I have a 99 TJ with a 4inch suspension lift. I want it back to stock or no more than a 2inch lift. I know I need springs, shocks, arms..ect.... any advise on where to look or how best to approach this? Too bad they don't make a "stock" suspension kit..
Going back to stock suspension
- Thread starter Amcclain
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Presuming you have a 2.5 engine (all from Rock Auto)
As close to a kit as you're likely to get. You will need to do some math since you need 8 arms and 4 shocks.
Springs
Arms
Shocks
Track Bar
The track bars presume the current lift did not use relocation brackets which I doubt at 4''.
I am sure I missed something but you'll most likely need some misc stuff when you change the bump stops and/or a new pitman arm if yours is dropped.
That's a great place to start. I do have a 4.0L not 2.5L will that make a diff?
Yes but only for the springs. The front springs are different due to the added weight.
Not_Invented_Here_
TJ Addict
OP since you have a 4.0, try Moog 3226 and Moog 3227 for the springs. They have a higher spring rate and pair better with a 4.0. I used those specific #'s myself after seeing them recommended on here.
Note: these are for stock height. I have a 2004 sport with the 4.0
@05 Blue Unlimited , do you use CK660203's (LCA for XJ) or CK660204's (LCA for TJ)?
Note: these are for stock height. I have a 2004 sport with the 4.0
@05 Blue Unlimited , do you use CK660203's (LCA for XJ) or CK660204's (LCA for TJ)?
Stock suspension parts are often being given away in the Fo Sae section. Of course stock springs and shocks may be tired
Bofa-Deez
TJ Enthusiast
I may have some stock springs hanging around that I will never use. What control arms do you have on it now? Post some pics. You may be able to sell/trade the parts you have and get the parts you need at no cost or a slight profit.
I have also been looking into new control arms as well
I have also been looking into new control arms as well
Bofa-Deez
TJ Enthusiast
While I partially agree with this logic, but on the other hand, by doing this work he will earn valuable knowledge about his jeep suspension that we all have to learn at some time if we plan on doing our own wrenching. Also, if he is attached to the one he has and it's in good shape, he may not be willing to part with it just to avoid some simple component swap time. Some of us love wrenching on our jeep with a frosty mug of lager.
Not to be short but I don't have a clue. I went to RockAuto and spent 5 mins searching for 99 wrangler suspension parts for the screen shots.
Not_Invented_Here_
TJ Addict
You're good, I've already been asking around, just trying to find anyone else who might have them currently installed.
I am not sure but I believe both are FLCA's with the CK660203 for a 96 XJ and the CK660204 for a 01 XJ.
Not_Invented_Here_
TJ Addict
Ah, so the XJ and TJ may actually have the same LCA's. CK66203 is cheaper and I've been trying to determine whether I can use it on my '04 TJ. Just not sure enough about Crown's to pull the trigger.
Nope I doubt it. Stay with Moog and look here to see what you need.
https://www.moog-suspension-parts.com/products/jeep_wrangler_tj_2004
I fault no one for going stock and certainly understand the wisdom of staying at 2.5” and less. In my opinion, most TJ’s with 4” of lift that drive bad don’t drive bad due to the lift itself, but due to the lack of attention to how the lift can alter the chassis and steering . I’m not pushing for anything , just saying that a lifted TJ can drive great, but it seems to be rare out in the marketplace .
Billyhuss
New Member
Apparently the 3226 and 3227 fit for TJ’s 2000-2006 but not the 97-99. At least whats recommended for the 97-99 are the 3224 and 3229 which I just placed an order for. Anyone have the 6 and 7 on their 97-99 Tj?