Sky jacker 4" economy lift kit

Shocks:Hydro 7000

the goods: as the name states its an economy lift so it totaled with shipping around $600. so VERY cheap. it comes with new lower control arms front and back new sway bars and a rear track bar relocating bracket (front requires a new hole drilled) new front and rear coil springs and four hydro shock, also a transfer case lowering bracket. it was an intermediate install, hit a couple hitches and overall took 16 hours -_- but wasnt too bad.
on-road: a bit bumpy at higher speeds although does well on large dips and holes.
off-road: ive only taken it on a short little test so far but it handled...surprisingly well ( for being an economy kit) decent compression decent return and great clearance with 33" tires.

The bad: terrible instructions and a somewhat arduous install. bumpy on road

Recommend? YES. if you want a lift and dont want to spend a ton of money, this is surprisingly worth it. not for serious off roading ut is a nice in between.

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rear

LIFT: 3" ZJ coil springs w/ 2"BB
SHOCKS: Skyjacker hydro 7000
SYE/CVD: not yet
TIRES/WHEELS: 33x10.5 BFGoodrich Km2's / 15x8 Crager Soft 8's 4" BS

Likes: A pretty simple transition if you have the time. Very inexpensive! about $70 for the whole lift! Haven't found much difference in the ride quality which is also good cuz i really liked the ride i had with just the BB in there with the skyjackers.

Dislikes There seems to be some discrepancy with the actual lift you yield with these springs if you buy them used, so just be aware of it if you're looking for a set of used springs, be sure to find out how many miles have been run on them, mine had 96k.

Would You Recommend: If you're on a tight budget, want some suspension height, and already have the components(shocks) to accomodate the springs, then yes this is a great mod!

Note: I originally started with a 2" BB with the skyjackers , which can accomodate 1-3" of suspension lift, w/31x11.5 tires. I purchased a front bumper which eliminated my entire 2" spacer lift in the front. Purchased new tires, then decided to get a little more clearance. Left the 2" BB in the front with the zj springs to yield the correct 3" of expected lift, I took out the spacers in the rear and took the front coils out and moved them to the rear.

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LIFT:about 3"+ ZJ V8 front coil springs and rear Crown Vic police interceptor coils
SHOCKS:Pro Comp ES1000
SYE/CVD:none
TIRES/WHEELS: 31x10.50 Cooper Discoverer STT / 15x8 Stock Ravines

Still in testing process so likes and dislikes may change.
Likes: Gives an overall lift of 3+ inches. Pretty easy to install. Ride is smooth as stock on and off road so far.

Dislikes: nothing yet.

Would You Recommend: still testing this lift but based on the price so far and lift achieved, Yes.

Notes: I have done some researching and found this to be a simple mod that people dont really discuss. you can google it but not find too many details. basically i got junkyard coils from a newer ZJ with a V8 and the upper rubber isolators. also i read about people using front TJ coils on the rear. some avoided that swap but i figured id try the crown vic rears. police interceptors had a progressive spring rate. The coils set me back about 40 bucks at the local pick n pull. after installing the coils i noticed the rear shocks were almost fully extended (without my 2 heavy toolbags and recovery kit). I then ordered some new pro comp es1000s for 3-4 inches of lift. Those cost me about 120 shipped. those are now on and i plan on doing some further testing.

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