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Installation order for suspension

Discussion in 'Wrangler TJ (1996-2006)' started by The4x4Guys, May 26, 2019.

  1. May 26, 2019 at 2:23 PM
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    The4x4Guys

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    The4x4Guys [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Over the next two weeks, I expect to start receiving a variety of parts that I've ordered to upgrade the suspension of my 2003 TJ. I decided to buy different parts from different vendors rather than a "kit" and it is becoming clear to me that I'm not 100% sure of the order in which these items should be installed given that it is an overall upgrade. In short, I am doing a 2" coil/shock lift and a 1" body lift. Here are the items that will need to be installed:

    - eight control arms (front/rear - upper/lower)
    - 2" coils with 2" shocks
    - steering kit (tie rod and drag link)
    - rear sway bar with end links
    - front disconnect end links
    - front adjustable trackbar
    - rear adjustable panhard bar
    - 1" body lift with replacement body mounts
    - 1" motor mount lift

    Any thoughts or guidance on order of installation will be appreciated.

    Bob
     
    The4x4Guys, May 26, 2019
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  2. May 26, 2019 at 2:58 PM
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    Jim Beam

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    Jim Beam Well-Known Member

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    I would suggest installing the springs first, as most everything else is based on the spring lift.
     
    Jim Beam, May 26, 2019
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  3. May 28, 2019 at 2:29 PM
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    TJ_abuser

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    Are the control arms adjustable or fixed length for a 2 inch lift?
     
    TJ_abuser, May 28, 2019
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  4. May 28, 2019 at 3:47 PM
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    The4x4Guys

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    The4x4Guys [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Adjustable. I decided to go adjustable versus stock fixed length.
     
    The4x4Guys, May 28, 2019
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