what xj parts break?

[xjmonkey]

Hello, I am new to wheelin, and have recently asked on here for some places to go.. I know that driver, difficulty of trail, play part on how often ur rig breaks down. I plan on going lots more and going on harder trails.. What parts are most likely to break? I have the 8.25 rear, and teraflex 6" lift with 33's.. I have been told to be sure to weld the lower control arm mount onto the uni-body before.. But any other parts I should replace now? Or just wait till they snap?
I know, I know, lame question, but I just wanna have a idea what to keep in mind! any help/suggestions would be great!

 

[JeeperG]

Lots of reading Here would be a good start.

 

[Tacoma]

I'd weld the lift brackets on. And get those subframe connectors... long arms are good....

 

[Badger]

well as long as you don't push to hard you should be fine.but look into axle u-joints,front axle shafts,and unit bearings.do you see a trend here.the back axle should get some alloy shafts to help it survive.the front could use some alloys as well.the trans and transfer case should hold up fine.

get a steering box brace some real bumpers that have some tow points and you should be good for a bit

 

[Badcop]

get a steering box brace

IMO that is the number 1 weak spot on a XJ, the uniframe next, LCA mounts, and U joints. I would also scrap up a couple extra axle yolks, if your joint goes the yolk is right behind it.

 

[N-Smooth]

well as long as you don't push to hard you should be fine.but look into axle u-joints,front axle shafts,and unit bearings.do you see a trend here.the back axle should get some alloy shafts to help it survive.the front could use some alloys as well.the trans and transfer case should hold up fine.

get a steering box brace some real bumpers that have some tow points and you should be good for a bit

haha basically replace everything!
it all depends on how hard you are on it, and what kind of trails you run. i blew up my d35 with a 4cyl and 31" tires(open diff too), which is something no one said i could do.

 

[xjmonkey]

wow, thanks for all the feedback.. I am going to see if I can get time to weld my lc arm mount on this week. I got a custom drive line made from grs and told em to make it burly as all hell, so hopefully it holds up. Explain more on the steering box?? I am lost on that one!

 

[xjmonkey]

haha basically replace everything!
it all depends on how hard you are on it, and what kind of trails you run. i blew up my d35 with a 4cyl and 31" tires(open diff too), which is something no one said i could do.

I think I will be easy on it, but I only keep that pace for about 10 minutes. ur avatar is bad a$$!

 

[xjmonkey]

tell me about this steering box brace.. how does it work? what happens without, and how much time and installation cost!?! $$

 

[Badcop]

The C-Rok brace is like 60$ or close too that. When you get bigger tires and try to turn under heavy pressure (the boxed unifram is really thin where the box mounts) the box has a tendancy to tear away from the frame rail. The C-Rok claims to be able to hold true even under the pressure of a 37" tire. Ive put mine under the test with a 35" tire and it is still holding tight. One of the best 60$ parts Ive baught.

I guess I could answer all your questions, lol, time for install around 20 min, not dificult, remove the 3 bolts holding the box in place and throw away the stock spacer thats inside the rail and the box. The C-Rok comes with a heavier guage steel spacer and a outer frame plate along with new grade 8 bolts for the install.

Cost for install is free if you have I believe a 15mm socket and patience.

 

[xjmonkey]

badcop, you are the man! LOL. I think for now on any questions I have I will just pm you. j/k.. Sweet, I will look into it for sure and toss it on. Sounds like a job I could handle.

 

[Badcop]

No problem at all you might check out WWW.NAXJA.ORG theres tons of XJ information there. We're the intermountain chapter.

 

[MOODY]

Any other ideas for steering box supports? I have a 95 xj, but my current bumper I believe would be in the way of the c-rok brace...

 

[Badcop]

rustysoffroad.com makes one but Ive never heard a pro or con for the product.

 

[Roktoys84]

haha basically replace everything!
it all depends on how hard you are on it, and what kind of trails you run. i blew up my d35 with a 4cyl and 31" tires(open diff too), which is something no one said i could do.

I would expect a D35 to grenade on a power wheels barbie jeep

 

[laddy]

www.projectxj.com for a good build up website.