high steer kit needed?

**mean90yj** · 05-02-2007, 11:51 AM

just wanted to get some opinions on this, my buddy informed me that i may need to look into a high-steer kit for my 5" BDS springs. Total i will be running about 5.5-6" of lift w/ my 5/8" MORE shackles. Anyone know if this will be needed or knows someone who has had to put one on. I really can't fab one up b/c im not that mechanically inclined, any kits out there that may be worth looking into?

**mean90yj** · 05-02-2007, 12:10 PM

anyone have any info about this?

Tulsachokehold · 05-02-2007, 12:18 PM

High steer couldnt hurt the Jeep. But, I think that you will be ok, unless you are going SOA. I think you will need a drop pitman arm though.

ovrlnd · 05-02-2007, 01:18 PM

you dont have to go highsteer but you can do a tie rod flip with inserts from
goferit products. you will still need to do a little fab work and the d30 steering arms are
low on the knuckle but it will raise it up.

chupacabrah · 05-02-2007, 01:45 PM

http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f12/soa-5-4wd-lift-334423/

this thread for reference.

I don't *THink* it would be needed. at very minimal, drop pitman arm.

maybe tie rod flip as mentioned above, that's probably a good idea.

anybody w/ 5" lift w/ experience on this? if it's needed, not needed.

Pics.

ovrlnd · 05-02-2007, 07:51 PM

I run the BDS 4.5 with 4wd shackles that say 1" but are less, run the flipped tie rod setup with a stock pitman arm. I'll try to get a pic here...

ovrlnd · 05-02-2007, 08:09 PM

here are some photos. good thing I am bored i guess.
this is sitting flat in my driveway granted the arms on my outer knuckles are higher than a d30 but you get the idea.

kloppk · 05-02-2007, 08:30 PM

When I did my SOA I used the Rocky Road YJOTT High Steer kit.

bryan-2kevo · 05-03-2007, 05:08 PM

i have never seen that high steer kit!!! how much does that run???

ckiel24 · 05-03-2007, 05:13 PM

I'd be intrested as well. Where did you pick that kit up at?

kloppk · 05-03-2007, 06:39 PM

As mentioned its sold by Rocky Road Outfitters.
Here is the link to their web page with the system description, features and pricing.
http://www.rocky-road.com/yjott.html
It's for use on the stock YJ Dana 30 axle & steering knuckles.

The price listed is: $479

blue-monster · 11-20-2009, 06:59 PM

from where you get the bracket? it is custom or original kit?

kraziexj · 11-20-2009, 08:08 PM

The JB Raised Steering Bracket

blue-monster · 11-20-2009, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kraziexj

The JB Raised Steering Bracket

2 bracket for bothe side left and right 160$ right? and thanx aloot

**Apollo12227** · 11-20-2009, 08:44 PM

The rocky road highsteer kit is the best kit i've EVER seen... I own it and it made my steering BETTER THAN STOCK... I'm running 36" tires, Spring Over Conversion (4" of lift) along with 2.5" springs, and 1 1/4 shackles... So more or less 8 total inches of lift. A dropped pitman arm simply isn't enough, i've got a drop pitman arm WITH my high steer kit and this allowed me to bolt my skid plate directly to the frame, I have no spacers (transfer case drop)what-so-ever...

Although the rocky road kit is expensive as heck... it was worth every single penny in my case... I love it to death, wouldn't give it up for anything.

05-02-2007, 01:18 PM	#4
ovrlnd Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 677 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	you dont have to go highsteer but you can do a tie rod flip with inserts from goferit products. you will still need to do a little fab work and the d30 steering arms are low on the knuckle but it will raise it up. __________________ "We'll get out of this disaster in time for the next one" "I'm done recomboobulating the energy-mo-tron" 88 YJ, 350/350 Chevy, Twin Stick Dana 300 with JB 32 spline rear output, 6.5" lift, Front Scout II Dana 44 w/Yukon 4340 shafts, trac loc, 4.27's, Warn Premium Hubs, flipped YJ Tie Rod, Ford F150 front calipers, Rear Scout II Dana 44 w/Alloy 4340 shafts, HD RPT retainer plates, 4.27's True trac, Steeltech Disc brakes, Cage upgrade, B&M Prostick Shifter, Custom Fabbed tire, gas, jack carrier, 3/8 angle rear bumper, clevis's all around, old & reliable rep8000 winch. Flood lights. loud stereo. 35x12.50 swampers and a bunch of other stuff

05-02-2007, 07:51 PM	#6
ovrlnd Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 677 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	I run the BDS 4.5 with 4wd shackles that say 1" but are less, run the flipped tie rod setup with a stock pitman arm. I'll try to get a pic here... __________________ "We'll get out of this disaster in time for the next one" "I'm done recomboobulating the energy-mo-tron" 88 YJ, 350/350 Chevy, Twin Stick Dana 300 with JB 32 spline rear output, 6.5" lift, Front Scout II Dana 44 w/Yukon 4340 shafts, trac loc, 4.27's, Warn Premium Hubs, flipped YJ Tie Rod, Ford F150 front calipers, Rear Scout II Dana 44 w/Alloy 4340 shafts, HD RPT retainer plates, 4.27's True trac, Steeltech Disc brakes, Cage upgrade, B&M Prostick Shifter, Custom Fabbed tire, gas, jack carrier, 3/8 angle rear bumper, clevis's all around, old & reliable rep8000 winch. Flood lights. loud stereo. 35x12.50 swampers and a bunch of other stuff

05-02-2007, 08:09 PM	#7
ovrlnd Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 677 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	here are some photos. good thing I am bored i guess. this is sitting flat in my driveway granted the arms on my outer knuckles are higher than a d30 but you get the idea. __________________ "We'll get out of this disaster in time for the next one" "I'm done recomboobulating the energy-mo-tron" 88 YJ, 350/350 Chevy, Twin Stick Dana 300 with JB 32 spline rear output, 6.5" lift, Front Scout II Dana 44 w/Yukon 4340 shafts, trac loc, 4.27's, Warn Premium Hubs, flipped YJ Tie Rod, Ford F150 front calipers, Rear Scout II Dana 44 w/Alloy 4340 shafts, HD RPT retainer plates, 4.27's True trac, Steeltech Disc brakes, Cage upgrade, B&M Prostick Shifter, Custom Fabbed tire, gas, jack carrier, 3/8 angle rear bumper, clevis's all around, old & reliable rep8000 winch. Flood lights. loud stereo. 35x12.50 swampers and a bunch of other stuff

05-03-2007, 05:08 PM	#9
bryan-2kevo Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: east liverpool, oh Posts: 343 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	i have never seen that high steer kit!!! how much does that run???

05-03-2007, 05:13 PM	#10
ckiel24 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Columbus, IN Posts: 381 Profile Gallery Classifieds My Jeeps	I'd be intrested as well. Where did you pick that kit up at?