Awesome, thanks. I really appreciate that feedback
@rrb4kids111 ай бұрын
Best video on KZfaq for the Rough Country Lift kit and the Jeep Cherokee, bar none. I have to say however, that you nailed it when you mentioned that the directions have it wrong on which one goes on the passenger side and which goes on the drivers side. If you are watching this for the first time tho, the washers on the bolts and nuts that hold the clamps to the strut need to be different as somebody else pointed out in comments below. Two washers and the side that clamps to the strut (front and back) and one that goes to just the clamp per the instructions (which are not clear). From the instruction sheet - "You will not use a flat washer on the bolt head side of the bolt that does not capture the factory bracket." Also, I had major problems getting the separation to put the front brackets in. What I ended up doing was using a bottle jack between the strut and the wheel assembly. Even with that I had to play around with it. Total time for me to install both front and back was about 4 - 5 hours.
@NexusAuto11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the great feedback and information! I really appreciate it. I'm with you on these instructions...much of it isn't as clear as it should be. Thanks for watching!
@jkmarshall35532 жыл бұрын
Probably the best DIY automotive video on the web! Thanks for not assuming we know to perform a step here and there and skipping it like so many other DIY videos do. Nothing more frustrating than that. Again, awesome! Thanks!!
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I very much appreciate the feedback. I believe that people watching these videos will have different skill sets, so might as well make them as complete as possible, and if someone already knows 'x' procedure, they can just skip over it. Thanks for watching!
@Smokey02843 жыл бұрын
Good job. Plenty of detail without repeating yourself. Its the worst when people keep saying "like i said" and say the same thing 3 or 4 times. Our Patriot FD2 just got totaled. Hit and run. Theyre hauling it off tomorrow. Trying to decide between a 14-18 Cherokee Trailhawk or a 19 Compass Trailhawk. Already researching mods.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
I agree there! I can ramble sometimes, so I try to not repeat myself too lol. It is very frustrating in other videos for sure! Sorry to hear about your Patriot, and glad to hear you are still here. Such a piss off...hit and runs. Patriots are nice SUVs. You have a tough decision there...I know the owner of this vehicle swears by his 2018 Cherokee Trailhawk...he would get nothing else (not to influence your decision lol). Hopefully you get something solid soon.
@onebreath210Ай бұрын
Just did my lift last night. Your video helped a lot! Pretty smooth install
@NexusAutoАй бұрын
Awesome news! Great to hear the video was helpful and everything went well
@PhillyChease813 жыл бұрын
Video saved. Phenomenal video. No bs filler or lengthy explanations of crap we don’t need to know. Detail for the sake of information and no wasted time.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Awesome feedback, thank you. Very much appreciated. Glad to hear the video was exactly as needed.
@nightrider3587Ай бұрын
This man has his poop in a group,finally found a good one , instant subscriber Thank You Sir !!
@NexusAutoАй бұрын
@@nightrider3587 you're very welcome! Lol
@lulumylove12343 жыл бұрын
You have no idea how much this video helped me. Just installed mine and without your video, I would taken all day.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
That's fantastic news. Really happy to hear of your success! Thanks for the feedback!
@MalibuSignshop3 жыл бұрын
I very much enjoyed this video. I liked how you showed what you were going to do before you did it, then actually did it. It was also great that you know your stuff. It was perfect.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome news, thanks for the great feedback. Glad the video was enjoyable
@armysgtrandom35553 жыл бұрын
Just did my lift kit today based off this video, it 100% made it possible.. thank you my friend... also i would fully recommend for someone in the future who is going to do their lift make you you have a ratchet wrench for the control arm.. woulda saved me a ton of time 🙃
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome news. Glad to hear the video was helpful and you got it done! Great stuff. Agree with the ratchet wrench too!
@danzemke32833 жыл бұрын
After you installed the lift has it changed your ride comfort or anything like that
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
@@danzemke3283 I suppose this is subjective, but as per the owner of this Jeep, he advised it drives pretty close to how it was when he got it from the factory. I think trim will make a difference, as even a base model compared to a Trailhawk like in this video handles differently.
@fordfiveohh2 жыл бұрын
I put this on my Cherokee Trailhawk... Total game changer... The bumper used to come pretty close to scraping some things in ruts.... I feel like it's never going to scrape anything now
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
It is pretty awesome. The owner of this Jeep does trails often and says he has 0 issues. I agree, definitely a game changer
@Walkbyfaith4486 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Appreciate the attention to detail. I never comment on videos but you sir deserve props
@NexusAuto Жыл бұрын
Thanks!! I really appreciate the feedback and you taking the time to comment! Have a happy new year!
@patmckelvey2 жыл бұрын
Hey man great step by step process. Thank you I'm a very visual learner and appreciate you taking time to make this! God Bless!
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. I am the same way. Glad to hear the video helped
@jkeithv653 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you! Love your attitude and detailed steps. I ordered the MFC 2" kit for my 2019 TH, but it always helps to watch various vids to get good general tips!
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. Glad to hear the tips helped out, even with the MFC kit. Thanks for the great feedback
@alvinsanchez29184 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! I Just install the rough county leveling kit today and your video was very helpful, thank you
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Awesome news! Glad the video was helpful. Enjoy the new lifted Jeep! It is a lot of fun to drive!
@alvinsanchez29184 жыл бұрын
@@NexusAuto yes it's now leveled and looks so much better, next new tires I'm thinking 235/65/17 not too much bigger I don't want it to affect my mpgs too much. Any recommendations?
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
@@alvinsanchez2918 unfortunately, no particular recommendations from personal experience. I can tell you that The owner of this Jeep went to KO2 tires, which look amazing and he loves the drive. But he came back as it was rubbing the inner fender wall and I had to shave down the metal underneath and reform the plastic fender wall. He loves those tires, and from what I understand, many Cherokee owners do. I would recommend those tires, but be prepared to have to do some slight modifications.
@alvinsanchez29184 жыл бұрын
@@NexusAuto thank you
@Hamwallet43 жыл бұрын
Your a lifesaver. Didn’t know if I wanted to get a lift kit but after watching this video I’m be able to do it no problem
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome news. Glad to hear you are going for it. It is a bit of a tricky project, but with the video and Rough Country instructions, I am sure you will be on your way to a mint lifted Jeep!
@modsled704 жыл бұрын
Great video! I appreciate the extra time you took to show the details of the installation. It's great to know what to expect, prior to getting into my own. 👍
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. I know it is a longer, thorough video, but I agree, it is good to know what you are getting into. Thanks for the great feedback, appreciate it.
@robertagnew88134 жыл бұрын
Very educational! No details left behind thank you!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Glad the video was helpful! Appreciate the comments!
@pigybak2 жыл бұрын
The best “how to” video!!!
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! That's awesome! Appreciate it, and glad the video is helpful!
@stevegrosso57984 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! The Rough Country instructions were hard to follow and had a lot of inaccurate information. Your instructions were spot on and made the install quite easy! Well done!!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Really appreciate it. Glad to hear the video helped get the job done.
@hisheirs3 жыл бұрын
Your efforts here are very much appreciated. About to take on this task. You've likely saved me hours of frustration. THANK YOU.
@hisheirs3 жыл бұрын
Easy peasy
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
@@hisheirs Awesome news. Happy to hear the video helped out and you got the lift kit installed without a hitch. Thanks for the great feedback. Much appreciated.
@fordpowersmoke27254 жыл бұрын
Doing this this weekend. Your video assured me it should go smoothly. Thanks!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
No problem at all! Glad the video was helpful. Good luck, hope it goes well!
@Caissie5574 жыл бұрын
Personally, I am not mechanically inclined to do a job like this, I’m more experienced with smaller engines like chain saws and backpack blowers, got my Jeep in the shop getting this lift kit on. Cannot wait to have it done!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
I can appreciate that for sure...nothing wrong with knowing your strengths an working within them. At least you can get a feel for what the shop will put into getting it installed. Enjoy the new lift kit! The owner of this jeep loves it to this day!
@peanutbuttercrunch3 жыл бұрын
This is such a great video; it helped tremendously. Thank you! But you did make a mistake that I didn't catch until after full assembly. (On front strut) at 31:28, you placed the bolt through the factory bracket and both pieces of the strut spacer, then placed a washer, then the nut (but the other side of the spacer, you used both washers). This effectively places the bolt head's hex directly against the factory strut bracket, which was the old large oblong slot for the brake line grommet, and is thin stamped steel. The washer actually needs to go against that area for support. Rough Country instructions specify, "You will not use a flat washer on the bolt head side of the bolt that DOES NOT CAPTURE the factory bracket." That's because the spacer plates are a thicker material with tighter holes, and a washer is unnecessary, except for the turning (or nut) side for friction and preventing marring. Regardless, Rough Country's instructions are awful and wrong, as you gratefully demonstrated.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks for the awesome feedback and great comment. Very much appreciated. Upon review, there is no doubt that you are right. I think, at the time, the confusion with the brackets also threw me off, and I did in fact put that washer on the wrong bolt. Great catch! I will adjust this for the owner the next time I see him. in the meantime, I have also added this point to the description in my video. I thank you for the feedback and appreciate the respect in how you responded!
@peanutbuttercrunch3 жыл бұрын
@@NexusAuto For the update, I would actually just purchase 2 additional grade 8, 9/16" Flat Washers and use them on all bolt heads and nuts, so you don't have to remove the other bolt. Rough Country saved a whole 50¢ per kit? Also, they used a double-negative in their instructions which were backward to start with, so we can't complain. Thanks again for your fantastic video and passion for helping 1,000 total strangers save hours and headaches. I also used zero grease, but did clean the bolt holes and took a very light grind on the strut spacers' mating surfaces to true-up the connection of the clamping action. All went on easy and could rotate smoothly.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
@@peanutbuttercrunch That's great news. Very precise work. I agree as well...why not just include the 2 extra washers? Such a stupid cut to costs. I agree with your assessment, and I will add the washer details. Thanks again, and no problem on the video. Really just happy it has helped people out.
@ironmike27983 жыл бұрын
Awesome job you convinced me to do this.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Awesome stuff! Looking forward to hearing how the install goes. The owner has been using it a couple of years now and still loves it. He goes off trail and everything.
@davidsargood32282 жыл бұрын
Dude, you need some power tools! Thanks for taking the time to film this. I just purchased a Cherokee and am going to lift it a bit. I have power tools!
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
You are the second person to say that in 2 days LOL. I have power tools...lots of them. But when I make these videos, I try and avoid using them as many people watching these videos may not have power tools. I try and make it as simple as possible while sticking to the instructions. Now, if I am working on something on my own...different story
@mikejung39082 жыл бұрын
A before and after would be good, on this lift, other than that the video was clear and easy to understand, thank you for your time and effort❤️👍
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. I really should have done that before and after...many have requested it, but I never thought of it at the time. Thanks for the great feedback!
@raeanker30784 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video mate ,that has to be one of the more clear ,and precise how to videos I've ever watched ,you explained each step ,and your camera angles were spot on ,you put a lot of the big channels to shame .My wife tricked me into trading my TJ wrangler for a Cherokee limited ,and after finding your video I'm going to install the lift kit on on mine .Cheers from down under.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for the great comments and feedback! I really appreciate it! Interesting move, going from the TJ to the Cherokee, but you know, all the people I know who own them really like them, so that says something. Enjoy the lift kit...drop me a line after your done and let me know how it goes! Thanks again, and cheers!
@raeanker30784 жыл бұрын
G'day mate yes I will definitely do that ,as for my TJ ,yes I regret getting rid of it but she got me at a weak moment ,their experts at that ,and as the saying goes happy wife happy life ,look forward to watching new videos from your channel ,cheers mate from down under.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
@@raeanker3078 Happy wife, happy life for sure! Don't I know it lol. There will be more videos in the future for sure! Looking forward to hearing about your results on this kit.
@torsteinnevels1133 жыл бұрын
Great video, especially all the little tips that the instructions don't include. You set my mind at ease on how to tackle this project for my KL. Thanks and keep up the good work!
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great feedback. That is good news to hear. Glad to hear the video was helpful.
@justinburnett77184 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video, very descriptive and shows everthing that needed to be seen, thank you it help me put my lift on very easy!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Great news. Glad to hear the video was helpful and you got the job done! Thanks for the awesome feedback!
@jimkrug25862 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the simple but detailed installation video. I have this kit on the way for my Cherokee and this really explained the full installation. I'm pretty confident now that I can handle the install myself with ease.
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
That's awesome news. Glad you found this video and it helped out. Appreciate the feedback
@pyepye1114 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Installed the lift kit today and the only reason i did it myself was because your video was super helpful. I found the front lift was much easier and even torquing the bolts to 130ft-lbs. just used a long breaker bar wedged against the lower control arm. I had a lot of trouble with the rear and trying to align the bolt through the bushings. Probably took me 45 minutes for each side on this one step. Anyways just writing this so other people know and thanks again for this great video! Lift looks amazing! Oh my car/alignment seems to be pulling to the right now. Let me know if you have a DIY alignment tutorial. Thanks!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Hey...thanks for the great feedback! Appreciate it! Also, thanks for leaving your feedback on the job...it will no doubt be helpful for those who will be doing this in the future as well. Unfortunately, I don't have a DIY alignment video. Hope you get that fixed up asap. Thanks for watching and glad the video helped out with getting this done.
@RageAgainstDEMachine4 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for taking the time to explain the differences in the instructions with what is actually there.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
No problem at all! Glad to hear the video details were helpful. Thanks for watching!
@davebruzdzinski4243 жыл бұрын
Just a helpful tip, break and torque the nut, not the bolt. Just passing knowledge an aviation mechanic, Great video!
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Very true, and I should have shown that. Thanks for pointing that out, great tip for future viewers. Thanks for watching too!
@micahmetje29702 жыл бұрын
Dude soooo helpful! just completed mine step by step by watching this video!
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
Awesome news, glad it as helpful! Enjoy your newly lifted ride!
@gilbertogonzalez3238 Жыл бұрын
awesome! now i need to find the parts to buy.
@NexusAuto Жыл бұрын
Yeah that's the tricky part...especially at a good price. Happy to hear the video was great...thanks!
@rigoneri5394 Жыл бұрын
Super helpful!! Thank you sir!!!
@NexusAuto Жыл бұрын
No problem at all!
@tonyfield42674 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video . Lot of good tips , the job went well with no problems.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Awesome news! Glad the video was helpful. Enjoy your new lifted Cherokee!
@JF-lt5zc4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video! I got half way through before I realized that you were working on a Cherokee, not the Grand Cherokee! I'm going to need you to buy a GC and lift kit so you can do a video on that before I do mine. ;)
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
LOL I will definitely look into getting a grand Cherokee and lift kit! Glad to see you enjoyed the video, even if it is for the Cherokee and not your platform. Hey, you never know, maybe I will get someone who will bring me a GC one day! Thanks for the great feedback! :)
@les9374 жыл бұрын
Just put my lift kit on yesterday and your video was a godsend thanks so much !
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Awesome news! Glad it helped get the job done. Enjoy the new lift kit!
@JonBecker814 жыл бұрын
My exhaust has the black marks on it too. I think all of the mufflers on the cherokees leak exhaust at that same point. Also great video! I really appreciate the work and effort you put into this.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Hmmm good point. I wonder if that is a common leak. Wouldn't be surprised, since both cars have a similar issue. And no problem on the video...glad it was helpful. Thanks, Appreciate it!
@CampTherapy4 жыл бұрын
BEST informative video on this install. Well done man. Tons of useful tips. Imma go ahead and order mine based on this. Not too hard it seems. 2 man job fer sure. Thanks!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. Glad to hear the video was helpful. Let me know how it goes after the install is done.
@royb7762 жыл бұрын
Super helpful & direct thank you
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. Glad to hear the video helps out
@danielschiller78344 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I was looking for to help with my install. Great video, thanks for the help.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Awesome news...glad to hear. Thanks for watching!
@timkita99913 жыл бұрын
Great video. A lot easier to see it done before I try it myself.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear the video will help out with the job. Thanks for watching.
@MoonKnight74654 жыл бұрын
Outstanding!! This is something I’m planning on in the near future and this was already a tremendous help!!!!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Great news! Glad to hear the video was helpful! Your Cherokee will look great when done! Thanks for watching!
@gonebyrv97484 жыл бұрын
Excellent instructional video. Gave me the confidence to give it a go.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Great news! Glad the video was helpful! Hope it all goes well (I'm confident it will!)
@Bradenthor4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the vid, a Tip on the rear control arm bolts is to use that long screwdriver through the bolt hole to align the two sides with the bushing, then you can pass the bolt through. Beating on the bolt to get it through has a chance to damage the threads on the bolt. For the front strut extenders bolt torque, get the wrench you are using on the back side wedged against the control arm, therefor you wont need a 3rd hand to hold it, and you can apply enough torque on the nut.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips, and glad the video was helpful
@hiscifi29864 жыл бұрын
When you were using the tyre lever, I was screaming at the screen... 'Just press the brake-disk down with your foot'... hey hey..
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Now, why do you have to come here and bring logic into the mix? Lol. Truthfully, I didn't even think if that, and was just working with what I have. As long as the car was supported safely, it would be worth a try
@charlieg.62424 жыл бұрын
Great job, very detailed, instructional video. Well done.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for the great feedback! Appreciate it!
@learningtofishkeep6654 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video. I will be installing this exact kit on my Jeep with my dad. Great detailed video! 👍
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. Glad you found the video, and that it will be helpful. Love to hear about family projects too! Good luck, drop a line and let me know how it went.
@learningtofishkeep6654 жыл бұрын
Nexus Auto I will let you know. The only part that makes me nervous is the drilling part lol
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
@@learningtofishkeep665 I get that for sure. It is a bit tricky, but just take your time with it, and you guys will be good to go. Looking forward to hearing about the results!
@learningtofishkeep6654 жыл бұрын
Nexus Auto thanks again for this video man. It was so smooth when we did it. My Jeep looks so much better with the lift! 👍
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
@@learningtofishkeep665 Awesome! Glad to hear it all went smooth! Looks amazing, I bet. Watch your clearances now. The owner of the jeep had some parking issues in his underground parking area LOL. Happy to hear the vid was helpful!
@kendrake284 жыл бұрын
Very good video!! Very detailed from beginning to end!!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for the great feedback. Hopefully the video helps you get a lift kit installed too!
@RedneckSamurai1263 жыл бұрын
i mostly liked it cause you have the same voice as my buddys voice haha. good shit brother!
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
LOL thanks, I'll take it :D Glad to hear the video was good!
@scottiadonisi79642 жыл бұрын
Awesome video man,. Headed out to do wife's jeep
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
Great news...glad the video was helpful. Hopefully the lift kit install goes well for ya
@Levelscorpion4 жыл бұрын
Awesome details on the video
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks...appreciate it! Hope it helps out!
@jorgecepedavillagran73983 жыл бұрын
Very clear step by step lot of tips thnks
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, much appreciated. Glad the video helped out
@jordanvaughan88083 жыл бұрын
great job on the video man. definitely going to get myself a lift kit for mine!
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Awesome news. Great to hear you will get one! Enjoy!
@jordanvaughan88083 жыл бұрын
@@NexusAuto just ordered today and will be in tomorrow. guess what my weekend plans are...
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
@@jordanvaughan8808 Hey hey, I don't think I have to guess on this one! Sounds like you got a great weekend project going! Let me know how it goes
@peterreed4692 Жыл бұрын
Hey there Brother, that was an Awesome Video 👌 Thank you so very much From us Down Under in Australia 🇦🇺 Cheers 🍻 Mate
@NexusAuto Жыл бұрын
No problem at all! Awesome to hear from you! Cheers from Canada! 🍻
@littlenewby694 жыл бұрын
Thumbs up. A little shot of silicone spray on the brake hose and wheel speed sensor grommets might make them easier to get into the new thicker brackets. That white grease or some Vaseline would probably work too.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad the video was helpful. Funny thing is, I never even thought of lubricants when putting it all together. That is a great point, and a helpful tip for future videos. Thanks for posting!
@GongshowGarage2 жыл бұрын
Great Great job my friend we can tell you got mopar blood!
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Mopar is in my veins, but to be fair, many other car manufacturers flow through too! 😂😂
@patharrison8444 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I'm going to do mine in about a month. FYI, you were talking about torque specs on the tie rods, I don't think there is one. You can't get a torque wrench on there with the allen wrench in place.
@NexusAuto Жыл бұрын
Thanks, much appreciated. I always provide torque specs of the numbers exist, and there are numbers for the suspension components. They actually sell torque wrenches. As in....actual wrenches with torque readings on them. I never bothered to buy them and don't know how accurate they are, but they do exist lol. I don't imagine most people will have it anyways. At least you know the number expectations, so you can try and gauge how tight you have to go
@ponz79893 жыл бұрын
Superb video!!!!
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, much appreciated
@Cowboylifesaver3 жыл бұрын
That tab will actually bend out of the way without drilling at 42:19. Also, at 45:41 flip the ABS line over so the long part is facing down.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
For the 42:19, this is very true, but I wanted to make this video following the instructions as closely as possible (mediocre as they are). If anyone wants to pursue this on their own, for sure! Great tip for 45:41, thanks
@xTeknoWolfx3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! The brother and I just followed your guide and got'r done.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome news. Glad to hear the video helped out. Thanks for the great feedback
@casperseibel78653 жыл бұрын
Did mine last night use a bottle jack to push the front arms down works great
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Bottle jack is a great idea! Glad to hear you got the kit installed.
@casperseibel78653 жыл бұрын
How did everyone's rubber break lines fit after
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
@@casperseibel7865 Can't speak for everyone, but after the small struggles you see in the video, everything has been fine. I completed this in 2019, and had the owner back in 2020 and rechecked everything. All nuts and bolts were still secure, and brake lines still holding strong. Hopefully you will get other perspectives from viewers as well.
@rtdalsin6692 Жыл бұрын
I used a bottle jack to spread for the front brackets.
@NexusAuto Жыл бұрын
Nice idea! I like that. Sounds good to me
@stevealan22899 ай бұрын
Could've made the front end a lot easier by loosening the control arm bolts. Should've loosened them anyways to they aren't twisted while at ride height. Great video!
@NexusAuto9 ай бұрын
Thanks. And true. There's a lot of things I could do to make this easier (like using power tools). But I always try and make these videos as per instructions, if possible, and with more readily available tools. But loosening those bolts would make it easier for sure
@stevealan22899 ай бұрын
@@NexusAuto that's understandable. This is actually a pretty crucial step that should've been included in the instructions, but as demonstrated in your video the instructions aren't exactly bang on. If the bolts aren't loosened to allow the bushing to rotate freely into it's new position it will wear prematurely due to the extra torsion the rubber portion will experience through normal operation.
@NexusAuto9 ай бұрын
@@stevealan2289 100% agree. Should've been included in the instructions for sure
@ticenits29674 жыл бұрын
Great video! Installing mine tomorrow.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate it. Good luck on the install!
@lysias554 жыл бұрын
a ladys slipper prybar is great for aligning bolts to holes, that's the only tool I'd suggest having instead of the screwdrivers. saves alot of time
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
I know, it's true. I keep saying I should invest in one...they are pretty cheap. But I always end up buying some other tool! Lol. But it's a very good tip and I 100% agree!
@TheAcadiandude4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video and very instructive.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate the great feedback. Thanks for watching!
@ChrisClabo4 жыл бұрын
This is awesome!!! Super helpful, thanks for the video!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. Glad the video helped out!
@Andy-ir1sj3 жыл бұрын
save yourselves 12 minutes and watch in 1.25x. You' re welcome !!
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Haha I may try that myself.
@trevorshiffler40794 жыл бұрын
Thank god for power tools
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Tell me about it! What a difference power tools they made
@111WashingtonSt3 жыл бұрын
Good job on the informative video. Thanks.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, much appreciated. Glad it will be helpful
@johnmillikin68453 жыл бұрын
Good video. I might have to lift mine now, thanks a lot!
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
LOL What can I say? This video is a good enabler. I guess it's time to get that lift!
@chrisw28054 жыл бұрын
Great video, helped with my install!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Awesome news! Glad the install went well. Thanks for the great feedback!
@lastmanstanding17674 жыл бұрын
Great video 👌 Very informative, very professional.😎👍
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I appreciate the feedback.
@SBbild2 жыл бұрын
If you have an extra jackstand maybe set it higher than the tie rod and set the wrench on it to tighten to front 130ftlbs with both hands.. then drop the stand to get your wrench back... might work.
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
Possibly. I don't want to say yes for sure, since I didn't try it, but it may actually work. Worth a shot for someone to try, as long as the person is careful not to damage the tie rod itself. It's possible
@douggeno90343 жыл бұрын
You are your video are awesome! Thank you so much!
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. Thanks for the great feedback
@TCJC12132 жыл бұрын
great job i will be doing it on my cherokee
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Hope it all goes well! Thanks for watching
@thomasmiller66714 жыл бұрын
Dish soap on the bushings will help on installation.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Very good tip. Didn't think of that. Good tip for future viewers
@DIRTY-4PLAY Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much
@NexusAuto Жыл бұрын
No problem
@ChuckUnderFire2 жыл бұрын
I just lifted my Cherokee with the MFC kit. I was on the fence as to which one to get. This one looks a LITTLE bigger on the front side and a LITTLE smaller on the rear. I assume that’s to level things. That said, I’m pretty glad I went with MFC. It was WAY easier on the front end than this was.
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
You got it, it is for leveling the Cherokee, not a full front and rear lift. I had heard great things about the MFC one too. Glad to hear it is working out great so far...I like hearing stories like that.
@ChuckUnderFire2 жыл бұрын
@@NexusAuto outstanding work on this video. It’s so great to this kind of thing covered in such detail. It’s highly highly needed when doing any of this yourself. Keeps the blood pressure low for all of us garage wrenchers.
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
@@ChuckUnderFire Thanks, I appreciate that. Low blood pressure is a must in jobs like these LOL
@fredyrosales9600 Жыл бұрын
🎉🎉great instruction’s thanks
@NexusAuto Жыл бұрын
No problem at all!
@steveallan28194 жыл бұрын
Well done mate good video.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, appreciate it.
@bobjoseph95294 жыл бұрын
I know fuck all about cars, now I know a thing or two. Thanks!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Great to hear. Glad the video helped out!
@willdogg07053 жыл бұрын
great vid bro very descriptive its gonna help a lot
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, glad to hear it will help! Thanks for watching!
@willdogg07053 жыл бұрын
@@NexusAuto gonna start my lift this week ill let you know how it went
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
@@willdogg0705 definitely keep me posted! Looking forward to hearing about the results+
@willdogg07053 жыл бұрын
@@NexusAuto got the lift on today. definitely helps to have another set of hands. I had my buddy stand on the rotor to help push the knuckle down and it made it a fast process. thanks again for the vid it helped a lot
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
@@willdogg0705 No problem at all. Glad to hear the job went well. A second set of hands is a definite plus! Thanks for the great feedback! Enjoy your new ride height! :)
@jerrygilmb9 ай бұрын
Jack the control arm up and put zip ties on the springs to remove tension. Then you won't have to fight with it the whole time.
@shaneraber30723 жыл бұрын
Thank you helped me greatly doing my daughter's lift.
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
No problem at all. Glad to hear it helped out. That's awesome news!
@chrisrapp97214 жыл бұрын
Awesome job. Thank you
@cody70314 жыл бұрын
Awesome video!!!!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Awesome feedback!! 👍🏾
@jeannuaman79554 жыл бұрын
Thanks alot for the great video
@chuckaluck1234 жыл бұрын
Good job. Good video. Thanks!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for the great feedback! Appreciate it!
@les9374 жыл бұрын
Great video I’m sure glad I watched before installing my lift kit... very informative!!!!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, appreciate the great feedback. Glad the video helped out
@FirstLast-gs8pe2 жыл бұрын
I would have like to see the finished product.
@NexusAuto2 жыл бұрын
I know, I agree. I wish had thought of that after filming. It made a nice difference.
@stormtrooperwrx49644 жыл бұрын
Great video but if you decide to torque to spec at the bolt head and not the nut then add 10% to the torque wrench.
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip and glad the video was helpful
@Ottos_ScLm_Race_videos_2009_on3 жыл бұрын
One thing I was taught years ago, you torque the nuts not the bolt. The bolt can hang up you torque it, the nut can still be loose.
@stormtrooperwrx49643 жыл бұрын
@@Ottos_ScLm_Race_videos_2009_on To each their own I suppose. I work on multi million dollar aircraft and my manuals tell me I can torque the bolt head as long as I add 10% to the torque.
@carbonspyder2354 жыл бұрын
could have used a jack to hold the wrench on two bolts while torque the nut then lower the jack to get the wrench out ? Thanks for the video, helps us backseat drivers !!!
@NexusAuto4 жыл бұрын
No problem at all! Glad the video helped out. Hmmmm... I'm trying to envision your suggestion...just thinking of any safety issues with that. I suppose that would work. As long as nothing slips or flies off, should give you a bit of a second set of 'hands'. Just be careful if you do that...I can see the wrench possibly popping off
@ejbashwinger813 жыл бұрын
Huge question if someone could answer this question for me.. I bought this kit before I measured and both my rear and front fenders are at the same height of 32 ¼". So will this actually offset my jeep?
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
That is a great question, but not one I have the answer to. Maybe someone else can answer. I did not measure the before and after of this car, so I do not know the measure differences and how it correlates to your car. Hopefully someone else has done so here.
@ejbashwinger813 жыл бұрын
@@NexusAuto but amazing video by the way brother! Im very mechanically inclined but your video helped tremendously. Keep up the great work and great videos!
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
@@ejbashwinger81 Thanks. Appreciate that feedback. Glad to hear the video helped out.
@nathanmurdock32133 жыл бұрын
Great Video. looks like you put a lot of hard work into the video too. what size tires and wheels did you use? why did you take out the lug threads? is that difficult?
@NexusAuto3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, appreciate it. Glad to hear the video works for you! I can answer your questions! Before answering the questions, just as a preface, this is not my car, but a clients car. This is the details for you. 1. At the time of the install, the tires were 245/5.5R17. They fit perfectly, no issue at all. Afterwards, the owner upgraded to KO2 tires that were 245/75R17. This did cause rubbing and he brought it back to me so we can modified the wheel wells. I had to remove the plastic lining, used a grinder to grind down the pinch wells, and then heat and modify the plastic once reinstalled. No rubbing anymore 2. I did not take out the lug threads. Many chrysler products use lug nuts that are also the studs. Sp when you take out the lugs, the studs come with them. If you haven't seem them before, they look like this partsavatar.ca/2014-2019-jeep-truck-cherokee-wheel-lug-bolt-dorman-autograde-611-005?gclid=Cj0KCQiA0fr_BRDaARIsAABw4Eu9nNPtubNvLclcUdRDlaWsa0roiQPhPrVEjhRdRBsDrA8v2ywlGdcaApq8EALw_wcB I only ever see this style on Chyslers and German cars. Hope this helps
@allsic9 ай бұрын
liked and suscribed, thinking if I do this on my 2017 same color as yours...
@NexusAuto9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the like and sub! If you decide to do it, let me know how it goes!