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Part 3: Rear Installation Installation of this kit is pretty simple and only requires basic tools, a good jack, and good jack stands. Safety is top priority, make sure the Jeep is secured before working underneath. Raise the rear of the Jeep and support the Jeep with jack stands placed under the frame rails just …
Part 2: Front Installation Installation of this kit is pretty simple and only requires basic tools, a good jack, and good jack stands. Safety is top priority, make sure the Jeep is secured before working underneath. Raise the front of the Jeep and support the Jeep by jack stands under the frame rails behind the …
The new jeepfan.com 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a daily driver along with a weekend trail rider. In the latest version of the jeepfan.com line we have chosen to maintain the daily driver-esqe and not put a big lift and big tires on.
The new Jeep has recently arrived and new tires are already floating through our brains. They will defiantly be 34″ or 35″ size and will be mounted to the Moab aluminum wheels that come with the Rubicon. Choices, choices, choices. There are two schools of though with the latest jeepfan.com Jeep. One keep the Jeep …
Even a mild lift on a JK will cause the axles to shift off center. The may cause handling issued and/or tire rubbing. Many aftermarket companies make adjustable track bars for the JK that allow the axle to be re-centered but many are lacking in the rigidity of the factory bar.
The jeepfan.com JK needed a new CB and a new location for the CB. The old Uniden was mounted below the glove box. This location was inconvienient and cumbersome. Anyone who has ever tried to find a good location for a CB in a JK soon realizes that short of sticking it to the top …
Rear Installation As we did during the front installation support the Jeep’s weight on stands to allow the rear suspension to partially hang free. Start by removing the shocks. Allow the axle to lower completely watching for stretching brake lines, hoses, and/or cables. Remove the rear coil springs.
Front Installation – continued It is easier to install the new springs with the sway bar links and lower track bar mount disconnected. This allows the axle to move further and more freely.
With progressive springs and Rough Country 2.2 Performance shocks Offroading with a TJ is loads of fun, we all know that. A stock TJ is quite capable but a mild lift and larger tires allows more adventure and keeps the underside of the Jeep less abused.
Skid Plate Spacer Installation Nearing the end of the install the last step is to install the transmission skid plate spacers. Support the plate on a floor jack and remove the three bolts on one side.
