everything needed for 4 inch lift

everything needed for 4 inch lift

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1982 cj7 all stock. has the inline 6 with a five speed tranny.
i think i have decided to go with a 4 inch lift with leaf springs for my 82 CJ7 . my question is what all do i need to do the lift?? springs, bushings, u bolts and all. do i need new shocks or can i use my stock ones?? also what length brake lines do i need and where do i get them from?? i know i need the extended brake lines. i would just like all my ducks in a row for when i do this lift. will also be running 33 inch tires with 4.56 gears. any help appreciated. thanks!!
 
A lot of lift kits come with most everything you will need. You might also end up needing degree shims if the drive line vibrates or has steering issues after you lift it. You might want to look into converting to YJ springs while your at it, better ride and articulation characteristics.
 
yeah i was going to get a set of 4 inch springs from a guy for a good price so i was going to piece everything together instead of spending a ton of money. was just curious about the shocks and longer brake lines and all.
 
You will need longer shocks and brake lines. Both should be about 4" longer.
If you still have the stock shackles I would suggest getting new ones so the bushings fit right. After market springs take bushings that are flat and stock ones are convex to fit the stock shackles.
 
what shackles would you recommend?? the stock ones or aftermarket? just curious.
 
what shackles would you recommend?? the stock ones or aftermarket? just curious.
The aftermarket ones, no more than 1/2" lift.
 

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