So the $793 only gets you the front kit. Yeah not sure who would only get the front kit. I guess it would lift the front up about 1" higher than the rear so you would have a slight california lift. Or you could have a spacer lift in the back, but doing that would only save you in parts $50.... Not worth the savings!

I do have some questions:

1. Why would one want the AL's A-arms? What do they do for you??

2. What is the difference between the Hydro and Nitro Gas shocks?? If towing does it matter?

3. What are the quick disconnects??

Thanks!

ok I can answer most of them for you

The new arm's do many things.
1. they correct the caster angle because the lower a arms can only be pull in so far.
2. because they are longer that stock arms, it corrects ball joint angles
3. also they provide a grease able serviceable ball joint. other wise, when the upper ball joint goes, you have to replace the who a arm

hydro- uses fluid damping disc where as nitro use a gas over liquid charge

quick disconnects, they allow you to disconnect the front sway bar so you can gain more articulation, but as far as i know, he doesn't have any ready due to the fact that the kk is different from the kj

1. Are the A-arms needed for a 2.5" lift? I would say no, how ever most kj owners strongly recommend it. also come alignment time, it will make it a lot easier
2. Do A-arms give any more articulation? they could when you are at full drop. with the stock arms, you may come in to contact with the strut before you reach full drop
3. What happens if the upper ball joint goes? while driving??
4. Do A-Arms allow for bigger tires? I want to fit 235/85R16 BFG or 265/75R16 Not sure which one is a better tire. They do fit with a 2" lift but a think the 235's might be better with articulation.
5. When would one disconnect the front sway bar? Is this something you would do while off-roading only or just at times while off-roading or what??
6. What are the advantages of Hydro (Fluid) versus Nitro (gas) shocks?

Thanks so much!

I guess there are some questions unanswered. $793.72 for kit....plus 195.95 for rear springs, plus 375.95 for optional A-arms. Grand total: $1,365.62.

Other options:
Nitro shocks to replace Hydro - $12
Quick Disconnect - $163.50

I've got a couple questions:
1.) Why wouldn't there be new front shocks available/included?
2.) What are the chances of getting Old Man Emu shocks to fit...any benefit?
3.) Would it be prudent to get the new brake lines? Someone said they are pretty tight on a 2" lift. Any suggestions, because that could add another 300 bones to the deal.
4.) Why wouldn't the other items on the 4" lift be necessary, such as: the adjustable track bar?


I am a novice, albeit a craving novice... please help.

1.) Why wouldn't there be new front shocks available/included?

SilverKK09,

It is important to lift to avoid extensive underbelly damage from frequent armadillo crossings......I hear their armored hides raise hell with even the skid plates. Perhaps you could write it off or get some kind of credit from your insurance company.