'06 KJ CRD need new rear springs to replace JBA 3.5" lift

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mulletator

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Hey guys,

I put a 3.5" lift from JBA on my KJ a couple of years ago. It's been great but unfortunately JBA isn't doing KJ lift parts anymore.

The invoice from JBA says I have the following lift:

Tommudd's Econo 3.5" Lift Kit KJ OME

I just noticed that one of my rear springs is broken. I can't find the spec on the ones that I got from JBA.

Does anyone know where I can get new springs to match the JBA ones for my lift?
 

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OME 948s will work
depending on sag you may have to add some upper isolators
Measure left front, middle of the wheel ( hub area ) to bottom of the flare and report back, I can then tell you what you need to run
Summit Racing, OK 4WD , ALLJs ( boulderbars ) all sell OME springs etc
You'll need to replace rear shocks as well I'm sure

Of course they ( the springs ) come in a pack of two so replace both
 

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I installed a SkyJacker 2.5 suspension lift on my 2005 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition 4x4 2.8L 4cyl Turbo Diesel CRD and I cut the pinch welds and trimmed a little of the plastics from front fenders. Also added 2" spacers after doing a complete replacement of tie rods, ball joints, axles, bushings, brakes, etc. front/rear. I'm running
BFG LT245/75R 16 and very delighted how comfortable the ride is now! Just turned 83k miles and very happy with the results. I really thought it was going to be a stiffer ride, but it's just as smooth as the OEM factory suspension. After the fuel injection pump went out, I ended up replacing timing belt, serpentine belt, pulleys, tensioner, water pump, seals, turbo, etc. I don't really care for Jeeps, however, I'm loving my KJ! Diesel does it for me!
808Hi
 

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I installed a SkyJacker 2.5 suspension lift on my 2005 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition 4x4 2.8L 4cyl Turbo Diesel CRD and I cut the pinch welds and trimmed a little of the plastics from front fenders. Also added 2" spacers after doing a complete replacement of tie rods, ball joints, axles, bushings, brakes, etc. front/rear. I'm running
BFG LT245/75R 16 and very delighted how comfortable the ride is now! Just turned 83k miles and very happy with the results. I really thought it was going to be a stiffer ride, but it's just as smooth as the OEM factory suspension. After the fuel injection pump went out, I ended up replacing timing belt, serpentine belt, pulleys, tensioner, water pump, seals, turbo, etc. I don't really care for Jeeps, however, I'm loving my KJ! Diesel does it for me!
808Hi
You never cut the pinch welds , never
Skyhacker is the worst for a CRD
It is smooth since the springs are same rating as stock and will sag
 

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I installed a SkyJacker 2.5 suspension lift on my 2005 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition 4x4 2.8L 4cyl Turbo Diesel CRD and I cut the pinch welds and trimmed a little of the plastics from front fenders. Also added 2" spacers after doing a complete replacement of tie rods, ball joints, axles, bushings, brakes, etc. front/rear. I'm running
BFG LT245/75R 16 and very delighted how comfortable the ride is now! Just turned 83k miles and very happy with the results. I really thought it was going to be a stiffer ride, but it's just as smooth as the OEM factory suspension. After the fuel injection pump went out, I ended up replacing timing belt, serpentine belt, pulleys, tensioner, water pump, seals, turbo, etc. I don't really care for Jeeps, however, I'm loving my KJ! Diesel does it for me!
808Hi
I am thinking of purchasing a 2006 CRD. Where or from what company did you purchase your parts?
 

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I am thinking of purchasing a 2006 CRD. Where or from what company did you purchase your parts?
4wheelparts.com
They sent me an entire Skyjacker 2.5 in front and rear suspension. As I was installing the front shocks I found one leaking fluid. They advised me to purchase another shock and send them the one leaking which I did. I never received credit for the second purchase. Bad communication with the representative that supposedly helping me. I didn't want to go more than 2.5 in lift and took a chance with SkyJacker. Evidently they start sagging! I was actually surprised how nice the ride is! It's smooth on the road and handles great on trails or offroad.
808Hi
 

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