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Old 07-05-2007, 05:49 PM   #1
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how high can i go???

ok so i have a 98 xj with a 2" bb lift on it. im looking to go bigger but dont have the cash for a new driveshaft right now. im wondering if anyone can tell me how high i can go before ill need to get a longer driveshaft and also is it possible to drop the transfer case on that? thanks!

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Old 07-05-2007, 06:10 PM   #2
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It's not a longer drive shaft issue as much as the slip yoke causing vibes. You will need a slip yoke eliminator (SYE) if you go too much higher. Most people need them at 3" with the newer xjs. It's hard to say though, because it all depends on what tranny, t-case, and rear axle you have.

You can drop the t-case, but the only real way to correct the rear drive line angles is to get a sye. A t-case drop is a cheap, temporary band aid fix.

Here's a great thread on the subject: http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f11/official-sye-slip-yoke-eliminator-thread-all-read-426483/


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Old 07-05-2007, 08:28 PM   #3
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yeah im looking into a 3-3.5 lift right now and i was considering adding my blocks and spacers to that making it a 5-5.5 so ill definitly need to look into the SYE.

thanks for the help!
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Old 07-05-2007, 08:47 PM   #4
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yeah im looking into a 3-3.5 lift right now and i was considering adding my blocks and spacers to that making it a 5-5.5 so ill definitly need to look into the SYE.

thanks for the help!
I hope you are looking into adjustable control arms and a track bar as well...
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Old 07-09-2007, 09:24 AM   #5
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So, Can you go with a 4.5" and not have to change any driveline stuff?
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Old 07-09-2007, 10:12 AM   #6
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So, Can you go with a 4.5" and not have to change any driveline stuff?

Did you read any of the other posts in this thread?
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Old 07-09-2007, 06:43 PM   #7
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haha from what your asking, read up little more before you go bigger, i suggest buying the XJ builders guide sold by one of the mods in the XJ section, great starters book
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Did you read any of the other posts in this thread?
obviously not... noobs just like to ask questions... not read.
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