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Picked up my WJ in March 2011, time to start a build thread!
Last edited by enjoithis; 04-01-2016 at 08:34 AM.
Picked up a set of 33x12.5 BFG AT's I found on Craigslist, $100 each, still have the whiskers on them! Ordered some D-Window 15x8 + 4" rims to mount these on
A year later. Finally, got a 4" IRO Front Long arm kit.
Lessons learned:
To fit 33's or bigger, you will need adjustable lower control arms, I was fortunate enough that I ordered them regardless. I pushed the front axle about 2" forward. This also means you need a longer front drive shaft!
To prevent death wobble, do it right. Fix your ball joints, tie rods, rotors, etc. Get a good quality lift like IRO's.
Go with long arms! You will regret going 4" without them.
Tom woods custom u-joint front drive shaft. I had to change the yokes out because I had the stock crappy Rezeppa or CV style shaft.
Last edited by enjoithis; 04-01-2016 at 08:36 AM.
6-17-2012
First time wheeling the lifted jeep! This thing is unstoppable in the local trails, and some pictures to enjoy!
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Last edited by enjoithis; 04-01-2016 at 08:37 AM.
no problems with 15 inch wheels??
Keep an eye on the TW shaft. Make sure its well lubed and inspected regularly, I had my DC blow and turn my T-Case into a two piece...
Nice jeep, keep up the good work.
After having some fun in the mud my steering box started leaking. The last component of the power steering system that I havent replaced. I swapped it out with a used gear box and all is back to normal!
Yea, lockers will probably be needed soon. Unfortunately I have quadra drive so i dont think its going to be an easy swap
so any updates on this build? It was lookin good but we lost ya.
Finally needed to change front brake calipers since one seized up. I went ahead and got the Akebono calipers, pads, and new centric rotors. I had to grind down the caliper to fit the 15" wheels over them. All said and done, it stops nice and smooth!
Photo op!
Jeep Grand Cherokee Rollin Dirty by WhitbeckPhoto.com, on Flickr
Update here: YES I've run into a problem with 15"s. I seized a caliper and decided it was a good time to upgrade, the Akebono calipers are just a bit too big for 15" wheels. It took some grinding off the top to get them to fit. I have pictures, I'll post them later. Grinding needed was not much for my wheels thankfully with the offset I'm running. I could see where most will need to grind about 1/4" off the entire top of the caliper.
Finally relocated washer fluid using a voyager reservoir and the WJ pump. Spliced in the voyager level sensor for a fully functional tank!
Last edited by enjoithis; 04-01-2016 at 08:38 AM.
looking good
Finally getting around to some more upgrades on this project.
-JK 44 rear, 4.56 gears, E-Locker
-Front axle 4.56 gears, E-Locker, all new bearings, axles, seals.
-Fitting the rear LCA brackets on the frame. used two, 1/4" steel plates to beef up the frame.
-Transfer case ( 242HD ) getting SYE and tom woods rear driveshaft
I'll try to post some progress as the build continues
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