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mgbgtn 02-01-2011 01:20 PM

Body lift
 
Just bought a 92 yj and would like to install a 1in body lift but the thread on installing a lift never talked about what you have to do to the steering colum to compencate for the lift. Anyone done this type of lift and what problems did you have? Thanks.

Mr White 02-01-2011 04:54 PM

Re: Body lift
 
I could be wrong but I don't believe u have to do anything. Its only a 1 inch lift now if your going like 3 in plus then I'd be inclined to worry a little about the steering/fuel funnel. Wait and see what other replies you get.

EVANLARADE 02-01-2011 09:41 PM

Re: Body lift
 
Mr. White is correct, there's enough travel in your steering shaft. After 3-4' u get into big money with stuff like that & driveshafts!!

Sid1966 02-08-2011 08:29 PM

Re: Body lift
 
if the steering or fuel filler needs extending the parts will come with the kit but at one inch dont think you need to do anything. you can do a one inch body lift using hockey pucks add one puck to each body mount

EVANLARADE 02-08-2011 08:46 PM

Re: Body lift
 
Fyi, if your cheaping out & getting pucks, get the cheap Walmart ones. The good NHL ones crack!!



QUOTE=Sid1966;555105]if the steering or fuel filler needs extending the parts will come with the kit but at one inch dont think you need to do anything. you can do a one inch body lift using hockey pucks add one puck to each body mount[/QUOTE]

Sid1966 02-09-2011 08:17 AM

Re: Body lift
 
x2 on thje walmart pucks,didnt use them on my TJ but have used them on a few other vehicles.a person can also cut short pieces of 3 inch exhaust pipe and press the pucks into it to make sure the pucks dont crack,time consuming,over 20 years have only had one puck let go and have never pressed into exhaust pipe on my stuff

adrian@justjeeps 02-09-2011 01:06 PM

Re: Body lift
 
The factory YJ steering shaft has a slip in it so nothing is required. However they can sometimes be seized which will create an issue. The reason for this slip is to allow it to collapse in the case of an accident. While you are checking it out check the joints on the shaft as these are a common area for wear.

Another tip with a YJ start spraying the body bolts now to make them easier to take out.

Sid1966 02-09-2011 07:51 PM

Re: Body lift
 
You never asked but you can gain some clearance for the tires by using TJ flares and trimming some sheet metal.might be enough so you dont have to fight with 19 year old bolts


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