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Agarwal_rahul
19-11-13, 03:02 PM
Hi All

I am thinking of installing the Rancho 3" Trail System/Lift Kit on my 2013 JK Rubicon with RS9000XL Shocks, any advice to/against this system or any other recommendations?

http://www.gorancho.com/suspension.php?make=Jeep&model=07_13_jeep_jk#lift
http://www.jegs.com/i/Rancho/801/RS999329/10002/-1

Also anyone know any mechanic/service center/etc, that would install this for me without breaking the bad if I import the required items?

Thanks a lot!

Cheers,
Rahul

TRBN8R
19-11-13, 04:35 PM
Just double check if the Rear Track bar bracket and Front panhard are compatible are compatible with RHD JK, because there is difference in the diff setup for a LHD and a RHD JK.

Was gonna add Sway bar discos but realised u drive a Rubi.....

The mechanic should charge you roughly 4-5 hours labor and a wheel alignment.....



Cheers
Mani

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Agarwal_rahul
19-11-13, 07:26 PM
Hi Mani

Thanks for getting back, I will check if there is any LHD/RHD limitations?
Do you know any mechanic?

Cheers,
Rahul

TRBN8R
19-11-13, 09:49 PM
Dont know a mechanic for this job as I did mine myself. Mine is a technically 40mm lift actually sitting at 2 inch. But I changed only springs, shocks, relocated the control arms using a drop bracket, relocated the brake lines using another bracket, installled JKS swaybar discos.... Took about 4 hours in my front yard. What area u live in, depending on it people can suggest a mechanic.....

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Agarwal_rahul
20-11-13, 10:24 AM
Hi Mani/All

I live in West Pennant Hills area, anyone aware of any mechanic around this area, don't mind travelling a bit if required.
If not mechanic any other options to get this installed, I don't have a garage space or tools to try myself, nor any experience on this front.

Cheers,
Rahul

Dave
20-11-13, 11:51 AM
If you can't find a mechanic near you, and I would expect that most mechanics could fit for you - even my local Midas will fit suspension - you could see if we have a "Toolbox Day" at Wooders Garage planned (Hornsby). Club members get together an help each other out doing jobs like this...

Dave

Agarwal_rahul
21-11-13, 12:19 PM
Hi Dave/Mani

I managed to find a couple of service centers who have shown interest, however I just got confirmation from Rancho that the kit is not supported for RHD, so Mani you were correct the kit is for LHD.

Looks like I will have to keep my plans for suspension upgrade on hold for now unless someone can advise other alternatives, I liked Rancho kit because it looked like a complete kit for a good price. Also further researching there have been lots of questions about factory warranty being void is I lift using un-approved kits, etc.

Any suggestions....

Cheers,
Rahul

Daz7
21-11-13, 12:42 PM
Hi Dave/Mani

I managed to find a couple of service centers who have shown interest, however I just got confirmation from Rancho that the kit is not supported for RHD, so Mani you were correct the kit is for LHD.

Looks like I will have to keep my plans for suspension upgrade on hold for now unless someone can advise other alternatives, I liked Rancho kit because it looked like a complete kit for a good price. Also further researching there have been lots of questions about factory warranty being void is I lift using un-approved kits, etc.

Any suggestions....

Cheers,
Rahul

What size tyres are you looking at running Rahul?

Teraflex are making noise about RHD components at present, so thats another option for you.

AV8
21-11-13, 01:16 PM
Double Black Offroad

Dave
21-11-13, 02:01 PM
Hi Dave/Mani

I managed to find a couple of service centers who have shown interest, however I just got confirmation from Rancho that the kit is not supported for RHD, so Mani you were correct the kit is for LHD.

Looks like I will have to keep my plans for suspension upgrade on hold for now unless someone can advise other alternatives, I liked Rancho kit because it looked like a complete kit for a good price. Also further researching there have been lots of questions about factory warranty being void is I lift using un-approved kits, etc.

Any suggestions....

Cheers,
Rahul


I suggest that you get in touch with


ATV Automotive
Fivedock
NSW
(02) 9712 8001
http://www.atvautomotive.com.au (http://www.atvautomotive.com.au/)



They are agents and installers for www.MurchisonProducts.com.au (http://www.MurchisonProducts.com.au)

They should be able to sort you out.

As long as Five Dock (Concord) isn't too far for you!

Dave

TRBN8R
21-11-13, 02:28 PM
Also look at http://www.aev-conversions.com/shop/shop-by-category/suspension.html They are a very reputed company and they make kits for RHD. I am running some of their stuff on my JK and can say that the build quality is better than company.... I believe they have a couple of dealers in Australia.... I run Bilstein shocks in my Jeep and am very happy with them. AEV also use Bilsteins but a little different tuning.....

http://www.aev-conversions.com/shop/shop-by-category/suspension/jk-dualsport-sc-suspension.html This Kit appears to be the most complete one supplied with a pro cal module as well to adjust your computer to the new tyre size etc....

Also give Wooders Garage a call or even better a visit.... He can supply a variety of kits suitable for RHD in the height u need.... Furthermore he is a wealth of knowledge and been playing with Jeeps for4 a very long time......

Steve F
21-11-13, 02:30 PM
Wooders or double black are both sponsors and both know their stuff, they'd be who I'd try first.

Cheers
Steve

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Agarwal_rahul
21-11-13, 08:33 PM
Hi Guys

Thanks for the replies and lots of useful links and information, I will start with wooders first and check out the aev kit and will get back with more questions :-)

Cheers
Rahul


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