Off Road Only U-Turn Steering
Want to get rid of that dead feel between 11 and 1 o'clock? This is an almost necessary feature of any vehicle that has been lifted and still retains the inverted Y set up. Not that this was too much of a problem because I had got used to it. Also have you got fed up with bending your tie rod or drag link whenever you come down a little heavily on your front end? This for me has been a real pain in the proverbial.
What to do about it? Well the time came for a steering upgrade. Doing the rounds on this intraweb thingy I came up with many solutions ranging from £100 - >£1000. After some discussion and as a direct result of my experiences with using Off Road only (ORO) I settled on their U-Turn system. Dealing with Steve at ORO is a pleasure. He is a man of his word and can be easily contacted. I am happy to order for anyone on your behalf if you are worried about transatlantic ordering as I have complete faith in them. Domain: http://www.jeepwrangler.fsnet.co.uk
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Submitted by kizer on 03/14/2005
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Old Man Emu (OME) Suspension in a 47 CJ-2A
If you have ever rode in an old flat fender after a while in the saddle you start to feel your insides coming loose. Here's the proposed solution, Old Man Emu (OME) Wrangler springs with Rancho 9000 shocks. The original springs had about 10 to 11 leaves as opposed to the OME springs which only have 4, also the OME springs longer and wider which allow the springs to be more flexible to increase articulation and smooth the bumps. Conversions like these can bring about several problems, one example is that the front springs are about 5.5 inches longer and are quite a bit wider.
The Jeep is the Wild Willys, a 47 CJ-2A equipped with a Chevy 307, TH350 automatic, and a Dana 18 transfer case with a Warn overdrive. This classic CJ also has power steering 4.27 gears, and a tilt column. The first step was to order a set of OME springs and a set of Rancho 9000 shocks from OK Auto. After some initial measuring and lining up it was time to start cutting. Domain: http://www.offroaders.com
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Submitted by Code3TJ on 07/26/2004
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Old Man Emu 2.5
My experience installing an Old Man Emu (heavy duty) lift to my '02 4-cylinder Jeep Wrangler. Written by a first-timer for the first-timer. Domain: http://mrpistol.tripod.com
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Submitted by mrpistol on 02/14/2004 Edited
07/10/2004
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OME install
This detailed write-up describes the installation of an OME suspension system on a 2002 Jeep TJ including JKS swaybar disconnects. Domain: http://jeephorizons.com
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Submitted by Code3TJ on 03/10/2004 Edited
03/10/2004
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Power Steering Pump Replacement - 1
Power steering pumps do not last for ever. Heat is one of the biggest enemies of your pump and its power steering fluid. You've probably heard your pump whining when it gets used heavily....a sign that it is certainly getting hot and worse, it may be getting near the end of its life. At over 60K miles, the factory power steering pump on my TJ was still going strong, even after years of pushing 35" tires around. I know of friends who have replaced theirs with less miles than mine. My pump replacement came about as a result of my installing a Hydroboost brake system. My wrenchin' buddy, MikeW, donated a day to help with the Hydroboost install. I've decided to split out the power steering pump portion of the project and write it up separately to make it easier for folks who need to do just a pump change out. Domain: http://stu-offroad.com
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Submitted by Code3TJ on 09/02/2004
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ProComp Trac Bar
The bar is made from chromoly steel tubing and most important, the frame attachment point used a standard heim joint and not an impossible-to-find ball joint. Domain: http://www.moabjeeper.com
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Quarter Elliptical Suspensions
The following text is meant to relay some off-road suspension ideas, theories and observations through the story of my YJ’s 3 link rear suspension – as well as some design details. This article does not provide all the details of a design ready to use on the street. While I know the design is sound, it should be considered for off-road use only. It does provide details you will need to design your own ¼ elliptic suspension. Domain: http://www.jeepaholics.com
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Submitted by Code3TJ on 06/25/2004
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R.E. B.B. video install
Ever wanted to see how easy it is to install a BB lift aka Budget Boast? Some of us can read a manual or a writeup on a webpage and some of us need just a bit more. How about a short 5minute video, which is 10meg? Even a dailup modem can handle it. based off http://www.links4jeeps.com/links/27 Domain: http://crgrissom.tzo.com
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Submitted by kizer on 06/01/2004 Edited
06/02/2004
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Rocky Road Outfitters Budget Boost
This write-up details the installation of a Rocky Road Outfitters 2" budget boost on a 1997 XJ. The install allows for 30" tires with some trimming. Domain: http://jeephorizons.com
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Submitted by Code3TJ on 02/20/2004
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RTI or ramp travel index
A vehicles RTI or ramp travel index is a measurement of a vehicles suspension (and frame) flexibility. In many situations offroad a vehicles flexibility may be the determining factor of whether or not it can get over an obstacle. If a vehicles suspension is too stiff this may cause a tire or two to be lifted, loosing contact and traction, especially apparent in vehicles with open differentials. While locking differentials will help to maintain forward momentum when a wheel is off the ground, good flexibility will help to keep the wheels on the ground and more able to conform to the terrain.
You may have seen at many offroad events 4x4's taking a shot at the ramp. The ramp tells a great deal about a vehicle's capabilities on the trail. It's also very useful for evaluating suspension systems, examining shock length, finding interference points and other things that may only be apparent on the trail while under the extremes of wheel travel. There are several factors. Domain: http://www.offroaders.com
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Submitted by kizer on 06/23/2004
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Rubicon Express 2-inch Budget Boost
At $199 for a set of 2" coil spacers, DT3000 shocks and rear bumpstop extensions, this kit is a steal and one of the best investments I've made. Domain: http://www.4x4xplor.com
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Submitted by kizer on 10/11/2003 Edited
01/08/2004
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Rubicon Express Budget Boost Lift Install 
In this write-up i will teach you how to install a 2" RE BB on your TJ. Domain: http://www.jeepsource.org
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Submitted by jeepsource on 12/30/2005
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Rusty's Steering Upgrade
Rusty's Steering Upgrade - TJ tie rod and draglinkFirst, the write up, then the review! I will explain what I feel may be best after we did my install the way we did it, however, this will probably deviate from how we did some things to save embarassment. It's actually a simple install, but removing the stock setup is a freaking PITA!! This setup takes you to a full tie rod that is much stronger than stock as well as an upgraded drag link that is much stronger than stock and is recommended for 35" tires and above and in my case, after a little mishap with a guard rail! I recommend them for 33s and up as well after feeling the ride (review coming soon). Domain: http://jeephorizons.com
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Submitted by Code3TJ on 02/12/2004 Edited
02/12/2004
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Ryco Hydraulics Hose Assembly and Installation Guide
Proper hose installation is essential for satisfactory performance. If hose length is excessive, the appearance of the installation will be unsatisfactory and unnecessary cost of equipment will be involved. If hose assemblies are too short to permit adequate flexing and changes in length due to expansion or contraction, hose service life will be reduced.
The following diagrams show proper hose installations which provide maximum performance and cost savings. Consider these examples in determining length of a specific assembly. Domain: http://www.pirate4x4.com
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Submitted by Code3TJ on 09/29/2004
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