Chaffin1

Here is my first build I hope I can help somebody out with what I have learned. I installed the Rancho 3" sport lift with Rancho rs9000xl adjustable shocks and Rancho adjustable front track bar. I didn't replace the front driveshaft, but I did install the rancho exhaust crossover pipe. I installed a rancho steering stabilizer and JKS quicker discos upfront. I also bought the skyjacker extended rear swaybars links cause the rancho instructions wanted you to drill a new hole and reuse the old swaybar links. I really didn't want to drill a hole so I bought extended rear swaybar links and they worked fine. I did the entire install myself and it to me about 10 hours with the alignment adjustments (first lift I have ever done). After the install I had what I would call flighty steering and the front end felt really rough when I would hit a bump. I have the rancho RS9000xl adjustable shocks and kept thinking I was using the wrong setting on them, so I kept adjusting but never could get the front in to ride smooth. After some research on the forum I found out that my front caster angle was off. Two ways to fix are adjustable front control arms, or front control arm lowering brackets. I went with the brackets for now because they were only $100. It made a huge difference in the ride and steering. I think now I am back to stock or maybe even a little better than stock ride and feel.

I by no means am a JK expert but I really enjoy working on my JK. I hope this helps you out if you looking to start a build. If you have any questions or need help let me know and I will try to help.

Here is a link I used after the install to get my alignment right with the AEV procal: Project-JK.com - Jeep JK Wrangler Resource » Basic Do-it-Yourself Jeep JK Wrangler Front End Alignment

Future upgrades: EVO draglink flip, Adjustable control arms……

The pictures are before the front control arm lowering brackets.

Dr. Satan

Anyone else with the rancho 3"?

SCHLEPPN02

Looks good, thanks for the helpful information!

Chaffin1

Thanks, I have added the evo drag link flip kit and it helped out.

Jmachnik

Looks real good. I'm actually looking at the same setup. Do you happen to know what the top of the roof measures out at now with the 3" Sport and 35" Nittos? I'm worried about still being able to get into my garage. Other than that, I'm sold! Especially with Rancho's Rebate going on right now, $300 off the kit. Can't walk away from that deal.

red2010rubi

Looks good got the same wheels

Chaffin1

I'm not sure what the too measures at I can't remember. I have a 7' garage door an mine fits in with a couple inches to spare.

Chaffin1

Thanks, I really wanted a set of silver pintlers and settled for these to start with. I still might look for some pintlers down the road. I also have a set of black rubicon fender flares but haven't put those on yet. Next I'm looking for bumpers and a winch. I'm leaning towards an ARB deluxe or an AEV premium front with hoop.