Jeep Cherokee 4" Lift Kit Install & Project Update - Project XJ Overland Ep. 5
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7 жыл бұрынIn this video we summarize how the installation of the Iron Rock Off-Road 4" lift kit on our 1999 Jeep Cherokee XJ project. We also give you a sneak peak about what we will be installing in the next few days.
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IRO XJ 4" Premium Short Arm Kit
Durability and comfort were the design elements we based this kit upon. Whether you are cruising the interstate at 75mph or driving on the boulders of your favorite trail, this kit delivers performance. On the street, you may forget the fact that you are driving a lifted XJ! Off road you'll appreciate the ground clearance gains and the ability to run a larger tire size.
Benefits
1. Increased ground clearance
2. Run 32" tires
3. Rubber bushings for great ride quality and flex
4. Hydro shock absorbers
5. Adjustable upper and lower control arms for easy castor adjustment.
Kit Includes:
• New front coil springs
• New add a leaf
• New adjustable boomerang shackles
• Adjustable Double Shear Track Bar
• Heavy duty track bar drop bracket
• Hydro shock absorbers
• Heavy duty adjustable lower control arms
• Heavy duty adjustable upper control arms
• Extended front sway bar links
• Transfer case drop kit
• All necessary hardware
@keenanp9045 3 жыл бұрын
I want you guys to know that you’re the reason I got a XJ. All this father son stuff intreaged me so me and my dad bought one. We built it together and I bought 70% of the parts. I just want to say thank you
@LeftyRC 7 жыл бұрын
I love this project. As a father of two boys ages 7 & 11 I hope I can do this with them someday. We do lots of rc "wrenching" together now but this is truly amazing. Your a great dad.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
It doesn't matter what brings you together as long as you get to spend some time learning and figuring things out together. Thanks!
@Th3XC45T 8 ай бұрын
our 4.5 inch lift was a nightmare lol i spent 3 months rebuilding the rear frame because noting was stable. i also had to rebuild all my leaf spring mounts as the bolts were so seized. not even wilding a nutt on helped. needless to say after all this bullish the starter failed lolol. our control arms were very difficult to get out. as for the rear shocks we ended up welding bar pin eliminator brackets instead of removing the broken bolts. glad you were able to spend time with the little ones. 6 years later and i bet they remember workin on the ole jeep with dad
@kittysch2 7 жыл бұрын
appreciate any and all help. your time with your boys is awesome! no apogize necessary.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you, appreciate it!
@RubiconUnlimited 7 жыл бұрын
video still turned out great, bonus that that kids had a great time! can't wait for what's next
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@TheBeardedJeeper 7 жыл бұрын
I thought that video turned out great! I love seeing the transformation from stock to lifted. Awesome that you could have fun and teach your boys some about the process.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
It's going to look like a whole new Jeep next video... tires! Pretty excited! Thanks!
@brendanjeans4423 6 жыл бұрын
Hey brad, I just bought my first xj today and I'm so excited to get some mods on it and I'll definitely be watching the xj Overland series a lot to get some inspiration for my jeep. I hope it'll turn out at least half as good as this one has. Keep up the awesome videos
@TrailRecon 6 жыл бұрын
Right on, congrats on your new XJ and best of luck with the build. I hope my videos are a little helpful.
@closxj83 7 жыл бұрын
Cool vid cant wait to see the XJ once new tires are installed, and would love to see more XJ's on the those trail video's as well. Great job, keep it up!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Tires coming soon and I hope to get to wheel with more XJ's in the future! Thanks!
@g-ohgutierrez9466 7 жыл бұрын
👌 keep up the great work.. appreciate the time you guys put into the videos.. always great footage!!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@timmccullough126 7 жыл бұрын
Love this set of videos. Watching this one about the lift made me strip off an old 3" lift that I had on my 95 XJ and put on a new Rough Country 4.5 lift. Thank you so much for the videos. Keep up the good work.
@colt45d 3 жыл бұрын
Wanting to put a 3in on my 01 was yours a RC? how was the ride, quality ect. i read different reviews on RC. Wanting a duel purpose and on the fence with the 3in iro or the RC. thanks
@AtlasExplorer 7 жыл бұрын
The video turned out great! You guys hit the key points and touched on some of the important details. Great job!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you, appreciate it!
@leyjonathan 7 жыл бұрын
Looks great! Bet you guys had a great time doing the installs. Keep it going and cant wait to see the jeep in action out on the trails!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
We had a blast and really hope to have it on the trail soon!
@BKAGOSTO 7 жыл бұрын
Great work guys. Awesome farther son time. 👍👍👍👍👍
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Always great to turn some wrenches with my boys!
@pennypackmtb2542 3 жыл бұрын
Working on my jeep, the "Rusty Nut Job". I took a little brake to see where the best position for the jack stands would be, from you. Driving over to NJ to see Lite Brite tomorrow, but you gave me the bug Brad.
@RICKY760 7 жыл бұрын
Great video that was a good watch
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@joshuacooper446 2 жыл бұрын
Great to see you have your priorities straight!
@snovak2233 7 жыл бұрын
Great video can't wait to see the final product👍
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@steele_a5184 7 жыл бұрын
Subbed, love watching the progress step by step. Keep up the good work!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks and welcome to the channel!
@masont2544 7 жыл бұрын
awesome vid, can't wait to see it with those nice wheels and tires on!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Tires video coming very soon!
@RockyXTV 7 жыл бұрын
This still came out as an awesome video!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@concretejorge 7 жыл бұрын
can't wait to see it on the trail
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to get it on the trail!
@kevinengland4675 7 жыл бұрын
great vid Brad as always 😊
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@southseapirate1 7 жыл бұрын
Needed the motivation ;) thanks lol
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
No problem!
@dillyxc339 5 жыл бұрын
I did the same thing for those rear shocks all my bolts broke, and picked up an air hammer at harbor freight and used the wire trick for the new bolts was so glad I found that, I had a buddy who said you had to cut panels in the floor to access them, always pays to check the forums haha. Great video.
@562rubio 3 жыл бұрын
Can you explain the wire trick, my lift kit is showing up in a week and worried about these bolts.
@dillyxc339 3 жыл бұрын
@@562rubio the nuts are welded to the unibody so if the snap you have to knock them out, trust me get the air hammer, once you do you can wrap the threads of the new bolts you're using and snake the bolt into the hole, the threads will come out of the holes now instead of going up into the welded nuts, there is access through the unibody to snake the bolts so you don't have to cut your floor, once you get the wire to come out of the hole you just pull and the bolt will come through
@562rubio 3 жыл бұрын
Mike Dilworth Appreciate the tip!
@outlaw9232 7 жыл бұрын
I thought it was a great job done on the video! The XJ is looking nice. Quality time with your boys too. Can't wait to see the wheels and tires on now. Oh and thanks again Brad....not only do you give me more ideas and ways to spend money for stuff to buy for the Jeep....now your making me want to buy some cool tools too! I'll tell my wife I just blame you ok? LOL
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I can't believe I didn't buy an air hammer a long time ago, lot's of uses for it! I'll be your fall guy! LOL!
@sevensinsvelocityshop7563 4 жыл бұрын
I just replaced my end links and wanted to get that bolt out and just couldn’t, thanks for the tip on the pitman arm pull I’ll give that a whirl this saturday
@jeffc5329 7 жыл бұрын
Nice work guys! 👍🏻
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it!
@randymeans9866 7 жыл бұрын
How are you not on television? You do an amazing job!!!!
@TyBudAdventures 7 жыл бұрын
cant wait for the headlight install! im wanting to get new lights for my 88 ranger. (roughly the same shape size)
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Coming soon!
@rafalica5253 2 жыл бұрын
Super program prowadzisz. Jestem z tobą
@thomassmith2239 7 жыл бұрын
The trick to getting those rear leaf spring and shackle bolts out is to first heat them with a torch to melt the thread locker.
@johnsnowvideo 7 жыл бұрын
Well Done Guys!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@LiquidSquidYT 7 жыл бұрын
love it man! going front d44 and rear 8.8 Ford with my Cherokee.
@JeepNReef 7 жыл бұрын
Liquid Squid my 8.8 swap was well worth it
@LiquidSquidYT 7 жыл бұрын
jeepinreef My D tudry5 isnt liking going offroad that much
@clownz313 7 жыл бұрын
Subscribed!!!!!!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks and welcome to the channel!
@justjsse8917 4 жыл бұрын
Just put my ribicon express 3.5 lift on my 92. Didnt break one bolt and no cutting. I was amazed,leaf spring bolts were brutal tho
@colt45d 3 жыл бұрын
how do you like your lift? ride ect. Wanting a duel purpose and on the fence with the 3in iro or the 3.5in rubicon express thanks
@justjsse8917 3 жыл бұрын
@@colt45d it rides great, i do need shackle relocation brackets tho to get the right angle for softer ride. My rubicon and many more sit higher than advertised. Im probably at 4 1/2 in the rear and 4 1/4 in the front with .75 spacers.
@justjsse8917 3 жыл бұрын
@@colt45d ive wheeled it a little, still waiting on some parts but on a back road in the mountians it was a night and day difference , i also daily it and its way better
@colt45d 3 жыл бұрын
justj sse thanks for the info.
@joluma09 7 жыл бұрын
love the videos!! making want a jeep now! which i will buy.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Can't go wrong with a Jeep! Thanks!
@elijahbaltierra9186 6 жыл бұрын
I need some advice on putting lower control arms in do I need to drop the axle do I need to take both lower control out on each side first
@DSteel5408 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video!! I’m getting ready to install the IRO 3” Long Arm Kit and their OTK 5/8 upgraded steering kit on my wife’s 2-door. My biggest worry is the upper bolts on the rear shocks as well. I’m soaking the bolts multiple times, weeks in advance, to hopefully not have them break. I’m curious; did you just spray the head of the bolts, or did you spray the nuts through the triangle area? I got the bar pin eliminators so I hopefully don’t ever have to deal with them again.
@defenderlax 7 жыл бұрын
Almost 10k!
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Hard to believe... thank you!!
@Xergthes 2 жыл бұрын
Hey I just bought the same lift kit. I am curious how did you guys orient the leaf spring bushings?
@MrCard031584 4 жыл бұрын
Looking to lift my 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee FULL TIME 4x4 4-6.5" any suggestions. Most kits I've found say they don't work with awd/full time 4x4 models. Can I get the Rubicon express driveshaft and limited slip part to install the tough country 4" long arm kit?
@danielmudge5473 5 жыл бұрын
Great video! I own a 98 xj and the previous owner installed a 3" lift kit and I'm unsure of the manufacturer. It rides really stiff around town. How would you rate the stiffness/comfortablility of your ride after you installed this kit?
@carterholzerland7587 4 жыл бұрын
Hey brad, or anyone who knows. In the video you mention twice that you measured the control arms to spec. What spec? Did you measure them to the same length as the old ones? Or did you have a set length you wanted them to be at?
@douglascook3355 4 жыл бұрын
I just got the same control arms. What length measurements did you use for the upper and lower arms?
@scdelong 7 жыл бұрын
Great vids!!! Recently picked up an XJ myself and debating the 4" long vs short arms kits.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks and congrats on the new XJ! I will say ours rides very stiff, so I would bet a long arm would be a much smoother ride.
@scdelong 7 жыл бұрын
TrailRecon...I was hoping you weren't gonna say that...a bit more work and $$$. Maybe IRO will help you guys out on a long arm upgrade kit for your current setup.
@marypoppins9596 7 жыл бұрын
Watching this in Spanish class lol
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
TrailRecon claims no responsibility for your Spanish grade!!
@Stevenlittle84 7 жыл бұрын
Love watching this project! Curious though... DId you guys have any problems with bad pinion angle/ Vibrations after the lift?
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
To be honest, I really expected there to be some vibration once we took it on the freeway, but nothing.... very smooth. I think we will still look at getting a SYE in the future, but no rush now. Thanks!
@cpopuddlepirate6412 7 жыл бұрын
Love the videos. I also have a '99 XJ. I'm in the process of getting my Jeep ready for a lift. I'm rehabbing the front brakes, bearings/hubs and front axle u-joints prior to installing my 4" lift. What type of rear axle is in your XJ and do intend on putting a locker or an LSD in it?
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
It has the Chrysler 8.25 and we are planning on putting lockers in front and rear once the budget allows. Thanks!
@franklinlopes6191 3 жыл бұрын
What size tire will you be running with the 4K’ lift?
@mindorios 5 жыл бұрын
Hows that IRO 4" kit doing for you? Im looking to buy a 4" lift, but not many lift manufacturers offer that size. Would you recommend?
@derrickpeel7735 6 жыл бұрын
I've found your videos on the XJ really interesting. I'm in South Africa and want to use an XJ for doing a bit of Trans Africa exploring with my sons. I'm looking on Gumtree (Our equivalent of Craigslist} for a really nice vehicle. Take care. Derrick
@TrailRecon 6 жыл бұрын
I hope you and your son find a solid XJ. What an amazing experience I'll be it it will be exploring Africa in it!
@CJVsVideos 6 жыл бұрын
My 4.5in kit didn’t come with new leaf pack shackles. I can’t finish my lift until I get some :/. I bought it from Rough Country
@Kykyky603 5 жыл бұрын
I know this is a year later but you should have re used your shock covers. It helps keep your shocks in goo condition especially if you do a lot of trailing. Helps keep dirt out.
@jaherdher5177 3 жыл бұрын
If a jeep already has a lift but you wanted a higher is it possible to lift it more
@EMAN-nx2gn 7 жыл бұрын
GET THE TRUCKLITE LEDS THEY'RE AVAILABLE FOR THE XJ,)
@stevenpruitt4763 7 жыл бұрын
wondering if you can help me out. what measurements did you use for the upper and lower control arms? My jeep came with a 4.5 lift and the control arms are completely off alignment with each one totally different.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Here are the measurements that came with our IRO 4" lift instructions: Upper Control Arm: 15.25", Lower Control Arms 16.25" center to center hole. Hope this helps.
@skijunkpowder 3 жыл бұрын
Only thing I see wrong is you didn't use a drop pitman arm
@gregj.gotham4402 9 ай бұрын
I have a 2001 xj got a Rubicon Express 3 1/2” lift kit, track bar adjustable with drop kit bar bracket, upper adjustable control arms solid non adjustable lowers control arms, 3 1/2” - 4” shocks same front sway bars as you have, I do see you placed in a transfer case drop kit. Mine has a stud and a bolt the stud is short so I’m at No drop transfer case . The issue is pinion angle to caster angle. How did you get your pinion to caster angle corrected. I got new 31 x 10.50 x 15” cooper tires. Front end alignment shop can only get me 1.750 degree caster so it feels like my front tires are on ice. The way I have seen most cherokee guys do is cut the large C’s set angles and weld the C’s back on. A lot of work for my 69 yr old body. So how did you set the correct pinion to caster angle ? Fast reply is very helpful.
@albertort1 7 жыл бұрын
what torque specs did you for the the control arms
@adamspitzer5113 6 жыл бұрын
Are those the 3.5" leaf springs or the 5.5" leaf springs??
@jordanl2785 7 жыл бұрын
Nice work, did you leave the rear sway bar in? It's pretty widely thought that you don't need it. I ran my XJ without it and couldn't really tell a difference.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
We did leave it in, will have to research that a bit. Thanks!
@TheCthtoNicfLy 6 жыл бұрын
what about lowering them control arms to level them off
@TheOceanX 3 жыл бұрын
That's not an add a leaf as suggested in your comments, that's a whole leaf replacement by the way.
@jesalii0611 5 жыл бұрын
Good evening from colorado. So I just bought a 1996 4.0L Jeep Cherokee sport and I was wondering what do I need to do to put a 31X10.50x15 on the vehicle
@mikehoncho1152 5 жыл бұрын
A lift of 3 inches or just cut and fold fenders . Cut along the already existing seams and fold it in like a cardboard box. Or be like my dad and just slap em on and say fuck it lol
@benji2366 7 жыл бұрын
Currently looking for an XJ also. I have a 2015 JKU. Great video! When's your next run?
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
XJ and JK... great combination! Not sure when our next run is, but will have to get out on the trail soon.
@Sindorai 7 жыл бұрын
Still a great video regardless, still hit on the key points (especially the rear shock bolts). Can't wait to see more.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you! More to come soon!
@YTlovesme 4 жыл бұрын
How has this lift held up since you installed it? Considering the premium 3" IRO lift for my 01'
@colt45d 3 жыл бұрын
did you end up going with this lift? if so how is the ride? Wanting a duel purpose and on the fence with the 3in iro or the 3in rubicon express. thanks
@rolandomota8140 6 жыл бұрын
Great video, How much does a Kit like that cost?
@stallionranchwoodworks 5 жыл бұрын
Did you experience any driveline issues after your install? Any vibrations when letting your foot off the gas pedal at highway speeds? I did the Rubicon Express 3.5" lift and I couldn't even roll my jeep around because the U-joints were angled so much it wouldn't turn. I did the 1" transfer case drop and it seemed to help but I still get the "out of phase" roar when driving at highway speeds. Looks like a SYE project is in store for me.
@TrailRecon 5 жыл бұрын
We have never experienced any driveline issues on the highway. An SYE is a great option and something we may do down the road.
@oceanairbrush 7 жыл бұрын
now that you have run this lift for a while, do you regret not going higher. Just curious as I am about to start my own xj overland project.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
No regrets, the boys and I think the ride height is spot on. Good luck with you project.
@nekko3339 7 жыл бұрын
I'm getting the same lift kit but don't know much about everything yet. I was wondering if I will have to change the position of the driveshaft and/or differentials? Or just get new ones?
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
The lift comes with the transfer case drop down brackets to help offset the driveshaft angle. We are not having any issues, but may upgrade to a SYE in the future. Good luck with your lift!
@nekko3339 7 жыл бұрын
TrailRecon Thank you very much. I love this series and can't wait for the next episodes.
@antonioreyes8209 5 жыл бұрын
What lift kit did you use ? Going to start my 2001 Xj project very soon. Awesome work with all if you're videos and information. Keep up the great work!
@hunterkiraly605 7 жыл бұрын
did your lift come with new bolts for your rear shocks, if not where did you buy new ones.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Nope, I went to autozone and bought some high quality bolts.
@rrad3926 7 жыл бұрын
Still a great video. Better that your sons should learn than worry about making a perfect how to video. Besides going over the lessons learned makes it quicker and more interesting IMO than just a boring how to.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@marcusalancate1782 3 жыл бұрын
Hey. Family First.. well. God First then Family then fabtastic videos.
@LiquidSquidYT 7 жыл бұрын
I think it would be cool if you monster lined the jeep you can get a kit that's like $300 since the original paints fading
@LiquidSquidYT 7 жыл бұрын
it comes in a bunch of different colors and would make for a cool tutorial since there really nothing out there for this kit video wise.
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
Something we have been talking about... we are going to do something with the paint, just haven't decided yet. Will either repaint a new color, vinyl wrap or the lining. Thanks for the suggestion!
@LiquidSquidYT 7 жыл бұрын
TrailRecon Awesome! cant wait to see if the final product man.
@cherokeeronnie 7 жыл бұрын
Taking stock stuff off a Cherokee is a pain lol
@TrailRecon 7 жыл бұрын
The engineers didn't make it easy for us that for sure!
@benhenson3910 7 жыл бұрын
20+ years of corrosion doesn't help either.
@inaff1722 5 жыл бұрын
Some advice for future video editing. Remove background music when talking
@RICKROCKERTHEORIGIONAL 7 жыл бұрын
Damn...you weren't playing with those rear springs....Like 7 layers...what are you going to do? Tow a House???
@adamspitzer5113 6 жыл бұрын
guys their elbows got "a lot of workout"
@kylemoss4703 7 жыл бұрын
First?
@williamaurnerjr.7328 5 жыл бұрын
Why do you apologize for choosing kids over work. Hell dude, do more of that
@Hemenechi 6 жыл бұрын
you need some air tools!
@adamspitzer5113 6 жыл бұрын
Please respond to your comments...
@brandonneil8954 5 жыл бұрын
Videos need to be longer then 10 mins or so
@maximusilive4theking986 5 жыл бұрын
Good man, I know your channel is important but your kids are more, will grow older and move on. I'm sure they don't like a camera on their face all the time either. Just the reason why I got rid of social media.
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