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2 inch suspension spacer on a TJ - The following tips may assist in the installion a 2" Spacer Lift on a 1997 or Newer TJ. - (Added: 2-May-2001)

Actual Speed Calculator for Larger Tires - Ever wonder how far off your speedometer is with your new bigger tires? By using a simple ratio calculation, this info will only approximate your corrected speed and depends on the accuracy of tire size diameters (assumimg nothing but tire size has changed). If you know specific information about your vehicle (gear ratios, RPM, etc.) then use the Gear Ratio calculator, it's probably a little more accurate. - (Added: 11-Apr-2001)

How to do a Spring-Over-Axle (SOA) - This particular SOA was done on a YJ with lift springs, but will be similar for most vehicles. Includes parts lists and everything! - (Added: 21-Jan-2001)

2" Coil Sprint Spacer Lift Install on an XJ - Installing the Rubicon Express 2 inch economy lift on an 87 XJ. - (Added: 19-Sep-2003)

3/4 Elliptical Rear Suspension (Buggy Springs - How to install buggy springs on a CJ - (Added: 26-Jun-2001)

3/4 Elliptical Suspension for Jeep YJs - Wanna get more flex out of your leaf-sprung rig? Try this simple modification. - (Added: 26-Nov-2000)

Adjusting Steering Stops - If your steering stops are properly adjusted, you will be less likely to tear a tire, break an axle, or ruin a ball joint. Breaking these parts at speed can be dangerous, so adjust those stops! - (Added: 26-Jan-2001)

All about 1/4-Elliptical Suspensions - Actually, probably more than you care to know... You think work gives you a headache, wait 'til you read this! Kerry takes the time to show you a couple of his software-modeled variations that his 1/4-elliptical suspension has endured. Get that thinkin' cap nice and tight! - (Added: 29-Oct-2001)

All about 1/4-Elliptical Suspensions - Actually, probably more than you care to know... You think work gives you a headache, wait 'til you read this! Kerry takes the time to show you a couple of his software-modeled variations that his 1/4-elliptical suspension has endured. Get that thinkin' cap nice and tight! - (Added: 29-Oct-2001)

BDS 3.5 YJ Suspension Lift - An excellent warranty, smooth ride and flexy offroad. An install report. - (Added: 10-Dec-2002)

Bolt on Coil Springs for a Wrangler (YJ) - Explorer Pro-Comps Coil YJ Spring Conversion & Lift Kit - (Added: 20-Nov-2000)

Build your own XJ Front Shackle Mounts - How to build some shackle brackets to allow mounting removable shackles in place of the hooks. So far, these are working out just great although I haven't had to do any major pulls with them yet. - (Added: 14-Apr-2002)

CJ and YJ Sway Bar Disconnects - The first modification done to any trail vehicle should be installation of solid tow points if it doesn't already have them. The second should be a sway bar disconnect for better trail performance. - (Added: 27-Nov-2000)

CJ Spring Over Axle (SOA) - You can get your CJ to ramp 1000+ by using Wrangler YJ springs. How to install a spring-over-axle (SOA) on a CJ. - (Added: 17-Sep-2002)

Custom Rear Shock Mount - Installing a custom rear spring bracket - (Added: 26-Jun-2001)

Drop Pitman Arm Installation - One of the common complications of lifting a Jeep is maintaining correct steering geometry and eliminating "DEATH WOBBLE". Installing a drop pitman arm can help. - (Added: 30-Jun-2005)

Explorer Pro Comp Coil Lift for YJs - Bryan Archambeault shows how he installed this lift kit in his garage and converted his Jeep YJ's former leaf spring suspension to coil springs. - (Added: 27-Nov-2000)

Extending Front Upper Shock Mounts for More Travel - Done on a YJ, but would be similar for other vehicles. - (Added: 21-Jan-2001)

Fixing Broken Upper Shock Bolts on an XJ - This write-up will show you how to fix broken upper shock bolts on an XJ - (Added: 1-Jul-2004)

Flip Your U-Bolts - How to flip the ubolts holding up the springs on your Dana 44 or AMC 20 axle for around $50. - (Added: 17-Sep-2002)

Fuglyfab.com - Heaps of CHEAP EASY FUGLY modifications and accessories YOU CAN DO at home! - (Added: 23-Jul-2006)

Homemade Sway Bar Quick Disconnects - A low budget way to disconnect those sway bars. - (Added: 22-Mar-2001)

Homemade YJ 3/4 Elliptical (Buggy Spring) rear - How to make your own 3/4 Elliptical (Buggy Spring) rear suspension for a YJ - (Added: 14-Dec-2005)

How to install a 3.5 inch Superlift - Everything you need to know in order to put a 3.5" Superlift on. The information in this works for just about all lifts... - (Added: 7-Oct-2001)

How-to Grease Leaf Springs - This write-up explains how to grease leaf springs to eliminate noises - (Added: 24-Aug-2004)

Install the Rubicon Express 3.5" XJ Lift - I wanted to run 31x10.5's with ground clearance and this is how we did it. - (Added: 26-Jan-2001)

Installing Swaybar Quick Disconnects - How to install typical quick swaybar disconnects on a Jeep YJ. From Project Raptor. - (Added: 26-Feb-2002)

Installing the Full Traction Bolt-On SOA Kit - Full Traction makes a spring over axle (SOA) kit that bolts on with no welding required for Wrangler YJ's. Here is how a typical install goes. - (Added: 24-Jul-2002)

Installing the JKS Telescoping Trackbar (track bar) - Our own install notes on installing the JKS telecoping track bar in our Project Raptor YJ. - (Added: 13-Jan-2003)

Installing the M.O.R.E. Shackle Reversal Kit - A review and installation guide for the MORE Jeep Shackle Reversal & Buggy Spring from Offroad.com - (Added: 24-Mar-2001)

Installing the Performance Accessories 2 inch body lift kit (TJ) - In order to clear 35" tires on my TJ, I knew I needed to install a body lift. Rubicon Express recommended a 1" body lift for 35" tires, but after close inspection I determined a 2" lift was needed. - (Added: 22-Mar-2001)

JCWhitney/Rough Country 3" XJ Lift - Installing the Rough Country 3 inch suspension list for the Cherokee (XJ) - the kit that JC Whitney sells. - (Added: 22-Mar-2001)

Jeep TJ OME install - This write-up describes the installation of an OME lift on a Jeep TJ - (Added: 23-Mar-2004)

Jeepskate - Dual Shock Mounts - Another YJ discussion on installing dual shock mounts. - (Added: 27-Jan-2001)

Jeepskate Shackle Reversal - Notes on installing the M.O.R.E. reverse shackle kit. - (Added: 27-Jan-2001)

Jeepskate Spring-Over (SOA) Conversion - More notes on SOA conversions for Jeep Wranglers - (Added: 27-Jan-2001)

Lifting the New Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ - The WJ grows up by way of a Teraflex 2 inch suspension lift. - (Added: 26-Jan-2001)

Low Budget Disconnects - How to build your own quick disconnects for $4.60 - (Added: 24-Oct-2003)

Make your own swaybar disconnects (CJ and YJ) - Using simple tools and simple parts, save money and make yourself a set of swaybar disconnects for your CJ or YJ. - (Added: 24-Jul-2002)

Pros and Cons of Shackle Reversal - Shackle reversal is one of the most misunderstood Jeep suspension modifications. Most people do not really understand the advantages and disadvantages of shackle reversal. The pros and cons of shackle reversal should be understood before you spend your hard earned money on a kit. - (Added: 3-Feb-2002)

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