |
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what about your pinion angle? |
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| Author: | Jeepjeepster [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 10:35 am ] |
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Mutt wrote: I have two 1/2" spacers per side now, for a total of an inch. I want another 1/2", for a total of 1.5", but to get rid of the spacers.
No vibrations. Hopefully, I'll have my adjustable upper link tomorrow. Ohh I see. Your just wanting to get rid of the spacers... 
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| Author: | swyszomirski [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 12:25 pm ] |
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Can Rock Krawler be trusted? I thought that any lift over 3" for the KJ made the C.V.s blow out quick? stephen |
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| Author: | Matt400 [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 1:33 pm ] |
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Mutt wrote: Hopefully, I'll have my adjustable upper link tomorrow. Would that be rear UCA or A arm and who has those?
BTW Rock Krawler told me they will not sell any parts from their kits. |
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| Author: | Jeepjeepster [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 3:24 pm ] |
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Matt400 wrote: Mutt wrote: Hopefully, I'll have my adjustable upper link tomorrow. Would that be rear UCA or A arm and who has those?BTW Rock Krawler told me they will not sell any parts from their kits. The rear of the KJ uses an A-arm. |
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| Author: | nolakj [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 4:05 pm ] |
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Matt400 wrote: Mutt wrote: Hopefully, I'll have my adjustable upper link tomorrow. Would that be rear UCA or A arm and who has those?BTW Rock Krawler told me they will not sell any parts from their kits. I believe Mutt is talking about the adjustable tri link from the boys at Carolina Rock shop. |
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| Author: | Matt400 [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 4:18 pm ] |
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Jeepjeepster wrote: The rear of the KJ uses an A-arm. I know some call it either but mainly was just curious if Mutt was replacing the entire part or adding a link in between.
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| Author: | Mutt [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 5:10 pm ] |
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Yes, the new upper link is being fabbed by Carolina Rock Shop. Looks like it's going to be another two weeks, scheduling issues. The new upper link is going to be a complete replacement for the stock unit, adjustable, and incorporates Rubicon Express Superflex builder balls. |
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| Author: | Matt400 [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 6:22 pm ] |
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Sounds interesting, the lower adjustable arms that pivot from RK look good too but you gotta buy the whole kit to get them. |
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| Author: | Mutt [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 6:26 pm ] |
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I've got the Rubicon Express lowers. |
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| Author: | Matt400 [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 8:54 pm ] |
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Mutt wrote: I've got the Rubicon Express lowers.
You must have connections or something cuz I couldn't find a rear "A" arm from Carolina Rock Shop or lowers from Rubicon Express on their web sites 
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| Author: | Mutt [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 10:24 pm ] |
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I don't have connections. The Rubicon Express 3715 isn't specifically made for the Liberty, but it fits and works. Although, it has no swaybar provision. Andy at Carolina Rock Shop is custom fabbing the upper boomerang replacement for me. |
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| Author: | Matt400 [ Fri Sep 29, 2006 10:51 pm ] |
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Thanks Mutt for the info, Why a complete new arm and not just a spacer? |
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| Author: | Mutt [ Sat Sep 30, 2006 9:07 am ] |
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Well, I'm trying to get the wheels recentered in the wells. I've never understood what a "spacer" would accomplish. Mine will be longer than the stock unit, adjustable, and offer more articulation. |
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