Drivetrain question
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JK Freak
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From: los vegas
Drivetrain question
so i just ordered a 4.5in lift from Rubicon express and shocks. 35.04 by 13.39 mud grappler tires and pro comp wheels with beadlocks and also bushwacker fendiers, ok so my question is, what work will i need to do to the drivetrain? or will my stock rubicon axles be able to handle it or what are some suggestion that people might have, i just dont want to put everything on and have stuff break. so if anyone can tell me if it will work or if i should upgrade some stuff while i am at it, would be much appreciated
JK Junkie
Joined: Nov 2009
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From: Rochester, NY
You'll need driveshafts for sure. And also control arms, and other stuff to compensate for the suspension geometry changes.
EDIT: Here's a copy n' paste from the modified FAQ. I know its for a 4" lift, but I think it should be similar. Read this:
"Q: What are all the components that I will need with a 4" lift?
A: For a 4" lift, you should have a set of 4" coils, bump stop extensions, longer shocks, extended brake lines, longer sway bar links, adjustable front track bar, adjustable rear track bar, front and rear track bar relocation brackets, dropped pitman arm, adjustable upper and lower control arms front and rear and new double cardin u-joint style drive shafts."
EDIT: Here's a copy n' paste from the modified FAQ. I know its for a 4" lift, but I think it should be similar. Read this:
"Q: What are all the components that I will need with a 4" lift?
A: For a 4" lift, you should have a set of 4" coils, bump stop extensions, longer shocks, extended brake lines, longer sway bar links, adjustable front track bar, adjustable rear track bar, front and rear track bar relocation brackets, dropped pitman arm, adjustable upper and lower control arms front and rear and new double cardin u-joint style drive shafts."