So here is the story - I have a good amount of $ coming my way soon and was planning on buying a Jeep Wrangler <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/ignore.gif" alt="" /> but the more I think about it, the more I like the idea of a SAS on my 98 Rodeo. I am looking for a little advice on a few things. I plan on 35 inch tires.

Is $6,000 reasonable for a SAS? Including having a Tera Low installed in the x-fer, but doing the bulk of the work myself (I would have to re-gear the rear to at least 4.88:1 and possibly higher)

If I want a high pinion axle is a FJ80 axle my best (only) choice? (pass drop & correct width)
Steering is my big concern, will I have to replace my factory pump? Is a Toyota IFS steering box a good choice?

I am considering SUA with shackle reversal to keep lift amount down but still have OK flex - thoughts and concerns about this setup?

For the rear end I am planning in using the factory lower trailing links, taking off the upper links and rewelding on the frame for one (longer) upper link. I would just re-use all of the connection points on the axle. Then I would have a 3 link with a panhard bar. Thoughts about this setup?


2007 4x4 Tacoma Dbl Cab with TDR and rear locker - stock for now
2001 Wrangler Sport - sold
1998 Rodeo S 4x4 - traded in