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Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by cgturner7, Jan 12, 2010.

  1. Jan 12, 2010
    cgturner7

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    cgturner7, Jan 12, 2010
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    sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

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    Yes, but it will move your shackles to the front of the springs.

    There isn't any difference in the springs between M38A1s and CJ-5s as far as width and length go.
     
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  3. Jan 13, 2010
    modified

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    your messing with your factory set camber on the front axle = chronic death wobble
     
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    Patrick

    Patrick Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Springs don't change camber....
    The can change caster, but that's very easy to remedy if need be.
     
    Patrick, Jan 13, 2010
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    sorry, caster:coffee:
     
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    cgturner7

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    So is caster something I need to worry about? This jeep is used as a hunting vehicle and never gets above 20 mph.

    Would the YJ springs make for a better ride? Is this a good alternative for my situation, or is there an easier and/or better solution to my rough ride?

    Thanks
     
    cgturner7, Jan 13, 2010
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    Daryl

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    New BDS springs with your current mounts would help. The kit they sell comes with new u-bolts and shocks. Its all a bolt up deal and you can do it in a afternoon.
     
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    Vanguard

    Vanguard Take Off! Staff Member

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    I'm very happy with my Explorer Pro-Comp lift. It was a complete kit for just under $400 (shocks, springs and ubolts).
     
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  9. Jan 14, 2010
    aallison

    aallison 74 cj6, 76 cj5. Has anyone seen my screwdriver?

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    From what I have purchased, and what I've read, Rocky-Road makes some good products. With a little research, I think they are OK. They just do a coupel things different and offer products that others dont.

    I believe they got their start making stuff for the Suzuki Samurai. You might ask some of those folks about the quality of the Rocky Road products.
     
    aallison, Jan 14, 2010
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