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SYE on a 4 door?

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Old 04-03-2012, 04:08 PM
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So I Know that after lifting a two door, its a good idea to get a SYE, What about on a 4 door? since its longer and the DS isnt at such a great angle as a 2dr would be. Im lifted on 5.5 rock krawler x factor long arm system with 35s.
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The SYE are not needed on the newer jeeps (JKs & JKUs). Those are meant for the older TJs, YJs & CJs. All you would need is to get aftermarket driveshafts along with adjustable control arms to address that much lift...
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Are you just saying longer driveshafts?
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And why do you say adjustable control arms? should i not use the long arms that come with the kit?
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When installing an aftermarket drive shaft most companies recommend/require adjustable control arms to set ur pinion angles. Your lift kit has adjustable control arms so you should be fine.
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Would I need an SYE on an OME 2" lift, ya think?
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Originally Posted by blueescapes
Would I need an SYE on an OME 2" lift, ya think?
Just like was said above, the JK's do not need a SYE at all, no matter if lifted or not.

And at 2" of lift, you can most likely stick with stock control arms and driveshafts as well.
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Originally Posted by jesse0920
When installing an aftermarket drive shaft most companies recommend/require adjustable control arms to set ur pinion angles. Your lift kit has adjustable control arms so you should be fine.

O ok I see. Whats the reason for needing a different drive shaft? just a longer one? I want to get one anyway with more strength since its going to be so much more exposed, should I get a longer one?
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Originally Posted by blueescapes
Would I need an SYE on an OME 2" lift, ya think?
This is a SYE for a TJ

http://www.4x4xplor.com/SYE-CV.html

as already stated, you don't need one for the jk. The jk transfer case is a different model.



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