Major modifications- YJ

LRwrnglr · #1 (**permalink**) 07-21-2005, 12:59 AM

Sorry I havent been on lately, been workin and such. well anyway im lookin to do some major modifications to the YJ. Sr. year is comin on and im gettin a new vehicle so the oppurtunity to make the YJ a trail rig is coming on.
As of right now the YJ has a 2" shackle lift and a 1" body lift.

I want to put a 3-4.5" suspension lift on but havent decided what one yet. possibley some input on which one and why would help. What other hardware would I need?? sway bars, sabilizers, ect...???

Im looking to put a new front end in with manual locking hubs, what would be a possible candidate?? an old CJ maybe??

Im looking to put a 5.0 v8 in but am not sure if it will work and was wondering if there is someone that has already one it that has a write up on it or has a kit i can get for it. Im lookin to hook up a c6 trani if it will mate up and will work out alright, this im not sure?? Would it be wise to get a new transvercase to replace the stock?? if so any suggestions??

Ok so im lookin at a 6-7.5" lift, i might take off the body lift, but anyway what size of tire would i be able to run?? Would i need to regear?? Im lookin to make it able to drive on the street but mainly a trail rig.

Anyone know of a write up for a custom flatfenders??

Its kinda early to start making major plans but im wantin to start gathering everything up so when college rolls around and im short on cash i could get most of it put on or some with most of the money spent.
Well any help will be appreciated, Thanks everyone

LR

TwistedCopper · #2 (**permalink**) 07-21-2005, 05:16 AM

You can try advance adapters for kits to put that 5.0 in.

MerkL · #3 (**permalink**) 07-21-2005, 09:31 AM

Is the 5.0 fuel injected? If not, you won't be very happy when it comes to hill climbs. With 6"-7" of lift, and some fender trimming, you'll be able to stuff 35's nicely. You don't have to re-gear, but I would highly recommend it, it'll make a world of difference. As far as suspension lifts go, BDS and Rubicon Express make some nice flexy springs. Don't rule out custom made springs from Alcan. They tailor fit a set of springs just for your needs.

LRwrnglr · #4 (**permalink**) 07-21-2005, 09:57 AM

Does anybody know any good sites where people have done this setup?? i've seen one where the guy took the 5.0 and put almost a whole like 60-70's bronco drivetrain under it. but owuld i be able to mate a c6trani up to the 5.0?? I saw where the guy put a bronco transfercase in it(D20) but what are my other options?? Thanks

LR