if no access to a lift, what can use to support the jeep at frame
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JK Freak
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if no access to a lift, what can use to support the jeep at frame
for the evo sleeves install, its stating to support the jeep at the frame to allow the suspension to droop all the way down. a few members of my jeep club are pitching in for the instal along wth other parts. any suggestions on what to use, if i can just use jack stands on each side of the frame and be ok?? i have only used the stands under the axle
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JK Freak
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thanks man, i might just take it off then. i have several other parts im replacing on the frnt end so that wil probably help.
how long did the install take you? trying to figure out time since there are otherparts im replacing
how long did the install take you? trying to figure out time since there are otherparts im replacing
JK Newbie
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This sounds extremely obvious but if you do not have tall jack stands, removing the tires and lowering the frame onto the stands will save you from the temptation off setting the stands on blocks or wood. Also, chock the rig in place as your trans will be disconnected if you pull the housings out, so no Park function or e-brakes.
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JK Freak
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This sounds extremely obvious but if you do not have tall jack stands, removing the tires and lowering the frame onto the stands will save you from the temptation off setting the stands on blocks or wood. Also, chock the rig in place as your trans will be disconnected if you pull the housings out, so no Park function or e-brakes.
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JK Freak
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You can use jack stands on your frame rail.
However, the install is much easier with the axle housing removed from the jeep.
You are supposed to drill up to 20, 1/2" holes through the axle tubes. This requires a fair amount of leverage. I weigh about 180 lbs, and I had to put my weight into it and went through a few drill bits in the process.
When you drill the holes, it generates a fair amount of metal shavings that need to be extracted from the tubes prior to sliding in the sleeves and doing the plug welds.
However, the install is much easier with the axle housing removed from the jeep.
You are supposed to drill up to 20, 1/2" holes through the axle tubes. This requires a fair amount of leverage. I weigh about 180 lbs, and I had to put my weight into it and went through a few drill bits in the process.
When you drill the holes, it generates a fair amount of metal shavings that need to be extracted from the tubes prior to sliding in the sleeves and doing the plug welds.
i sure hope i dont go through this bit, the 1/2" that i have was $100 for one bit, so hopefully wont burn the tip off
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JK Freak
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if you can get a hold of a 1/2" stepping drill bit it will make the job much easier.
also if you can get the whole housing off id suggest using a drill press.
and im not sure if this is a good or bad idea but harbour freight has 6ton jack stands that get tall enough to install a 6" lift without the axles hitting the ground.
also if you can get the whole housing off id suggest using a drill press.
and im not sure if this is a good or bad idea but harbour freight has 6ton jack stands that get tall enough to install a 6" lift without the axles hitting the ground.
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JK Freak
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From: pensacola, florida
if you can get a hold of a 1/2" stepping drill bit it will make the job much easier.
also if you can get the whole housing off id suggest using a drill press.
and im not sure if this is a good or bad idea but harbour freight has 6ton jack stands that get tall enough to install a 6" lift without the axles hitting the ground.
also if you can get the whole housing off id suggest using a drill press.
and im not sure if this is a good or bad idea but harbour freight has 6ton jack stands that get tall enough to install a 6" lift without the axles hitting the ground.