Just another YJ build

[paradisePWoffrd]

That looks good, and would still not make URE feel like a paved road.

 

[WARRIORWELDING]

Just sprung over? I am on the fence for Rancho springs or waggy stock springs and run SUA. I want low and trimming stuff is not an issue.

 

[drkelly]

Just sprung over? I am on the fence for Rancho springs or waggy stock springs and run SUA. I want low and trimming stuff is not an issue.

Those pictures are just sprung over with stock springs. It sits a little higher than I expected, but the rear is lacking about 175-200 lbs since the fuel tank has been removed. I plan to 'raise' the springs hangers up on the frame as much as possible and move the rear ones rearward about 6", and the front ones forward about 4-6". I will also mount the shackle hangers high up on the frame ends to 'lower' the rig as much as possible. If you have ever seen pictures of my Samurai, you know that I have ZERO problem trimming sheet metal, LOL.

 

[NickMaul]

If you don’t carry around a full size spare please keep that little donut on the back for laughs


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[drkelly]

If you don’t carry around a full size spare please keep that little donut on the back for laughs


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Haha! I went to remove it this morning, and it has a wheel lock on it! I don't have the key of course.

 

[NCJeeplover]

This build has a lot of good ideas for low slug spring over yj.

https://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/jeep-hardcore-tech/790815-project-back-basics.html

 

[drkelly]

This build has a lot of good ideas for low slug spring over yj.

Project: Back to Basics - Pirate4x4.Com : 4x4 and Off-Road Forum

Yup, I have read through that thread at least a few times taking mental notes of ideas for mine. That is a nice YJ.

 

[drkelly]

I mounted up the new wheels and tires to get a baseline. It measures 25" to the frame right in the middle. It has a bit of a rake to it because of no fuel tank and fuel, and no spare.

 

[paradisePWoffrd]

What size tire did u end up with?

 

[drkelly]

What size tire did u end up with?

39.5

 

[paradisePWoffrd]

Looks good. I think a hi-line fenders front and rear would look clean and give clearance.

 

[336wheeler]

That looks great. I love the old school graphics > you should try to keep the body as original as possible IMO.

And cut those shackles!

 

[spraypaintman]

Nice! Sawzall time!

 

[Creekin]

Looks good.
I assume there is going to be trimming of some sheet metal in the near future?

 

[justjeepin86]

I dig those wheels. That may be what I end up with.

 

[ghost]

I dig those wheels. That may be what I end up with.

x2 what are those?

 

[drkelly]

Looks good.
I assume there is going to be some trimming of some sheet metal in the near future?

Yep! The rear axle is back out now, the rear flares have been removed, and the tub is ready to be cut.

 

[drkelly]

x2 what are those?

Raceline RT233's with aluminum rings. I bought them from Skinny Pedal Racing, and would do so again.

 

[Creekin]

Are the kids ATV and JD tractor 4WD too?

 

[drkelly]

Are the kids ATV and JD tractor 4WD too?

Haha! No.

 

[drkelly]

I cut the rear spring hangers off and moved them back 5.5", and up as much as possible. I also cut 1" off the bottom of the frame at the rear. I marked out a few possible options for cutting the tub, but cut just enough to mount the tires for now.

 

[drkelly]

Fuel, LOL:

 

[drkelly]

The bottom inch of frame that I cut off:

 

[Scooter402]

Dat azz tho… Sorry, it was the first thing that came to mind when scrolling past the rear view pics. Looks awesome!

 

[drkelly]

Front forward 5", and lowered about 2.5". The wheelbase should be about 103.5" in these pictures. 22.5" to the bottom of the frame with 20 psi in the tires. I'm guessing it will be 20.5-21" with trail pressure. This is pretty close to how it will hopefully end up after figuring out shackles, steering, etc.