Stronger Suspension

DamianDeBe · 11-22-2006, 08:03 PM

Let me just say, GREAT FORUM!!! Lots of good info here.

Recently bought a ’98 Sport (108k)—Love it! It does, however, seem to need new shocks and maybe suspension parts . . .etc. (hearing springy, creeky sounds and the like.)

I am not necessarily opposed to lifting it, but if I did it would be a minimum lift. I’m a city boy and the closest thing I get to off-roading would be on fishing trips and such. (Although we do have some pretty mean potholes here.)

My question to you is, what can I do to beef up/upgrade my suspension. Like I said, I don’t want to build a monster (I would not do more than a 2” lift if at all). Any recommendations would be much appreciated.

Have a great Thanksgiving!

conrasm · 11-22-2006, 08:26 PM

You could do a budget boost. There are a few listed in the FAQ section. That would give you about 2" of lift, you could run a 30" tire, not be huge, but enough to make your jeep stand out.

If you feel your front springs are worn out, then replacing them with a set of ZJ V8 front coils will give you about 1.75" of lift and firmer ride.

RussoGuitar · 11-22-2006, 08:44 PM

I would start with new shocks, youd be surprised at the difference that it would make. Then if you still feel you want to do a small lift or somthing you could do a 2in budget boost and still use youre new shocks.

DamianDeBe · 11-22-2006, 08:55 PM

Hey,

I was looking at that budget boost . . . and it is not out of the question--the price sure is right.

The idea of installing the zj coils on the front is intriguing, but will i have to do anything to the rear?

I figured I would need new shocks first and foremost: any recomendations for a brand and style to look out for to suit my needs?

Thanks for the quick replies.

RussoGuitar · 11-22-2006, 08:59 PM

If you do the ZJ coils then youll want like an aal or somthing to levle the rear with the front. An aal may ride a little stiff. Check out rusty's offroad for them. For shocks , Monroe Sensatracs and nice.

GottaBeJeep · 11-22-2006, 09:01 PM

Here you go: http://www.rocklizardfabrications.com/home_brew_budget_boost.htm

It's a lot of reading, be sure to read the updates. Shoot me an email if you have any questions.

DamianDeBe · 11-22-2006, 10:24 PM

Thanks for all of this spot-on advice

And, GottaBeJeep, that link has inspired me . . .
i like the idea of that home brew budget boost on my black XJ. I will be hitting some junkyards this weekend. And the Monroe Sensatracs seem t be pretty solid.

Man, I'm glad I got another cherokee . . .sooooo much fun!

Happy thanksgiving . . . Leave no Turky behind!

Jeepokee · 11-22-2006, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GottaBeJeep

Here you go: http://www.rocklizardfabrications.com/home_brew_budget_boost.htm

It's a lot of reading, be sure to read the updates. Shoot me an email if you have any questions.

Great kit.

Rides great too.

DamianDeBe · 11-22-2006, 10:41 PM

Hey, jeepokee

That ride is what I’m talkin’ about: nice and mean and to the point! And my girl (who keeps harassing me) likes the color better than my black one. (She asked how much for a paint job . . .)

What tires you runnin’? I like

nevermind about the tires -- 30 x 9.5 firestone's Duuhh!

too many beers for me!

Jeepokee · 11-22-2006, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by DamianDeBe

Hey, jeepokee

That ride is what I’m talkin’ about: nice and mean and to the point! And my girl (who keeps harassing me) likes the color better than my black one. (She asked how much for a paint job . . .)

What tires you runnin’? I like

They're 30" Firestone Destination MTs. When researching before I got em I didn't come across anything bad about them. They handle well in the rain too. TireRack has them at #1 in their off-road category.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Firestone&tireModel=Destination +M%2FT