How to Install Leaf Springs - Bastard Pack Part 2 - Installing the Pack

[@Acoustic1313]

3:37 made me laugh so hard I had tears running down. Absolutely appropriate for that part of the job!!!!! I love the grunt afterwards haha! Great video though!

[@bleepinjeep]

the mustache was the one who came up with the idea for the video, I was just the co-host.

[@saloram990]

I was wondering about that

[@saloram990]

How I order those leaf springs for my 1994 V8 Grand Cherokee 5.2 AWD I been watching your videos for about a year And I think is time to do it myself

[@robertboyd7784]

Best spring change video I have seen, and I have watched them all, thanks. Please make another showing how difficult it is to shave that Fungus off your top lip. I think that U will find it harder to do that than to do a leaf spring change.

[@bleepinjeep]

if its taller than the xj leafs then use em. make up the difference with a taller shackle if you need more lift.

[@FBall-im8ui]

Super Mario! is that a real mustache? I like that you kept the camera still rather than have it stuck to your head and follow your every move, most videos are like that, so good for you. and thanks for that. I have to add a leaf to raise my Safari van and just trying to see how its done, way too much money to get it done in a shop.. love the kicking action on the wrench, mechanics 101, at least I have hope now. thanks again.

[@Doomzdayxx]

You should make a video on installing fake mustaches

[@kennethlindahl9206]

I am mad cuz his mustache looks better than my real one

[@derricksherrill7265]

That is such a prominent mustache. Helped a ton! Thanks!

[@bleepinjeep]

Most shocks Ive seen for the Cherokee are sold for 0-3" of lift, then 3-5 inches of lift(or so). So at 3.5" of lift I am just over the limit and will change them when I get a chance. But it will be just fine for street driving and some mild wheeling for now. I havent driven it yet so I'll have to let you know about the ride.

[@AthensWar64]

Thanks for sharing this tutorial Matt. You just saved me a ton of $$$ from taking it to a shop. A friend and I got it done on a Friday and all it cost us was time and a case of beer. I will be sure to buy one of your shirts

[@MrMrsregor]

love the new stash. this video is awesome as always, thank you for all your hard work, money spent, and the lessons that you teach us

[@98LS1210]

Thank you !!! I thought I was going to have to take a torch to it . But watching you gave me the juice to try again . Boom🎉 got it thank you, now to remove the tow hitch lol

[@bleepinjeep]

you could drill a large hole on the backside big enough for a socket so you could slide a nut in there...

[@bleepinjeep]

that video is up now by the way...

[@bleepinjeep]

depends on budget but I'd get some new leafs, longer shackles, maybe a 1 inch block to get it all back to 6 inches. You could just go with a 6" leaf but that would be pretty stiff, or if money is tight you could bastard pack it but that's be stiff as well. Also, the flat leafs arent much of a problem but 6" blocks are!

[@bleepinjeep]

Thanks, I appreciate the kind words!

[@russtynuts]

Unreal how clean that Jeep is . In Canada you’d be cutting those bolts out . Would be rusted together

[@saloram990]

We take care our vehicles lol

[@bleepinjeep]

Ya, it was really tough and this Jeep was clean... no rust.

[@bleepinjeep]

yep, if you'll watch in the video when I'm taking them out its a PITA. spray it with some sort of penetrating oil and let it sit for a while. Just dont strip it!!!

[@bleepinjeep]

Generally people recommend a SYE at about 4" of lift and higher on the XJ. So no, you dont HAVE to but it is always a good idea if you have the time and $.

[@bleepinjeep]

over 3 inches and yes, you should get longer shocks

[@bleepinjeep]

hey no problem, glad to do it.

[@TheMrc226]

just did mine but I never took off the main leaf from the jeep. Worked great and looks awsom! Thanks for the tips.

[@bleepinjeep]

Colorado is not a rust free state but check it out if you want. A good quote from Dolf De Roos - "The deal of a lifetime comes around every two weeks"

[@Toolingabout]

Love all your videos but if I may make a recommendation. Any bolt that tightens a bushing on your suspension (I.e your leaf springs bolts, your shock bolts, control arms..) you should tighten after you have set the vehicle on the ground and it is under its own weight at ride height. This ensures that they will be in a neutral position at ride height and can articulate through their range of motion without binding up or wearing out prematurely.

[@lol123321123321]

A sway bar reduces body roll when going around corners. On an XJ the front sway bar alone is sufficient. Considering lift packs are stiffer/sturdier than the stock packs. Also, leaf springs don't roll nearly as much as coils, So that puny little rear sway bar is preventing the rear axle from flexing when offroad.

[@bleepinjeep]

no prob, glad to help

[@bleepinjeep]

i hope they will tighten more after break in!!

[@Modded25]

i dont even own a jeep ive got a bronco and a samurai but i still enjoy the videos

[@Bortner369]

Looking good matt. Can't wait to see where you go with it

[@bleepinjeep]

Sure, I just used newer XJ springs because the old ones were shot.

[@bleepinjeep]

you can remove the bumper and cut a square hole into the end of the frame rail from there.... or you can cut out the back and bottom of the frame to get access to the nut. Either way will be a pain in the arse.

[@shaneeudy1798]

Just Wanted to say thanks for this video. It helped a ton! Seriously

[@roblusignan8386]

Great video! This makes me feel a lot more comfortable replacing my springs at home. AND what a glorious mustache!

[@mlsargent51]

You might check some pawn shops for 1/2 inch drive impact wobble sockets. It makes getting onto nuts/bolts like those shackle bolts a LOT easier!

[@bleepinjeep]

Hmmm, you shouldn't need to change the driveshaft for a 2" lift. Either you did something wrong or the leak is an unrelated issue. Is your tire still centered in the wheel well? I doubt its the case but I guess its possible to put the leaf packs back in backwards wich would not be good!

[@masonsboyz]

This is a good idea! I like it but now I have to get a Jeep to do it. You need to help me out with a WJ. I like the older one but I ended up with a WJ.

[@codysk8ter95]

if you tighten the shackles up while the vehicle is in the air and set it down it will have the bushings in a bind and wont be an acurate hight and could tear the bushing if its not in good shape

[@FlamEffect]

Dude, thats awesome!!! Right on.. thanks for the video.. O update.. My XJ is all together.. scared to drive it, but so far its made 60 miles.. do leak, no grinding.. hope im in the clear!

[@nitropanda5620]

Soon as I get a new axle for my MJ, Ill be doing this. THx for the vid!

[@Colbster1995]

I lost you at "bbbbvvvvrrrrrttt"

[@bleepinjeep]

I guess you are new... thats ok, time to watch some of my other videos!!

[@bleepinjeep]

It was just the end of the axleshaft right? If so no worries.

[@FlamEffect]

It was, but it messed up the shims, and the carrier bearing.. My "friend" helped, and then bailed on me. So I had to put it back myself. and since I have no idea on the jeep. I did what I could. But did find out im running 4:11 gears. But i need to find a D44 for sure!!

[@bleepinjeep]

That would be nice but air tools would be no match for how bad those were seized up.

[@bleepinjeep]

yup, luckily it didnt break!

[@damkayaker]

Great video. Just an observation though, at 6:10 you installed that rear bolt facing the opposite way than when you took it out at 3:50.

[@JUANITO5338]

When I heard u fart I laughed so hard that I too farted. Lol. My wife laughed and nearly farted too. Funny. Nice mustache bro. Lol.

[@taylort123]

i had to replay it twice to confirm he ripped ass

[@cicigene]

Quick and easy. Thanks for what you do🤘

[@bleepinjeep]

sure, absolutely

[@bleepinjeep]

But its such an awesome stash!

[@roadking6374]

Love the Videos! Esp the new goucho marks mustache! All kidding aside I have decided to change my wornout springs with heavy duty ones from JC whitney. New bushings too! I'm having a bit of trouble with the front bolts. Popping as I'm removing it. Was wondering if that's normal? I've gotten one side out about 1/4 inch fighting all the way. Round 1 goes to the Jeep!

[@Smokechaser92]

I was already subbed but that mustache and fart was awesome bro. 😎

[@bleepinjeep]

damn, im not sure, maybe if you put a picture up on the BJ Fb I can see it better and we can give better advice,

[@78Protek]

Great video Matt; thanks!

[@bleepinjeep]

I'm pretty sure it was a 94' S-10 truck 2wd.

[@roadking6374]

Ok got the front bolt out much popping but its alright. Had to remove class II hitch to get clearance for rear bolt removal PITA! The Bleepin Jeep is fighting back, both upper mount shock screws broke off after much soak time with Penetrating oil. And I've broken a easy out now as well. Afraid to use heat on left side due to fuel tank and fuel filter in close proximity. Was wondering if you've ever seen floor cutout and bolts/nuts used for top shock mounts??

[@gregson99]

That caterpillar on your upper lip sounded like it sharted @ 3:36

[@sam3d]

3:37 Very nice Muchachio!! Eppico Mustachio BTW.

[@bleepinjeep]

well I got 3.5 inches with stock shackles so 1 inch lift shackles should do the trick.

[@sethbird7792]

So I just did the same thing did it change your pinon angle?

[@DZEyoyo123]

Matt reminds me of Peter Sellers when he was kicking those wrenches. lol

[@liketadied]

Dude,I thought you were Freddy Murcury there for a minute! Great vid!

[@nickf6769]

hahaha the fart was epic!!! great vid!!! keep up the how to vids they are great!!!

[@bleepinjeep]

vacuum leak, 02 sensor, clogged air filter. I would check those things first.

[@wackpackxj]

Oops had it confused with another. The one I'm referring to is 1200 and 160k origin Colorado. I'm tempted lately to hop into something in better shape with less miles.

[@jeepcollector91]

Helps with cornering and body roll on the road but restricts suspension flex offroad.

[@dyldebus]

Great video. Shouldn't you wait until the jeep is back on the ground before tightening the shackle bolts? I had mine a bit too tight and gave a pretty stiff ride.

[@bleepinjeep]

That is a strong possibility

[@GBV1436]

Very useful video - thanks heaps

[@earthling1984]

Not to be rude... but is that mustache fake? Very nice instructional video by the way! Thumbs UP!

[@bleepinjeep]

didnt know that, thanks for the tip.

[@patrickjobling8676]

Well ..that was a bunch of funnins .. and that mow its bigger than ben hur .. and his charriotts 😁jolly good carryon pip pips

[@jake875711]

as always...good stuff...

[@bleepinjeep]

It took me a while to decode this message^. But no, well maybe, for now... one video at a time.

[@JeepaholicNinja]

Hey, nice videos! One thing is that I've heard...(I am NOT an expert)...That it's easier on bushings to tighten the springs with the weight of the jeep on them...Also, do you tighten the shackle again?

[@wackpackxj]

Craigslist Boston 92 two door $600 160k originally from somewhere dry. I forget where. Add says no rust. It's like 2 hours away.

[@davidsquall351]

Helpful video. I feel your pain on the rear shackle bolt :)

[@bleepinjeep]

No prob!

[@Cjansen087]

I was the lucky one. When we went and took out my rear shakles to replace them. The weld nut snapped in the frame. Now its all sorts of jacked up. Any sugestions on how to fix this?

[@bleepinjeep]

Maybe after I upgrade to the 8.8

[@jeepxjyj]

love this dude

[@tlgrimmy]

Thanks for all of the great videos! I picked up a '98 cherokee with a 6" lift on 33s, but the back has the original leaf springs (that sagged down to flat) with a huge block for the lift. I'd like to replace these without spending a ton of money. What would you recommend. Thanks!

[@dsatchmo]

that moose=stash had ,e laughing so hard i could not concentrate. Dude WtF that was so funny...

[@ArcticBlues1]

Good Job! You are Hird!

[@patjohnson3024]

Great job

[@jacobtubbs9318]

Did you put on extended bump stops? Also, I like the flat black look on your jeep. Did you paint this yourself? If so, do you have a how to video of it? Thanks.

[@PaYankee99]

I noticed you reversed the bolts just like I did.

[@bleepinjeep]

how much lift did you add?? you could drop the transfer case but that isnt a very good offroad solution.

[@KeliBaB]

Thanks Matt

[@Lonewlf7676]

Got some new Crown leaf spring packs and Energy Suspension bushings for the GF's '99 Cherokee. Any pearls of wisdom on not snapping the forward spring eye bolt and upper shackle bolt when taking things apart? I've already sprayed everything down with PB Blaster,.. and will again for the next few days. Anything else to keep from breaking things off in those weld nuts would be appreciated.

[@bleepinjeep]

Lonewlf7676 hmmm, cross your fingers... I would think a big breaker bar and slow movement would be less potential to break them or strip them than an impact but that's just speculation.

[@chrisdorsey4412]

I'm getting into the jeep hobby and was wondering.... Could I combine this with a 4.5 inch rough country lift kit?

[@KC9UBR]

Really good videos that are informative and easy to understand....but loose the 'stash...

[@bleepinjeep]

not really, i do have a problem with my floorboards melting though

[@reptilion590]

ever have any problems with the rubber exhaust hanger heating up and smelling like burnt rubber?

[@austinchevyfan]

im putting a lift on my jeep same as yours and my front leaf spring bolts i had to cut them off they wouldnt break loose with a breaker bar or a impact so now there flush with the frame. what do i do because i no that there is a welded nut to the inside of the frame. help bleepinjeep

[@bleepinjeep]

a V8? I'll have to make a video

[@kevinfoster6445]

What is the size of the nuts on the u-bolts? I tried 3/4" and the wrench and socket was too big. I have a 2000 cherokee sport with completely destroyed rear springs.

[@Mrdirtysanchezstick]

Where did you anchor down the strap to budge the Axle?????? Tree maybe???

[@bleepinjeep]

The body of the jeep

[@Yesterdayslunch90]

Hey Matt thanks for the video! Quick question. I just bought my first jeep (1990 cherokee 4x4). It is burning really rich and doesn't idle smoothly. The previous owner said it needs a map sensor. I replaced that and it helped a little bit but it's still not right. Any idea what could be causing it?

[@chris1671]

Does removing the sway bar help the differential go down more?

[@mlsargent51]

Guess I'm spoiled.. lol Snap-On makes a heck of a gun.. Not much it can't break loose. (When your old like me, ya need all the extra help you can get!! LOL)