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  1. Bighammer

    How do I raise the back of my LJ

    My LJ has a tiny lift from the PO, but it sags in the rear.. I’d like to at least level it out. I’m not really into the aggressive wheeling so I’m okay with stock wheel travel. Suggestions? Is there a spacer that can be used back there? Thanks
  2. Bighammer

    Looking for car cover recommendations for my LJ

    My LJ has a rear spare tire mount, and a winch bumper up front. The cover that I’m leaning towards is the Seal Skin covers. They’re guaranteed to fit perfectly on specific vehicles, but with the added accessories, I would think not. The reason for the car cover is that I plan to use a bikini...
  3. Bighammer

    Showing my ignorance again regarding diff cover

    I couldn’t find any definitive answer as to what a good differential cover is supposed to do. I’m assuming that it’s stronger, and protects the gears when you smash your pumpkin on a rock(?) if they’re functional in that way, I’m sure there are good ones and bad. My question is in regards to...
  4. Bighammer

    Seized / galled skid plate bolt

    I’m in the process of removing the (transfer case drop) spacer kit that someone installed before me… One of the bolts is spinning, but not backing out. Since I can’t see what’s happening with the threads, any suggestions? Is there a nut up inside of the frame? Thanks
  5. Bighammer

    Are these TJ or YJ half doors?

    I’ve got an opportunity to get these half doors and the guy that has them doesn’t know what they fit. I’ve got an LJ, can someone tell if these will work without modifications? Thanks
  6. Bighammer

    Regular vs non ethanol (premium) fuel

    Recently I was having a conversation about the pros and cons of different fuels. I’ve been running regular gas (ethanol added) but I’m not sure what the Jeep manual recommends. One thing about ethanol gas is that it makes your miles per gallon much worse. And it causes a noticeable loss of the...
  7. Bighammer

    Bump stop conundrum

    #1 I’m getting closer to the point of installing the lift parts I’ve cherry picked for my 3” suspension lift. Seems like the bump stop is very important to get correct. Not enough bump stop and things clang together. Too little and the suspension travel is limited unnecessarily. Am I right so...
  8. Bighammer

    I'm a little hard headed (question on control arms)

    Recently I got some good advice on lift kits and components. But I think I may have ‘missed the point’ in regards to going with a 2.5” suspension lift.. I ended up piecing together my parts and ended up with some BDS 3” f&r springs. But now I’m concerned about going above the recommended 2.5”...
  9. Bighammer

    Hockey puck bump stop question

    I haven’t determined my bump stop thickness requirement yet (3” suspension lift parts on order) but I’m considering the hockey puck method that I’ve read about on here. My question has to do with how to dial it in with having only one inch increments. Any way of fine tuning the assembly, say in...
  10. Bighammer

    Anyone running the Rough Country adjustable front track bar?

    I’m piecing together a suspension lift, mostly going with BDS components. Curious about the RC adjustable track bar, does it work with a 3” suspension lift without contacting the pumpkin or other components? Just thought I might save a few bucks…
  11. Bighammer

    Factory bolt size? (TC skid plate)

    I’m getting ready to remove the spacers from the tc skid plate, and I’d like to have the bolts on hand before I take it apart. Curious if someone might have the bolt specs? Thanks
  12. Bighammer

    Class action suit against Jeep

    https://www.autoevolution.com/news/class-action-lawsuit-deems-jeep-wrangler-corrosion-warranty-a-sham-176042.html
  13. Bighammer

    Top Fuel dragster acceleration put into perspective

    TOP FUEL ACCELERATION PUT INTO PERSPECTIVE Check this out guys. Amazing to say the least… Top Fuel dragsters are the quickest accelerating racing cars in the world and the fastest sanctioned category of drag racing, with the fastest competitors reaching speeds of 335 miles per hour (539...
  14. Bighammer

    Daystar replacement body mounts with 1 inch lift

    What the general consensus of this product? I noticed my body mounts are showing signs of cracking rubber and in looking at replacements I came across these. I’m undecided about whether I want the body lift, but this kit will replace all my rubbers and provide an inch of lift. curious about the...
  15. Bighammer

    Thoughts on this JKS 3 inch lift kit?

    In my searches for a suspension lift, I’ve been looking pretty hard at this one from KJS Manufacturing: JKSJSPEC3301 EC115k ive read that some of you on here like to suggest that I piece it together from different manufacturers, but I just don’t know enough about it in order to feel comfortable...
  16. Bighammer

    Custom length fixed control arms

    I’m trying to see the big picture here. So I understand that the adjustable control arms are optimum b/c of the ability to fine-tune, set pinion angle and camber, and have the ability change lift heights later on, etc. etc. ..But if I’ve decided on a specific lift height, can I get the correct...
  17. Bighammer

    Driveline angle (with pics)

    I’ve learned a lot here on this site. Thanks in advance for your input. I took these pics today, and things just don’t look right. Who knows what the previous owner has done with it. It’s an LJ with what I think may have a small lift. (Possibly, I measured the rear coils and they’re right at 8”...
  18. Bighammer

    MML without body lift

    I’m interested in getting the MML for the driveline angle improvement, but I don’t think I need the body lift. Can this be easily accomplished? I did a lot of searching and it seems that they’re typically done at the same time, for whatever reason.
  19. Bighammer

    Rear differential sounds? Or driveshaft vibe? What is it?

    At Highway speeds I get a dull droning, vibrating sound that fades in and out, even though I’m at a constant speed, with no change in throttle pressure. I havent figured out if it’s lifted, (I just bought it) but even if it is, maybe 2” at the most(?) It’s an LJ so the lift should have been no...
  20. Bighammer

    Is it lifted?

    I just bought myself this sweet 05 TJ. Seller thinks it has stock suspension, but I’m not sure. I do see a red “puck” above the front springs. (“To level it out”) And the springs are silver, not black. It rides decent, but has some bump steer. Seller recently installed Skyjacker (?) shocks...