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Old 08-25-2008, 03:49 PM   #1
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New addition to the Family

Hey guys
My gf and I Just recently got a 92 YJ for 4K Originally we wanted a TJ but with our limited funds we found this YJ in a Damn good condition . It has no leaks and interior isn't bad at all and man this thing call haul ASSSSSSS !!!!!
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Front dana 30 - 4.10 gear ratio
Rear dana 35 - 4.10 gear ratio
I think it might have a lift on it but Im not sure nether was the previous owner....but we also ordered the RC 4' lift from Ryan at RC hopefully will be coming this week .











So what are some good Mods I can do to this thing ???

BTW there is a slight knocking when idling in Neutral ... what steps should I do to find the source of this problem ?? Oil and O2 sensor has just been recently changed .

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Old 08-25-2008, 03:53 PM   #2
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Looks like a sweet find. Good luck.
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Old 08-25-2008, 04:00 PM   #3
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Great find!! you already have the ideal set up 4.10's and 4.0l. I added a Dynomax Ultraflo, and took off my rattling () cat, and it really made a big difference, without too much uneeded noise.
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Old 09-10-2008, 12:41 PM   #4
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Thanks guys

Well finally finished the RC 4" lift install this weekend had alot of trouble with the pitman arm we broke one pitman arm puller then tried it with a nicer puller didn't work so just we decided to just cut it off :P Then we got some cragar soft 8's and bfgoodrich 285/70/r17 for it.
Also im going to have to get some rear boom shackles to lift the rear up a bit because its rubbing .


Man this jeep thing is expensive :maddance: .

Then we took it out on a test run with a couple of friends . Man this rides better than stock flexes really nice and the ride isn't so bumpy . So far no vibs from driveline at all the angle isn't that bad but will invest in a SYE kit anyways.

btw im thinking about painting the softtop any Idea's on how can this be done ?

Also

Anyone know any good write ups for DIY rock sliders for YJ ?

here are some pics :
Right after lift .



With Lift and 33"s

Rear sits kinda low


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Old 09-10-2008, 12:43 PM   #5
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Old 09-10-2008, 01:18 PM   #6
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I noticed you put bump stop add ons on the axle....Did it come with the kit??

What kind of clearance do you have between the frame bumpstop and the axle bumpstop at ride height??

Just curious because that does not look like a lot of travel and I know you have to limit your suspension at some point so you do not damage anything.

General question...Does anyone know what the original bumpstop space is for a stock wrangler and does that have to be maintained for any lift amount??
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Old 09-10-2008, 03:05 PM   #7
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BTW there is a slight knocking when idling in Neutral ... what steps should I do to find the source of this problem ?? Oil and O2 sensor has just been recently changed .
The sound is probably lifter tap. Its very common in inline sixes, just because the camshaft is so long. Search 'lifter tap' and you should find some fixes for it. I asked my dad about this, and he said its no real problem when at idle. If it does that at rpm's, then there's a problem. Mine does it too.
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Old 09-10-2008, 06:35 PM   #8
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Good lookin rig X2 on the lifter noise, mine does it tohere are some pics of mine http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq64/kingcandy66/Picture159.jpghttp://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq64/kingcandy66/Picture102.jpghttp://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq64/kingcandy66/Picture092.jpgHappy Wheelin'
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Old 09-11-2008, 11:01 AM   #9
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OK maybe this time, I dont understand all i know bout kuputrs http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/qq64/kingcandy66/Picture159.jpg
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Old 09-11-2008, 11:17 AM   #10
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I noticed you put bump stop add ons on the axle....Did it come with the kit??

What kind of clearance do you have between the frame bumpstop and the axle bumpstop at ride height??

Just curious because that does not look like a lot of travel and I know you have to limit your suspension at some point so you do not damage anything.

General question...Does anyone know what the original bumpstop space is for a stock wrangler and does that have to be maintained for any lift amount??
yes bumpstop did come with the kit , idk what the clearence is I must check it out later .

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The sound is probably lifter tap. Its very common in inline sixes, just because the camshaft is so long. Search 'lifter tap' and you should find some fixes for it. I asked my dad about this, and he said its no real problem when at idle. If it does that at rpm's, then there's a problem. Mine does it too.
Thanks man ill look it up hopefuly is something easy I can fix .
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Old 09-11-2008, 11:19 AM   #11
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Thanks you jeep is nice too , what kind of lift u have on that ?
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Old 09-11-2008, 11:20 AM   #12
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damn i can't delete post ... oh well ... bump
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Old 09-11-2008, 11:25 AM   #13
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btw im thinking about painting the softtop any Idea's on how can this be done ?

I wasn't aware you could paint a soft top. Is there a product to use?
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Old 09-11-2008, 01:26 PM   #14
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shinobi: Its a RE 4.5 Extreme Duty W/AA SYE and Tom Woods shaft 33x12.5r15 Toyo Open Counry MT Been havin a great time with it Dont know anything about changing color on a soft top, my hard top is gonna go back on before the snow flies
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Old 09-11-2008, 02:32 PM   #15
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hey kingcandy just realized that u live in Winnemucca NV you part of Reno4x4.com???
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