Teraflex Lift Install by Mechanically Challenged?
06-28-2010, 11:42 AM
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I was just in your same situation, same lift. I didn't know squat about cars, but with the help of a good friend that had done one on his TJ we got it all done a day.
Like everyone else said it takes a lot of elbow grease and patience. The underside of my car was really dirty with clay and stuff so the rear sway bar links where a PIA and the front shocks suckked also.
Wouldn't trade the experience for anything.
Enjoy!
Like everyone else said it takes a lot of elbow grease and patience. The underside of my car was really dirty with clay and stuff so the rear sway bar links where a PIA and the front shocks suckked also.
Wouldn't trade the experience for anything.
Enjoy!
07-01-2010, 03:47 PM
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I'm shifting this thread over to another one I started so I only have one..
Please follow this from now on at.. https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...kend-of-July-4
update.. got a call today lift is on backorder, don't know till when. will find out tomorrow and post on the link above..
Please follow this from now on at.. https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...kend-of-July-4
update.. got a call today lift is on backorder, don't know till when. will find out tomorrow and post on the link above..
10-01-2013, 08:57 PM
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Help with the tf bb
Hey buddy...I live in austin and I have a 2.5 tf bb waiting to be installed. Do you know anyone that can help me or a place I can trust. I don't trust myself doing it on my own. And I hear some places will charge me double it's worth if they smell rookie!
I'm sure I'm forgetting some things, but here's a partial list.
Socket set with 1/2" drive plus 10, 15, 18, 19, and 21 mm sockets.
18, 19, and 21 mm socket wrenches (preferably ratcheting).
Socket extensions.
1/2" drive breaker bar.
1/2" torque wrench (a good one that'll do at least 200 lb/ft).
Good adjustable wrench.
Rubber mallet.
Hammer.
PB Blaster.
Red/Blue LocTite.
3-ton service jack.
6-ton jack stands (just to be sure).
Measuring tape.
Wheel chocks.
Chalk.
Spring compressor (can be borrowed from Autozone if needed).
Most of my tools are Craftsman or Husky Pro (Home Depot's house brand). They've both worked well on lots of different projects.
Plan ahead, take your time, and get a buddy to help you.
Don't forget to shift your Jeep into 4-Lo before you begin. Helps (along with the wheel chocks) keep it from rolling when both rear wheels are off the ground!
Also, watch your rear wheel/tire clearance on the sway bar end links. I needed spaces to clear properly. That was another $190 tacked on to the price of the lift (although the spacers really balance out the stance nicely).
EDIT: having a spare car handy for trips to the store for stuff you need is helpful, too.
Socket set with 1/2" drive plus 10, 15, 18, 19, and 21 mm sockets.
18, 19, and 21 mm socket wrenches (preferably ratcheting).
Socket extensions.
1/2" drive breaker bar.
1/2" torque wrench (a good one that'll do at least 200 lb/ft).
Good adjustable wrench.
Rubber mallet.
Hammer.
PB Blaster.
Red/Blue LocTite.
3-ton service jack.
6-ton jack stands (just to be sure).
Measuring tape.
Wheel chocks.
Chalk.
Spring compressor (can be borrowed from Autozone if needed).
Most of my tools are Craftsman or Husky Pro (Home Depot's house brand). They've both worked well on lots of different projects.
Plan ahead, take your time, and get a buddy to help you.
Don't forget to shift your Jeep into 4-Lo before you begin. Helps (along with the wheel chocks) keep it from rolling when both rear wheels are off the ground!
Also, watch your rear wheel/tire clearance on the sway bar end links. I needed spaces to clear properly. That was another $190 tacked on to the price of the lift (although the spacers really balance out the stance nicely).
EDIT: having a spare car handy for trips to the store for stuff you need is helpful, too.