VIDEO : How to Install a Lift Kit on a Jeep Wrangler JL for Beginners

wayoflife

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Installing a lift kit on a Jeep Wrangler JL is a lot easier than you’d think and in this DIY video, made for beginners, we'll show you exactly how to do it. While the kit featured is made by Rancho, the step-by-step instructions will apply to most any standard coil and shock suspension system, from a basic 2” budget boost up to a 4”+ lift, complete with adjustable control arms and track bars. Of course, every tool you’ll need is identified, torque settings are stated and tips and tricks to help make the process easier, are provided as well. Trust me, this is something you can do!


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TOOLS YOU'LL NEED
• 8, 10, 13, 15, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24mm Sockets & Wrenches
• 9/16" Sockets & Wrenches
• 1-1/2" Crows Foot
• 18mm Crows Foot
• Ratchet
• Short Ratchet Extension
• Long Ratchet Extension
• Ft. Lb. Torque Wrench
• Vicegrips
• Floor Jack
• Jack Stands
• Pry Bar
• Rolling Head Pry Bar
• Trim Pry Tool
• Dykes
• Hammer
• Tape Measure
• Duct Tape
• Spray Mount

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DMF

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Your tips and tricks are so helpful. I've used my harbor freight spring compressor so much that they are bending and didn't realize I could have just lifted one side of the axle. 😀
 

wayoflife

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Your tips and tricks are so helpful. I've used my harbor freight spring compressor so much that they are bending and didn't realize I could have just lifted one side of the axle. 😀
LOL - I'm sorry I didn't post this up sooner.
 
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jeeeep

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that was a great tutorial! I may need to get that parking brake relocation bracket if it's sold separately, I don't like how my lines got re-routed but just left hanging.
my brain went to 15yo when I heard, "find that hole, stick it in" :LOL:
 

onlyone

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Very nice! Those control arms look pretty stout. That driver side spring can be a bear with the drive shaft hitting the skid. Mine was the same way. Awesome video that will help many get the courage to do this. (y)
 

wayoflife

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that was a great tutorial! I may need to get that parking brake relocation bracket if it's sold separately, I don't like how my lines got re-routed but just left hanging.
my brain went to 15yo when I heard, "find that hole, stick it in" :LOL:
Glad you liked the video and yes, the parking brake cable relocation bracket is one of the best I've tested.

And, feel free to go 15 yo, this is after all, the internet 😁
 

wayoflife

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Very nice! Those control arms look pretty stout. That driver side spring can be a bear with the drive shaft hitting the skid. Mine was the same way. Awesome video that will help many get the courage to do this. (y)
The arms are every bit as stout as a LOT of social media trendy brands that I've installed and tested in the past.
 
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