2KXJ
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- Reading, PA
I'd like to maintain factory ride quality....does that mean I should go with shackles as opposed to an AAL kit? Suggestions...RE? Rusty's? Etc?
Best 2" BB
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xj92
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If you don't want the ride any stiffer, then shackles are the way to go in the rear. An AAL will make it ride stiffer, the full-length ones are better than the short ones. You could also buy some Dakota springs and add a leaf from those packs. I like it to ride a little bit stiffer than stock personally, it's more controlled.
rockwerks
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I think the rockcrawler BB is the coolest uses their shackles shocks and coil aspacers
2KXJ
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xjnation said:
Where can I get one?
rockwerks
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PM me adn I will see what I can do
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The shackle BB will maintain your factory ride quality -- but will also contribute to the springs sagging in a short time.
The full-length AAL is a much better system, and the ride is only a bit more firm -- it is not "harsh."
The full-length AAL is a much better system, and the ride is only a bit more firm -- it is not "harsh."
ThePhantum
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Like Eagle said, the AAL's will make the ride stiffer, but not harsh.
It really depends on what your long term plans are with the XJ. If you're just gonna lift it 2" and don't plan on adding any more lift to it down the road , then I would go with the full AAL's.
However, shackles are the best way to go if you plan to lift it further later, cause they can be incorporated into a larger lift. Plus they do give you more flex and articulation off-road (which is why the springs will sag quicker).
As far as what company to go with, Rubicon Express (RE) makes great stuff and would not be a bad choice. I went with Rocky Road Outfitters and I could not be happier with it. The kit was $110 and included the coil spacers, shackles and a 1/2" leaf spacer.
I know that Rocky Road sells Doestch Shocks (which, BTW I hear nothing but good things about) and if you buy one of their kits you can get 4 shocks for $135. So for $245 +tax & shipping you get a pretty kick a** setup. (I spent a little more cause I went with Rancho shocks.
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Good Luck and post some pics when you get the kit in!
It really depends on what your long term plans are with the XJ. If you're just gonna lift it 2" and don't plan on adding any more lift to it down the road , then I would go with the full AAL's.
However, shackles are the best way to go if you plan to lift it further later, cause they can be incorporated into a larger lift. Plus they do give you more flex and articulation off-road (which is why the springs will sag quicker).
As far as what company to go with, Rubicon Express (RE) makes great stuff and would not be a bad choice. I went with Rocky Road Outfitters and I could not be happier with it. The kit was $110 and included the coil spacers, shackles and a 1/2" leaf spacer.
I know that Rocky Road sells Doestch Shocks (which, BTW I hear nothing but good things about) and if you buy one of their kits you can get 4 shocks for $135. So for $245 +tax & shipping you get a pretty kick a** setup. (I spent a little more cause I went with Rancho shocks.
)Good Luck and post some pics when you get the kit in!
asatxj
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- Grant, Michigan
I have the RE BB and it's great! The shocks are much better than stock and after 6 months I'm at a little over 2.5" above stock. The AAL is a short one but I don't find the ride too stiff. I may grab some dakota leaves from the local boneyard eventually but I'm in no hurry. The best place to get it is from Dirk at dpgoffroad.com sorry no link, type it, my students are going to be coming in the door soon!
