Arctic_Libby's build thread

Arctic_Libby · **Posted:** Fri Mar 01, 2013 8:11 pm

There will be plenty of before and after pictures.

TheBlueKJ · **Posted:** Fri Mar 01, 2013 9:09 pm

Arctic_Libby wrote:

Finally got everything ready to go. OME 1.5" (2.5") lift, Duratracs 245/75R16, and 3/8" spacers to hopefully level out the front.

I'm debating if a truck wouldn't have been a bad idea...

Ahh now I'm debatin on callin out of work to come and watch!

Arctic_Libby · **Posted:** Fri Mar 01, 2013 9:53 pm

Work + Money = more mods vs Hanging out with buddies + working on jeeps = an awesome time.....I see your dilemma

Arctic_Libby · **Posted:** Sat Mar 02, 2013 9:16 pm

Pictures coming soon

Arctic_Libby · **Posted:** Sat Mar 02, 2013 9:16 pm

Pictures coming soon

TheBlueKJ · **Posted:** Sat Mar 02, 2013 11:39 pm

Where? I don't see em

Ted15 · **Posted:** Sat Mar 02, 2013 11:41 pm

Arctic_Libby · **Posted:** Sat Mar 02, 2013 11:45 pm

Here we go....

Took one this morning before it all started

Unpacking and setting up

Working on getting the front strut out.
https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos- ... 6483_n.jpg

Front strut out

Yes, JBA sends a "Jesus" DVD with their A-Arms. I went and picked up the lift from the JBA store...I guess you could say "I'm good enough to go to heaven"

OME strut in

Bolts for the A-arms...I thought this one was a pain in the booty....

But the one under that mess was way worse. Best way to get to it...loosen up the steering rod with the two 10mm nuts in the front driver side wheel well, then use the gap behind the driver head light and an extension to reach all the way back there. These bolts took forever to get out for the lack of room you have. I'm talking one click on a ratchet.

One side complete

In the spring compressor

And dropping the front down

Getting an alignment

All done. With 1BADKJ

Two things...a HUGE thank you to 1BADKJ for helping me out with this. And also....I didn't take the time to blur out my license plate so either steal my info and I'll hunt you down or do something really bad booty so I go to jail with an awesome rep.

Thanks.

TheBlueKJ · **Posted:** Sat Mar 02, 2013 11:51 pm

Looking good!

How long did it take?

Arctic_Libby · **Posted:** Sat Mar 02, 2013 11:54 pm

About 5 hours. started around 10 30 and rushed to the shop to get the alignment by 4 15. The hardest part were those darn A arm bolts. the rear end took all of 15 minutes.

Ted15 · **Posted:** Sun Mar 03, 2013 12:16 am

Nice.

Jeeper4life · **Posted:** Sun Mar 03, 2013 3:01 am

Nice! looks good man!

khalilw · **Joined:** Fri Sep 30, 2011 10:37 am **Posts:** 81

Can't wait to see those duratracs on! :-)r

Scar0 · **Posted:** Sun Mar 03, 2013 3:33 am

Looks great. That was a pretty quick install. :BANANA:

I'm sorry I forgot to tell you about the A-arm bolts. :oops:

They are a royal pain.
Once they are broken loose an air ratchet, extensions, and a "U" joint is the way to go. Zips them suckers off and on in no time, thanks to the welded tabs on the other side.
Sorry to say, once the lift settles in, you may have to have it aligned again, depending on how much the front settles it could mess up your camber.

Arctic_Libby · **Posted:** Sun Mar 03, 2013 9:41 am

I didn't know that but I'm fine with that. The ride is so much better now.

TheBlueKJ · **Posted:** Sun Mar 03, 2013 10:11 am

Can't wait to lift mine now!

jjohnson1892 · **Posted:** Sun Mar 03, 2013 10:57 am

Man, that looks awesome! What size tires are you going to run?

Arctic_Libby · **Posted:** Sun Mar 03, 2013 11:23 am

245/75R16. And BlueKJ, do it as soon as possible lol. I used to think this thing rode well but it rides so much better now.

lfhoward · **Posted:** Sun Mar 03, 2013 12:21 pm

Congratulations on the new lift! It looks great!! I also like to hear how nice it rides after lifting. I'll be joining your lifted KK club in just over a week. Can't wait!

Arctic_Libby · **Posted:** Sun Mar 03, 2013 12:31 pm

You're gonna love it. How long have you had that 4" sitting on a box? I've seen you say that all over on here. I don't know how you can wait that long lol

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