Jeep Cherokee - Rough Country Lift Kit Installation

This video covers all the steps needed to install the Rough Country Lift Kit/Levelling Kit, which provides a 2 inch lift for your Jeep Cherokee. It covers model years 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019, which is the KL models. It has a 2 inch lift in the front, and close to 1 inch lift (roughly) in the year, to give a balanced ride height, instead of the slightly forward lean on the stock suspension, so it is more of a levelling kit, but does provide total lift. This shows all tools and steps needed.
***Important note****
at 31:28, I note that the bolt on the left has no washer, and the one of the right does. This is incorrect, you actually put the washer on the left bolt in the video, and no washer on the right bolt. If you can get the opportunity, it may be a good idea to purchase a pair of grade 8, 9/16" Flat Washers and use the washers on both bolts. Thank you @peanutbuttercrunch for catching this for me.
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Tools
-Jack
-Jack Stands
-Hammer
-Torque Wrench
-Pry Bar
-5mm Allen Key
-13/16 Socket
-19mm Socket
-7/8 Socket
-e14 Socket
-5/8 Socket
-18mm Socket
-11/16 Socket
-ratchets
-extensions
-Flat Head Screwdriver
-Punch
-13/16 Wrench
-18mm Wrench
-15mm Wrench
-grease
-Wheel Chock
-Drill
-15/32 Drill Bit
-Impact Gun
-Rough Country Lift Kit
Disclaimer
I assume no liability for property or vehicular damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. I recommend safe practices when working with any and all tools, including but not limited to electrical tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, any lifting apparatus, including jacks, jack stands, and automotive lifts, manual tools, chemicals, lubricants, and any other instruments used within the video. Due to factors beyond my control, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of all above mentioned tools or equipment, or any other items mentioned above, and all information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not myself or Nexus Auto. Caution is advised and any practices by the viewer is at user descretion. Any tool or part recommendations or links are given for informational purposes only and it should be assumed to be bought at your own risk. I or Nexus Auto assumes no liability for any damages, premature part failures, or incorrect parts made from purchases made online, including but not limited to tools, parts, instruments, jacks, chemicals, lubricants, etc.

[@frankdaloia8564]

one of the best "how to" videos I've ever seen!

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome, thanks. I really appreciate that feedback

[@rrb4kids1]

Best video on KZbin for the Rough Country Lift kit and the Jeep Cherokee, bar none. I have to say however, that you nailed it when you mentioned that the directions have it wrong on which one goes on the passenger side and which goes on the drivers side. If you are watching this for the first time tho, the washers on the bolts and nuts that hold the clamps to the strut need to be different as somebody else pointed out in comments below. Two washers and the side that clamps to the strut (front and back) and one that goes to just the clamp per the instructions (which are not clear). From the instruction sheet - "You will not use a flat washer on the bolt head side of the bolt that does not capture the factory bracket." Also, I had major problems getting the separation to put the front brackets in. What I ended up doing was using a bottle jack between the strut and the wheel assembly. Even with that I had to play around with it. Total time for me to install both front and back was about 4 - 5 hours.

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks for the great feedback and information! I really appreciate it. I'm with you on these instructions...much of it isn't as clear as it should be. Thanks for watching!

[@jkmarshall3553]

Probably the best DIY automotive video on the web! Thanks for not assuming we know to perform a step here and there and skipping it like so many other DIY videos do. Nothing more frustrating than that. Again, awesome! Thanks!!

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, I very much appreciate the feedback. I believe that people watching these videos will have different skill sets, so might as well make them as complete as possible, and if someone already knows 'x' procedure, they can just skip over it. Thanks for watching!

[@modsled70]

Great video! I appreciate the extra time you took to show the details of the installation. It's great to know what to expect, prior to getting into my own. 👍

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. I know it is a longer, thorough video, but I agree, it is good to know what you are getting into. Thanks for the great feedback, appreciate it.

[@ritchiemarsteller8884]

How can you NOT like this video. you did such an OUTSTANDING job! step by step, all the way through. This was totally AWESOME!. ( And you were so calm through the whole process 😂)

[@NexusAuto]

Wow! Thanks! That is fantastic feedback. I appreciate it 100%. Thanks for watching!

[@jkeithv65]

Great video, thank you! Love your attitude and detailed steps. I ordered the MFC 2" kit for my 2019 TH, but it always helps to watch various vids to get good general tips!

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. Glad to hear the tips helped out, even with the MFC kit. Thanks for the great feedback

[@stevegrosso5798]

Thanks for this video! The Rough Country instructions were hard to follow and had a lot of inaccurate information. Your instructions were spot on and made the install quite easy! Well done!!

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks! Really appreciate it. Glad to hear the video helped get the job done.

[@MalibuSignshop]

I very much enjoyed this video. I liked how you showed what you were going to do before you did it, then actually did it. It was also great that you know your stuff. It was perfect.

[@NexusAuto]

That's awesome news, thanks for the great feedback. Glad the video was enjoyable

[@fordpowersmoke2725]

Doing this this weekend. Your video assured me it should go smoothly. Thanks!

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all! Glad the video was helpful. Good luck, hope it goes well!

[@lulumylove1234]

You have no idea how much this video helped me. Just installed mine and without your video, I would taken all day.

[@NexusAuto]

That's fantastic news. Really happy to hear of your success! Thanks for the feedback!

[@torsteinnevels113]

Great video, especially all the little tips that the instructions don't include. You set my mind at ease on how to tackle this project for my KL. Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks for the great feedback. That is good news to hear. Glad to hear the video was helpful.

[@patmckelvey]

Hey man great step by step process. Thank you I'm a very visual learner and appreciate you taking time to make this! God Bless!

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. I am the same way. Glad to hear the video helped

[@Smokey0284]

Good job. Plenty of detail without repeating yourself. Its the worst when people keep saying "like i said" and say the same thing 3 or 4 times. Our Patriot FD2 just got totaled. Hit and run. Theyre hauling it off tomorrow. Trying to decide between a 14-18 Cherokee Trailhawk or a 19 Compass Trailhawk. Already researching mods.

[@NexusAuto]

I agree there! I can ramble sometimes, so I try to not repeat myself too lol. It is very frustrating in other videos for sure! Sorry to hear about your Patriot, and glad to hear you are still here. Such a piss off...hit and runs. Patriots are nice SUVs. You have a tough decision there...I know the owner of this vehicle swears by his 2018 Cherokee Trailhawk...he would get nothing else (not to influence your decision lol). Hopefully you get something solid soon.

[@MoonKnight7465]

Outstanding!! This is something I’m planning on in the near future and this was already a tremendous help!!!!

[@NexusAuto]

Great news! Glad to hear the video was helpful! Your Cherokee will look great when done! Thanks for watching!

[@raeanker3078]

Thanks for the great video mate ,that has to be one of the more clear ,and precise how to videos I've ever watched ,you explained each step ,and your camera angles were spot on ,you put a lot of the big channels to shame .My wife tricked me into trading my TJ wrangler for a Cherokee limited ,and after finding your video I'm going to install the lift kit on on mine .Cheers from down under.

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome, thanks for the great comments and feedback! I really appreciate it! Interesting move, going from the TJ to the Cherokee, but you know, all the people I know who own them really like them, so that says something. Enjoy the lift kit...drop me a line after your done and let me know how it goes! Thanks again, and cheers!

[@raeanker3078]

G'day mate yes I will definitely do that ,as for my TJ ,yes I regret getting rid of it but she got me at a weak moment ,their experts at that ,and as the saying goes happy wife happy life ,look forward to watching new videos from your channel ,cheers mate from down under.

[@NexusAuto]

@@raeanker3078 Happy wife, happy life for sure! Don't I know it lol. There will be more videos in the future for sure! Looking forward to hearing about your results on this kit.

[@danielschiller7834]

Exactly what I was looking for to help with my install. Great video, thanks for the help.

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome news...glad to hear. Thanks for watching!

[@les937]

Just put my lift kit on yesterday and your video was a godsend thanks so much !

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome news! Glad it helped get the job done. Enjoy the new lift kit!

[@justinburnett7718]

Thank you for the video, very descriptive and shows everthing that needed to be seen, thank you it help me put my lift on very easy!

[@NexusAuto]

Great news. Glad to hear the video was helpful and you got the job done! Thanks for the awesome feedback!

[@Walkbyfaith4486]

Awesome video! Appreciate the attention to detail. I never comment on videos but you sir deserve props

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks!! I really appreciate the feedback and you taking the time to comment! Have a happy new year!

[@CampTherapy]

BEST informative video on this install. Well done man. Tons of useful tips. Imma go ahead and order mine based on this. Not too hard it seems. 2 man job fer sure. Thanks!

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. Glad to hear the video was helpful. Let me know how it goes after the install is done.

[@alvinsanchez2918]

Awesome video! I Just install the rough county leveling kit today and your video was very helpful, thank you

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome news! Glad the video was helpful. Enjoy the new lifted Jeep! It is a lot of fun to drive!

[@alvinsanchez2918]

@@NexusAuto yes it's now leveled and looks so much better, next new tires I'm thinking 235/65/17 not too much bigger I don't want it to affect my mpgs too much. Any recommendations?

[@NexusAuto]

@@alvinsanchez2918 unfortunately, no particular recommendations from personal experience. I can tell you that The owner of this Jeep went to KO2 tires, which look amazing and he loves the drive. But he came back as it was rubbing the inner fender wall and I had to shave down the metal underneath and reform the plastic fender wall. He loves those tires, and from what I understand, many Cherokee owners do. I would recommend those tires, but be prepared to have to do some slight modifications.

[@alvinsanchez2918]

@@NexusAuto thank you

[@robertagnew8813]

Very educational! No details left behind thank you!

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome! Glad the video was helpful! Appreciate the comments!

[@RageAgainstDEMachine]

Great video, thanks for taking the time to explain the differences in the instructions with what is actually there.

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all! Glad to hear the video details were helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@Hamwallet4]

Your a lifesaver. Didn’t know if I wanted to get a lift kit but after watching this video I’m be able to do it no problem

[@NexusAuto]

That's awesome news. Glad to hear you are going for it. It is a bit of a tricky project, but with the video and Rough Country instructions, I am sure you will be on your way to a mint lifted Jeep!

[@tonyfield4267]

Thanks for the video . Lot of good tips , the job went well with no problems.

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome news! Glad the video was helpful. Enjoy your new lifted Cherokee!

[@hisheirs]

Your efforts here are very much appreciated. About to take on this task. You've likely saved me hours of frustration. THANK YOU.

[@hisheirs]

Easy peasy

[@NexusAuto]

@@hisheirs Awesome news. Happy to hear the video helped out and you got the lift kit installed without a hitch. Thanks for the great feedback. Much appreciated.

[@onebreath210]

Just did my lift last night. Your video helped a lot! Pretty smooth install

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome news! Great to hear the video was helpful and everything went well

[@PhillyChease81]

Video saved. Phenomenal video. No bs filler or lengthy explanations of crap we don’t need to know. Detail for the sake of information and no wasted time.

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome feedback, thank you. Very much appreciated. Glad to hear the video was exactly as needed.

[@kendrake28]

Very good video!! Very detailed from beginning to end!!

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome, thanks for the great feedback. Hopefully the video helps you get a lift kit installed too!

[@ChrisClabo]

This is awesome!!! Super helpful, thanks for the video!

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. Glad the video helped out!

[@charlieg.6242]

Great job, very detailed, instructional video. Well done.

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome, thanks for the great feedback! Appreciate it!

[@gonebyrv9748]

Excellent instructional video. Gave me the confidence to give it a go.

[@NexusAuto]

Great news! Glad the video was helpful! Hope it all goes well (I'm confident it will!)

[@ticenits2967]

Great video! Installing mine tomorrow.

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks! Appreciate it. Good luck on the install!

[@jimkrug2586]

Thanks for the simple but detailed installation video. I have this kit on the way for my Cherokee and this really explained the full installation. I'm pretty confident now that I can handle the install myself with ease.

[@NexusAuto]

That's awesome news. Glad you found this video and it helped out. Appreciate the feedback

[@micahmetje2970]

Dude soooo helpful! just completed mine step by step by watching this video!

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome news, glad it as helpful! Enjoy your newly lifted ride!

[@chrisw2805]

Great video, helped with my install!

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome news! Glad the install went well. Thanks for the great feedback!

[@learningtofishkeep665]

Thank you for making this video. I will be installing this exact kit on my Jeep with my dad. Great detailed video! 👍

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. Glad you found the video, and that it will be helpful. Love to hear about family projects too! Good luck, drop a line and let me know how it went.

[@learningtofishkeep665]

Nexus Auto I will let you know. The only part that makes me nervous is the drilling part lol

[@NexusAuto]

@@learningtofishkeep665 I get that for sure. It is a bit tricky, but just take your time with it, and you guys will be good to go. Looking forward to hearing about the results!

[@learningtofishkeep665]

Nexus Auto thanks again for this video man. It was so smooth when we did it. My Jeep looks so much better with the lift! 👍

[@NexusAuto]

@@learningtofishkeep665 Awesome! Glad to hear it all went smooth! Looks amazing, I bet. Watch your clearances now. The owner of the jeep had some parking issues in his underground parking area LOL. Happy to hear the vid was helpful!

[@jordanvaughan8808]

great job on the video man. definitely going to get myself a lift kit for mine!

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome news. Great to hear you will get one! Enjoy!

[@jordanvaughan8808]

@@NexusAuto just ordered today and will be in tomorrow. guess what my weekend plans are...

[@NexusAuto]

@@jordanvaughan8808 Hey hey, I don't think I have to guess on this one! Sounds like you got a great weekend project going! Let me know how it goes

[@johnmillikin6845]

Good video. I might have to lift mine now, thanks a lot!

[@NexusAuto]

LOL What can I say? This video is a good enabler. I guess it's time to get that lift!

[@timkita9991]

Great video. A lot easier to see it done before I try it myself.

[@NexusAuto]

Glad to hear the video will help out with the job. Thanks for watching.

[@JonBecker81]

My exhaust has the black marks on it too. I think all of the mufflers on the cherokees leak exhaust at that same point. Also great video! I really appreciate the work and effort you put into this.

[@NexusAuto]

Hmmm good point. I wonder if that is a common leak. Wouldn't be surprised, since both cars have a similar issue. And no problem on the video...glad it was helpful. Thanks, Appreciate it!

[@armysgtrandom3555]

Just did my lift kit today based off this video, it 100% made it possible.. thank you my friend... also i would fully recommend for someone in the future who is going to do their lift make you you have a ratchet wrench for the control arm.. woulda saved me a ton of time 🙃

[@NexusAuto]

That is awesome news. Glad to hear the video was helpful and you got it done! Great stuff. Agree with the ratchet wrench too!

[@danzemke3283]

After you installed the lift has it changed your ride comfort or anything like that

[@NexusAuto]

@@danzemke3283 I suppose this is subjective, but as per the owner of this Jeep, he advised it drives pretty close to how it was when he got it from the factory. I think trim will make a difference, as even a base model compared to a Trailhawk like in this video handles differently.

[@lastmanstanding1767]

Great video 👌 Very informative, very professional.😎👍

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks. I appreciate the feedback.

[@ironmike2798]

Awesome job you convinced me to do this.

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome stuff! Looking forward to hearing how the install goes. The owner has been using it a couple of years now and still loves it. He goes off trail and everything.

[@Levelscorpion]

Awesome details on the video

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks...appreciate it! Hope it helps out!

[@peterreed4692]

Hey there Brother, that was an Awesome Video 👌 Thank you so very much From us Down Under in Australia 🇦🇺 Cheers 🍻 Mate

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all! Awesome to hear from you! Cheers from Canada! 🍻

[@TheAcadiandude]

Awesome video and very instructive.

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks! Appreciate the great feedback. Thanks for watching!

[@RedneckSamurai126]

i mostly liked it cause you have the same voice as my buddys voice haha. good shit brother!

[@NexusAuto]

LOL thanks, I'll take it :D Glad to hear the video was good!

[@chrisrapp9721]

Awesome job. Thank you

[@xTeknoWolfx]

Thanks for the video! The brother and I just followed your guide and got'r done.

[@NexusAuto]

That's awesome news. Glad to hear the video helped out. Thanks for the great feedback

[@111WashingtonSt]

Good job on the informative video. Thanks.

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, much appreciated. Glad it will be helpful

[@jeannuaman7955]

Thanks alot for the great video

[@rigoneri5394]

Super helpful!! Thank you sir!!!

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all!

[@douggeno9034]

You are your video are awesome! Thank you so much!

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. Thanks for the great feedback

[@pyepye111]

Thanks for the video. Installed the lift kit today and the only reason i did it myself was because your video was super helpful. I found the front lift was much easier and even torquing the bolts to 130ft-lbs. just used a long breaker bar wedged against the lower control arm. I had a lot of trouble with the rear and trying to align the bolt through the bushings. Probably took me 45 minutes for each side on this one step. Anyways just writing this so other people know and thanks again for this great video! Lift looks amazing! Oh my car/alignment seems to be pulling to the right now. Let me know if you have a DIY alignment tutorial. Thanks!

[@NexusAuto]

Hey...thanks for the great feedback! Appreciate it! Also, thanks for leaving your feedback on the job...it will no doubt be helpful for those who will be doing this in the future as well. Unfortunately, I don't have a DIY alignment video. Hope you get that fixed up asap. Thanks for watching and glad the video helped out with getting this done.

[@royb776]

Super helpful & direct thank you

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. Glad to hear the video helps out

[@jorgecepedavillagran7398]

Very clear step by step lot of tips thnks

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, much appreciated. Glad the video helped out

[@steveallan2819]

Well done mate good video.

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, appreciate it.

[@fordfiveohh]

I put this on my Cherokee Trailhawk... Total game changer... The bumper used to come pretty close to scraping some things in ruts.... I feel like it's never going to scrape anything now

[@NexusAuto]

It is pretty awesome. The owner of this Jeep does trails often and says he has 0 issues. I agree, definitely a game changer

[@gilbertogonzalez3238]

awesome! now i need to find the parts to buy.

[@NexusAuto]

Yeah that's the tricky part...especially at a good price. Happy to hear the video was great...thanks!

[@chuckaluck123]

Good job. Good video. Thanks!

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome! Thanks for the great feedback! Appreciate it!

[@ponz7989]

Superb video!!!!

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, much appreciated

[@Bradenthor]

Thanks for the vid, a Tip on the rear control arm bolts is to use that long screwdriver through the bolt hole to align the two sides with the bushing, then you can pass the bolt through. Beating on the bolt to get it through has a chance to damage the threads on the bolt. For the front strut extenders bolt torque, get the wrench you are using on the back side wedged against the control arm, therefor you wont need a 3rd hand to hold it, and you can apply enough torque on the nut.

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks for the tips, and glad the video was helpful

[@augustrolon4224]

Nice job I'm going to do it my self thx help out alot

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. Glad to hear the video will help get the job done. Thanks for the feedback.

[@mikejung3908]

A before and after would be good, on this lift, other than that the video was clear and easy to understand, thank you for your time and effort❤️👍

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. I really should have done that before and after...many have requested it, but I never thought of it at the time. Thanks for the great feedback!

[@pigybak]

The best “how to” video!!!

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks! That's awesome! Appreciate it, and glad the video is helpful!

[@JF-lt5zc]

Fantastic video! I got half way through before I realized that you were working on a Cherokee, not the Grand Cherokee! I'm going to need you to buy a GC and lift kit so you can do a video on that before I do mine. ;)

[@NexusAuto]

LOL I will definitely look into getting a grand Cherokee and lift kit! Glad to see you enjoyed the video, even if it is for the Cherokee and not your platform. Hey, you never know, maybe I will get someone who will bring me a GC one day! Thanks for the great feedback! :)

[@Caissie557]

Personally, I am not mechanically inclined to do a job like this, I’m more experienced with smaller engines like chain saws and backpack blowers, got my Jeep in the shop getting this lift kit on. Cannot wait to have it done!

[@NexusAuto]

I can appreciate that for sure...nothing wrong with knowing your strengths an working within them. At least you can get a feel for what the shop will put into getting it installed. Enjoy the new lift kit! The owner of this jeep loves it to this day!

[@cody7031]

Awesome video!!!!

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks! Awesome feedback!! 👍🏾

[@TCJC1213]

great job i will be doing it on my cherokee

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome. Hope it all goes well! Thanks for watching

[@les937]

Great video I’m sure glad I watched before installing my lift kit... very informative!!!!

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, appreciate the great feedback. Glad the video helped out

[@willdogg0705]

great vid bro very descriptive its gonna help a lot

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome, glad to hear it will help! Thanks for watching!

[@willdogg0705]

@@NexusAuto gonna start my lift this week ill let you know how it went

[@NexusAuto]

@@willdogg0705 definitely keep me posted! Looking forward to hearing about the results+

[@willdogg0705]

@@NexusAuto got the lift on today. definitely helps to have another set of hands. I had my buddy stand on the rotor to help push the knuckle down and it made it a fast process. thanks again for the vid it helped a lot

[@NexusAuto]

@@willdogg0705 No problem at all. Glad to hear the job went well. A second set of hands is a definite plus! Thanks for the great feedback! Enjoy your new ride height! :)

[@dashriprock1780]

Great video, I just subscribed.

[@NexusAuto]

Awesome! Thanks for subbing! Appreciate it!

[@fredyrosales9600]

🎉🎉great instruction’s thanks

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all!

[@casperseibel7865]

Did mine last night use a bottle jack to push the front arms down works great

[@NexusAuto]

Bottle jack is a great idea! Glad to hear you got the kit installed.

[@casperseibel7865]

How did everyone's rubber break lines fit after

[@NexusAuto]

@@casperseibel7865 Can't speak for everyone, but after the small struggles you see in the video, everything has been fine. I completed this in 2019, and had the owner back in 2020 and rechecked everything. All nuts and bolts were still secure, and brake lines still holding strong. Hopefully you will get other perspectives from viewers as well.

[@davidsargood3228]

Dude, you need some power tools! Thanks for taking the time to film this. I just purchased a Cherokee and am going to lift it a bit. I have power tools!

[@NexusAuto]

You are the second person to say that in 2 days LOL. I have power tools...lots of them. But when I make these videos, I try and avoid using them as many people watching these videos may not have power tools. I try and make it as simple as possible while sticking to the instructions. Now, if I am working on something on my own...different story

[@scottiadonisi7964]

Awesome video man,. Headed out to do wife's jeep

[@NexusAuto]

Great news...glad the video was helpful. Hopefully the lift kit install goes well for ya

[@GongshowGarage]

Great Great job my friend we can tell you got mopar blood!

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks! Mopar is in my veins, but to be fair, many other car manufacturers flow through too! 😂😂

[@peanutbuttercrunch]

This is such a great video; it helped tremendously. Thank you! But you did make a mistake that I didn't catch until after full assembly. (On front strut) at 31:28, you placed the bolt through the factory bracket and both pieces of the strut spacer, then placed a washer, then the nut (but the other side of the spacer, you used both washers). This effectively places the bolt head's hex directly against the factory strut bracket, which was the old large oblong slot for the brake line grommet, and is thin stamped steel. The washer actually needs to go against that area for support. Rough Country instructions specify, "You will not use a flat washer on the bolt head side of the bolt that DOES NOT CAPTURE the factory bracket." That's because the spacer plates are a thicker material with tighter holes, and a washer is unnecessary, except for the turning (or nut) side for friction and preventing marring. Regardless, Rough Country's instructions are awful and wrong, as you gratefully demonstrated.

[@NexusAuto]

Hi, thanks for the awesome feedback and great comment. Very much appreciated. Upon review, there is no doubt that you are right. I think, at the time, the confusion with the brackets also threw me off, and I did in fact put that washer on the wrong bolt. Great catch! I will adjust this for the owner the next time I see him. in the meantime, I have also added this point to the description in my video. I thank you for the feedback and appreciate the respect in how you responded!

[@peanutbuttercrunch]

@@NexusAuto For the update, I would actually just purchase 2 additional grade 8, 9/16" Flat Washers and use them on all bolt heads and nuts, so you don't have to remove the other bolt. Rough Country saved a whole 50¢ per kit? Also, they used a double-negative in their instructions which were backward to start with, so we can't complain. Thanks again for your fantastic video and passion for helping 1,000 total strangers save hours and headaches. I also used zero grease, but did clean the bolt holes and took a very light grind on the strut spacers' mating surfaces to true-up the connection of the clamping action. All went on easy and could rotate smoothly.

[@NexusAuto]

@@peanutbuttercrunch That's great news. Very precise work. I agree as well...why not just include the 2 extra washers? Such a stupid cut to costs. I agree with your assessment, and I will add the washer details. Thanks again, and no problem on the video. Really just happy it has helped people out.

[@DIRTY-4PLAY]

Thank you very much

[@NexusAuto]

No problem

[@davebruzdzinski424]

Just a helpful tip, break and torque the nut, not the bolt. Just passing knowledge an aviation mechanic, Great video!

[@NexusAuto]

Very true, and I should have shown that. Thanks for pointing that out, great tip for future viewers. Thanks for watching too!

[@littlenewby69]

Thumbs up. A little shot of silicone spray on the brake hose and wheel speed sensor grommets might make them easier to get into the new thicker brackets. That white grease or some Vaseline would probably work too.

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, glad the video was helpful. Funny thing is, I never even thought of lubricants when putting it all together. That is a great point, and a helpful tip for future videos. Thanks for posting!

[@snyper1401]

Good job.

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks! Appreciate it! Glad the video helps out!

[@trevorshiffler4079]

Thank god for power tools

[@NexusAuto]

Tell me about it! What a difference power tools they made

[@shaneraber3072]

Thank you helped me greatly doing my daughter's lift.

[@NexusAuto]

No problem at all. Glad to hear it helped out. That's awesome news!

[@patharrison8444]

Great video. I'm going to do mine in about a month. FYI, you were talking about torque specs on the tie rods, I don't think there is one. You can't get a torque wrench on there with the allen wrench in place.

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, much appreciated. I always provide torque specs of the numbers exist, and there are numbers for the suspension components. They actually sell torque wrenches. As in....actual wrenches with torque readings on them. I never bothered to buy them and don't know how accurate they are, but they do exist lol. I don't imagine most people will have it anyways. At least you know the number expectations, so you can try and gauge how tight you have to go

[@nathanmurdock3213]

Great Video. looks like you put a lot of hard work into the video too. what size tires and wheels did you use? why did you take out the lug threads? is that difficult?

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, appreciate it. Glad to hear the video works for you! I can answer your questions! Before answering the questions, just as a preface, this is not my car, but a clients car. This is the details for you. 1. At the time of the install, the tires were 245/5.5R17. They fit perfectly, no issue at all. Afterwards, the owner upgraded to KO2 tires that were 245/75R17. This did cause rubbing and he brought it back to me so we can modified the wheel wells. I had to remove the plastic lining, used a grinder to grind down the pinch wells, and then heat and modify the plastic once reinstalled. No rubbing anymore 2. I did not take out the lug threads. Many chrysler products use lug nuts that are also the studs. Sp when you take out the lugs, the studs come with them. If you haven't seem them before, they look like this partsavatar.ca/2014-2019-jeep-truck-cherokee-wheel-lug-bolt-dorman-autograde-611-005?gclid=Cj0KCQiA0fr_BRDaARIsAABw4Eu9nNPtubNvLclcUdRDlaWsa0roiQPhPrVEjhRdRBsDrA8v2ywlGdcaApq8EALw_wcB I only ever see this style on Chyslers and German cars. Hope this helps

[@rtdalsin6692]

I used a bottle jack to spread for the front brackets.

[@NexusAuto]

Nice idea! I like that. Sounds good to me

[@eventhorizons8952]

I plan on doing this in the next couple weeks, your video will be a big help. I was wondering if you could provide the floor jack lift points for lifting both wheels off the ground. I have a 2019 Cherokee and dont want to cause damage. Thank you!

[@NexusAuto]

Great news. Glad to hear the video will help out. For this model, a 2018 Trailhawk, I lifted the rear from the rear differential. For the front, there is a cover on the undercarriage of the engine. However, when I looked underneath, there was a small gap at the front of that cover, right at the subframe. It was enough space for me to fit the jack in.

[@hiscifi2986]

When you were using the tyre lever, I was screaming at the screen... 'Just press the brake-disk down with your foot'... hey hey..

[@NexusAuto]

Now, why do you have to come here and bring logic into the mix? Lol. Truthfully, I didn't even think if that, and was just working with what I have. As long as the car was supported safely, it would be worth a try

[@ryanrivera7715]

great video ! I’m thinking about doing this to my 2017 TH. Have you had any problems since installing ?

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, much appreciated. It is not my car, but a clients. I can tell you, since this install, he has put on KO2 tires, and he runs trails constantly, and has 0 issues thus far. Nothing got loose, nothing broken, no issues with CV shafts. All good so far.

[@Ramon-du7jv]

Well played and very detailed! Doing mine this weekend! Do you happen to know if this in anyway Voids warranty!

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, appreciate it. I can't speak for national warranty, as sometimes warranty can vary from area to area. This car is located in Ontario, Canada, and this kit does not void the warranty. I heard this is the same for all areas, but cannot 100% confirm. Best to check with the dealership (which is what we did) before moving ahead, just to be sure. You should be ok, though.

[@dylancoffel6634]

Just finished installing this kit (60400 Rough Country) on my 2019 Cherokee latitude Front Wheel Drive (I know, I'm lame, whatever.) and thanks to your video it was a smooth operation. Had a little trouble with the realigning bolt holes issue many others have mentioned. Now the ride has a much better stance. I'm going in tomorrow to get some new tires. Gonna try to go from the stock 225/60/17's to possibly 245/70/17's (understanding I need to do the pinch weld modification and adjust the wheel wells). Thanks for the awesome content and concise instructions. Btw I'm curious if the confusion within the instructions is due to the manufactures intended destination country. If it were intended for a market in where cars are driven on the left wouldn't that correct the problem of the instructions "mixing up" driver and passenger side for the strut connections in the front?

[@NexusAuto]

That's awesome news! Glad to hear the install went well overall..glad to hear the video helped out. Those will be some nice tires! If I remember correctly, the owner did get bigger KO2 tires...pretty sure that is the size (could be wrong). We did the pinch welds and wheel wells, and it worked like a charm. Never got to make a video on it, but there is lots of content out there. Sounds like you'll be on your way for sure. You do bring up an interesting point. I had never thought of that. Sometimes, shocks/struts/suspension components stay the say, no matter if it is right hand drive or left hand drive, and sometimes they are changed. This being a left hand drive car, I wondered if the right side was different. I may look into that...it would be a great explanation. If I find out, I'll let you know! Thanks for watching! Appreciate the great feedback!

[@dylancoffel6634]

Im just curious if the manufacturer intended it for a US market base (left side drive) or a European based market (right side drive) because then the instructions would be accurate when they said "driver side/passenger side". Thinking of it that way helped me understand why the instructions would be so off point. I'm trading my Jeep in for an older model (2011 grand Cherokee Laredo 4x4) and a pop-up camper (got a sweet combo deal at my dealership). Since watching your video I have ordered a lift kit for the Jeep I will be getting and am going to get some 275/75/17 AT to throw on it. Once all that is done I have a 5000 mile road trip me and my two brother will be taking. I'll try to make a video of the jeeps just for novelty. I do plan to mod the 2011 Jeep a lot more especially since it has more available aftermarket options (my current 2019 model seems to have limited choices). I have a side by side image of my Jeep before the lift and after. How can I post it here?

[@outdoorsmanjohnny9934]

Larger tires will throw off your speedometer, it did to mine. When I go 80 mph it says I'm doing 125 mph

[@FollowingMyLead]

Great video! I have a 2014 trailhawk. Do you have a video of cleaning out or locating the A/C drip line? My carpet on passenger side is wet. Seen in the forums that it’s a known issue. Just wondering if you’ve had that issue with you trailhawk?

[@NexusAuto]

Unfortunately, the Trailhawk was not mine, but a friends. As of now, he has not had this issue. I did not make a video on that, but it does happen to a variety of vehicles (I just cleared the line on a 2015 Equinox). Normally, there is a hose somewhere on the firewall that water will drip out of from the AC Condenser. I did not check this car, so I am not sure what is the cause.

[@Dan_Bender]

Would it be a good idea to install longer sway bar links? I notice that the sway bar end arm angles have changed due to the addition of the spring spacers.

[@NexusAuto]

To be honest, I'm not sure if that would be a viable solution. Longer sway bar links could slightly change the handling of the car in corners, and since I have not tested that myself, I could not safely tell you it's a good idea. Sounds like a good idea in theory, but I cannot confirm.

[@simon-pierredoyon1508]

Great video ! I am looking to install a lift kit on my Trailhawk 2016. Is that really 2inch lift on the rear side ?

[@NexusAuto]

It is not 2 inch in the rear. It is actually 1 inch in the rear, 2 inches in the front. In reality, it is more of a lift leveling kit.

[@pvelasquezchile]

Hello. Thanks for sharing. Do you hace some pictures of before and after installation?. I have a Cherokee KL too and I will do it too. Thanks a lot.

[@NexusAuto]

I do have pictures of the before and after, and then after the owner had KO2 tires installed as well. It is quite a bit different. He has to give a little hop to get in.

[@MichaelDike-cu4ms]

Outstanding video. What brand of lift kit was that?

[@NexusAuto]

Thanks, appreciate the feedback. The lift comes from a company called 'rough country'.

[@Cowboylifesaver]

That tab will actually bend out of the way without drilling at 42:19. Also, at 45:41 flip the ABS line over so the long part is facing down.

[@NexusAuto]

For the 42:19, this is very true, but I wanted to make this video following the instructions as closely as possible (mediocre as they are). If anyone wants to pursue this on their own, for sure! Great tip for 45:41, thanks

[@lysias55]

a ladys slipper prybar is great for aligning bolts to holes, that's the only tool I'd suggest having instead of the screwdrivers. saves alot of time

[@NexusAuto]

I know, it's true. I keep saying I should invest in one...they are pretty cheap. But I always end up buying some other tool! Lol. But it's a very good tip and I 100% agree!