35s were big in 2000 when a 44/9 combo were beef . A 6-8 lift spring full width' 60/14 10 inch rear stretch 3 inch front bump stops and fender cutting gets you 44-47s properly bump stopped on an xj...kind of puts 33-35s in perspective.
@@Mr1985Badass I never checked it before the gears, but it got around 13-15 average with mixed driving. It wasn't great, but right in line with any truck or SUV lifted on 35s. The gear swap definitely helped with drivability. With the stock gear I couldn't climb up stuff, even in 4 low. It would just bog down. I could only run 55 in OD, but after the swap 75 was manageable. If you're going larger than 33's, you need 4.88s IMO
I know this is an old video, but how much up travel do you have, or space between the bump stops?, Im wondering because I think I have about 3.5 in of lift, with only a couple in or so between my bumps (though they compress a bit). it doesn't rub at all at full stuff(maybe in front at full stuff/lock???). but it seems to do ok and be well planted with alot of down travel... Just curious if I need more up travel/lift as I've only had a chance to flex it out with the 35's (no access to real trails/ off camber/ rocks yet) Any advice on minimum acceptable bump spacing/ up travel would be appreciated!
what lift and 3 link kit are you running? i have a rough country 4.5 inch. that was a mistake lol. im looking at a rusty's 8 inch long arm kit and maybe 1 tons... should be fun. i bent my stock front axle so I am looking at getting bigger/beefier ones
Jared Bettger I'm actually running the Rough Country long arm and I've had good success with it. What were your issues? Currie sells replacement joints for the long arm kit as well.
Jared Bettger The travel is limited by your shock length. As far as death wobble, the track bar is generally the culprit although I've had it happen because of ball joints and tie rods as well.
I see your not running sway bar end links. how does it handle? cause I have a 8.5 inch lift on my xj with 35's and when I run with no sway bar end links it sways pretty good
Hey man, I’m fitting the same wheels and tires on my MJ. I’ve got the IRO 3-link up front with a RC 4.5” lift. My question is, will I only have to trim my fenders and Wells to fit these properly? As far as your tires rubbing the lower control arms do they clear?
Mine don't hit the control arms. I trimmed a good bit off my fenders, especially at the rear. I had to cut and fold the inner fender seam and (massage) it with a hammer. I do rub on the inner unibody at full lock, but it's so little I can't even tell other than missing paint there
@@comanchefun1612 I run 4.5" RE coils up front with 1" spacers. I have a bastard pack in the rear with 1" shackles. Needed brake lines all the way around. If you want it to perform well, invest in good shocks at the proper length.
That's a sexy ass Jeep. I have a 96 xj that I'm thinking about doing a 4.5 inch lift on. Would trimming mine like yours and adding the same bumpstops let me clear 35's easily?
@@jnork5005 That's what I was thinking. If I have to, I can probably add a half and inch more bumpstop than you did since my lift will be a half an inch shorter.
@@Mr1985Badass it's best to measure since every ride is unique. It's easy to do, flex it and measure. You'll need a spotter so you don't crush a fender. I think I gave myself around 3/4" of space between the fender and tire in case I hit something hard.
Damn I ordered 6.5 inch lift thinking that would barely work if that’s 5 inches it looks Jacked to the heavens I think ima re think my planning board and go for a smaller lift
I know this is an old video, but how much up travel do you have, or space between the bump stops?, Im wondering because I think I have about 3.5 in of lift, with only a couple in or so between my bumps (though they compress a bit). it doesn't rub at all at full stuff(maybe in front at full stuff/lock???). but it seems to do ok and be well planted with alot of down travel... Just curious if I need more up travel/lift as I've only had a chance to flex it out with the 35's (no access to real trails/ off camber/ rocks yet) Any advice on minimum acceptable bump spacing/ up travel would be appreciated!
WoOsKii 1 not sure of the up travel measurement. I have about 3" between my bump stops. At full stuff my tire is about 3/4 to an inch from my fender. It will be different for everyone depending on fender size and wheel/tire combo.
+JNork Thanks that helps alot! I'll measure the space between bumps now while it's still loaded. I think I have the same size tires as you(35x12.5?) I have good tire clearance, Im just worried about up-travel (or if my stops are too close and will limit performance) You can probably tell I'm new to Jeeps/4x4 LOL.
For a Xj on the 35" inch tires that thing looks like a beast
35's going on a 3-4ish inch lift next week, thanks for the video. I plan to just have a crap ton of down travel and bump stops.
35s were big in 2000 when a 44/9 combo were beef . A 6-8 lift spring full width' 60/14 10 inch rear stretch 3 inch front bump stops and fender cutting gets you 44-47s properly bump stopped on an xj...kind of puts 33-35s in perspective.
did u mess with the gears for them 35s or they still stock .. clean xj bro
Eric Mendez wondering same thing
I put 4.88s in.
@@jnork5005 How did the gear change affect your fuel mileage?
@@Mr1985Badass I never checked it before the gears, but it got around 13-15 average with mixed driving. It wasn't great, but right in line with any truck or SUV lifted on 35s. The gear swap definitely helped with drivability. With the stock gear I couldn't climb up stuff, even in 4 low. It would just bog down. I could only run 55 in OD, but after the swap 75 was manageable. If you're going larger than 33's, you need 4.88s IMO
JNork how hard was the gear swap? I’ve done everything on my XJ from lift to engine rebuild but I’m afraid of gears
I’m looking to put 35 inch rims on mine with a 5.5 inch lift but trying to avoid the finder cutting cause it looks like shit
I know this is an old video, but how much up travel do you have, or space between the bump stops?, Im wondering because I think I have about 3.5 in of lift, with only a couple in or so between my bumps (though they compress a bit). it doesn't rub at all at full stuff(maybe in front at full stuff/lock???). but it seems to do ok and be well planted with alot of down travel... Just curious if I need more up travel/lift as I've only had a chance to flex it out with the 35's (no access to real trails/ off camber/ rocks yet) Any advice on minimum acceptable bump spacing/ up travel would be appreciated!
Sweet looking jeep men .
Im getting a 4.5 inch long arm kit how much cutting will I need to do?
what lift and 3 link kit are you running? i have a rough country 4.5 inch. that was a mistake lol. im looking at a rusty's 8 inch long arm kit and maybe 1 tons... should be fun. i bent my stock front axle so I am looking at getting bigger/beefier ones
Jared Bettger I'm actually running the Rough Country long arm and I've had good success with it. What were your issues? Currie sells replacement joints for the long arm kit as well.
JNork I have a lot of issues with death wobble. And not enough travel for me.
Jared Bettger The travel is limited by your shock length. As far as death wobble, the track bar is generally the culprit although I've had it happen because of ball joints and tie rods as well.
I see your not running sway bar end links. how does it handle? cause I have a 8.5 inch lift on my xj with 35's and when I run with no sway bar end links it sways pretty good
Zack Bean It feels just fine to me.
What are the extended and collapsed lenghts of the shocks front and back?
What is the rim and tire set up like what are all the measurements and what tire is that???
They are 15x8 procomp wheels. I think 3.5" BS. 35x12.50 Goodyear Kevlar MTR.
Hey man, I’m fitting the same wheels and tires on my MJ. I’ve got the IRO 3-link up front with a RC 4.5” lift. My question is, will I only have to trim my fenders and Wells to fit these properly? As far as your tires rubbing the lower control arms do they clear?
Mine don't hit the control arms. I trimmed a good bit off my fenders, especially at the rear. I had to cut and fold the inner fender seam and (massage) it with a hammer. I do rub on the inner unibody at full lock, but it's so little I can't even tell other than missing paint there
JNork awesome man thanks for the reply, I can do trimming it’s the search for springs and rear end parts that’s a drag.😂
@@comanchefun1612 I run 4.5" RE coils up front with 1" spacers. I have a bastard pack in the rear with 1" shackles. Needed brake lines all the way around. If you want it to perform well, invest in good shocks at the proper length.
Looks good man
Did you use wheel spacers?
That's a sexy ass Jeep. I have a 96 xj that I'm thinking about doing a 4.5 inch lift on. Would trimming mine like yours and adding the same bumpstops let me clear 35's easily?
That's basically all I had done. They should clear no problem.
@@jnork5005 That's what I was thinking. If I have to, I can probably add a half and inch more bumpstop than you did since my lift will be a half an inch shorter.
@@Mr1985Badass it's best to measure since every ride is unique. It's easy to do, flex it and measure. You'll need a spotter so you don't crush a fender. I think I gave myself around 3/4" of space between the fender and tire in case I hit something hard.
Is the black along the side of the doors just paint ? Or are they attachments ?
It is just bedliner. Although, there are companies out there that make armor that go in those exact spots. Rustys off-road being one of those.
+JNork thanks!
you probably have spring sag i would look into getting new springs or even helper springs
bill731990 I just built the pack and haven't noticed any sag
Could I run 35s on a stock auto trans w/ the Inline 6 without regearing?
Yea, but it will perform poorly. I wouldn't go any higher than 33s if you didn't plan on gears. Run a cooler for the transmission, that's a must have.
What PSI do you run on the streets?
@@moejr14 32psi for normal driving.
hey man you no Dat dare xj ain't no dam Billy goat lmao good video brother
Thanks man, they're coming along. Just trying to get some useful information out there.
Im going to solv this by going to a 6.5 inch lift next week
Those headlights are sweet! What are they?
Jeep & Ted Ebay special. like 35bux
are they better than stock ?
do they have nice crisp cut off ?
MrMrsregor They take regular bulbs. So, OEM equivalent I suppose.
cool, thanks. sweet xj !
Damn I ordered 6.5 inch lift thinking that would barely work if that’s 5 inches it looks Jacked to the heavens I think ima re think my planning board and go for a smaller lift
I got 6.5 and i just cut alittle and it never rubs
Can it be a body lift or only suspension ?
Clayton Jimenez only suspension. The XJ is unibody, meaning the frame and body are integrated together.
You think I could fit 35s with a 4 1/2 inch lift
For sure, as long as you bump stop it correctly. I only run 5" of lift.
I run 35’s on 3.5 inches of lift.
im liking those tires man what are they
They are the Wrangler MTR Kevlar. I really like em'
When i seen that jeep i made all sorts of bedroom noises
do the hocky pucks just bounce around in there?
Yea, they work tho. I suppose you could drill a hole and mount them to the spring perch.
Whats that material on your rear panel??
Joe Ferrucci Raptor bed liner
wow rattle can stuff?? if so it looks amazing!
Joe Ferrucci nah, it comes in a spray kit. It's easier than rattle cans, just need a compressor. It comes with everything else.
sweet! thanks for the info brotha! love the XJ!
Joe Ferrucci Anytime
What kind of lift are you running?
Rough Country Long Arm with RE 4.5 springs
What front bumper is that
It's a LOGANSMETAL4X4 that I made into a winch bumper.
www.logansmetal4x4.com/jechxjnonwib.html
how wide are rims and tires?
Josh Mitchell 15x8, 35x12.50
Q: how many lips does a flower have
A: 2:00
You live in KY?
T.O.P MIDDLE TN Nah, I live in North Florida. I sometimes wish I lived around that area though.
Sick jeep bro
Scrubs scrubs scrubs scrubs scrubs lmao what is scrubbing lol do you me man rubbing?
I hope you didn't keep that stock steering
your rear leafs are flat get some arcon them no rubbing
boy r ur leaf springs flat
Are you saying they are or are you asking?
JNork im saying they are flat
3:01
@@Tahoe-es2dk they have a slight bend. As long as they aren't inverted, they are fine.
I know this is an old video, but how much up travel do you have, or space between the bump stops?, Im wondering because I think I have about 3.5 in of lift, with only a couple in or so between my bumps (though they compress a bit). it doesn't rub at all at full stuff(maybe in front at full stuff/lock???). but it seems to do ok and be well planted with alot of down travel... Just curious if I need more up travel/lift as I've only had a chance to flex it out with the 35's (no access to real trails/ off camber/ rocks yet) Any advice on minimum acceptable bump spacing/ up travel would be appreciated!
WoOsKii 1 not sure of the up travel measurement. I have about 3" between my bump stops. At full stuff my tire is about 3/4 to an inch from my fender. It will be different for everyone depending on fender size and wheel/tire combo.
+JNork Thanks that helps alot! I'll measure the space between bumps now while it's still loaded. I think I have the same size tires as you(35x12.5?) I have good tire clearance, Im just worried about up-travel (or if my stops are too close and will limit performance) You can probably tell I'm new to Jeeps/4x4 LOL.