SOA lift - what to look for

[JEEPD]

I am looking at buying a 79 CJ7 that has a SOA lift on it. It was on the Jeep when the current owner got it but he thinks it's from a kit. I have heard there can be issues with these lifts in regards to sterring and handling. Aside from test driving it is there anything else I should be looking for to know it was done right?

Thanks

He sent me pics to my phone and will post them when I figure out how to get them off my phone.

 

[CJ]

Steering and handling as you said is first and foremost.
Also look for good perch welds, correct shock relocation and length, brake line routing and length and the knuckles should really be converted to high steer. You want good steering geom. to minimize bump steer.

When you do the test drive the CJ should not wander at highway speeds (really any speed) and look for some very rough railroad crossings or dirt roads to gauge loose steering and the dreaded death wobble.

 

[CJ]

Also see this post for basic steering info-->> http://www.jeep-cj.com/forums/f99/troubleshooting-correcting-your-steering-4106/

 

[Old Dog]

IMO the only way to do SOA right is with high steer knuckles. Here some good info on high steer and what to look for Steering Research

 

[JEEPD]

The owner sent me some pics and it looks like it does not have a High Steer set up. Anyone have any input in the Rocky Road High steer kits?

 

[Old Dog]

The owner sent me some pics and it looks like it does not have a High Steer set up. Anyone have any input in the Rocky Road High steer kits?

I don't know anyone who has used there bolt on set-up, but I have read more negative than positive on different forums.
IMO spend the money and do it right with the right parts.

 

[Incommando]

it might be worth your while to do an in-depth search not only on the product but that particular company as well before you decide to do busiiness with them.