I like the fact , Rough Country lift kit, comes with rear leaf springs and not just a plastic block spacer. Also very realistic. Cutting Rusty bolts, reusing old Hardware and no torque wrench. Backyard Style.

Thanks for making this video! Just finished installing the 4.5 RC kit on my 2000 XJ Sport (even the same color). Lessons learned: 1. Bawcum's a lot better at this stuff than me. 2. A real-deal professional lift is a lot better than jacks and stands. 3. Flag head bolts are evil. 4. A schmuck like me can pull it off if he's stubborn enough, has a long enough breaker bar, and his neighbors will tolerate high volume foul language.

First just want to thank Rough Country for offering a lift kit that not only is superrior but kills the price of other kits that dosent even offer the extent of the 4.5 x lift R Country sells.It is verry easy to install ,all the hard ware that you need is in the kit yes you have to reuse some of the original hard ware no problem there.This kit gets you off the ground and out in the woods having a great time.I enjoyed the lift so much as I opted to buy there upgrade to the long arm kit now we are talking.This kit is BEAFY .Will and do endorse this and all rc products and yes I needed the rc slip yolk eleminator kit with rc drive line,even with the 2 inch transfer case drop I still had drive line issues,besides who wants the transfer case hanging down 2 inches. I give Rough Country A big thumbs up this company rocks!!!!

Just did this lift on my garage floor, with no power tools. This is my 3rd RC lifted XJ. The lift is great quality. People who have complained, don’t follow the recommended maintenance. Keep them greased properly. 2 XJs with 6.5 long arm RC lifts., and one with this one. Yes, I do use them on rocks- very happy with performance and quality for the cost. Still running all 3 XJs.

Nice video, buying a rust free 94 xj with 137,000 miles tomorrow. Can't wait

This just gave me even more hope to my XJ dream, awesome video guys, my dad and I used to have an XJ but sold it for a first Gen Cummings

i like how everything was just ran in with a impact.i didn't see one thing get torqued with a torque wrench.anti seize would have been nice to see used on the bolts too,seeing how the original bolts didnt want to come out easy at all.

@brooks302

9 жыл бұрын

That is a great idea, and that is what I did with my XJ!!

@kingofmfinghearts8625

6 жыл бұрын

sean wray Exactly....

@mattwalsh597

6 жыл бұрын

That’s rough country for ya!

@mcpuddin6106

6 жыл бұрын

No big deal they’ll be replacing the parts before they rust

@TheBooze13

4 жыл бұрын

Let’s be real no real mechanic uses a torque wrench!

Between you guys and bleepinjeep's videos I'll get my 2 xjs on the trails in no time.

@RoughCountryTV

9 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

Imagine being able to buy a decent XJ for $2,500 in 2021. 🥲

@victorperez-ey8oe

2 жыл бұрын

theyre all clapped out

@keithlucas6260

2 жыл бұрын

@@victorperez-ey8oe you must live in the wrong state and in a backwoods ghetto neighborhood.

@victorperez-ey8oe

2 жыл бұрын

@@keithlucas6260 i live in florida. finding a non abused xj for 2500 is like finding a unicorn

@marcussilva2141

2 жыл бұрын

There’s some all over my area down here in south Texas

@keithlucas6260

2 жыл бұрын

@@marcussilva2141 Yep...found one in Conroe that just needed a fuel pump for $600

20:06 made my night, couldn't stop laughing on those guys bouncing inside

thank you for taking the time ,i am redoing a 1999 xj from ground up i will be looking into a 4.5 lift again thank you

@chedyer6440

4 жыл бұрын

I just got a 99 myself would be interesred in what your plans are

does anybody with an xj really have a 5 thousand dollar budget though?

@Bronkey469

8 жыл бұрын

Does anyone REALLY spend $2500 on an xj?

@Freedom-250

7 жыл бұрын

Here in Canada "alright" XJ's are $2500, our dollar sucks

@markp.7109

7 жыл бұрын

if you live somewhere with snow, rust-freeish XJs are $2,000 minimum.

@roberthoward493

7 жыл бұрын

I pick them up in AZ all day for $1000

@michaeluriarte5647

7 жыл бұрын

I bought a 98 xj sport 4x4 for 2 grand. it's flawless and only had 101k on the odometer. I lucked out. and old army vet owned it since new and it looks showroom condition.

I've been working on my lift (4.5 in on 00 XJ) for about 6 weeks (I know, but rain, snow and work have caused delays). Good lift kit, I would suggest replacing worn components. I will have replaced all the tie rods ends, as well as repaired any rust on the frame. I also replaced the front sway bar bushings as well as front spring tower grommets. Mine were worn and this is a good time to replace. Also, order new bolts that hold the springs to the frame. Otherwise, I've been impressed with the kit. I've got a new set of 33 x 12.5 tires and rims. I also have a set of bush wacker fender flares. The new springs with the 4.5 in lift are massive compared to the original. If your jeep sags after installing these babies, you must be hauling cement on the side.

Bought the kit, broke a tie rod immediately, rear sags after less than a year. Still competes with the high dollar rigs. Best bang for your buck in my opinion.

@RoughCountryTV

9 жыл бұрын

Diesel_paid! Glad you like it! Your Tie-Rod is covered under our Lifetime Warranty. If you ever have any issues don't hesitate to contacts us at roughcountry.com!

Instead of spending money on flares... maybe replace the shackles and throw some decent steering on.

@rite2beararms

2 ай бұрын

Nah, just add that stuff too. The flares are nice for larger wheel well and keeping the rig clean. I have stupid offset on mine and the truck is never clean for more than 10 miles.

I see a lot of videos out there that really trash Rough Country. I've got about 20,000 miles on a Rough Country lift. I did have some issues after install but they had decent support and helped me out and I've had no issues after that with their products. I think if you're looking to do suspension on a budget it's worth looking into.

01 163k miles have the RC 3 inch suspension lift kit, added rousch steering damper tie rods,wheel bearings, roof rack, water pump, thermostat, brake system, 31x10.50R15 tires/rims. Everything works👍

ive been a painter for 20+ years. I can make a car look amazing. but oil changes, brakes rotors is about as far as my mechanical confidence goes haha. I FINALLY got a jeep because I want to do the off road thing. 99' xj with the 5" lift and tires and stuff...so its a great starter. Im HOPING this jeep will be my toy to try to learn mechanical stuff and also off roading. so im gonna prob copy this 2 part video. right after I put a custom paintjob on it.

That's roughly what I have in mine price wise and some of the same equipment. People in my area have 8 to 12 grand in there jeeps starting with $2,500 to $3,000. But I do see your point we XJ owners usually don't have a $5,000 budget altogether at once to start with. Lol! I started with a nineteen ninety-eight $2,500 talked down to $2,300 x j with 160000 MI almost 4 yrs ago. 3 inch lift (have a 6 inch waiting g to be installed instead now tho) 15 x 8 Blackout wheels with 31 inch Mastercraft MXT Mud tires new beefy suspension and steering components including adjustable trackbar and steering box front wheel bearings 4 new shocks. And due to wheels 2 inch wheel spacers. She has 311,000 miles now and still upgrading!

I have a 3" Rough country lift with leaf springs kit on my XJ and like it.I also bought the adjustable top control arms.That being said anything over a 3" lift should need a SYE and new CV rear driveshaft to eliminate vibration.I see you havent done that here.I can imagine it vibrates and the rear driveline is not on the slip joint by very much.

Did you really say "supreme rock-crawling beast" - pretty funny. I think your gonna need to deal with the stock open differentials and your 3.07 gear ratio before you go "crawling" over anything. Anyway just wanted to give you a hard time over the rock crawling beast thing and let everyone know that RC has great customer service. Had a shock issue on the kit for my TJ and RC really stood behind their stuff and got me taken care of. If you have an issue all you have to do is call them up and they will take care of you.

@RoughCountryTV

9 жыл бұрын

Motor Head Thank you for the compliment and we appreciate your loyalty.

@WillysOverland

8 жыл бұрын

+Rough Country Stock open diff? Most newer 98+ with 8.25 had a limited slip.

@motor-head

8 жыл бұрын

+Ohsplat Even if this Cherokee has the Dana Spicer limited slip carrier in the rear axle it still cannot be called "rock crawling beast" at least not with a straight face. It should more accurately be described as an "overland" or "trail" type setup. The 3:07 gear ratio is just a killer - way, way, way too tall a gear for any serious "crawling". If you wanted to move this jeep more into the rock crawler type of setup then 4:56 gears and lockers in both axles would be required. There is a reason this is called a "budget build". It gets it lifted and gets the tires to fit under it................it DOES NOT transform it into a "rock crawling beast".

@WillysOverland

8 жыл бұрын

I never said the name fit. I was correcting you on assuming it had to be open carrier

@motor-head

8 жыл бұрын

+Ohsplat I stand corrected. Also, I like the factory limited slip - I have it on my Wrangler. It's not really well suited to "crawling" but I love the way it works in the mud, snow, cinders --- anywhere both rear tires are staying on the ground it's awesome. Also inexpensive and relatively easy to rebuild.

I want to do this exact build but painted black and white zebra striped. Love the safari look of the XJ. Have since I was a kid.

@christhorn3199

5 жыл бұрын

Like Ted nugents bronco

I picked up my xj for $500. No rust. So i got you guys bet from the start haha

@JacobRobinson

8 жыл бұрын

Mileage?

@diville6425

8 жыл бұрын

+Jacob Robinson 500k looool

@Genevasuggestions1

8 жыл бұрын

I also bought my xj for 500 bucks. From a guy who was dying and had no use for it. Had 240k miles when I bought it 2 years ago. It's the "wagoneer" xj package. Majestic yet really rough jeep. I love it so much.

@Drose7.3

8 жыл бұрын

+joseph cunningham I've got a 99 xj sport for 700 with 202k on it

@Genevasuggestions1

8 жыл бұрын

+Derick Kozina damn I would have loved to get a deal on another like that. Especially being as new as 99 that's really awesome man.

Just bought my xj 2 days ago for 1100 came with this rc kit

Hello friends, my name is Julio from Brazil, congratulations for the great work, this car was very good

Wow you just gave me a great idea for my 95, shoot was already set on lift tires wheels. But 5k single income of 4 try to make it work. Thanks my wife thanks you as well

Thanks for doing something on the XJ! Got the same kit (except I had to go with the 3-1/2" Leaf Pack and 1" Block combo on the back due to too great of an arch on the 4-1/2" leafs). However the issue with the 4-1/2" leafs not fitting is very rare but does happen. RC sent me the 3-1/2"s and told me to keep the 4-1/2" Leafs! The kit has been great and have not had one issue. RC Service is unparalleled!!!

The steel wheels were purchased from the Rough Country website.

Love the premise, but holy audio levels guys.

Awesome build! Xj's for the WIN!

You make it look Soooo easy.

What amazes me they didn't put any lock tight or anti seize on any parts of this build. Like really if I was the customer you would redo everything you did !

All right buddy, thanks. Now I know.

Very nice. Just bought a 1990 2 door XJ

I'm actually running an '00 XJ myself at the moment -- nice to find a video for close comparisons. Suspension is still stock, but I just installed K&N intake, BBK high-flow throttle body and a cat-back Flowmaster system. Next on the list is a 3-3.5" lift and tires -- most likely an SYE / driveshaft to go with it. I can guarantee I'm over $5,000 at that point.I guess that's my only note. I wouldn't necessarily consider a 4-4.5" kit a budget build, especially with Mick Thompson tires. Other then that, very nice ride, and you guys have given me a few ideas. On to video two. Thanks RC!

I am curious why you guys did not mention a SYE and new CV Drive Shaft to go with this lift. Don't you highly recommend this on your website, even this the TC drop kit? I know this is a budge build, but you could have skipped the fenders and gone with the SYE/Drive Shaft.

@rastavioaguilera

10 жыл бұрын

I totally agree and i and it would be a great ALMOST complete build. At least one that would be more reliable. All left would be to regear and lock.

@Harvester5000

10 жыл бұрын

Its a 2000 xj so it probably had a NP242 there is no slip yoke eliminator for that transfer case. They would have to do a hack and tap.

I would really like this suspension lift and tires and rim set up on my

nice! Ive got the same jeep, same RC 4.5 lift, same fender flares, same size wheels and tires and it does very well off road.

That Jeep looks like a beast man great job and great video

reusing factory bolts. wtf.

@Katarinarabbit

6 жыл бұрын

Has link to tires isn't link to tires

@hiphopcroaks24

4 жыл бұрын

As long as the threads aren't buggered up what the hell does it matter? Factory bolts are the proper grade anyways

@bobm7275

4 жыл бұрын

I kind of liked that.

just go with re 4.5 its about 1050 then some billstein shocks 300 sye and driveline 500 wheels tires id do 32 11.5s for no rubbing or fender trimmin 1200. pull a 8.8 out of a 96+ exploder and now u got limited slip and rear disc brakes for about 150. go grab a running 1500 xj and there ya go. alot more capable and going to last a hell of alot longer than this crap

Well done. That looks like a quality product. I'm planning to do the same amount of lift on my 97 zj, I will definitely consider a Rough Country lift kit.

@alexanderbarrera9140

5 жыл бұрын

MoisesJha Rastafari zjs rock!!! Coolest jeep in my opinion. Want to make one stick shift one day.

Thank you for supporting MCQBushcraft. Now I am looking for products for my 2016 Toyota 4Runner Premium Trail.

Now all I have to do is find a good jeep for $2500!

@josepttellez5662

8 жыл бұрын

u can

@mahdey

8 жыл бұрын

+Bob Swagger copart.com man, use the no license required search. Just picked up a two door for 700.

@kojack635

8 жыл бұрын

dude sweet ill check it out

@Nothingtoya

8 жыл бұрын

+Bob Swagger depending on where you are, finding a good jeep should be pretty easy. I just picked up a 95 xj for $2600.

@Wrecklessjlo

4 жыл бұрын

Found mine for 1200 🙄

It's hard to beat the xj's value

@dentondunn4346

4 жыл бұрын

Whats value on a 94 2 2door with optional pop out rear windows, 137xxx miles, not rusted or beat up.stock

Nice job guys. U guys literally keep it simple and show every step. Keep making vids like this . Love from Nepal 🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵

Nice 👍 and good job you guys have done ✅

@RoughCountryTV

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍

I was expecting that kit to be around $1100. Nice job keeping it under a grand! Awesome! A lot more attainable and less sticker shock.

@RoughCountryTV

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for noticing.

@Kr8zyK4d

7 жыл бұрын

Bayer-Z28 look around man, there are alot of solid 4.5 inch lifts for under a grand. just be sure to not do a tcase drop like these guys. its rc meaning its all about looking like your jeep can perform and not actually being able to. chrome sockets on impact+tcase drop+stock hardware= rough country. what a joke

Nice video. We are going to lift my sons 93 xj. Thanks for the video

Hey guys. I’m building an xj sport 1995. I just would really appreciate what the offset measurements were on the 15x8 rims chosen for the Jeep in the video. Thank you 🙏

Jesus cries every time you use a chrome socket on an impact gun.

@chadnorris4923

8 жыл бұрын

Hahaha Ikr

@dylanmccallister6739

8 жыл бұрын

I'm not alone

@lbayolo1981

6 жыл бұрын

So does the socket

@codybrady6637

6 жыл бұрын

doesn't everybody? lol

@408modelshop

5 жыл бұрын

Eh it's a raggidy ass Napa gun it'll be ok

Ive seen the zep45 black can penetrate when pb blaster couldnt. I work on farm equipmemt for a living ,rebuilding grain bin motors and crop driers. Ought to give it a try

Wait the 4.5 in xseries lift is now $1000...

@aarons2613

4 жыл бұрын

Slixzer yeah what’s up with that

@richfisherman2664

3 жыл бұрын

I got mine for $850

cool vid! I would forget the flares and installed Detroit locker in the rear. thanks!!!

Beautiful jeep

Awesome I found one a 1999 xj for $800 near mint.

Never thought I would miss 2013 so much

Looked practically all day for a rough country lift kit for my Jeep Cherokee xj. Wanted 3” but couldn’t find it anywhere.

Still here Still sick Still appreciating in value

This may be what my 01 XJ needs.

This looks just like my Jeep but mines green with the tan trim on the bottom. I have a 4.5 inch lift with 33s

Love XJ

96 XJ for $4900. I have a $100 left. Woooohoooo!

that is an awesome kit I want to do that with my jeep.

What amazes me is that people are so fixated on the look they don't think about the engine in these videos

Still waiting for my rough country stearing stabalizer. Can't wait to see how well the steering stabalizer I ordered from amazon works

Nice video guys thank you

Awesome thanks guys!

@RoughCountryTV

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

great build!

Whats the offset of the wheels? I like this look.

It's not a bad job to do but if you live in the rust belt it's a lot harder. Lots of pb blaster and heat. It's the only way

I really love this kit it has impressive quality for the price

Hello tax returns!....Goodbye tax returns!!! This is exactly what I am looking for.

@bobm7275

4 жыл бұрын

Clam up, he paid for it.

@mytesttickles9355

3 жыл бұрын

If like unreliable garbage parts sure

I once sold an xj for $200 just to get it out of my yard when I was a kid.....🤪 new owners restored it at least.

did anyone else notice the drywall screw holding the door molding on at 8:01

Wow, A clean body, Min rust, On the east coast, under 110k miles, EASY goes for 4k

Thanks for a great video guys. Nice job!

Oh please give the bumper a spray of black after putting those fenders on

sandblast rust proof and rubbercoat the underside! those things rot like they are made out of untreated wood! had 3 of them

No bump stop extensions... Probably wouldof kept that tire out the fenderwell thru that little whoops section...

What would fit best for my 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo

definitely read all the reviews you can on Rough Country. I really wish I would have.

@Nothingtoya

8 жыл бұрын

They're warranty doesn't exist either. this has to be one of the worst off road companies out there. I have this lift on my 95 XJ, there's not a single good thing I have to say about it and Rough Country should be ashamed.

@Nothingtoya

8 жыл бұрын

Their**

@RoughCountryTV

8 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear you're unhappy with your kit. If you'll give us a call at 1-800-222-7023, we'd be happy to discuss and help resolve the issues you're experiencing.

Sorry was talking about rear leaf spring u bolts. R u side? That's all lol good job

So we put tge 3in kit on ky sons 2001. The angle ended up to much on shafts and having to add transfer drop kit. So do the studs in the one half of the crossmamber turn out?

im just a few min in but 2500$ for xj seams to be in great shape today it be 7500$ +

bravo excellent.

@redmk_yt1694

4 жыл бұрын

bonjour le diamètre des pneus svp merci

I LOVEEEEEE how all these bolts came out soooo easily! Lol

@RoughCountryTV

6 жыл бұрын

Movie magic.

I just bought one for 1000$ but not 4x4, I'm gonna try make it look as clean as possible

Rough country suspension makes the country rougher.

How much is this lift? I have the exact same xj. I have wheels and tires brand new. It need a little body work has a little rust. What would you do body work first or a lift?

Goood jeep xj congratulations

Would I need to extend my front drive shaft because it’s making noise after the lift and I’ve replaced the u joints

All these sick nicknames and then there's just 'Bryan' aha

I'd like to dee u guys test on something my mom',s car couldn't do like some grade in snow like where we live up a climber trail in the NE washington state mountains. We do it every day. Dandahermit. I',ve got an MJ metric ton with Dana 44 n wife drives a lifted 95 Silverado K 1500. Also have a Tacoma on 36" Super Swamper I Roks. 6" lift. Goes anywhere.😅 I need a 4 1/2" lift kit for my MJ. Dandahermit.

Can u guys do a Jeep commander build serious about building one thank u

Excelente trabajo saludos desde paraguay

I have a 99 xj 4.0 5 speed new trans. a/c and all.4x4 I'd sell for the right price. xjs are super nice machines :)

My 86’ has a 2.8 v-6 GM in it. Maybe some day a v-8 will find it’s way under the hood

Torque specs? Hit it till the impact stops

I like to know how they were able to purchase a 2000 xj in that good of condition for $2500. In the real world they would have been lucky to find one that still ran and with out the floor rusted out for that price. That xj with average miles would have cost at least $4500 to $5500 . That blew the video for me.

@RoughCountryTV

10 жыл бұрын

We found the XJ on Craigslist.com in the Jackson Tennessee area.

@georgesowers9113

10 жыл бұрын

Great deal then

@brooks302

10 жыл бұрын

I got mine for 3000 exact same color and year, except mine is a 5 speed manual

@brooks302

10 жыл бұрын

***** Yeah they are, I love mine.

@georgesowers9113

10 жыл бұрын

hbnerfful All cars that age have some surface rust underneath, I was referring to rust on the body, especially under the doors where the Cherokees are famous for it.