by JeepFan |
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Now with the shock/bump stop
episode finished I drove the Jeep a while, I need to play with the shock adjustments
yet and I also noticed that the Jeep seems to wander a bit. I am going to
add a set of 2 degree shims to the front to correct the caster angle.
Another issue I have is driveline vibration. My Jeep has a CV style rear
driveshaft, (a) this style requires the pinion to point at the trans yoke.
Now with the added lift the angle is off, I decided to make some modifications
to the transmission skid plate to lower the trans 3/4", this should correct
the angle. The late 70's CJ's used a massive pan type skid plate and the transmission
mount was about 2" tall, I simply cut down the mount and welded in a new
flat piece. This allowed me to lower the trans 3/4" while at the same
time also allowing me to remove a 1/2" spacer between the frame and the
skid plate to gain 1/2" clearance.
Below is a before and
after picture. There is still stuff to do. I need to cut the
u-bolts, install the Rock Equipment skid
plates and re-attach the bottom of the front bumper. It never ends...
If you have any questions
you can e-mail me or give a call to OK Auto
at 908-454-6973, they can answer most any questions.
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Check back for future
reports after some trail and street use.
UPDATE: I have
been driving the Jeep and it rides great. The shocks make a big difference
and playing with the adjustments have improved the ride drastically. I
also had an opportunity to wheel with the Jeep a little and the trail
performance was good too. The Jeep seemed just as flexible as before and
the increased clearance provided better off-road handing and manners. I
also noticed that with the springs being a bit stiffer the Jeep seemed more
stable in off camber situations. So far this modification has been worth
it, I'll compile a report after more use.
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