This is for anyone who has stuffed their t-case up flush to the frame in a Jeep TJ? I'm not talkin' just a 2" belly-up skid plate. I'm talkin' bolting some 1/4" steel to the frame and pushing her ALL the way up - No drop. <IMG SRC="smilies/eek.gif" border="0">

I wanted to know if you ran into any unexpected problems? (other than the expected drive shaft angle issues.) I have a 2" body lift and front/rear high pinions so as far as I can tell... she'll fit.

I did a search and got some of the general info. Any thing else I need to know?

The help is appreciated. <IMG SRC="smilies/beer.gif" border="0"> T

[ 09-28-2001: Message edited by: TBone ]

Paul Navisk has done this but I think he removed it.

Originally posted by CJ:
<STRONG>Paul Navisk has done this but I think he removed it.</STRONG>

Do you know why?

T

Originally posted by TBone:
<STRONG>Do you know why?

T</STRONG>

Just guessn...driveline angles.

Originally posted by TBone:
<STRONG>Do you know why?

T</STRONG>

He installed the RE longarm kit which comes with the new crossmember.

Originally posted by TJoop:
<STRONG>He installed the RE longarm kit which comes with the new crossmember.</STRONG>

Hmmm, Maybe he's got one for sale?

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t bone, How much lift are you expecting to have.

RE 6" springs w/one inch spacer front
RE6" springs no spacer rear
1" body and I have a High pinion rear
Of course I have the TERA bellyup. I know thats not what you asked for.
But even with a CV drive shaft rear, I had to rotate the REAR High pinion to 18Deg. Up.

Note I dont have any driveline vibs at all.

the only thing I noticed was that I had to have atleast a one inch body lift. Since you already have a 2 your fine. Just do it!
I figure the slight drop I have with the bellyup kit. you will need that little bit extra with body lift to fit everything.
Dont forget you will have to lift the engine and the rad. too. MUST LIFT ENGINE AND RAD!
At least one inch to do what you want.

I have a 4" lift kit with 1.75" coil spacers and I plan on keeping it. So far i has worked out really well for me.

I was thinking I would have to get a CV driveshaft when I do this, but I didn't think about raising the motor and radiator. Thanx for the tip.

Depending on your rear axle, you'll also need some sort of shock relocators (if you don't have 'em already). I'm just running with the Tera Belly-up and have a Dana 44. You've gotta tilt that pinion waaaayyy up there to dial out all the vibes. But, it's worth the clearance.

Depending on your control arms/axle combo you may also need some extra length in the control arms (i.e. adjustable). Mine that came with my RE kit are maxed out (top and bottom) for adjustment. But, then again, if you're running with a high pinion, you may be ok.

Brent

OK, Let's see....

1.Skid Plate
2.CV Drive shaft
3.Motor/Radiator Mounts
4.Shock Relocators (These I want to move anyways)
5.Adjustable Control Arms

$$$$$ <IMG SRC="smilies/eek.gif" border="0">This could get HUGE! <IMG SRC="smilies/eek.gif" border="0">$$$$$

I was checking out that BayouGeep Skid plate. 1/4" steel plat and it's only a 3/4" drop. Very Stout! Hmmmm -I think I need to find me some more money.

T

I'll let you know in a few weeks.
I have 3.5" springs, will prob add .75" spacers, 2" BL, 1" MM, tera adjustable control arms (short).

flat skid - to be made flush with framerails
homemade shock relocators

stay tuned.....

Looks like the Harley is gonna have to wait this winter <IMG SRC="smilies/thefinger.gif" border="0"> <IMG SRC="smilies/biggrin.gif" border="0">

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Hey guys one of my freinds has made a totally flat belly up skid on his TJ.
His name is Sheldon.
Send him an e-mail at: scgard@triad.rr.com and I am sure he can send you some pics.
I think he might start making them.
Just send him an e-mail and ask.

i've got the skyjacker belly-up, waiting to buy an sye and adj arms.

no body lift, should i get the 1" raised motor mounts anyway?

tj w/ a rear 44.