Jeep Wrangler YJ Rubicon Express 2.5" Suspension System w/ Twin Shocks (1987-1995) Review & Install

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Add a small lift, but large enough to ride the trails with your Wrangler using this Express 2.5" Suspension System with Twin Shocks. This suspension system is engineered with heavy-duty absorbent shocks and leaf springs helping your Jeep deliver a smoother ride that conforms better. terrain.jp/2AL...
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[@abnormaltexan]

ExtremeTerrain.com how much longer are the new shocks? I need new shocks for my yj and i bought it with this kit already on it. It also has a 3” body lift will that affect the shock length too?!?

[@rickyhino2367]

Will stock shackles work with this application?

[@rickyhino2367]

Will stock shackles work with this application?

[@rickyhino2367]

Will stock shackles work on this application

[@gregchiropolos9885]

Nice video but never tighten spring ends until the Jeep is sitting on the ground. Another thing I’ve never had this kinda luck working on a rusty Vehicle, always getting the torch the Sawzall and a BFH.

[@bh7480]

That jeep is rusting away . Well done thanks for the very informative and well recorded an edited installation🤘

[@DustinEddo]

Thank you for this Ryan. You helped make my install very easy. You do an awesome job describing what needs to be done.

[@extremeterrain]

Thank you for watching and for the kind words, Dustin! -Zach

[@jeepcollector91]

Nicely done. I installed the Rubicon Express 2.5" suspension on my '91 YJ back in 2012. It has been great so far. I didn't use the front brake hard line extensions that came with the kit and opted to install longer flexible brake lines instead. Also didn't reinstall the front track bar. I did install a dropped pitman arm (stock XJ pitman arm). I did use the rear shock relocation brackets until I swapped in an XJ Dana-44 rear axle. I now have a shock mounting stud welded on the spring plates.

[@TheGeneral-vi2np]

JeepYJ91 did you have to make the rear of the jeep bigger

[@wesbarcus3761]

Rubicon express leaf springs are made overseas, not in U. S. Not as good as they used to be. Broke main leaf at little sluice on Rubicon 3 years ago. B D S or Allen are manufactured in U. S. If you plan on using them hard, find out if they have gone back to American materials. Very good video on how to do this install. You don't really need the track bars with leaf springs. Consider them optional.

[@wesbarcus3761]

Alcan springs made in U. S. A

[@erneallouietang3644]

where the hell is the jeep came from. why is the under chases looks like that

[@extremeterrain]

After 20 or more years of Pennsylvania road salt, finding an old Jeep thats rust free is a little hard here! Thanks for watching! -Zach

[@greenleader138]

@@extremeterrain finding a new Jeep that's rust free is just as hard.

[@TheReddragonB]

Nice!! welded the sway bar pins the wrong way

[@paleo704]

Seriously ?

[@joshnasche5495]

Can't wait to fix up my YJ wangler. And glad to see yall finally worked on a YJ wangler 😁👍 can't wait to see more things for the YJ yall got.

[@MikeJadoon]

did extreme terrain ever answer what type of replacement shackles were used? I bought this lift kit from them, and factor stock rear shackles won't work.

[@BrandenFarmer]

I'm looking at this lift and the Rough Country and lift and my obvious question is why does it seem like there is so much more additional stuff to do and install on this lift versus the RC lift? Is the RC not factoring in all these are things you need to replace or this just optional stuff to make the RE lift "better"?

[@extremeterrain]

Both are sold options! But the RoughCountry lift is definitely a bit more bare bones. This RubiconExpress lift will come with extra accessories to make things a little more complete overall like the transfer case drop kit and degree shims to keep your driveline angles in check, brake line extensions, a front track bar bracket to keep your axle centered and quick disconnecting sway bar links. You could always purchase the Rough Country lift if you plan taking care of your driveline angles and track bar differently (by getting a slip-yoke eliminator kit and new driveshaft, get getting an adjustable track bar instead of using brackets), but this RE kit does a nice job of including solutions as part of this kit. Hope this helps! -Zach

[@BrandenFarmer]

@@extremeterrain So can I put the RC lift on and be good? Or is it an incomplete lift and I will need to buy extra stuff?

[@extremeterrain]

@@BrandenFarmer I wouldn't call the RoughCountry lift incomplete, since you can run a YJ with it and things will work fine. But *personally* I would recommend getting something like the RubiconExpress because it is more complete in comparison. Having those extra bits will really help you in the long-term and prevent any issues from popping up like death wobble or driveline vibrations. -Zach

[@ericrhernandez]

how large are the tires in this video?

[@daryantodaryanto504]

unfortunately... international shipping unavailable and can not fit right hand side steering....My Yj desperately needs some make up.. :(

[@rickyhino2367]

I'm having a hell of time hooking up my axle hangers, there going in crooked! No thread on the nuts on the back and there crooked, should I loosen up the other side and roll the axle , been on this 2 days and haven't got 1 axle hanger in yet . I need help

[@patrickkaerne3999]

Holy tetnis shot Batman

[@extremeterrain]

Gotta love YJs. 😅 -Zach

[@oscarwinner2034]

Jeep is rusted to death... yet installs Chinese made bolts without anti-seize? oof.

[@fideldiaz5931]

kill the noise/ music🤬☠😖

[@JC-gn3le]

This is a great video! just got the install done but had a question. I noticed you didn't replace the rear trackbar. Do I need to put it back on? Do I need an extension? Thanks.

[@bradyrodgers1731]

I noticed at 18:50 when you are tightening the transmission mount bolts that the torque bolt is missing from the skid plate up to the tranny mount. Wondering about that.

[@jackrussellville]

I have 31's now on a totally stock YJ , no rub in suspension or turning

[@christhornton8219]

I put this kit on about a year ago. Absolutely love the stance, the look, and the ride. I had 31" tires on it initially, but they looked too small after the lift. So, I upgraded to 33"s, and now it looks perfect. I removed the trackbars, both front and rear- vastly improved the ride. Overall, great quality kit. Can't recommend it enough.

[@extremeterrain]

Rubicon Express *does* make some great stuff! Thanks for the review and thanks for watching! -Zach

[@outsidewithdj]

Do 33s rub with this kit? Looking for a lift kit and don’t know what lift to go with

[@christhornton8219]

@@outsidewithdj they don’t. I’ve had 33x10.5x15 BFG all terrains on it and had no problems. I also just put 33” mud tires on it. Again, no worries.

[@outsidewithdj]

@@christhornton8219 thanks ! And how is off roading ? I want a lift but I don’t want a lift too big I feel like 2 and a half inch would be perfect

[@paulmansodumbuya2226]

Thanks for your educative videos. However, I have water pump problem with my Jeep Wrangler YJ 87 - 95. What advice can you give me?

[@TheReddragonB]

they last 100000 km to 150000 km (1000000 miles) just change it

[@driftking274]

What shackles are used in this video?

[@jimbob2422]

You don’t need track bars with leaf spring suspensions

[@jameshyatt1514]

Go tow a gooseneck with a 99-03 Super Duty with no trackbar

[@شمري-ط1غ]

وووو

[@edwintolentino5862]

What shackles did you use

[@rickyhino2367]

Will the stock shackles work with this application?

[@oscarwinner2034]

Yes.

[@huntersmith4153]

Is completing this possible without welding?

[@franky6181]

Theres literally no welding involved in lifting jeeps.... unless you do a spring over axle lift

[@MrJaxalope]

@@franky6181 he had to weld on the bracket for the front sway bars

[@franky6181]

@@MrJaxalope most ppl ditch that sway bar but to each his own on their build

[@MrJaxalope]

@@franky6181 am I right in seeing that most kits just come with a longer non qd sway bar that doesn’t need to be welded... just mounts in the stock location?

[@franky6181]

@@MrJaxalope I'm not sure on that but i believe so. Most yjs i see don't even have the sway bars on them unless they're restorations or dealer sales. I noticed hardly any difference in driveability with my yj on a 4" lift. I also replaced pretty much everything underneath though.

[@ericrhernandez]

will 31s look very small with the lift?

[@extremeterrain]

I don't think so! 31's paired up with 2.5" of lift is a great combination for YJs. Anything larger tire-wise and you'll likely run into rubbing and clearance issues. If you want to run 33" tires, I would recommend looking into a larger 3.5" or 4" lift kit. -Zach

[@timeless6964]

IF I Follow Your Instructions, Can I DO This Job In 40 Minutes??

[@oscarwinner2034]

39 if you use the proper air tools.

[@subsnovideos-ot5du]

Why did he move the break line