MNPathfinder Posted January 23, 2007 Share Posted January 23, 2007 I am looking for a grill guard that is simular to what "88pathoffroad" is using. I would prefer chrome but, black will do. I am also looking for one that I can put a winch on. I have looked at many different sites on the web but cannot locate one that is simular to the one I mentioned. I am also doing some research on which way to go with a lift. I am thinking only of a three inch lift and don't know whether to to with a body lift or a suspension lift. I have heard that the suspension lift will put additional strain on the steering componants and also the CV joints. Can anyone recommend a good lift kit either way. Or at least what your preference might be and why? Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offroad95pathy Posted January 23, 2007 Share Posted January 23, 2007 Do a search on "lifts" or "suspension", and you'll find all kinds of info to read and research, there are some pretty comprehensive threads with lots of info on the topics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mws Posted January 23, 2007 Share Posted January 23, 2007 For details on the lift, do search around. Quick answer: I like about 2" suspension lift as a nice compromise between clearance, CV joint stress, and ride quality. - 6 cylinder Cherokee springs in rear - crank stock T-Bars about 2" If you need more than that, add body lift. You can cut the spacers to give any amount you want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted January 23, 2007 Share Posted January 23, 2007 (edited) Martin has a good point, however, the 6cyl JGC coils in the rear, if you have a tire carrier, will sag to the point of no lift if you have a full sized spare. My 8cyl HD coils have sagged quite a bit since I put them in, as my 32" tire on the carrier adds a considerable amount of weight. Might be beneficial to get the heavier coils, keeping in mind they'll settle/sag in a few months. I agree 100% though, that cranking the T-bars too high puts too much stress on CV's and balljoints and other components, especially without aftermarket UCA's. Edited January 23, 2007 by Simon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mws Posted January 23, 2007 Share Posted January 23, 2007 Good point. I do have a 31" spare on the carrier, but I still have close to 2" of rear lift. It has been noticed that there are many, many different springs used on Cherokees. I think I have one of the stiffest (thicker wire diameter) I-6 sets. Probably off a fully loaded version. Something else to consider is air-lift bags in the rear coils. I use them to level the rig out when hauling heavy loads - like my KTM on the receiver mount rack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
88pathoffroad Posted January 24, 2007 Share Posted January 24, 2007 The grilleguard I have is a Smittybilt Bumper Thumper. They quit making them a long time ago. I got mine from a junkyard Pathy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jj big shoe Posted January 24, 2007 Share Posted January 24, 2007 (edited) No winch mount but howz this? Ebay grille guard Edited January 24, 2007 by jj big shoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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