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2wd Lift ?s

OkieXJ

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Muskogee, OK
1987 MJ, Short Bed, 2wd, no drivetrain atm.

Can I install any XJ/MJ front end lift on a 2wd MJ?

Background:
I've had this poor Comanche sitting since 2009 so I suppose its time to start working on it. I've kicked off a 5.3 V8 swap and apparently I need to lift this thing 3" before mounting the 5.3. My immediate goal is to get the engine running because that will be the most difficult part of the project. Are there any differences between lifting a 2wd front axle versus a 4wd axle? I'll swap it eventually but I don't want to sink money into a swap until I'm sure I'll be able to get this V8 up and going. Leaning toward Rocky Road Outfitter's control arm drop brackets and 4.5" lift springs.
 
Front end is set up the same.
Kit should be plug n pray.
Rear is different. Xj leafs will not work.
 
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