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I have a 05' wrangler TJ 6speed and I'm planning on installing a 2 1/2 or 3in suspension lift. My big question is.. Can a kit be installed with regular hand tools? I've never done any suspension work before and I don't have a garage, just jack stands and a decent tool kit.

what kind of special tools might I need? and how long should this typically take to install a standard lift? this is my daily driver and I'm hoping I could knock it out all in one weekend.

Also, any reccomendations on lift kits? like I said, I'm newbie to suspension work and any info would be greatly appreciated! I would like to keep everything below $1000. and is there any special considerations I need with the 6 speed tranny?

Thanks alot!
Nick


Air tools do make the job alot easier Kal, but it can be done with hand tools. If you've never done that type of work I would suggest recruiting a buddy who has to help out.
You'll need a good set of hand tools including a 1/2 inch socket set minimum. The rest of what you need (puller set, front end service kit) you should be able to rent from your local autoparts store.

97 Wrangler Sport, 31" BFG All Terrain, .30 over 4.0L w/ Comp cam, P&P Head, Banks Header, Throttle body, chip.