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The only thing I would do differently is extend the plate back to the rear-lower IFS member... mine terminates at the front member and leaves the rear of the oil pan vulnerable. Of course, this makes it easier for me to drain my oil.


Yea, I had been wondering as the pictures really didnt do it justice. I am gonna give a local 4x4 shop a call and see if they will do the fab work and discuss extending the said plate plans.

On a related note, do you think the transfer case needs a skid or what? I found one I had saved from somewhere;
I think plain metal would work just the same as the front skid-is it possible to somewhat tuck the transfer case up higher without a lift? I know the case itself is pretty loose down there and is possible to move, but I worry it may be a problem.

Thanks so much guys, the build will be coming slowly along but I will do it. I wasnt interested in a huge lift, only lift as much as you need (and can afford)I say, so its gonna be BJ spacers up front with slightly cranked t-bars to give 1.5" and rear leaf pack to give 1.5, then an overall 1" body lift. I dont think I will need to relocate anything int he drivetrain, transfercase, gas tank neck, etc for such small body lift.

Last edited by CJMT100; 01/18/07 11:38 PM.